“A lot of the children who go to our Funktion youth group, which is aimed at 9 to 12 year olds, and held on Friday evenings, went to Marrick in August, as well as young people from each of our four churches. It promotes social interaction as computers and mobile phones are not allowed, so it’s good old fashioned fun and games, and the children love it. It’s brilliant to see the children encourage and support each other in the many activities that we do; It encourages altruism, helps to build confidence when they accomplish something, which previously they didn’t think they could do, or were scared to try. Everyone enjoys it, including the adults! The older children, aged 13 plus, are invited to Marrick a day earlier than the main group to enjoy a short trek and an overnight camp at a nearby farm.