2026 DofE Expedition and Residential Voyages

DofE Silver Open Expedition . This is a 7 day expedition that includes training, practice expedition and final assessed expedition. No previous experience is necessary. The expedition cost includes all food on board, mooring fees, fuel and use of waterproofs and lifejackets. Travel to/from the start/finish port is not included.

Silver Expedition Dates - 10th to 17th August 2026. Start and finish in Ipswich, Suffolk. Voyage fee £??? (Bursary funding may be available - please contact the office)

DofE Gold Open Expedition . This is a 9 day expedition that includes training, practice expedition and final assessed expedition. No previous experience is necessary. The expedition cost includes all food on board, mooring fees, fuel and use of waterproofs and lifejackets. Travel to/from the start/finish port is not included. Voyage fee £??? (Bursary funding may be available - please contact the office)

Gold Expedition Dates - 18th - 27th July 2026. Start and finish in Ipswich, Suffolk. 10th - 19th August 2026. Start and finish in Ipswich, Suffolk. 18th - 27th September 2026. Start and finish in Ipswich Suffolk.

Gold Residential Voyages. The following voyages are suitable for booking by individuals for the residential section of the Gold Award. As a member of the crew you will experience all aspects of sailing an offshore yacht. You will be involved in steering, sail management, cooking and navigation. The voyages help to build confidence, encourage working as a team and other life skills. No previous experience is necessary.

Belgium Experience - 23rd to 28th May, Ipswich to Ipswich. An opportunity to experience some proper offshore sailing, with a trip across the North Sea to Ostend. The itinerary may include a visit to Bruges or the small port of Blankenberge. There will be time for you to explore ashore to get a real taste of Belgium, before the return trip across the North Sea. A passport is essential for this trip. Travel to/from the start and finish ports is not included. Voyage fee £460 (Bursary funding may be available - please contact the office).

7 Day Summer Expedition - 1st to 8th August 2026, Ipswich to Ipswich. Voyage fee £640 (Bursary funding may be available - please contact the office)

5 Day Summer Expedition - 21st to 26th August 2026, Ipswich to Ipswich. Voyage fee £460 (Bursary funding may be available - please contact the office)