Monday 15th – Wednesday 17th February 2027
(bookings close Monday 8th February 2027)
Geek Factory is the ultimate residential camp where the Christian faith collides with everything Geeky!
Whether you’re a full-geek or just curious to try something new, you’ll find an unforgettable few days packed with fun, friendship and plenty of epic moments.
This isn’t your average camp – Geek Factory is all about creating a relaxed, welcoming space where you can be yourself, meet people who get you and dive into the things you love most. From crazy games and shared laughs to meaningful moments of faith, every day is designed to help you grow, connect and have an incredible time!
You’ll have loads of opportunities to explore your interests or discover brand-new ones. Into gaming? We’ve got VR headsets, retro classics and modern consoles ready to go. Prefer something hands on? Get creative with geeky crafts, board games and interactive activities with new friends.
And that’s only the beginning. Take on wild team challenges, battle it out in Nerf wars, crack epic escape rooms, compete in LEGO showdowns and even create your own stop-motion animation. Every activity is designed to stretch your creativity, build confidence and make memories you’ll be talking about long after camp ends.
And we don’t just stop at the fun stuff – we also take time to explore big life questions and the Christian faith in a way that’s real and easy to understand. Through interactive talks, group chats, and Q&A’s you can share your thoughts, ask questions, and hear different ideas. Whether you’ve been a Christian for ages or know nothing at all, you’ll find a welcoming space to explore and grow.
Details
Date: 2pm Monday 15th February to 4pm Wednesday 17th February 2027
Location: Preston Baptist Church, Old Torquay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2RB
Cost: £75 – all meals and activities included!
Age: 11-16 year olds
Accommodation: Glamping style where all young people and youth workers will be sleeping on the floor. Therefore, everyone will be need to bring something to sleep on, such as a roll mat or camp bed, and bedding.
Need financial Support?: At SWYM we work hard to keep our events costs as low as possible because we believe every young person should have the chance to be part of what we do. We never want money to be a reason someone misses out.
We also know that, for some, finances can still be a challenge. That’s why we’re so grateful to the Leavers Coulson Trust, who have generously offered to support young people who may need help covering the cost of a SWYM event (subject to criteria).
If that would be helpful for you or someone you know, head to www.leaverscoulsontrust.org.uk to find out more and apply.
We do encourage leaders to attend with young people, however, young people are allowed to attend any of our activate camps without a leader.
