YMCA Fairthorne Manor • Southampton

Daycamps at YMCA Fairthorne Manor

Available each Easter, May & Summer, children have the best school holidays at Fairthorne Manor Daycamps!

Next YMCA Fairthorne Manor Daycamp begins: 30 March 2026
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YMCA Daycamps for Children & Teens

YMCA Daycamps at Fairthorne Manor, Southampton give children aged 7–16 the chance to explore, build confidence and try something new.

Available from Easter through to Summer, every day is packed with adventure, learning and friendships that last well beyond the holidays.

Water Camp

Water Camp

Ages 8–14
£180 – 4 day week

Kayaking, water challenges and outdoor fun for confident, active children.

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Multi Activity Camp

Multi-Activity Camp

Ages 7–16
£40 per day | £200 per week

A varied programme of outdoor adventures and team activities, split into 3 age groups (7-10 | 11-13 | 14-16) .

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High Ropes Camp

High Ropes Camp

Ages 8–14
£40 per day | £200 per week

Climbing and high-ropes challenges led by expert instructors.

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Leaders in Training Camp

Leaders in Training

Ages 14–16
£220 – 5 day week

Leadership, teamwork and confidence-building experiences.

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Creative Camp

Creative Camp

Ages 7–14
£200 – per week

Art, design and performance to inspire creativity and self-expression.

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Survival Camp

Survival Camp

Ages 7–14
£40 per day | £200 per week

Learn shelter building, teamwork and real outdoor survival skills.

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Overnight Adventures

To provide the full camp experience, overnight stays are available for children aged 8-14.

Add-On

Residential Camp

For parents looking for a full-week of childcare, and children looking for the ultimate adventure.

4 Nights £299/week Full Week
Add as an extra during booking.
Add-On

Thursday Sleepover

Perfect for children wanting to end the week on a high. Ease your child into nights away from home with our Thursday Sleepover.

1 Night £25 Thursday - Friday
Add as an extra during booking.

Watch Our Highlights

Available each Easter & Summer, children have the best school holidays at Fairthorne Manor Daycamps! From the minute they step onto the expansive 95-acre site until they say goodbye, there's a world of opportunities to learn, explore interests, and have fun outdoors with friends. With a variety of fantastic and exciting outdoor activities and adventures led by our friendly and experienced team, children can enjoy the fresh air and find something special to love.

HELP ME CHOOSE

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of camps for children

If you’re not sure which one is best for your child, take our handy quiz to find the right camp.

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“I love my children attending the multi activity day camp. I know they will have fun, try new things/work on skills. Be looked after by amazing staff and be outside in the fresh air as much as possible.” - Multi-Activity Daycamp Parent
“The diversity of different fun activities - my son was never bored and loved the exciting experiences.” - Summer Camp Parent
“Maisie loves the Daycamps. Always comes home full of exciting stories about what she has done, experienced, and achieved. Already looking forward to the summer holidays and coming back! The staff are brilliant and Maisie always feels safe knowing they are there on hand all the time.” - Camp Parent

Daycamp Bus

Jump on the Summer Daycamp bus with routes starting from Southampton, Portsmouth, Romsey, and Winchester and picking up along the way. Just £24 a week.

With early drop-offs at local bus stops, families can enjoy added flexibility at the start of the day, making it easier to fit camp around work and other commitments. Children travel under the care of our supervising, qualified staff, turning the journey itself into part of the fun. It’s a simple, safe and sociable way to extend the camp day.

Click on the location below to see the stops and times. You will need to add your chosen bus to your basket alongside your camp.

Please note: our Daycamp bus is only available during Summer for Daycamps. Also, not every bus runs each week, so please check the availability before adding it to your basket.

Southampton Portsmouth Romsey Winchester
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Daycamp Bus

See What Makes Our Daycamps Shine

A quick glimpse of what you’ll find at Fairthorne, tap a tile to learn more.

Need More Time?

Extended Hours

We know working hours don’t always match the Daycamp day. That’s why we offer flexible wrap-around care from 7:30am-6:00pm, and special add-ons to support your family.

Add-On

Breakfast Club

A relaxed start to the day with breakfast and free play before Daycamp begins at 9:00am.

7:30–9:00am £9/day £40/week +1.5 hrs extra care
Add as an extra during booking.
Add-On

Dinner Club

Extend the day until 6:00pm with a home-cooked meal, calm activities and supervised free play.

Until 6:00pm £11/day £60/week +2 hrs extra care
Add as an extra during booking.
Bring Your Pack Lunch!
Or Book a Lunch!

Add a tasty lunch to your child’s day to ensure they are fuelled for their busy day. Take a look at the food on offer for just £6.50/day or £32/week.

Catering & Dining

We serve freshly prepared breakfast, lunch and dinner every day for groups of all ages staying on site, from schools and youth groups to universities, charities, faith groups, sports teams, families and corporate away days.

We cater for all dietary requirements and allergies — vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free and medically required diets.

Food hygiene rating 5 (Very Good) – Food Standards Agency Food hygiene rating: 5
Food Standards Agency
Vegetarian Vegan Halal Gluten-free Dairy-free Nut-free
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Everyone’s welcome and supported

Fairthorne Manor Daycamps are for every child. Tell us what helps your young person thrive and we’ll work with you to make it happen.

