The Canyon is an exciting, flexible activity centre in Stevenage – perfect for adventurous experiences, skills-building, or just a great day out. Our facilities are available for hire by youth groups, schools, community groups, companies, organisations and private individuals.
Ideal for…
- Sleepovers with exciting on-site activities
- Days out packed with adventure
- Campfires and evening events
- Easy access to Fairlands Valley Lakes for water activities
- Children’s parties
- School trips, youth group sessions, and team-building events
Facilities & spaces
Main hall & kitchen
The main building features:
- A 10m x 10m hall – ideal for indoor activities or floor-sleeping (max 40 people)
- Free WiFi
- Fully-equipped kitchen suitable for up to 30 people, and includes a domestic cooker, freezer, fridge, microwave and dishwasher.
Outdoor space & camping grounds
- Small grassed area for outdoor activities or camping (approx. 10 tents)
- Parking available for up to 10 vehicles on-site, with more nearby parking options at Fairlands (‘South’ or ‘Showground’ car park on Broadhall way, opposite the football grounds, or Fairlands Valley Park main car park off Six Hills Way)
- Recently refurbished campfire circle
- Just a 10-minute walk to Fairlands Valley Lakes for water-based activities
On-site activities
Archery Range or Mobile Archery
Our Archery Team can hold archery sessions at our range at the Canyon Activity Centre, or they can provide the activity at your location (subject to suitability).
For more information, view our Mobile Archery page
Rifle Shooting
Why not come and test your shooting skills at The Canyon’s indoor shooting range. Available to book for Cubs, Scouts, and Explorers 7 days a week.
High Ropes
- Crate Stacking
- Climbing
- Abseiling
- Gladiator Climb
- Zip Line
Activity sessions are usually for 1 hour, with a min of 10 and max of 20 participants.
No minimum number for members of the Stevenage Scout District.
Rates & charges
(Updated March 2026)
All fees are based on the premises being used for normal Scouting/Guiding programme of activities. If you are intending using the site or premises for other purposes such as a fundraising event, parents’ open day, AGM or any other event, or if you are a private individual, please contact us for pricing.
| Activity / Group Type | Stevenage District Scouts | Other Scouting / Guiding | Other Youth Organisations / Schools |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENERAL SITE USE | |||
| Hall hire (including kitchen) | £15 / hour (min. 3 hours) or £100 for 24 hours | £20 / hour (min. 3 hours) or £100 for 24 hours | POA |
| Grounds-only day / evening visitor * | £1 / person (max. £30) | £1 / person (min. £30) | POA |
| Camping | £3 / person per night ** | £4 / person per night ** | £6 / person per night |
| Firepit / campfire | Free (included with day/evening charge) | Free (included with day/evening charge) | POA |
| Pioneering equipment | Free (included with day/evening charge) | £10 / session | POA |
| ACTIVITIES | |||
| Mobile Archery (run at your site) | £35 / session | POA – Use the archery booking form | POA – Use the archery booking form |
| Archery (at the Canyon) | £3 / person (no minimum group size) | £5 / person (£50 for groups of fewer than 10) | £7.50 / person (£75-groups of fewer than 10) |
| Rifle Shooting | £3 / person (no minimum group size) | £5 / person (£50 for groups of fewer than 10) | £7.50 / person (£75-groups of fewer than 10) |
| Climbing wall | £3 / person (no minimum group size) | £5 / person (£50 for groups of fewer than 10) | £7.50 / person (£75-groups of fewer than 10) |
| Abseiling | £3 / person (no minimum group size) | £5 / person (£50 for groups of fewer than 10) | £7.50 / person (£75-groups of fewer than 10) |
| Gladiator Climb | £3 / person (no minimum group size) | £5 / person (£50 for groups of fewer than 10) | £7.50 / person (£75-groups of fewer than 10) |
| Crate Stacking | £3 / person (no minimum group size) | £5 / person (£50 for groups of fewer than 10) | £7.50 / person (£75-groups of fewer than 10) |
| Zip Line | £3 / person (no minimum group size) | £5 / person (£50 for groups of fewer than 10) | £7.50 / person (£75-groups of fewer than 10) |
* You only need to pay the Day/Evening visitor fee if you are NOT using any of the Main Activities or booking the hall hire – so you are just using the grounds and toilet facilities for your own self-led activities.
** Scouting and Guiding Leaders camp for free. You only pay for Youth members.
