News

Posted on 13th April 2021
The Death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh
The Death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh It was with great sadness that The Anderton Centre learnt of the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness’ funeral service will take place at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle (with a small congregation, normally within the next 8 days). As a mark...
Posted on 29th March 2021
Anderton Centre Virtual Open Day
Anderton Centre takes things online for their first Virtual Open Day   The Anderton Centre has been waiting patiently since the Government announced the closure of all sports and activities facilities twelve months ago. As restrictions start to lift, CEO David Germain and his team have been planning an exciting virtual reopening to showcase all they have been doing behind...
Posted on 27th March 2021
Government in England updates the School Visit Guidance – 26th March 2021
Government in England updates the School Visit Guidance – 26th March 2021 Educational visits The Educational Visits guidance in England has been updated. In line with current coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, we continue to advise against undertaking all educational visits. DfE recognises the significant benefits of educational visits for children’s educational development as well as their mental health and wellbeing and...
Posted on 4th March 2021
2021 the year to Restart – Rediscover – Reconnect
Its time to….. RESTART Meaningful Experiences REDISCOVER  Adventure, Nature and Childhood RECONNECT with Education, Learning and Friends Book With Confidence High Quality Tuition  – Beautiful Surroundings  – Free COVID Cancellation Conditions info@andertoncentre.co.uk 01257 484220...
Posted on 4th March 2021
What does the road map mean for Anderton ??
Following the prime ministers announcement on Monday the 22nd of February we are pleased that we can finally begin plans for a full re-opening.   We shall obviously follow any updated national guidance but from the 8th March we will be offering our Outreach Service into schools including our mobile climbing wall. We shall continue to offer activities for Special Education Needs, Venerable Young People and disability sport. ...
Posted on 18th February 2021
We are recruiting a Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprentice
Situation Vacant: Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeship   We are currently looking to recruit a passionate and professional dynamic individual to join the team here at the Anderton Centre. An outdoor apprentices at the Anderton Centre will give you experience in a variety of activities and technical skills. You can choose which route you want to go down depending...
Posted on 18th February 2021
We Need Your Help
The Wheelyboat Trust and Lancashire Outdoor Activities Initiative have joined forces to raise funds and help the Anderton Centre acquire a fully accessible Coulam Wheelyboat V17 powerboat. The V17 will make a significant difference to our ability to facilitate fully inclusive activities at the Anderton Centre. The Wheelyboat Trust (www.wheelyboats.org) A registered charity (No. 292216) dedicated to providing mobility, learning...
Posted on 27th November 2020
Mobile Climbing Wall For The North West Of England
Our new mobile climbing wall is now available throughout the north west of England Climbing utilises the mind and the body to achieve success and provides a full body workout helping achieve fitness goals, helping strengthen core muscles, test stamina as well as balance and endurance.  Also, climbing as a team promotes communication, focus, determination and perseverance in addition to...
Posted on 9th November 2020
Anderton Centre wins Top Regional Enterprise Award
We are delighted to announce that the Anderton Centre – Lancashire Outdoor Activities Initiative has been awarded ‘Best Outdoor Learning & Activities Facility – North West’ at the SME News 2020 Northern Enterprise Awards. SME News is a quarterly digital publication aimed at those who run or help to run small and medium-sized businesses in the UK. Their annual awards...