The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is a programme of voluntary activities available to everyone between the ages of 14 and 25. It's delivered all over the country by schools, youth clubs, Open Award Centres, and other projects, and you can use it to develop existing interests or try something new.

The Award is not competitive, any one with the necessary perseverance, enterprise and effort can gain an Award, including those with disabilities.

There are three Awards:

• Bronze for those over 14
• Silver for those over 15
• Gold for those over 16 years

Each Award is separate, and you can either progress through all three, or start bronze, silver or gold as you wish (assuming you are old enough).

Adults can get involved too. As trainers and helpers, the Award provides adults with an opportunity to share their skills and experience with young people. This leads to better understanding between the two groups, and strengthens cooperation in the community.

For more details about the Award visit the national website at www.dofe.org or contact us.

Index
About the Award
Expeditions
What's on
Plan your Award
Award Slideshow
Enrolment Form

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