Ignite (9-12)

A week packed with water sports, wild activities, new friends and fun discussions about faith for 9-12 year olds.

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Ignite is the perfect first step into residential camp life. Whether you're coming with friends or on your own, you'll quickly feel at home as you dive into sailing, kayaking, archery, tunnelling and the assault course. Each Ignite camp has its own unique theme and everything, from the games to the talks, is built around it.

You don't need any previous experience; our instructors will make sure everyone learns new skills at their own pace, with plenty of support for those trying things for the first time and extra challenges for the more adventurous. Evenings are filled with campfires, night walks, themed activities and short, engaging talks about the Christian faith, followed by small group discussions where campers can ask questions and share their thoughts.

With comfortable cabins, delicious food and a team of caring leaders who remember what it's like to be your age, Ignite creates a safe space where you can grow in confidence, make memories that last a lifetime and explore what it means to follow Jesus.

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Make Friends for Life

At Ignite, friendships happen naturally. From the moment you arrive, you'll be welcomed into a community where everyone looks out for each other. Share a cabin with your mates or meet new people from different places. The mix of teamwork activities, mealtimes together and evening hangouts means you'll leave with friendships that often last for years.

Faith That Makes Sense

Each evening, a speaker shares short, fun talks that connect the Christian message to real life. Afterwards, you'll chat about it in small groups with leaders who listen well and take your questions seriously. There's no pressure – just honest conversations about faith and what it means to live as a follower of Jesus in today's world.

“I love CYE and seeing my friends – something so special goes on at these camps which is so amazing”

Willow, 17
Inferno Camp (2025)

“I’m happy. I feel grateful for the experience. Meeting new people and getting outside your comfort zone is good.”

Blaze Camper
Blaze Camp (2025)

I keep coming back to CYE because I feel encouraged in my faith and it reminds me of everything that really matters. The chicken pie is good too!"

George, ReLoad

“CYE is a place of joy and restoration. No other camp comes close to the fun that CYE brings.”

Caleb, 18
Inferno Camp (2025)

"A well needed rest. Very affordable."

Family weekend guest

CYE is one of those 'thin spaces' where God feels really present - in the fun, the community, and the beautiful nature around. It feels like such a warm and safe place to escape to and feel loved."

Anna

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FAQs

Let us put your mind at rest.  Please do get in touch if you have any other questions.

What shall I/my child bring when they go to CYE?

There's no need to go out and spend lots of money buying new equipment and clothing. We have a full kit list of what you need to bring here. We provide specific things such as wetsuits, buoyancy aids, and waterproofs. Please do call us if you have any questions about kit.

There are some things I need you to know about my child before they come to CYE (medical/need to know/bedwetting/allergies/SEND information). How is it best to share this information with you?

For your child to have the best and safest time possible with us, it is important that you alert us to anything you think we need to know about their needs. There are very few things that we haven't come across before and our staff are excellent at discreetly supporting, encouraging and keeping an eye out for whatever help is needed.

I can't afford the fees - can you help?

Please investigate our Bursary Fund! It's there for people who wouldn't be able to come to our events for financial reasons. We endeavor to remove as many barriers as possible from people being able to come to CYE. The process is discrete and confidential and CYE may be able to cover up to 40% of the fees for young people under 25. You can read more about the Bursary fund here. If you want to apply, Download the form and send it to bursary@cye.org.uk.