Save The Date - The Outdoor Connection 2027
The Outdoor Connection is a face-to-face event bringing together community leaders who are working to support access to nature and the outdoors. We’re delighted to gather again in 2027, celebrating the fifth Outdoor Connection event.
The Outdoor Connection is an event run in partnership between Outdoor Citizens and All The Elements, with thanks to YHA (England & Wales), Natural England and Sport England. Other funders and supporting partners for 2027 to be announced soon.
The Outdoor Connection 2027 will take place on the 23rd-25th April 2027 at YHA Castleton Losehill - Save the date and register your interest now.
*Complete this form by Friday 4th September 2026 to register your interest*
Image Credit - Celie Nigoumi
Who is The Outdoor Connection for?
This free event is for community leaders who are working to break down barriers to the outdoors. If you are thinking of setting up a group or you are already running a project or organisation in your community then this event is for you. Travel expenses will be covered and a daily rate contribution for attendees will be paid. Overnight accommodation will be provided.
We are limiting attendance to one person per organisation as previous event experience tells us that the event is the most valuable for everyone if lots of different organisations take part. If more than one person needs to attend to support accessibility, please just let us know. Priority will be given to members of the Outdoor Citizens and All The Elements communities. Spaces are limited.
When is it?
23rd-25th April 2027 at YHA Castleton Losehill (situated in the Hope Valley in the Peak District). We usually welcome guests from 17:00 on the Friday and expect to finish by 11:00 on the Sunday morning but details will be confirmed.
What will the event be like?
This weekend-long event creates opportunities for networking, peer to peer learning and capacity building. Offering a range of workshops and activities all designed to support participants to connect and learn from each other.
What were previous events like?
In 2026 we gathered at YHA Ilam Hall - watch our event video here to see what The Outdoor Connection is all about.
Filmed by Les Latchman.
In 2025 we gathered at YHA Castleton Losehill Hall - if you’d like to learn more about The Outdoor Connection you can watch the 2025 event video here.
Filmed by Ben Ankobiah.
How do I apply?
Complete this form by Friday 4th September 2026 to register your interest.
Places are limited and will be filled on a first-come first-served basis. Maximum one person per organisation. Priority will be given to members of the Outdoor Citizens and All the Elements communities.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Further questions?
If you still have questions about the event or you’d like more information before registering your interest you can find out more about The Outdoor Connection here or reach out to us on email hello@alltheelements.co
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