When renowned horror writer Thadeus Blackwood invites a group of adventurous children to spend a week in the deep, shadowed woods, he promises the ultimate adventure: a live-action story they’ll never forget. With lanterns in hand and stars overhead, the kids must survive a series of bushcraft challenges - building shelters, starting fires, and navigating the dark - all while unraveling the eerie tale Thadeus has woven for them.
But as the sun sets and the trees groan with unseen movements, the line between story and reality begins to blur. The whispers of the forest grow louder, the wind colder. Are they merely playing a game… or are they living the very horror Thadeus has written?
What began as a thrilling challenge becomes a fight to survive as they discover that some stories are better left untold.
Do you have what it takes to survive the ultimate live-action horror story? Join author Thadeus Blackwood and a group of brave adventurers on a journey into the shadowed woods. Face bushcraft challenges, unravel eerie tales, and uncover the secrets lurking in the dark. But beware - out here, the line between story and reality can blur. Will you escape the story, or become part of it? The choice is yours. Join us... if you dare.
This mission is currently in development. The full itinerary will be availalbe in early 2025.
TYPE OF MISSION
Bushcraft
RECOMMENDED AGE RANGE
8 - 11 (Years 4 - 6). Because of the nature of this mission and the specific skills and activities involved, it is only suitable for children 8 or older. If you have any questions about this or if you are unsure and would like to talk through with us, please free to call or email the team. We'll be very happy to advise.
FACILITATION
Both Lead and Support Facilitators on this type of mission are Bushcraft Professionals with Forest School experience. We operate an overall ratio of 1:8 in our camps. All facilitators are DBS and reference checked; all undergo The Hive in-house safeguarding training. Sites include several fully qualified First Aiders.
MISSION DURATION
Five-day mission with the flexibility to book 1 - 5 days.
DAILY TIMES
The mission runs from 9.30am to 4pm.
Extended care is also available from 8.30am to 6pm - an additional charge applies.
END OF MISSION SHOWCASE
All Hive missions finish with an exhibition, showcase or performance for parents.The format depends on each particular mission. We usually ask parents to arrive between 15 and 30 minutes early to get the most out of the showcases.
PRICES
Prices for this mission start at £76.00 per child for 1 day. The price decreases as more days are booked. We also offer sibling, multi-week and group discounts Please click here to see our price list.
HIVE T-SHIRT
One free Hive T-Shirt is given to each child on this mission. Replacements will be charged for at a rate of £8.00 per T-shirt.
