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Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

DofE inspires hundreds of thousands of young people, from all walks of life, to explore who they are, grow in confidence and develop the skills they need to successfully navigate life.

What is the DofE?

  • The DofE is a life changing adventure.
  • You make it: The DofE is as unique as you are.
  • Millions of young people in the UK have already done their DofE.
  • Now it’s your turn.

Are you ready for a challenge?

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) in North Lincolnshire offers young people aged 14-24 a chance to engage in personal development through various activities, culminating in Bronze, Silver or Gold awards.

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Overview DofE Award

More about the programme and how to get started


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Bronze DofE Award

Begin your adventure (From Year 9, students aged 14+)


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Silver DofE Award

Take it to the next level (From Year 10, students aged 15+)


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Gold DofE Award

Go the extra mile (From Year 11, students aged 16+)


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Programme dates

Check out the programme dates for 2026


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Expeditions

Details of expeditions and the booking link


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Volunteer with us

Become an adult DofE volunteer of young leader


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FAQs

We answer some of the most popular questions


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