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Still looking for a residential school trip in 2025? Watersports provider UKSA have 5-day/4-night and 3-day/2-night multi-activity programmes on some of the peak dates in October and funding available for those children who do not have the financial support to join their classmates on a residential trip.
We are delighted to announce that Seahouses Hostel will continue the much-needed Bursary Fund which is made available to all visiting schools and youth groups located in the northeast. It not only provides the perfect opportunity for a holiday and to experience the beautiful countryside and coastline but also develop independence, life skills, build confidence – and perhaps most importantly, create happy memories which they will always treasure!
This trail is a 13 mile circuit of Oswestry, Shropshire. The trail includes many historical points of interest including the Old Race Course & the Iron Age Hill Fort. It’s a National Trail that runs alongside the English/Welsh border. The trail is divided into five sections, making it possible to walk it in stages.
Staged Route – https://www.visitoswestry.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Oswalds-Trail-booklet.pdf
Main Route – https://www.shropshiresgreatoutdoors.co.uk/route/oswalds-trail/
Brompton on Swale Bunkbarn offers great value accommodation and a pot of tea for weary walkers when arriving on the Coast to Coast. 0.5 miles from the footpath or directly on the route if using the main road. Book a bunk or a private room. Self-catering kitchen and lounge. Sleeping bags and towels can be hired. There is a shop directly opposite and a pub 100m away that serves lovely pub grub and breakfast. Lots of reviews on Google.
Our self-catering bungalow is perfect for walkers, offering comfortable accommodation near the stunning Jurassic Coast. With a fully equipped kitchen, three bathrooms, secure storage for gear, and nearby shops and pubs, it’s an ideal base for exploring the area at your own pace. Easy access to the coast path and stunning views over Swanage Town and Bay, to Old Harry Rocks. Available for 1 night stays.
Perched at the top corner of Wales, Anglesey Outdoors is a great location for residentials. The stunning coastline is ideal for geography and ecology fieldtrips for all key stages, as well as quality outdoor adventures in real locations. The centre offers clean, warm and comfortable, accommodation with leaders rooms and can offer fully catered residentials.
Winshields Bunkbarn at Twice Brewed near Hexham, is exactly what walkers doing Hadrian’s Wall are looking for. It offers single night stays, a simple breakfast & packed lunches (by arrangement), all bedding & towels are provided and evening meals are served 7 days a week at the The Twice Brewed Inn just a 5 minutes walk away. This very special bunkbarn only takes bookings from people arriving on two feet or two wheels and all the beds are comfy singles. If you prefer to camp, there’s a campsite too. What more could you ask for?
Puttenham Barn is a wonderful old listed building which has been sympathetically restored to be environmentally friendly. They have rainwater harvesting, solar electricity and solar hot water. The restoration carried out enables you to see traditional and sustainable construction methods.If you arrive at Puttenham Barn Bunkhouse on foot, by bike or on public transport you can claim a fab ‘green discount’ of £3 per person per night.
Affiliated with the Woodcraft Folk, the Centre provides self-catering accommodation for groups of up to 30, with overflow camping for up to 15. A great place to stay for youth groups with a pool table, piano, and board games. Only a few miles from the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast. Available to all groups with discounts for statutory groups and subsidies for voluntary groups.
And stay at Conwy Valley Backpackers. It’s situated on a peaceful organic farm in the heart of the beautiful Conwy Valley, with excellent access to Snowdonia. Centrally heated with a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, log fires and hot showers. Secure bike/canoe storage. Surf Snowdonia is within walking distance and Zip World is a short drive away. You will need to bring your own sleeping bags, or hire bed linen
The Tudor Barn, sleeping up to 25 guests, is a perfect place for several families or groups of mothers and children to spend a midweek or weekend half-term break – with a Special Offer for Families. Guests can enjoy our family-friendly farm activity ideas – den-building in the woods, tree-hugging, winter scavenger hunts, art-attacks, nature detectives and more. And when you’re done on being outside, gather around the woodburner to play board games or delve in the huge dressing up box and put on a play! Bring your wellies and warm coats …
Glenfinnan Bunkhouse is superbly positioned. Overlooking Loch Eil on the A830 10 miles west of Fort William (on the Mallaig road) it’s easily accessible. It makes a great base for groups of up to 12 for: climbing (Ben Nevis), skiing (Aonach Mor & Glencoe), mountain biking & walking (so many routes to choose from). While the white sandy beaches of Arisaig and the Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter movies, are also a short drive away.
The Rookhow Retreat Away scheme offers subsidised stays for community groups. Groups have to apply- 2 rounds a year in April and October. This scheme is aimed at people who would not otherwise be able to afford a break away. 25%/ 50% or 75% funding for the accommodation depending on need and availability of funds.
Just a 10 minute walk from the South West Coast Path at Bossington, this newly opened micro bunkhouse is sure to be popular with walkers. The two hostel rooms (one king size and one twin) are found on the top floor of Bossington Hall, a luxury B&B. Designed to offer lower cost accommodation for walkers, every effort has been made to cater to the needs of those walking the South West Coast route.
The 1912 Centre is the former Harwich fire station, close to the railway station and just 50m from the promenade and sandy beach. The centrally heated hostel offers a large dining / recreational area and cabin style rooms, with two ground floor rooms suitable for disabled. Facilities include a fully equipped kitchen, showers & drying room. Youth Groups and Schools particularly welcome. BYO sleeping bag.
Crookstone Barn offers subsidised stays for many types of groups. We are a charitable organisation that was set up to provide self catered accommodation in an environment that those less fortunate may not be ordinarily be able to access. With 25 beds, bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a remote location, it is the perfect place to experience the Peak District in all its glory. Over the years Crookstone Barn has welcomed school groups from as far as Chernobyl, homeless projects from Rotherham & Sheffield and many youth groups including scouts, cadets and youth sports teams.
Deepdale Camping & Rooms host occasional evenings of original acoustic music from exceptional artists – www.deepdalemusic.co.uk
The Boarshurst Centre on the edge of the Peak District Pennines offers discounted accommodation for youth groups and university groups With 2 dorms and 2 leaders’ rooms (32 beds), the centre provides self-catering accommodation, just a short journey from central Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield for those who wish to enjoy the Saddleworth Countryside
My name is Matt and I’ve been running Earby Holiday Home and Adjoining Hostel since 2019 (though the building has been run as a hostel since 1958!)
Ninebanks in Northumberland is ready to go for the season, now we just need you to come. Some dates still available this February half term and beyond for chalet rooms and whole hostel bookings.
