I'm a teenager get me out of here!

Teenagers are being presented with a real challenge in the shape of a brand new Scripture Union holiday – SUrvival – one of 7 new holidays launching in 2010. Aimed at 11 to 14s who are up for a challenge, SUrvival is a short break holiday, during summer half term, in Derbyshire - but it’s not short on action! This holiday will throw up challenges such as racing against the clock to get to the next base camp, learning new skills in camping, orienteering and working as a team.

SUrvival is for teenagers wanting to have time out, a challenge, fun, a chance to make new friends, and opportunities to learn more about God.

It’s just one of around 100 holidays and missions run every year by Scripture Union volunteers and staff across England and Wales. The wide variety of holidays for young people aged 8 to 18 means there is something to suit everyone, including those with special needs. Scripture Union has been running holidays and missions for more than 100 years and last year nearly 4,000 children and young people greatly enjoyed and benefited from their time away in a Christian environment.

To book a place or for more information about SUrvival and all the other holidays on offer you can request the 2010 brochure by calling 01908 856177 or

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Notes to Editors

1) For more information please contact Scripture Union’s Communications Manager, Sarah Coe on 01908 856188 or email: sarahc@scriptureunion.org.uk

2) A number of hi-res images are available on request.

3) Scripture Union has 100 residential holidays throughout the year all over the country; some under canvas, the majority in residential centres; some at New Year, Easter and the majority in the summer. Holidays cover a range of activities and hobbies and include mini breaks as well as full week holidays for children and young people aged 8 to 18, for families as well as holidays tailored for those with special needs.

4) Scripture Union is an international Christian organisation which operates in more than 130 countries to make God’s good news known to children, young people and families. Scripture Union’s ministry includes schools work, missions, family ministry, helping Christians to read the Bible and supporting the church through training and resources. To find out more about the work of Scripture Union, you can visit the website www.scriptureunion.org.uk.

 visit the website at www.scriptureunion.org.uk/holidays