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October half term available

Snowdon Lodge, the birthplace of Lawrence of Arabia, offers sole use for a get-together with friends & family this Autumn Half Term. An ideal self-catering group base in Snowdonia. Large Victorian property set in 4-acre grounds in a pretty village. Pet friendly. Well-equipped kitchen. Spacious dining room. Modern lounge. BBQ area. Private parking. Games room. Additional lecture/seminar/prayer room for hire. En-suite bedrooms including 1 ground floor accessible bedroom.

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Kepplewray Outdoor Education Centre

Ideal for groups of 30 -70 students, this large outdoor ed centre in the unspoilt Duddon Valley provides a wide range of instructor-led outdoor activities. Canoeing, Climbing, Ghyll scrambling, abseiling, bushcraft, crate stacking, stand up paddle-boarding, archery and more. Holder of the Adventure Activities Licence, the centre provides risk assessments and support for teachers and group leaders.

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canoing near Kepplewray Outdoor Ed Centre

Cornwall does have sleepy corners. Boswinger Hostel is in one of the best!

Boswinger Hostel (formerly owned by the YHA and in independent hands since 2024) is tucked away in an idyllic rural location on the Cornish coast. Your perfect base for exploring the the hidden coves and the quiet leafy lanes. Just just off the South West Coastal Path and the Cornish Way cycle routes and with the Eden Project, Caerhays Castle & Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan close by, there is something for everyone. Be sure to put Boswinger Hostel on your ‘Must Visit’ list.

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Courtyard with picnic tables

The Lockerbrook Farm Outdoor Ed Centre is perfect to help children and young people connect with the outdoors

The outdoor education Centre, sleeps 44, and is passionate about spreading love of the outdoors and the planet to the next generation with a large selection of activities in a beautiful peaceful space there is guaranteed to be something that suits you and your group. They provide activities both on-site and throughout the stunning Peak District and work with an additional group of experienced freelance instructors to provide safe adventure opportunities for all ages and experience levels.

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October Half Term at the Hostel in the Woods!

Autumn, what a glorious time to be in the woods! Come and spend your half term at Shining Cliff hostel, the off-road hostel in the woods.
Accommodating up to 20 people in 5 bedrooms, you can either hire the whole place to yourselves or book your own private room and shared communal facilities – it depends on who books this wonderful hostel in a magical setting first!
Spend your days exploring the woods, with hundreds of acres to discover and make magical memories.

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Ackers Adventure Outdoor Ed Centre provides great outdoor activities

Ackers Adventure Outdoor Centre is just the ticket for groups and families to enjoy outdoor activities. Whether it be releasing your inner Robin Hood with some archery or getting back to nature with bushcraft. If those aren’t for you, other outdoor entertainments are available. There’s no reason not to dust off your adventuring hat and book yourself an outing. The residential centre (ARC) is purpose-built accommodation with 9 sleeping rooms, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, dining area and a rec room with comfy seating. Set in 70 acres just 2 miles from the centre of Birmingham. It has 9 sleeping rooms, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, dining area and a rec room with TV, DVD, games and comfy seating. Ackers Adventure provide instructor led outdoor activities on site which can be incorporated into your stay.

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tabogoning at ackers outdoor education centre

Planning a school trip in rural Suffolk?

The Old Brooder Bunkhouse is a great eco-farm-stay location for school residentials, DofE and other youth groups who want either accommodation only or would like some history, environment, art or culture-related activities too. The Old Brooder can accommodate up to 22 guests, plus 25 in our Tudor Barn, catered for or do your own. We’re in a good spot to use as a base from which to explore the local area. Close to London, within an hour of Harwich, the Suffolk Coast, Cambridge, Thetford Forest.

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Accessible bathroom and bedroom.

Mar Lodge Bunkhouse, near Braemar in the Cairngorms National Park, offers comfortable accommodation for up to 12 guests in four bedrooms.  One bedroom at the bunkhouse is suitable for disabled visitors.  One bedroom and bathroom at the bunkhouse is suitable for disabled visitors.

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accessible showerroom and toilet at Mar Lodge Bunkhouse

School and University Group’s Gateway to Outdoor Adventure and Research

Nestled in the heart of Ennerdale Valley, Low Gillerthwaite Field Centre offers a perfect escape for schools and university groups looking for an immersive experience in nature. Surrounded by the beauty of the Lake District National Park, the hostel provides a unique blend of adventure, outdoor education, and environmental research opportunities.

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Availability at Christmas in Seathwaite for organised groups

Self catering dormitory accommodation available for up to 26 people in one of the best locations in the Lake District. High House is an ideal base for walking and enjoying peace and quiet. It is set in its own private grounds but just a 100 metres from the main track to Styhead, Scafell etc.

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