As the new year begins, many of us are starting to plan our summers, and it’s the perfect time to think about Christian summer camps. These camps have been a source of great joy and spiritual growth for so many young people (and their leaders!), so we want to give you a heads-up to get these on your radar.
This is for you: parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, godparents! These camps are happening, and they promise to be a highlight of the summer for young people. Year after year, they provide a brilliant mix of fun, friendships, and spiritual depth, offering a unique opportunity to encounter God and his word in life-changing ways.
Below is a quick introduction to summer camps and specific information for 2025. Let’s dive in!
What Are Summer Camps?
In short, they are week-long residential holidays packed with activities, fun, and opportunities to engage with the Bible and the God revealed in its pages. Think outdoor adventures, team games, worship, and deep discussions—designed to help young people grow in their faith while building meaningful friendships.
As a leader, I can honestly say these camps are a big highlight. Campers return encouraged, spiritually renewed, and with new and stronger bonds with others. The organisations running these camps are fully committed to safeguarding, ensuring all activities are safe and well-managed.
If you’re a parent (or in any role of influence in a young person’s life), I wholeheartedly encourage you to mark these dates and consider these opportunities.
What’s Happening This Summer?
Ventures and Falcons Camps
Bookings open 6 or 13 January
- Brymore 2: 2–8 August (Ages 11 – 14)
- Brymore 3: 9–16 August (Ages 13 – 18)
- Sparkford 3: 15–22 August (Ages 14 – 18)
Christians in Sport Camps
Bookings open 20 January
https://christiansinsport.org.uk/events/sports-camps/
- Monkton 1: 27 July – 1 August
- Monkton 2: 3 – 8 August
- Brecon: 27 July – 1 August
Madness and Mayhem
https://www.madnessandmayhem.org.uk/
- 26 July – 2 August or 2 – 9 August
This camp combines three age groups, 9 – 11, 12 – 14, and 15 – 18, on the same site with tailored programs for each group.
These are popular camps that members of the St Mary’s community have enjoyed in the past, and they’re likely to return again this year. Booking opens this month, and spots fill up quickly. Be sure to secure your place before it’s too late.
Don’t wait too long—save the dates, and let’s make this summer one to remember!