Need extra support?

Email us for a Child Profile Form and a quick chat with our Out of School Manager — ideally before you book.

What we’ll ask
Routines, triggers, communication, mobility, meds, toileting — so we can plan the right help.

1:1 support

If your child needs 1:1, they’ll require a Gateway Plus Card (Hants Short Breaks).

How it works
Funding limits apply and spaces are allocated. We’ll confirm availability during your chat.

Activities & facilities

Most sessions are adaptable. Residentials use solid-floor tents; nearby block includes an accessible bathroom.

Examples
Adjusted harnesses, quieter groups, alternative routes, sensory breaks — just ask.
Email for Child Profile Form Gateway Card Scheme (Hampshire)

Availability for funded 1:1 is limited and depends on allocated spaces.

Ways to Pay

Save on Holiday Childcare

Great news! Because our Daycamps and Residential Camp are classed as childcare, you can save money by paying with Childcare Vouchers (CCV) or the Government’s Tax-Free Childcare (TFC) scheme. We also accept standard credit/debit card payments.

Use CCV

Pay with Childcare Vouchers for eligible Daycamps & Residential Camp.

Tax-Free Childcare

Top up 20% with TFC — a smart way to reduce what you pay.

Cards Welcome

Prefer simple? Pay by credit or debit card at checkout.

1 Select CCV or TFC (or card) during booking.
2 Complete your scheme payment following the prompts.
3 We’ll match it to your booking and email confirmation.
How CCV & TFC work Call us: 01489 785228

Choosing CCV or TFC means you’re buying a childcare service and booking conditions apply.

Daycamps FAQs

You can book your child in by using our online shop. You will need to create an account first and add in your child's details, we need all this information to ensure your child has the best day. Once your children's profile has been created, you can add them to the bookings. Holiday Clubs are booked by the day and Daycamps & Residentials are in week-long bookings, Please note, bookings close at midnight, two days before the booking, or on the Friday if your booking is at the start of the week.
Your child will be kept active and outdoor activities take place come rain or shine. To make sure that your child is prepared each day, please bring the following named kit: > Packed lunch and a drink (refillable bottle) > Snacks for breaks in the day > Sun hat and cream if weather is warm > Shoes that can and will get wet > Wellies > Towel (warm showers and changing facilities are available) > Warm clothing (jacket, jumpers, trousers) > Waterproof jacket > Spare clothes (a complete set, including pants and socks) > Plastic bag (to put wet clothes in) > Spare shoes to travel home in > Optional tuck money (in a named purse/wallet) > Medication if required
Our standard day drop off is between 9.00-9.30am, with collection between 3.30-4.00pm - just follow the signs on they day which will direct you to our registration area. Alternatively, add Breakfast Club (7.30-9.00am) or Dinner Club (4.00pm-6.00pm) to your child's booking to extend the fun!  If you feel you would like to remain onsite after drop off for peace of mind, head to the cafe at reception for a hot or cold drink.   Please note that in the summer holidays, bus transport is not available for children attending Holiday Club.
We welcome children with support needs to attend our school holiday programmes. We appreciate that support requirements vary from child to child so if you think your child would benefit from additional support, don't hesitate to get in touch with us by emailing karina.barnett@ymca-fg.org to request a Child Profile Form before making your booking to discuss your child's needs with our Out of School Manager. Children with 1:1 support requirements will need a Gateway Plus Card to attend with 1:1 support provided as part of the Hampshire County Council Short Breaks Scheme - find out more about the Gateway Card Scheme here. Please Note: sessions will be available based on allocated funding spaces.    
Great news! As all YMCA Daycamps and Residential Camp are classed as childcare, you save money on the cost by paying with Childcare Vouchers (CCV) or the Government’s Tax-Free Childcare scheme (TFC). Deciding to pay by CCV or TFC amounts to accepting to buy a service and will be subject to the relevant booking conditions.  We also accept payment by credit or debit card for any of our services. For more information, visit https://ymca-fg.org/save-money-on-your-school-holiday-childcare/ or call our team for advice: 01489 785228
The majority of our activities are suitable for children with disabilities or can be adapted to make them accessible to ensure everyone can experience the benefits of outdoor adventure. Residential Camp children stay in tents with wooden floors and access a nearby toilet and shower block which has an accessible bathroom. Please contact us to discuss your child’s requirements.
Yes, Fairthorne Manor Daycamps are Ofsted rated. Please view the reports here.
Yes! We have buses from Portsmouth, Gosport, Romsey, Southampton, and Winchester for the Daycamps during the summer holidays. Buses are booked by the week only, and not all bus routes are available every week. Check availability above. To book your child onto our bus service, you need to add it as an extra at checkout.
Booking closes two days before your child arrives at Fairthorne Manor. As Daycamps are week-long and start on Monday, booking must be completed by the Friday before for your child to have a space. Holiday Clubs are booked by the day and must also be booked in advance - Booking closes at midnight, two days before the event.
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Perfect Location

Fairthorne Manor is ideally located outside Botley just 3 miles from the M27, midway between Southampton & Portsmouth.