Ford Castle is a Medieval castle set in the rolling countryside of Northumberland, with exciting activities hidden within the grounds. We provide group activity holidays for children who will adventure and explore their way into outdoor education as they enjoy activity sessions in a supportive environment with stunning scenery, where history comes to life.
BAPA member
BAPA member
BAPA is a membership trade association which sets the standard for quality, safety and value for activity centres and residential and day camp providers.
By choosing a BAPA member for your visit you are guaranteeing a BAPA Quality Experience, backed by a detailed Code of Practice that provides excellent guidance and is reviewed annually. Besides agreeing to follow these standards, BAPA members are subject to frequent inspection to ensure that theory is borne out in practice and are committed to high standards of safety, value for money and customer service. The BAPA scheme is also an approved route to both the new national Adventuremark accreditation and the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge.
The BAPA mission statement is “Assuring Quality and Safety in the Activity Industry” by:
- adopting appropriate safety standards
- opening centres to independent inspection
- promoting a commitment to ongoing staff training
- sharing pertinent information with members
- representation on appropriate national bodies
- acting as the voice of the private activity sector
Visit BAPA's website for more information
Telephone: 01746 769982
Email: info@thebapa.org.uk
Venues with this Accreditation
If you are looking for somewhere that is more like a home from home, with outdoor education programmes that are crafted with care, delivered by quality people, driven by our values of Education, Inspiration and Play; a place rooted in the rich heritage and tradition of learning outside – Great News! You have just found it.
Residential Activity Centre Specialists
JCA are specialists in providing outdoor activities for children on either school residential trips, youth group residentials, kids summer camps, junior and adult netball tournaments and family adventure holidays.
If your kids love watersports, they’ll love our Croft Farm Waterpark activity centre in the heart of the Cotswolds, near to the historic town of Tewkesbury.
Croft Farm has lots of green space for land based activities, as well as superb opportunities for a wide range of water-based fun on its own 12 acre lake and the nearby River Avon.
Wickedly Wonderful is a summer camp in the UK for children, it regularly receives top reviews in the national press, The Sunday Times and Daily Telegraph.
We offer residential summer camps during the summer and Easter holidays and skiing trips during the February half term holiday for children aged 6 to 13 years.
Multi-activity/sports day camp during all school holidays; for ages 3-13; North London; registered under The Children Act and Ofsted inspected.
Close supervision specialists in swimming, squash, tennis; with qualified teachers/lifeguards and instructors; directors have been operating camps for over 30 years, with a safety record second to none.
The magnificent site of St Helen's is the fantastic setting for one of our newer camps.
Exportise teaches a variety of sports to children of all levels using the latest coaching techniques. Our resident coaches and representatives are there to make sure that every child goes home with a sense of achievement, fun memories, a group of new friends and the desire to return. We aim to provide a friendly, personal service throughout your holiday.
Established in 1980 Britain’s most experienced summer holiday operator for children and teenagers aged 3-17 years. With a host of exciting and adventurous activities to choose from.
Exportise teaches a variety of sports to children of all levels using the latest coaching techniques. Our resident coaches and representatives are there to make sure that every child goes home with a sense of achievement, fun memories, a group of new friends and the desire to return. We aim to provide a friendly, personal service throughout your holiday.
Our Award Winning outdoor Activity Centre awaits you. All you have to do is come out and play!
Established in 1980 Britain’s most experienced summer holiday operator for children and teenagers aged 3-17 years. With a host of exciting and adventurous activities to choose from.
Established in 1980 Britain’s most experienced summer holiday operator for children and teenagers aged 3-17 years. With a host of exciting and adventurous activities to choose from.
Established in 1980 Britain’s most experienced summer holiday operator for children and teenagers aged 3-17 years. With a host of exciting and adventurous activities to choose from.
The Wye Valley Canoe Centre sits on the banks of the River Wye four miles west of Hay-on-Wye. We are located on the bridge at Glasbury and have a fleet of Canadian canoes, single kayaks and double kayaks. You can paddle for a few hours or a few days.
Established in 1980 Britain’s most experienced summer holiday operator for children and teenagers aged 3-17 years. With a host of exciting and adventurous activities to choose from.
Day camps every half term and school holiday, including specialist courses, residential bank holiday weekends and school activity days set in the heart of the Surrey Hills. London and local transport available.
We offer safe, exciting and educational holidays for young people. A place where children can meet new friends, build confidence, develop social skills and gain wonderful memories.
A place where parents and teachers can be sure their children are well cared for and are receiving high quality activities and English tuition.
Close to Torquay and within easy reach of the M5, Barton Hall offers accommodation in the main house and in en suite chalets. The impressive facilities include an indoor activity zone, heated outdoor swimming pool, lake, classrooms and ICT suites.
Learning at our outdoor education centre makes Mill on the Brue a perfect environment to inspire people. With over 40 activities to choose on our 25 acre estate, we can tailor-make your programme to suit the needs and requirements of your group.
We are situated amongst the rolling farm land of the beautiful Isle of Man. Nestling close to the base of North Barrule and only five minutes from the secluded beach at Porte Vullen the centre is perfectly situated to provide an ideal venue for groups of all ages.
Whether you want to just sit and watch the world go by or indulge in activities we have something for you at Clyne Farm.
Loch Ranza, on the Isle of Arran is PGL’s specialist Field Studies centre, catering for a wide range of courses. Ardrossan Harbour, is less than 1 hour by rail from Glasgow and the ferry crossing to Brodick takes approximately 55 minutes. Exciting outdoor activities are also available.
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