The HOPE Project
The HOPE (Horticulture, Organic,Produce and Environment) Transition Project is a 2 year education programme enhancing the vocational, personal, social andindependence skills for young people with learning disabilities, who are moving from school life to adult services (Age 15 - 20) based two days per week, atThe Playtrail site, Racecourse Road, Pennyburn, Derry. The programme allows individuals to participate in society through activities that will improve their skills and allow them the opportunity to integrate with others. Participants have the opportunity to undertake ASDAN accredited training providing them with Independent LivingSkills and the knowledge to cope with the life changing event of transition.Participants also undertake a vocational City & Guilds qualification inHorticulture which is facilitated by the North West Regional College. Here they have the opportunity to grow plantsand vegetables and are involved in a plethora of activities including communitygardening; allotment maintenance; environmental awareness schemes; personaldevelopment: networking and teambuilding. This is utilised to build confidenceand aspirations, promote social inclusion and enhance community accessibility.
This project is funded under the Big Lottery Fund's 'Reaching Out - Empowering Young People' Programme.
Children's Birthday Parties
We offer two party rooms for your child's party.
The Eco Base is the larger room near the adventure park.
Spike's Room is based at the main office near the junior park which is ideal for younger children or small groups. Kitchen facilities are available in both rooms.
Party Packages
Package 1: 2 hour room hire and complimentary 1/2 hr games session (either indoors or outdoors) at a cost of £50.
Package 2: 2 hour room hire including party host for 1 1/2 hrs for games, fun, dance & balloon modelling, at a cost of £80.
Package 3: Disco Party - 2 hour room hire, DJ, lights, smoke machine, lazer show, games, spot prises and gift for birthday boy/girl, at a cost of £100.
Extras: You can book an extra 1/2 hour games session for an additional £10
We will do party plates for children at £3 per head. These include mini sandwiches, crisps, fairy buns, sweets, juice. Party plates must be booked and paid for in advance.
For children aged 8+ we can offer a treasure hunt or orienteering as a 1/2 hour games session.
ADVENTURE PARTY: 3 hour outdoor activity based session specifically geared for over 8 yr olds. Includes refreshments, hotdogs, drinks & snacks. £12 per person (minimum payment of £80 required).
CAMP WARRIORS DAY: A full day of camp craft activities (12 - 4pm) which also includes lunch & snacks.All equipment supplied.£15 per child (min number required)
ECO WARRIORS: A session of bug hunting, pond dipping, and games.
DADS AND LADS: A fun and exciting day of Adventure and Camp Craft as well as bush craft skills for dads and their sons. A great opportunity to build strong relationships and learn new skills.
PLAY DAY EVENTS: A fun day of group games, treasure hunts, sports, play and challenges
SCHOOL VISIT (INC ACTIVITY): Activities can be agreed to suit the needs / age of the visiting group.An indoor space can be made available of lunch if required - please advise prior to arrival.Group size <35£65 per 1 hr session & £85 per 2 hr session
RESCUE MISSION: Participants work together, completing a range of group tasks & challenges to gain the necessary equipment to retrieve a stranded parachutist stranded within the Playtrail site.A 2.5 hr session working with a minimum group size of 8.£10 per person.