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This group accommodation centre overlooks Harwich Harbour, just a few yards from the King Charles Coast Path

       1912 Centre

This centrally heated group hostel is ideal for walkers on the north Essex section of the England Coast Path. It offers bunk beds in cabin-style rooms (guests should bring their own sleeping bags), along with hot showers and a drying room. There is also a self-catering kitchen and dining area and the hostel is close to all the towns amenities, including general stores, cafés and pubs. It is well located for both the north Essex section of the Coast Path and nearby Suffolk stretches. It is also accessible via Harwich and the harbour foot ferry to Shotley and Felixstowe. Harwich has excellent public transport links, with Harwich Town railway station within easy walking distance of the hostel and the coast path.

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Yatch with red sails sailing in front of the centre

Walkers’ accommodation in Boswinger on the King Charles III Coast Path.

       Boswinger Hostel (YHA Partner)

YHA Boswinger is a 10-minute walk from the King Charles III Coast Path in Cornwall. It offers comfortable beds in private rooms, along with a drying room and a guest kitchen. Supplies are available for purchase for guests arriving on foot with no food, as the nearest shop is over a mile away. In August, breakfast and evening pizzas are also available. The garden and courtyard provide a relaxing space to unwind after a long day of walking.

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3 ladies sittig on a bench overlooking the cornish coast on a beautiful sunny day

Group Centre 6 miles from the England Coastal Walking Trail at Dunwich, Suffolk

       Darsham Country Centre

The centre sleeps up to 30 people, is self catering and supplies bedding but not towels. There are a mixture of single and bunk beds. There’s a supermarket just a few metres from the centre which stocks fresh and frozen food and is open from 7am to 7pm. There are also two pubs about one mile from the centre serving good pub food. Public transport details can be found at www.suffolkonboard.com. There is a bus route from Darsham to Aldeburgh and Southwold. There is a Mini bus service which can be booked in advance for places that are not serviced by public transport. The centre is situated on the East Suffolk Railway line which connects to Lowestoft, Ipswich and London Liverpool Street.

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Darsham station and countryside centre with sign

Luxury private-room hostel on the King Charles III Coast Path, west of Minehead.

       Bossington Bunkhouse

Just a 10-minute walk from the England Coast Path through picturesque Bossington village, this walker-friendly accommodation is an ideal stop between Minehead (3-4 hours walk) and Lynmouth (6-7 hours walk). Located in the former servants’ quarters of Bossington Hall, it offers comfortable beds, powerful hot showers, self-catering facilities, an on-site shop with meals, snacks and local beers. All bedding and towels are provided and the comfy beds are ready to jump into. This is an official South West Coast Path stamping point.

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twin room at bossington bunkhouse on the England Coast Path

Spend your summer in Eryri and stay at Plas Isa Dolgellau

       Plas Isa

“Time is intended to be spent, not saved” – Alfred Wainwright What are you waiting for? If you’re looking forward to the summer holidays climbing mountains, going mountainbiking and have a dip in the sea – here in Dolgellau, on the southern edge of Eryri National Park you can find it all.

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isolated estuary

School Residentials on the North Devon Coast

       Skern Adventure Appledore

The Skern Adventure residential programme combines accommodation with on-site and off-site activities to deliver high-quality outdoor education. We tailor each programme to your school’s needs, working with you before and during your stay to ensure your learning objectives are met. You will be assigned a Course Director to oversee the experience, ensuring every pupil gets the most from their time with us. Get in touch to find out more.

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students on the beach during a school residentialsat skern adventure

Ty Cwch is becoming Electric Vehicle Friendly

       Ty Cwch Boathouse

Ty Cwch is very Eco friendly, all electric, and from Good Energy, a guaranteed 100% renewable source. Charge up, then unplug.
The roads are relatively quiet, and from mid June we’ll be installing an EV Charger. Which means that you can spend the whole week exploring without a second thought.
Ty Cwch is our architect-designed boathouse on the Welsh Coast Path, sleeping up to 12 guests. We’re working through our sustainability commitments as part of our Green Tourism Gold accreditation —
Come for the coast and explore.

