Our Mission

At Brathay we know everyone has the capacity to do extraordinary things that can inspire and benefit others. This drives our mission to improve the life chances of children, young people and families by inspiring them to engage positively in their communities. Find Out More
Our Approach

We build meaningful, high quality, relationships with young people that are built on respect, care, and unconditional positive regard. Find Out More
Our Research

Research Hub is at the heart of Brathay’s practice. Our intention is to better understand, develop, evidence and influence practice and policy. We achieve this by exploring practice from within and working alongside practitioners and participants. At the heart of our approach is action research, which aligns with Brathay’s experiential, participatory and person centered learning and development practice. Find Out More
Fundraise

There are lots of fun and easy ways you can fundraise to support our work, such as organising raffles, bag packs, quiz nights etc. You could take part in an organised sporting event such as the Brathay Windermere Marathon, or even organise your own event, all while raising sponsorship for us. However you choose to do it, we'll be with you every step of the way. Find Out More

Because young people need to be successful and confident

Programme Options

Our programmes are delivered in both community and residential settings, or a mixture of both. We work with our partner organisations to achieve their goal, and all our programmes can be adapted to meet individual requirements.

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Two hundred year timeshift as Harden descendants visit Brathay Hall

Time went back two hundred years at Brathay Hall recently, as descendants of John & Jessy Harden visited the ancestral home for the first time.

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Brathay 5K

Brand new for 2019 and partnered with the ASICS Windermere Marathon, we're pleased to announce our first 5K.

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Ambleside Trail 60

In 2019, the Climbers Shop is celebrating their 60th year of business. To celebrate, we'll be working closely with them to deliver the first Ambleside Trail 60 - a 60 kilometre route through the heart of the Lake District.

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People & Organisation Development

Great business performance needs a skilled, collaborative and engaged workforce. Brathay's personal, team, and leadership programmes make this happen.

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Re-cycling - our old bikes get a new lease of life

Our appeal for 24 new bikes for the young people who come to our Hinning House residential centre in the Lake District has had a further boost, whilst the old bikes find a new home in Wigan.

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