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Make Your Trip to the Southwold Geography Fieldwork Academy a Residential Experience!

Darsham Country Centre provides comfortable overnight accommodation that is ideal for school residentials and youth groups. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from the Geography Fieldwork Academy in Southwold, it offers the perfect base for a school residential.

On arrival, the Centre Manager will welcome your group and ensure you feel at home. You’ll be shown important facilities such as fire exits, heating settings, recycling arrangements, and the use of the kitchen appliances. Fresh, clean bedding is provided so that the students can make up their own beds on arrival – a great way to encourage independence.

There is a local supermarket for any last-minute provisions and restaurants and takeaways for a teachers’ treat.

For times not at the Academy there’s lots to explore in the local area: traditional seaside towns, historic sites, scenic walking routes, and a train connection right to the door from London.

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dormatory beds ideal for a school residential at Darsham Country Centre

Family Holidays on the shores of Loch Long

During the summer months, this great-value outdoor centre welcomes individuals and families, offering a choice of en-suite or standard rooms, with prices starting from £60 per night for a family of four. Perfectly situated on the banks of Loch Long, it provides easy access to loch-side walks and beaches. It’s a great base for a few days away, with a range of outdoor activities available, including kayaking, paddleboarding, diving, and mountain biking. There may also be opportunities to hire equipment and book instruction.

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children on the loch shore at Ardentinny Outdoor Centre family holiday

Holiday with a difference in the heart of the South Pennine landscape.

Downham Camping Barn is an ideal escape for all ages and has some availability over the summer holidays. A stone tent, no need for the complications of canvas, it comfortably sleeps 12 and is let out on a sole use basis for individual groups. Nestled in a National Landscape area, formerly known as Area of Outstanding Beauty, you will be staying on the skirts of iconic Pendle, a hill steeped in history and mystery and landmark of Lancashire.

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Downham camping barn with vehicle parking

Last-minute summer stays – brilliant for hikers, bikers, families, groups – and dogs, too!

Looking for a spontaneous summer escape? The Roost Merthyr Tydfil is the perfect last-minute getaway for adventurers, nature lovers, and anyone needing a breath of fresh air. Nestled on the edge of the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park, and just minutes from BikePark Wales, The Roost offers a peaceful base with easy access to some of South Wales’ best hiking, biking, and outdoor experiences. Whether you’re climbing Pen y Fan, tackling mountain trails, or just unwinding under the trees, you’ll find everything you need for a refreshing break.

And, there is still some cabin availability for July/August but it’s filling up fast.

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Accommodation on the Yoredale Way in the market town of Hawes.

The Hostel at Hawes (YHA Hawes) provides private rooms in a range of sizes, along with a drying room, self-catering kitchen, dining room, and a comfortable lounge with a bar. If you’re not in the mood to cook, you can book breakfast and evening meals, or head out to enjoy the pubs and restaurants of Hawes.

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photo showing hostel at Hawes from the outside

Great value family holidays in North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire offers a rich variety of attractions — from stunning coastal towns and picturesque villages to historic landmarks and breathtaking natural scenery. Nestled in the heart of the North York Moors National Park, Cote Ghyll Mill provides luxury family rooms featuring a mix of double and single beds, ideal for families of all sizes. The Mill is spacious and welcoming, with breakfast included and delicious meals available. Set within large grounds complete with a stream and woodland, it’s perfect for paddling and exploring. Surrounded by idyllic countryside, the Mill also offers easy access to scenic walking and cycling trails.

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family eating at cote ghyll mill

Walking the Yoredale way?

At the northern end of the scenic Yoredale Way- stretching from York to Kirkby Stephen. Kirkby Stephen Hostel is the perfect place to rest, recharge and celebrate finishing this stunning 73 mile journey. We have comfy beds, hot showers, self catering kitchen, drying rooms and secure kit storage. Book a stay and finish/start your Yoredale adventure the right way.

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Wild Swimming in the River Dee

The River Dee in Llangollen is a fantastic spot for wild swimming, with highlights including the Llangollen Rock Pools and the beautiful Horseshoe Falls. While swimming near Llangollen Bridge isn’t recommended, the Horseshoe Falls—just upstream near the weir—are absolutely glorious! After your refreshing dip, head back to the hostel and unwind in the cosy lounge by the log fire. We’ve got private rooms and great shared spaces, including a self-catering kitchen, book exchange, free WiFi, loads of games, laundry facilities, a drying room, and secure storage for bikes and canoes.

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Llangollen a start point for corwen walking festivals 1st sept walk

Three Superb Wild Swimming Spots Near the Remote Dolgoch Hostel

Wolf’s Leap – The most renowned of the three, this deep pool lies about 4 miles from Dolgoch along the Abergwesyn road. It features a striking narrow rock channel that leads to a picturesque waterfall — perfect for adventurous swimmers. Wash Pool – Located 8 miles away on the road to Llanwrtyd, this is a spacious, open pool with a waterfall at one end, offering a refreshing and scenic swim. Nant y Ffrwd – Around 4 miles towards Tregaron, near the iconic red phone box, this hidden gem offers a tranquil pool fed by a charming waterfall, ideal for a quiet dip.

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Nant y ffrwd wild swimming location in the cambrian mountains

Convenient bike and passenger transport directly from the Hebridean Way.

If you are walking or cycling The Hebridean Way and are looking for affordable and comfortable accommodation between Scaladale and Stornoway, come and enjoy the highly rated facilities at Ravenspoint which include our self-service coffee and cake with a view, shop with post office, museum and archive. There are good public transport links to help you connect to the long-distance route. A bus (W9) runs daily to Ravenspoint (and the rest of Pairc) from South Lochs Turn (in Balallan on the Heb Way route) leaving at 14.40 and 18.25. These buses can take bikes and it’s only a 7-minute journey. 3 buses leave Ravenspoint each morning between 7am and 10am to rejoin the main Hebridean Way route.

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Affordable Fun for a Family of Four

So you cant agree on what to do this summer, is it hiking, climbing, mountain biking, paddle boarding or just an ice cream as you watch the donkies on the beach? A family of four can often have fifty different preferences and that used to make choosing a holiday a big challenge but not at Bunkorama Barmouth where all the options are on your doorstep. Outdoor activities such as walking and rock climbing are all around and Barmouth with its fun bucket and spade atmosphere is easily accessible. We can point you towards places to eat out, friends who will take you paddle boarding or even mountain biking or even the best choice for a narrow gauge steam railway.

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Stay, Swim, and Explore from Elterwater Hostel

Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, Elterwater Hostel is the perfect base for anyone keen to explore the area’s stunning wild swimming spots. Just two minutes from our door, the crystal-clear waters of Great Langdale Beck offer a refreshing dip after a day on the fells. For those wanting to venture further, Stickle Tarn and Blea Tarn provide dramatic mountain backdrops for an unforgettable swim, while the gentle shores of Grasmere and Rydal Water promise scenic, more leisurely bathing.

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Wild Swimming at Seahouses

Seahouses Beach is an EU designated bathing beaches (one of 5 in Northumberland) and home to the Seahouses Wild Swimmers group. Located in Seahouses with an easy walk to St Aidan’s beach. The Hides provide affordable accommodation perfect for groups, families or independent travellers. Each Hide is an en-suite room sleeping 4 in beds & bunks. The rooms open onto a communal courtyard with access to the well equipped self-catering kitchen, equipment storage & drying room.

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Newton Beach ideal for wild swimming near The Hides