Welcome to the Outdoor Education section of our website. Since our inception in 1977 Up and Under has been the leading supplier to Outdoor Education Centres, Outdoor Activity Centres and many government agenices including; UK wide Police Forces, Fire Brigades and many departments of the Ministry of Defence.

Unlike many outdoor businesses, Up and Under is still owned by the people who founded the business and are not answerable to to shareholders, and yes the owners still do work here on a day to day basis (though not every day).

Our contracts and senior management team have close to a cumulative 200 years of experience in this field. So you can be assured of the best levels of help, guidance and service.

In this sector of the business, we also have a range of our own branded items, the branding is simply "Up and Under". Keep a look out for the logo in the online catologue. 

The Outdoor Education sector of our business has the best selction of kit, from the best suppliers and manufacturers and has been selected based on suitability, durability, performance, value and sustainability. With close relations to a number of centres we take real life product feedback from the people that count.

Where the products available aren't up to the task we have designed and manufactured specific Outdoor Education purposed clothing and equipment in consultation with a number of Heads of Centres, including products such as our reknowned Centre Cags and Overtrousers and the tried and tested Cordura Universal PFD. Up and Under are THE Outdoor Education Clothing Supplier.

Please note, that the prices displayed won't be your ACCOUNT PRICE until you contact our contracts team on [email protected] to open an account.

The Outdoor Education department highlights the key items in the following areas. However, please also check out the Outdoor, Watersports and Industrial Access and Rescue Departments for other items.

Caving

Camping

Climbing

Outdoor Clothing

Walking

Kayaking

Open Canoeing

Sit On Top Kayaking

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Watersports Clothing

 

 

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Petzl Grigri +

The Petzl Grigri + is an assisted braking belay device that features an anti-panic handle. It is a great choice for belaying your partner whose really trying to push their sports grade, but also for beginners who have just started belaying.

From £102.19 inc. VAT

Camp Rockstar Helmet

The Camp Rockstar is a tough and durable helmet that's perfect for use in the commercial environment. Whether you're on a high ropes course, a climbing wall or out at a crag, the Camp Rockstar wont let you down. It features a tough and durable injection moulded polypropylene shell and moulded in vents to aid airflow. This will make it more pleasant for use in sunny conditions.

From £40.43 inc. VAT

Edelrid Ultralight

The Ultralight III is the updated version of Edelrid's popular classic. This version is complete with improved ventilation and a more modernised design, whilst still retaining its extremely robust structure. There's also a new replaceable and washable head/chin strap, making this the ultimate helmet for use in commercial facilities like adventure parks and outdoor centres. Available in a number of different colour options.

From £49.01 inc. VAT

Peak PS Centre Long John

The Peak PS Centre Long John is a versatile and durable neoprene underlayer, perfect for group and centre use or paddlers needing reliable comfort. With colour-coded flatlock seams and inner prints, it ensures quick size identification for easy distribution. Built with a 2.5mm neoprene body and reinforced 3mm knees and seat, this Long John offers flexibility and durability. Twin shoulder Velcro entry and grippy AO print on the knees add secure fit and functionality, making it an ideal choice for high-use environments.

From £61.24 inc. VAT

Edelrid Tower 10.5mm

The Edelrid Tower is a 10.5mm dynamic climbing rope that is ideal for use in the commercial environment. This dynamic rope is perfect for use on climbing walls or in situations where most of the usage will be done while top roping.

From £3.46 inc. VAT

Beal Wall Master 6 10.5mm Unicore (Offcut)

The Beal Wall Master is a 10.5mm climbing rope that is specifically designed for use on indoor climbing walls, this rope excels in this area as its exactly what it is designed for. Beal has designed the Wall Master to be an exceptionally tough and durable wall climbing rope. The 10.5mm construction is made up of 47% sheath and the balance is the core.

