Forces Children Scotland 2 years ago
Keen to take your socials to a new level or to learn something totally new!?
Learn how to write your own blog, make digital animations and short films!
Make new connections with other young people from forces families?
We have lots of fun activities planned too, plus a cheeky night at Cosmos!
So, how does all this sound so far!?
Limited places for our residential are up for grabs.
Get in touch today to avoid disappointment. We’ll respond back as soon as we can.
Listen to what he had to say about his experience.
Book nowThe day begins with breakfast, before heading out for activities.
We usually finish by around 3.30pm and head back for some free time.
From there, we will go out for something to eat and a round of crazy golf, bowling, or whatever else.
On other nights, we will cook in and host movie nights, fun-based quiz, pamper evenings.
Would you like to chat things through?
Get in touch today to avoid disappointment. We’ll respond back as soon as we can.
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Here’s what she had to say about the experience.
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