Our Brands

Our three brands, Rayburn Tours, Venture Abroad, and Sports Tours, come together to create experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and open doors to new opportunities.

Whether it’s exploring classroom subjects through immersive trips, venturing overseas to discover new cultures, or competing in sports tournaments that push limits and celebrate teamwork, our brands share one purpose: to help young people learn, grow and thrive through travel. Behind every journey is our commitment, expertise and passion.

For over 60 years, Rayburn Tours has been designing carefully crafted school and group travel experiences across education, music, sport and adventure. Whether exploring the UK, Europe or beyond, each trip is planned to inspire learning, spark curiosity, and create meaningful memories.

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With more than 35 years’ experience, Sports Tours specialises in professionally run UK and international sports tournaments, giving teams the chance to compete, develop skills, and experience sport on a bigger stage. From grassroots clubs to school teams, every tournament is tailored to challenge and motivate participants.

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For 50 years, Venture Abroad has delivered overseas trips for Scouts, Guides and other uniformed groups, combining cultural, outdoor and adventure experiences to build confidence, teamwork and a global perspective. Each journey is designed to encourage exploration and personal growth in an immersive international setting.

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Meet the board...

The Rayburn Travel Group is guided by a board of directors whose leadership shapes every aspect of our vision. Bringing together deep industry expertise, strategic insight and a genuine passion for meaningful travel, they steer our organisation forward.

Katie Boyden

Managing Director

Jamie Boyden

Managing Director

John Boyden

Board Chairman

Kelly Wigley

Operations Director

Lucy James

Finance Director

The Teams That Make It Happen

Behind every incredible trip at Rayburn Travel Group is a dedicated team of travel specialists who bring passion, creativity and decades of experience to every trip.

Tour Consultants

Our Tour Consultants guide you through the early planning stages, helping you choose the right destination and shape a trip that meets your educational aims. Drawing on a team that includes linguists, ski and sports specialists, and experienced performers, they bring real, first-hand insight to every decision.

Tour Coordinators

Once your tour is confirmed, our Tour Coordinators take over, finalising itineraries, checking reservations and preparing every detail. With the support of specialists across languages, sport, performance and more, they ensure every element reflects deep, practical knowledge.

Key Account Managers

Our Key Account Managers provide dedicated, expert support for schools with multiple complex programmes of touring, offering strategic advice and managing all aspects of your tour to ensure smooth execution and exceptional outcomes.

Transportation

Our qualified, in-house Transport and Aviation department is one of the few in the industry, ensuring strict safety compliance and securing the best travel routes and rates through our established relationships with trusted providers.

Product

Our Product team excels at building lasting relationships with top-tier suppliers, guaranteeing the best accommodations and excursions, whilst meticulously adhering to STF and LOTC guides to create perfectly tailored tours.

Marketing

Our Marketing team brings each experience to life, crafting inspiring content that help groups feel the excitement of what’s possible. Through thoughtful storytelling and clear communication, they ensure every group has the information, confidence and anticipation they need before their journey even begins.

Finance & IT

Our Finance & IT teams provide the clarity, security and technical reliability that underpin a smooth booking experience. From transparent invoicing and secure payment handling to robust systems, data protection and digital support, they ensure every step is accurate, efficient and fully protected.

Operations Support

Our Operations Support team keeps everything running seamlessly behind the scenes. They manage logistics, send customers’ updates, prepare itinerary templates and ensure passenger details are accurately captured for flight bookings. Their efficiency helps every trip start on solid ground.

Values and mission

Our company is united by one clear purpose: working together to provide memorable experiences and helping the next generation become more informed, confident, and positively connected to the world around them. This mission guides everything we do and is the shared goal that inspires our team every day.

Our accreditations

We work with suppliers governed by LOtC and STF standards, ensuring every tour meets the highest levels of safety, quality, and educational value. We carefully audit accommodation, manage every logistical detail, and provide full financial security as ABTOT bonded, ATOL licensed, and ABTA members, with travel insurance available through AVIVA for complete peace of mind.

Read more on our Safety page.