What to expect during your visit

When you come to CYE, you'll find a warm welcome and the promise of adventure! Whatever your age and your reason to be here, you’ll be invited to be a part of something special. Friendship, fun and faith are foundations of days here that will create lifelong memories.

Links to helpful information

A visit to CYE is a unique opportunity and we want to help you to be prepared. Read on to find out what to expect when you come and feel free to ask more questions below - no question is too small or too big!

Where you'll be staying

For residential trips and other overnight stays, you’ll sleep onboard TS Resolute, our fantastic accommodation ship. With comfy bunk beds, ensuite facilities and sensational views over the water this will be your home-from-home - the perfect place to return to after a day's adventure.

What to pack & prepare

What you’ll need to bring depends on the event you're coming for - we've got detailed packing lists for different kinds of stays. Rest assured that we’ll provide all the specialist gear you’ll need, like wetsuits, life jackets, helmets and equipment.

Safety & supervision

Keeping our young people safe is our top priority, and we’re highly trained and experienced in health and safety procedures. We're proud to offer a high ratio of staff to children on and off the water. You can trust that our amazing team of staff and volunteers are always looking out for the wellbeing of our guests.

What you'll be doing

While you're with us you'll have choice about the acitivites you take part in – but whatever you choose, you can be sure of action, fun and adventure. There’s also plenty of time and space for relaxation, reflection, growing in connection to others and personal spiritual development.

FAQs

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

Are your staff DBS checked?

Yes, all staff and volunteers are DBS checked. If you would like to discuss anything to do with our Child Protection Policy, please contact the office.

What if my child has an injury before coming to CYE and can't participate in activities?

If it's a residential stay they will still benefit hugely from being away with their friends. We will accommodate them as much as possible to ensure that they still get the full CYE experience. For example, a child with an arm in plaster might accompany one of the instructors in a Safety boat for the afternoon. If your child is on a specific sailing or paddling course and their injury means they cannot participate, please call us to discuss the options (most likely we'll offer for you to defer their place to another course)

My child left something behind after their visit to CYE. Can you help?

We keep lost property items for a maximum of 1 week before giving them to charity. In order to return them we ask you to arrange a collection using the Royal Mail website. They will be able to collect the item from CYE and get it to you. Please contact the office to arrange this.

Got questions?
Contact our team for help

We’re always happy to work with guests to tailor an event that best meets what's needed.  Let's talk about how to create your perfect event.

(01243) 573375
9am-1pm and 2pm-5pm with voicemail out of hours
(01243) 575131
Out-of-hours emergency contact number
admin@cye.org.uk
Christian Youth Enterprises Sailing Centre,
Jubilee Building,
Chidham,
Chichester,
West Sussex PO18 8TE
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