Not truly a camp, but this has adventure, camaraderie and sheer thrills in spades. OYT gives sail training to hundreds of disadvantaged children each year and, during the holidays, offers places to children from mainstream backgrounds too.
Youngsters learn to sail, navigate and cook on OYT’s 32-metre vessel Prolific, crewing the boat (with expert help) on voyages to France and the Channel Islands. They can put the experience towards Royal Yachting Association qualifications, although the focus is on fun rather than training, with music, bbqs and trips ashore.
Suitable for 12-25 years; four-night sail (£385) to seven nights (£650); oytsouth.org
