Castle Head FSC, Grange over Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6QT

Call them on 01539 538120 (Mon-Fri, 9am–5pm)

Overview

Castle Head Field Studies Council centre is set in a country mansion with 20 hectares of private grounds on the southern edge of the Lake District National Park close to Morecambe Bay. Perfectly located just 10 miles from the southern tip of Lake Windmere, you will have immediate access to all that the Lake District has to offer. Situated just 20 mins from the M6, 1.5 hours' drive from Liverpool and Manchester with a train station just 5 mins away it is also remarkably accessible.
The accommodation is split into two main area: The impressive Georgian house sleeps up to 47 people in a mix of bunk rooms, single and twin rooms. While the Hillfoot Wing sleeps up to 110 in a mix of single en suite, twin en suite, and bunk rooms. All types of bookings are welcome including singles, couples, groups of adults, families and extended family groups. Due to Covid-19, rooms are currently offered on a B&B basis at very reasonable rates. The local village has a small shop and a country pub serving a range of beers and home cooked food. The centre has received the ‘Good to Go’ mark in recognition of following government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing.

This accommodation is featured on our map of the Lake District and here is its own website.

Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    157: across 33 rooms

  • Open:

    Closed untill Spring 2021. Normally open all year. Incl Xmas and New Year

  • Price per night:

    £32 per single en-suite room. £57 per twin en-suite room. Dorm rooms – price on enquiry. Whole centre booking £1900

  • Booking:

    A deposit is required for all reservations, with full balance payable four weeks prior to arrival.

  • Directions:

    The postcode in the Satnav will take you to Lindale village. The centre is signposted off the B5277 just east of Lindale on a sharp bend. Castle Head centre is about ½ mile down the little lane – you will see the main house in front of you, follow the road round to the right and the car park will be on the left. If arriving by coach – once you arrive at the centre, due to limited turning area, it is easier to drive past the entrance to the car park and reverse in. Please be aware that there may be people moving around whilst you are manoeuvring.

  • Public Transport:

    The nearest (local) railway station is Grange over Sands (5 mins' drive). It is connected to the main west coast line at Lancaster and Preston. Collection from the local station can be arranged in advance and is free of charge. Lancaster is also served by National Express coaches connecting with many parts of the country

  • Walks:

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks
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Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
rDisabled Access
dBedding provided
gFully heated
nBreakfast available (with notice)
kSelf catering facilities
!Bike/equipment store (unlocked)
iDrying room
jShowers
lShop
[WiFi
6Green Tourism Award: Bronze
ZDogs by arrangement

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News & Offers from Castle Head FSC

Good news! FSC Castle Head in the Lake District is re-opening from 21st May

March 24th 2021

Normally only available to groups, this amazing centre can be booked by individuals, couples, households and groups (in line with the latest Government guidelines). Choose from room only, B&B, full or half board. The centre is only open for certain periods this summer. Read on to find out when.

Friday 21st May to Monday 24th May                                     Weekend opening

Thursday 27th May to Sunday 6th June                                 Half term. Open all of half term

W/C Monday 7th June  – Sunday 18th July                            Open for long weekends (Thurs – Sun)

W/C Monday 19th July – Sept                                                    Open 7 days

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Closed until Spring 2021 – check back for updates on our offering in 2021

December 4th 2020

FSC Castle Head is a magnificent country mansion set in 50 acres. Normally booked by large groups, during the pandemic there has been an oportunity to book rooms on a B&B basis at very reasonable rates. Watch this space to see what type of accommodation FSC Castle Head will be offering in 2021.

The centre has received the ‘Good to Go’ mark in recognition of following government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing.

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Did you leave your heart in the Lake District?

August 26th 2020

Visit again and stay at FSC Castle Head, a magnificent country mansion set in 50 acres. Now for a limited period due to Covid you can book rooms on a B&B basis at very reasonable rates

Don’t miss up on this unique opportunity to stay at this centre which is normally only available to large group bookings.   The centre has received the ‘Good to Go’ mark in recognition of following government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing.

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