Really Good First Aid

01/11/2026

Good news for those of you based in Dorset - we're travelling East!

We have 2 Day Level 3 Outdoor and Forest School courses coming up from 17-18 November based in Cerne Abbas, Dorchester.

You can easily book online via our website and pay securely with Apple, Google or Onelink

reallygoodfirstaid.co.uk/shop/courses/

30/10/2026

28/10/2026

📢 Calling all outdoor types and forest school organisers 📢

Here are our upcoming dates for 2 day Level 3 ITC First Outdoor and Forest School First Aid Courses across the South West in November and December. Locations include, Plymouth, Devon; Mendip, Somerset; Boulder Exe, Exeter; Cerne Abbas, Dorset and Okehampton, Devon.

If you don't see a location or date that works for you, do drop us a DM as we often organise custom courses for groups.

24/10/2026

Don't forget clocks "fall back" this evening.

That means you get an extra hour in bed (unless you have little ones!)

But it also means it's a good idea to adjust the timing your outdoor adventures as:

👉 An hour less daylight tomorrow and sunset continues to move earlier
👉 Evening light begins to disappear more quickly as the earth tilts further away from the sun in the Northern Hemisphere

Stay safe out there and make sure you are well planned and prepared to avoid a first aid emergency!

21/10/2026

15/10/2026

As autumn draws us inwards, our last 2 Day Outdoor and Forest School First Aid courses this month are in Devon at Okehampton YHA.

We've still got a number of courses across the South West in November and December, but some of those are already fully booked. If you're planning on booking a course, please do soon as we don't want to disappoint anyone.

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day. 10 October 2026

"Conversations about mental health make a difference. And they matter most when we listen to people's experiences"

The theme for 2026 is 'Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change' (World Federation for Mental Health).

"This World Mental Health Day, let's talk, listen, and support better mental health together."
Mental Health Foundation

08/10/2026

Why is First Aid important?

At a time when there's ever increasing pressure on our health service, you could be that critical person bridging the time gap before professional services arrive.

04/10/2026

Pre-loved Outdoor Kit Sale!

Ideal for D of E and 10 Tors participants, our kit sale is also likely to have something for everyone (we've previously had ruck sacks, ground mats, compasses, clothing, waterproofs and a variety of other camping items). Come along to the Rescue Centre (Abbey Rise, Tavistock) on October 31st and see for yourself. Doors will be open between 10am and 2pm.

# # # Donations # # #
We need donations of good quality pre-loved outdoor kit for our sale to be successful. All funds raised will go towards the ongoing costs of running the team. If you do have any kit you no longer use or just want to have a bit of a clear out, please drop off kit donations to Drakes Vets in either Tavistock or Yelverton.

Should you be unable to get to Drakes Vets please email [email protected] and we will endeavour to arrange collection from you.

02/10/2026

1-7 October is Anaphylaxis UK Anaphylaxis Awareness Week. They aim to raise support and awareness for those who are managing serious allergies.

Anaphylaxis is something we cover on all our courses but head over to anaphylaxis.org.uk for useful resources, if you'd like to help the team raise more awareness or to find out more about Benedict's Law requirement for schools.