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Centre Facilities at Winmarleigh Hall
Food at Winmarleigh Hall
Enjoyable mealtimes with nutritious and tasty food.
Accommodation at Winmarleigh Hall
Main House
Main House
Accommodation Type: Dormitories – En suite
Guests: En suite rooms sleeps 2-10
Leaders: Single or twin en suite rooms
Patten House
Patten House
Accommodation Type: Dormitory
Guests: En suite rooms sleep 2-6
Leaders: Twin en suite rooms
The Stables
The Stables
Accommodation Type: Dormitory
Guests: En suite rooms sleep 2-6
Leaders: Twin or single en suite rooms
Programmes
Activities
Challenge Course
The PGL Challenge Course is legendary – it’s a well-loved and popular activity with plenty of opportunities for everyone to get involved; it can even get quite competitive sometimes! As your pupils negotiate the various obstacles that lie ahead, it’s an experience that will promote teamwork, lateral thinking, problem solving and decision-making – as well as being physically challenging too.
Traverse elements
An activity to test skills any cat would find easy! For your pupils, though, there are some thrilling challenges involved to test balance, skill and courage. After a climb to the top of a telegraph pole, individuals will need determination to tackle the series of beams and wires that lie ahead. For those watching, they’ll offer support and encouragement from the ground as they grow stronger as a team and learn to appreciate each other’s efforts.
Explore other locations nearby
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Newby by name, Newby by nature! Previously a police training centre, this historic 17th century country house opened its doors as a PGL activity centre in 2023 after a huge transformation. The centre is surrounded by beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, known for its rolling hills, lush green landscapes and scenic beauty.
Explore Newby Wiske HallNorthumberland – Ford Castle
A breathtaking castle in the rolling Northumberland countryside where old meets new... historical fortifications bursting with modern facilities and exclusive activities!
Explore Ford CastleShropshire – Boreatton Park
With 250 acres of countryside, woodland and multiple lakes, our biggest centre is one of our most popular destinations for the adventure of a lifetime.
Explore Boreatton ParkYou’re in safe hands with PGL
No risk is an acceptable level of risk, which is why we go beyond to ensure every young person is always in safe hands.
Everything we do is built on five protective pillars:
Safe People
All our staff are rigorously selected for their capabilities, DBS checked. fully trained and continually assessed to ensure they meet the highest safety standards possible.
Safe Places
Our sites and buildings are managed to reduce all possible risk before any child arrives. including segmented accommodation, secure perimeters and stringent equipment standards.
Safe Spaces
Every child is different so to make our environments as encompassing as possible every colleague is SEND trained. we offer language inclusivity and offer over-and above access for all We also operate a zero-tolerance policy on illegal practices.
Safeguarding
Trained to act as ‘first-responders’ to safeguarding red flags, PGL colleagues are versed in spotting risks (across mental health. self-harm sexual and physical wellbeing) and acting quickly to escalate any concerns or stop harmful behaviour.
Safe Travels
Every travel partner with whom we work is vetted to ensure they have strict safety management systems in place. specifically focused on travelling with young people. We also aim to ensure travel provision is adaptable to the needs of every single child.
Safe People
All our staff are rigorously selected for their capabilities, DBS checked. fully trained and continually assessed to ensure they meet the highest safety standards possible.
Safe Places
Our sites and buildings are managed to reduce all possible risk before any child arrives. including segmented accommodation, secure perimeters and stringent equipment standards.
Safe Spaces
Every child is different so to make our environments as encompassing as possible every colleague is SEND trained. we offer language inclusivity and offer over-and above access for all We also operate a zero-tolerance policy on illegal practices.
Safeguarding Trained to act as ‘first-responders’ to safeguarding red flags, PGL colleagues are versed in spotting risks (across mental health. self-harm sexual and physical wellbeing) and acting quickly to escalate any concerns or stop harmful behaviour.
Safe Travels
Every travel partner with whom we work is vetted to ensure they have strict safety management systems in place. specifically focused on travelling with young people. We also aim to ensure travel provision is adaptable to the needs of every single child.
FAQ
What kind of groups do you cater for?
At Winmarleigh Hall, we cater for a range of different groups, including:
Primary Schools
What’s included in the cost of the PGL trip?
Everything your school or group needs is included in the cost of the camp at Winmarleigh Hall, with accommodation, activities, equipment, food and drinks all covered in the price per person!
What happens in the evenings?
The fun doesn’t stop after the day’s activities! After dinner, our evening entertainment programme will keep your class or group amused until it’s time for bed. We’ve got discos, campfires, quizzes and loads more! We want to create a schedule perfect for your group, so if you have anything in particular then just let us know and we’ll do our best to plan it into your group’s itinerary!
What should I pack for my child's overnight stay?
There are a few essentials that we recommend you pack for your child. Plus, at Winmarleigh Hall our lake is great for water activities, so prepare for that! For a full list of what your child should bring, see our packing guide.
- Tops/t-shirts (for daily adventure activities)
- Trousers/leggings (for daily adventure activities)
- Swimwear (for the epic water activities on our lake)
- Sports kit (for sports teams and sports activities)
- Evening clothes (for discos, quizzes, evening games and more)
- Towels
- Toiletries
Does my child need waterproofs for their residential trip?
Yes, it’s important to pack some waterproofs just in case it begins to rain while we’re all enjoying the outdoors. No matter the weather, your child will most likely be taking part in our adventurous activities. We don’t stop for rain! So, bringing waterproof clothing is great for keeping dry.
Does my child need to bring money?
They don’t have to bring any money, but if they’d like to buy a souvenir from our gift shop, then we suggest £10 per child in cash or a pre-paid card is enough to spend at our shop. We have lots of goodies available, including capes, mugs, pens, teddy bears, t-shirts and more! We even have a uniformed group badge to let everyone know that your child has visited PGL with their unit.
Can I contact my child during their camp stay?
Yes, no problem. Your child can bring their own mobile phone for use during free time (highlighted in our Mobile Phone Policy). Or, if they’re not bringing a phone then they can ask a member of the PGL team and let them know that they’d like to call home, and they’ll get that organised. You can also get in contact with the Winmarleigh Hall centre if you need to speak to your child, or through contacts provided by your child’s group leader.
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
Yes, we do. If your child or anybody in your group has specific dietary requirements, just let us know when you book and we’ll make sure they’re catered for. Whether the reason is for religious, cultural or medical reasons, we can provide tasty meals for all guests at Winmarleigh Hall. We regularly provide meals for coeliacs, diabetics, guests with food allergies and vegetarians/vegans.
What safety measures are in place at Winmarleigh Hall?
We have a huge emphasis on safety, starting with the recruitment of our staff and continuing through to all of our activities. As a founder member of BAPA (British Activity Providers Association) and a licence holder for activities in scope of AALA (Adventure Activities Licencing Authority) regulations, we make safety our priority.
A risk assessment has also been carried out at Winmarleigh Hall, with risks being outlined and managed. The risk assessment covers the grounds of Winmarleigh Hall, as well as all of the activities available at the centre.
Our Activity Instructors are experts in their area, trained and assessed both in-house and by external assessors. They’ll be there during every activity to make sure they’re completed safely and correctly.
New staff complete a comprehensive induction and job specific training followed by regular observations, feedback, reviews and assessments.