From £10.58 inc. VAT

Beal Wall Master 6 10.5mm Unicore

The Beal Wall Master is a 10.5mm climbing rope that is specifically designed for use on indoor climbing walls, this rope excels in this area as its exactly what it is designed for. Beal has designed the Wall Master to be an exceptionally tough and durable wall climbing rope. The 10.5mm construction is made up of 47% sheath and the balance is the core.

From £2.95 inc. VAT

Beal Wall School 10.2mm Unicore (Offcut)

The Beal Wall School is a 10.2mm climbing rope that has been designed to be used on indoor climbing walls in locations such as schools, colleges and youth clubs. This 10.2mm climbing rope has been designed to be easy to handle while also being very durable. Featuring a thicker than average sheath, this is then bonded to the inner core to prevent any slippage. The Beal Unicore process which achieves this still keeps the rope highly supple and easy to handle, even by smaller children.

From £8.99 inc. VAT

Beal Wall School 10.2mm Unicore

The Beal Wall School is a 10.2mm climbing rope that has been designed to be used on indoor climbing walls in locations such as schools, colleges and youth clubs. This 10.2mm climbing rope has been designed to be easy to handle while also being very durable. Featuring a thicker than average sheath, this is then bonded to the inner core to prevent any slippage. The Beal Unicore process which achieves this still keeps the rope highly supple and easy to handle, even by smaller children.

From £2.92 inc. VAT

Warmbac Outdoor Centre Oversuit

The Warmbac Centre Suit has been designed with the commercial user in mind. The combination of fabric gives durability where required while still also enabling the wearer to get the best levels of freedom of movement.

From £97.69 inc. VAT

Palm Centre Smock

The Palm Centre Smock is a waterproof cagoule that's ideal for Canoeing, Kayaking and Ghyll Scrambling. While having a very similar design to the Centre Jacket, this sees the addition of a hood for extra protection. Palm has designed the centre smock to be a versatile cross over piece of kit that's great for variety of Outdoor Education sectors.

From £70.00 inc. VAT

Nookie NKE Centre Salopette

The Nookie NKE Centre Salopettes are breathable and waterproof bib style over-trousers with adjustable braces. Developed in partnership with outdoor activity instructors to make sure they fit your every need, these salopettes are extremely easy to put on over other layers and the cuffs will stretch enough to get over wellies or boots. Great for outdoor activity providers, paddle boarding canoeing, kayaking, dinghy sailing and instructing.

From £66.78 inc. VAT

Palm Centre Salopettes

The Palm Centre Salopette is a great way of protecting yourself and your clients from the prevailing wind and rain. These waterproof salopettes work well in conjunction with the Palm Centre Smock. Palm has designed these kayak salopettes to be used in the Outdoor Education environment.

From £105.00 inc. VAT

Up and Under Centre Jacket Adult

The Up and Under Centre Jacket, is the number one premium outdoor centre waterproof available in the UK. As an evolution of the centre cag, which has had 40 years of rigorous testing, we know the Centre Cag works well. So, in 2023 by popular demand, we revived the Centre Jacket. It is now also keeping outdoor adventurers dry and comfortable whilst setting a new benchmark! Other manufacturers aspire to copy and produce, this centre waterproof jacket. But they always fall short. They try and compromise, whilst we do not! Our outdoor centre waterproof clothing all has the same design philosophy. It must be simple, durable, versatile and offer outstanding levels of performance. The Centre Jacket features a zip front opening design. It also incorporates a double storm flap for the best level of protection. There is an internal pocket for smaller items such as a phone. There are also two large pockets on the front. Velcro secures both, the left-hand pocket also features a colour coded patch to denote the size. The hood is large and is also helmet compatible, it also features a Velcro volume adjuster. The cuffs incorporate a Velcro adjuster for a snug and secure fit.

From £119.95 inc. VAT

Tootega Pulse 120 Tandem Club

The Tootega Pulse 120 is an entry level sit on top kayak. Having been stripped of all the extra fixtures and fittings this really is a basic sit on top kayak, however it is perfect for beach kayak hire.

From £756.42 inc. VAT