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Family friendly accommodation in Saddleworth close to the Peak District National Park

       Boarshurst Centre Saddleworth

Our centre is homely and welcoming and provides bunkhouse accommodation for up to 32 parents and children. We have a lovely secure garden and wildlife area for families to enjoy. We are dog friendly. Saddleworth is a fantastic place to visit over Summer with lots of things to do in the nearby Saddleworth villages or to walk across the Saddleworth Moor or visit the nearby Dove Stone Reservoir.

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Ty Cwch: a boathouse in Cardigan Bay on the Coast Path

       Ty Cwch Boathouse

Cwmtydu is a quiet cove on the Ceredigion Heritage Coast, tucked between Llangrannog and New Quay, where the river runs over the sand into the sea, and the Wales Coast Path runs along some of the most spectacular landscape of cliffs and secluded beaches.
Ty Cwch sits right at the end of a wooded valley, 2 walk minutes from the beach — an architect-designed boathouse built from larch-clad shipping containers, on the Welsh Coast Path. It sleeps 12, is Green Tourism Gold accredited, and in September the seals pup on the beach.
The coast doesn’t get much quieter than this.

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Summer Escapes in Northumberland National Park

       Ilderton Dod Barns

Lambing may be over, but our 600 lambs are still close by the 2 cottages at Ilderton Dod Barns. Lapwings, curlew, grouse, cuckoos are hard to miss, and if you look in the right place you may find our cattle out on the hill too. Our family-friendly marked paths allow plenty of chances to experience all this, plus views over Northumberland National Park and (on a clear day) out to sea.

If exploring on foot doesn’t appeal, bring your bike or horse, both of which we can accommodate too. Routes can be provided for all modes of transport, many of which take in a visit to Ingram Cafe, just 4 miles away.

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Whatever happend to Kindrogan FSC Field Centre?

       Kindrogan House

Kindrogan Field Centre closed in the early 2020s and, after a brief spell as a girls’ school, was bought by a group of friends who are breathing new life into this beautiful Scottish estate through community, hospitality, and heritage. These Scotland-based friends and entrepreneurs were brought together by a deep connection to this special place and the local community. They would also like to share it with YOU! So why not book a visit today?

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Open space, no marked pitches and only tents – just how you want your camping to be.

       Llwyn Lodgings and Campsite

Our spacious orchard campsite is for tents exclusively and is the best place to be in a heatwave, lots of trees and shaded areas. It’s kept car free for the peace, the dark skies, and the free reign of kids. We have a communal cookhouse, so collect firewood from the surrounding woods, cook up a meal and meet others. The showers, loos, family shower room and sinks are close by, in a warm and dry cedar lined shower shed. The campsite is open from May to September.

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glamping at Llwyn Lodgings on Glyndwrs Way

Cyclists and E-Bikes Welcome

       Bridges Hostel

Bridges Hostel welcomes cyclists and e-bike riders. Situated at the foot of the Long Mynd in Shropshire, the hostel is an ideal base for exploring the area’s quiet lanes and scenic routes. Guests have access to an e-bike charging point located outside the hostel, along with a large, secure bike shed for storing bicycles. For fire safety reasons, e-bikes and batteries must not be charged inside the hostel or within the bike shed.

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cyclists outside bridges inn in the long mynd

DofE accommodation at Kailzie Big Lodge

       Kailzie BIG Lodge

Kailzie Big Lodge set in the heart of the Tweed Valley in the Scottish Borders offers spacious, modern accommodation with a mix of single beds and bunks. Ideal for residential stays and with fantastic access to a range of outdoor activities.

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Exterior of pretty white stone building

Group Adventures at Ardentinny Outdoor Centre

       Ardentinny Outdoor Centre

We recently welcomed a group of adults and children to Ardentinny Outdoor Centre for a four-day activity week. With a packed programme of outdoor activities, plenty of time spent exploring the local area, and opportunities to relax and socialise together, the visit was a fantastic example of how groups of all ages can enjoy the outdoor experience at Ardentinny.

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