At Venture Trust, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a healthier, happier and more fulfilling future.
As a Scottish charity, we use the outdoors to help people facing adversity improve their wellbeing, build confidence and create lasting positive change. Through outdoor-based personal development programmes and therapeutic support, we work alongside people as they take the next steps in their lives.
Alongside our charitable work, Venture Trust Experiences gives individuals, groups and organisations the opportunity to experience the same restorative benefits of nature, while helping to support our mission.
How we work
Everything we do is built around the belief that meaningful change happens when people feel safe, connected and supported.
We combine the benefits of nature with trauma-informed practice, therapeutic relationships and experiential learning to help people build the confidence and skills to move forward.
Who we work with
- Adults, children and young people facing adversity
- People involved in the justice system
- Veterans
- Schools
- Employers and workplaces
- Supporters seeking meaningful outdoor experiences
How can we help?
Personal Development Programmes
Using the outdoors as the catalyst for change, we work with individuals facing adversity, supporting them to make significant improvements in their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing, relationships and use of local support services.
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Outdoor Therapy
A free counselling service combining the benefits of spending time in nature and professional therapy. We currently provide Outdoor Therapy for young people in Fife and military veterans in Greater Glasgow.
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Venture Trust Experiences
Venture Trust Experiences brings together a growing range of bookable outdoor wellbeing, adventure and learning opportunities inspired by more than 40 years of Venture Trust's experience supporting people across Scotland.
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One organisation, many ways to make a difference
Although our services are designed for different people and different stages of life, they all share the same purpose: using the outdoors to improve wellbeing, build confidence and create lasting positive change.
Whether someone is accessing Outdoor Therapy, taking part in a Personal Development Programme or joining a Venture Trust Experience, our approach is rooted in connection, personal growth and the restorative power of nature.
