1 in 5 children in Cornwall have mental ill-health
We’re on a mission to change that…
100%
of feedback responders would recommend our services
4.3/5
average referrer score: rise in their Young Person’s wellbeing, confidence & empowerment
1,039
Children & Young People accessed one of our specialist support programmes last year
100%
of Teachers said we met or exceeded their overall aims during their Residentials
Welcome! We’re the charity building brighter futures for Cornwall’s young lives. We believe nothing builds resilience and confidence like adventuring in the outdoors. That’s why we support around 5,000 children a year to break down barriers through unique, exciting activities on our gorgeous sites near Penryn and Bodmin. We provide specialist, trauma-informed support for vulnerable young people to reverse the life-limiting impacts of adverse childhood experiences. And we deliver school trips that bring life-long benefits and memories.
Specialist help
Check out our specialist support programmes for children and young people facing disabilities, mental ill-health and more…
School groups
For school and youth groups looking for Day Visits and Residentials – enjoy PSHE-linked activities, great food and more…
Support us
Please support our Big Build Project – help us create fit for purpose facilities designed to meet Young Peoples’ needs…
“My favourite experience was cooking for large groups. And I was proud of myself for completing the water adventure with cliff jumping.” – Will
Will’s story: building confidence
Will was struggling to access mainstream education. He had low self-esteem and walked out of school on several occasions. He was taken into care and was coming to terms with being away from the family home. Whilst at BF, Will really enjoyed cooking and completed his BF cooking awards. He also learned to be a great team player by spending lots of time playing sports with his peers, and developed a real strength for making sure everyone was included in the game. He was really respected and valued by his peers. Will’s Instructor said: “I loved seeing Will’s confidence grow: in the kitchen, on the football pitch and in our sessions as a whole.”
“I cannot speak more highly of this organisation. They provide a vital service which empowers and skills young people who may be highly anxious, severely depressed or traumatised. We have seen young people flourish under BF’s care.”
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Safeguarding taken seriously…
Safeguarding is our top priority. It’s central to everything we do. Our staff are thoroughly DBS checked – read our policy for more information.