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80th Anniversary Walk in the Footsteps of the Windermere Children 14 August 2025
Half day Walk in the footsteps of the Windermere Children – various dates in Aug – Oct 2025
Next Generation Residential (October Half Term 2025)
Be Part of History- Regenesis Next Generation Camp 2025
Walk in the footsteps of the Windermere Children. Volunteer, learn, and grow in a life-changing residential experience this August.
Join Us for a Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity
This August marks the 80th anniversary of the arrival of the Windermere Children – 300 young Holocaust survivors brought to the Lake District from Nazi concentration camps in 1945. For many, it was the first moment of peace they had known. They described the Lake District as “Paradise.”
Now, we’ve been given a rare and meaningful opportunity to honour their legacy in this Duke of Edinburgh Qualifying 5 day residential.
In partnership with Regenesis and the Lake District Holocaust Project, you are invited to participate in Regenesis Next Generation Camp 2025
Walk in the footsteps of the Windermere Children. Volunteer, learn, and grow in a life-changing residential experience this August.
Be Part of History- Regenesis Next Generation Camp 2025
Walk in the footsteps of the Windermere Children. Volunteer, learn, and grow in a life-changing residential experience this August.
Join Us for a Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity
This August marks the 80th anniversary of the arrival of the Windermere Children – 300 young Holocaust survivors brought to the Lake District from Nazi concentration camps in 1945. For many, it was the first moment of peace they had known. They described the Lake District as “Paradise.”
Now, we’ve been given a rare and meaningful opportunity to honour their legacy in this Duke of Edinburgh Qualifying 5 day residential.
In partnership with Regenesis and the Lake District Holocaust Project, you are invited to participate in Regenesis Next Generation Camp 2025
Walk in the footsteps of the Windermere Children. Volunteer, learn, and grow in a life-changing residential experience this August.
Learn More
What Makes This Camp Special?
- Live the legacy – Follow the paths and lakes once walked by the Windermere Children.
- Meet history-makers – Spend time with survivors, descendants, and the creators of the BBC/Warner Bros. drama.
- Volunteer – Support the LDHP in delivering a national commemorative event.
- Develop life skills – Gain outdoor navigation, first aid certification, and teamwork experience.
- Make it count – Qualifies as a Duke of Edinburgh Gold Residential.
Key Information
Dates & Location
October Half Term Sun-Thurs 2025
YHA Windermere
(Arrive by 4pm at Windermere Station or by car)
Age Group
Open to all full-time students aged 16–19
Qualifies for DofE Gold Residential
Accommodation & Food
In line with DofE criteria, we’ll stay in basic accommodation: shared dorms, bell tents, teepees, or bring your own tent.
You’ll cook in teams and enjoy kosher meals, prepared together (food supplied).
Activities Include
- Hike in the footsteps of the original Boys
- Night-time navigation skills
- 1 water-based adventure activity (+£25)
- Certified Outdoor & Paediatric First Aid Course (+£25)
Volunteering
As part of this experience, you’ll volunteer with the Lake District Holocaust Project, including taking on roles at the Lakes School on 14th August for the official commemoration attended by dignitaries and descendants.
This is more than a camp – it’s a living tribute.
You’ll meet some of the surviving Windermere Children, their families, and hear from the Producer of the BBC/Warner Bros. docudrama, alongside a granddaughter of one of the Boys.
Cost & Support
£475 Payable in two stages
We have limited bursaries available. Please email us to apply for a half-price place if needed.
Limited Places
Only 18 spaces available. DofE rules limit friendship groups to 4.
Led by Experts
The programme is run by outdoor professionals, including Mountain Training-certified leaders, Search & Rescue personnel, and DofE Supervisors/Assessors, alongside experienced youth mentors.
Interested?
Reserve your place or share this opportunity with someone who would benefit.
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