On the water. Up the wall. Full of carnival colour. A day for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Ventures, Rovers and volunteers.
ZONE 01
Make a splash
Splash↗
Paddle boarding, canoeing, raft building and splash games. Beavers will be on the water in rafts, not getting into the water or changing into wetsuits. RLSS open water lifeguards and PaddleUK instructors will be on the water.
What you’ll need +
For sections getting into the water: swimwear, towel and water shoes. Bring your own wetsuit if you have one; don’t worry if you don’t, we have wetsuits available. Beavers will be rafting without wetsuits; follow your group leader’s kit instructions.
ZONE 02
Find your brave
Adventure↗
Climbing wall, laser tag, axe throwing and archery.
What you’ll need +
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe footwear.
ZONE 03
Find your float
Float↗
Our second water zone brings together Float to Live with the RNLI and the Jump Zone. Learn about staying safe in the water, then get ready for more splashes. Your group leader and activity staff will explain which activities are suitable for your section.
What you’ll need +
For sections getting into the water: swimwear, towel and water shoes. Bring your own wetsuit if you have one; don’t worry if you don’t, we have wetsuits available. Follow your group leader’s kit instructions. Beavers will be rafting in Splash without wetsuits, not getting into the water.
ZONE 04
Roll up, join in
Explore↗
Games, a selfie station, nature detectives, team challenges and problem solving.
What you’ll need +
Comfortable clothing and footwear.
ZONE 05
Meet the lifesavers
Rescue↗
Meet the emergency services for CPR awareness sessions and other life-saving demonstrations.
What you’ll need +
No special gear needed.
ZONE 06
Take a breather
Chill↗
Picnic areas for your packed lunch, water refill stations, a hot chocolate stand and a quiet sensory area.
What you’ll need +
Groups should bring packed lunches and snacks.
Pick up your wristband, activity map and Festival Passport when you arrive.
✦ STEP RIGHT INTO THE ADVENTURE ✦
THE 2026 PROGRAMME · SATURDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER
A TASTE OF THE DAY.
A look back at the programme for Big Day Out 2026. The event has ended; the activity, packing and travel information below is kept as an archive of the day.
01
Arrive & get settled
Registration and a welcome to the Big Day Out.
02
Explore the zones
Activities across Splash, Adventure, Float, Explore, Rescue and Chill.
03
Take a breather
Time for your packed lunch, a water refill and a break.
04
Celebrate together
County celebrations to round off the day.
BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT
PACK IT. BRING IT.
We’re Scouts — a bit of poor weather won’t stop the day! Bring a waterproof coat, warm layers and the essentials for an outdoor adventure.
Swimwear, towel and water shoes if your section is getting into the water
Your own wetsuit if you have one — don’t worry if you don’t, we have wetsuits available
A change of clothes
Closed-toe footwear
Packed lunch and snacks
Refillable water bottle
Beavers will be in rafts on the water, without wetsuits or getting into the water. Check your group’s kit instructions. Water refill stations and a quiet sensory area are available in the Chill zone.
2026 EVENT INFORMATION · ARCHIVE
BIG QUESTIONS. HANDY ANSWERS.
From packing your bag to finding your group. Here’s what to know before you go.
Your group has the final details.
Check with your leader for your total cost, transport, meeting point and collection time.
KEEP THE ADVENTURE GOING
See you at the next adventure.
Big Day Out 2026 has finished and consent submissions are closed. Plan your next camp or activity visit at Moira Lakes, the Down & Connor County Campsite.
Travelling by car? Head to the new Moira Park & Ride on Station Road, beside Moira train station. Our minibus shuttles will take you to Moira Lakes.
Two ways to get here
Private group buses only: groups with a privately arranged bus will travel together directly to Moira Lakes.
Park and ride shuttle: other groups will meet at the new Moira Park & Ride by the train station and take minibus shuttles to the lakes.
No individual cars at Moira Lakes. Everyone travelling by car, including leaders, must use the new Moira Park & Ride and use the minibus shuttles. This keeps traffic and access at the lakes clear.
Check with your group leader before travelling. They will confirm your meeting point, transport and collection arrangements. Timings will follow once confirmed.
ZONE 01
