Castaway Survival Challenge

The Royal British Legion Survival Challenge

Event Details

Date: 27 September - 1 October 2025

Location: Moreton, Dorset

Price: £120 entry fee. Fundraising options below

Challenge yourself to survive 5 days in the wilderness. Learn the skills needed to survive off-grid from our military survival experts and put your new skills to the test.

The Royal British Legion Survival Challenge is for everyone, whether you come on your own or with groups of friends, or community group.  It’s also ideal for corporate groups who can enter as a team. We offer benefits such as:

  • Team building through a shared social experience
  • Physical and mental health benefits for your workforce engaging in physical activities, as well as increased team morale
  • Developing a sense of community within the workplace
  • Opportunities to share your support on social media and other marketing mediums
  • Engaging with the local community and public relations
  • Opportunity to become an RBL partner
  • Ticking off your Corporate Social Responsibility objectives

 

About the event

 The Royal British Legion Survival Challenge is not for the faint of heart so push your endurance to its limits and join us for an adventure into the wilderness.

This is a completely unique way to raise the funds needed for the Royal British Legion to continue our work supporting serving and ex-serving military personnel.

Whether you come in a group or on your own this is the perfect adventure for anyone looking to go off-grid and escape the modern world.

Led by a survival expert your group will learn the basics of wild camping and over the course experience:

  • Expert teaching from military survival specialists
  • Natural shelter building
  • Bushcraft and survival skills
  • Night navigation
  • Fun challenges, plus lots more

At the close of the week there will be a medal ceremony with your campmates, and a short service with a moment to reflect on why you took on this incredible challenge for the Royal British Legion.

Date:

27 September - 1 October 2025

Take on the Royal British Legion Survival Challenge in 2025

A 5-day adventure to learn survival skills - an event not to be missed!

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Entry & Fundraising

Choose your preferred fundraising option when you register.

  Full-Fund Part-Fund Fundraise
Initial Payment £920  £120 £120
Balance due 01/06/25 - £280 -
Fundraise -  £520 £800
Total Amount £920 £920

£920

*Please note that for the Fundraise option 35% (£280) of fundraising is due by 1st June 2025.

What’s included 

  • All meals from Saturday breakfast to Wednesday lunch
  • All the tools you’ll need for survival and shelter building
  • Expert teaching from military survival specialists
  • Luggage transport to camp
  • Fundraising support from dedicated team
  • An exclusive medal

To find out more about entering a group and to secure a group discount please email Sharon Wells [email protected].

Timings

The event starts Saturday morning and ends Wednesday lunchtime. Exact timings will be shared as part of your participant guide.

Location

Moreton, Dorset. The meeting location will be shared in your participant guide, it’ll be walking distance from the train station.

Transport

If travelling by car there are parking options available in the town.

If travelling by public transport, please arrive at Moreton Train Station.

Accessibility

We strive to make our events accessible to as many people as possible. If you’d like to speak to us about any additional support on the event, please contact us at [email protected].

Get to know your fellow survivors

Join our dedicated Facebook Group with past and present Survival Challenge participants to share tips and experiences. Click here Royal British Legion Survival Challenge group.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I join on my own?

Yes, of course! Many of our supporters sign up for the challenge as an individual - this is a great way to meet new friends.

Can I join as part of a team?

Definitely! However, please note each trip date can only accommodate a maximum of 60 participants so it's advisable to book early.

Are there any age restrictions to participate?

For safety reasons, all participants must be aged over 18 yrs at start of the event. There is no upper age restriction but any participants over 65 must provide a medical certificate from their doctor stating that they are medically able to take part in the event.

Is food provided on the event?

Yes, all food will be provided from Saturday morning through to Wednesday lunch. We can cater to all dietary requirements so please indicate your preferences in the registration form.

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