Leave the planning to us. Everything you need for your next group adventure is ready assembled on an all-inclusive PGL break. Simply pick a PGL centre, choose a date and we’ll help you with the rest.
PGL IS THE HOME OF ADVENTURE
We’re the UK’s leading provider of outdoor adventure. Since 1957 we’ve enriched the lives of millions of young people. Our residential breaks are bursting with exciting activities to discover, from ziplining, kayaking, high ropes and archery. Perfect for groups looking to have fun, make discoveries and create unforgettable memories together.
Group adventure trips made simple!
Plan your stress-free Group residential trip with PGL. Also with our One Price Promise, you can wave goodbye to hidden fees or sneaky surcharges, because what we quote is what you pay. Plus Return and Save, makes it easy to save on additional adventures.
Enjoy a fun-filled programme of varied, adventurous activities – we provide the equipment and specialist instructors to run thrilling, safe and insured sessions with your group.
With centres across the England, Scotland and even France, adventure is never far away.
No more battling with tents and camp beds, we’ll provide clean, comfy and cosy accommodation for a peaceful night’s sleep, and special rooms for leaders too… that’s one less thing to worry about!
Complex dietary requirements? No problem! Our dedicated catering team provide three delicious meals per day, and our fussy eater guarantee means that no-one ever goes hungry.
We’ll take care of the admin. Ready-prepared risk assessments, insurance, equipment, safety and we’ll even handle the cleaning up!
Enjoy a fun-filled programme of varied, adventurous activities – we provide the equipment and specialist instructors to run thrilling, safe and insured sessions with your group.
With centres across England, Scotland and even France, adventure is never far away.
We’ll take care of the admin. Ready-prepared risk assessments, insurance, equipment, safety and we’ll even handle the cleaning up!
No more battling with tents and camp beds, we’ll provide clean, comfy and cosy accommodation for a peaceful night’s sleep, and special rooms for leaders too… that’s one less thing to worry about!dedicated catering team provide three delicious meals per day, and our fussy eater guarantee means that no-one ever goes hungry.
Complex dietary requirements? No problem! Our dedicated catering team provide three delicious meals per day, and our fussy eater guarantee means that no-one ever goes hungry.
PGL we’re committed to providing absolute clarity on pricing. With our One Price Promise, wave goodbye to hidden fees or sneaky surcharges, because what we quote, is what you pay. Your price includes everything from the moment you arrive at the centre. Enjoy PGL’s gold standard in activities, accommodation, equipment, instruction and food for your trip.
‘Return & Save’ with our brand new loyalty scheme. The more often you return to PGL, the more money you save – up to 5% off the total value of your booking. It’s another brilliant reason to come back to PGL, next year and every year.
Choose your group
Select your group, explore our stunning locations and discover our range of exciting programmes specially designed for epic group adventure trips.
Girlguiding
Girlguiding
Get ready for an epic weekend of fun and adventure at a Brownies and Guides residential trip
Faith Groups
Faith Groups
Experience a weekend of true adventure on a faith group residential trip!
Health & Support Groups
Scouts
Scouts
Earn badges, try new activities, and have epic adventures at a Scouts and Cubs residential trip!
Youth Clubs & Trusts
Youth Clubs & Trusts
Enjoy a weekend of thrilling activities and exciting adventures on a Youth Club and Trust residential trip!
Other Uniform
Sports Clubs
Sports Clubs
Kids can dive straight into their favourite sports on a sports club residential trip with PGL!
Choose your Group adventure
From weekend adventures, bringing together the best of PGL’s Multi-activities, to our Paris and Disneyland Paris trips, PGL has an adventure for every group.
Multi-Activity
Our most popular multi-activity course. We pack so much into each day, it’ll be an outdoor learning experience they’ll never forget.
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Ardèche Adventure
Enjoy the river trip of a lifetime with your group and experience this beautiful part of France from your canoe as you paddle through the crystal clear waters.
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Brownie Takeover Weekends
Weekends just for Brownies, developed in partnership with Girlguiding
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French Package
Spark inspiration through and unforgettable experience of France, its language and its culture.
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French Tailor made
Build your perfect itinerary of French excursions with the help of our team for truly personal French experience.
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Multi-Activity Weekend Breaks
The best of PGL Multi-Activity for Group Adventures. 48hrs of non stop excitement, perfect for weekends and short breaks.
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Paris and Disneyland Paris
Explore the sights and sounds of Paris with a packed PGL itinerary, tailored for your group. Then, add that extra bit of magic to your trip with a visit to Disneyland® Paris.
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Paris Christmas Markets
Enjoy the excitement of the traditional Parisian markets at Christmas.
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Venue Hire
Planning an event of your own? Use one of our centres for great value accommodation and facilities, plus a wide range of optional activities.
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Why book with PGL?
#1 in outdoor educational trips
Industry experts in care & safety
Options for all budgets
All activities & instruction included
Age relevant programmes
Dedicated PGL ‘Groupie’ to support you
Testimonials
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Residential Group Trip FAQs
What groups do you offer residential trips for?
We offer group residential trips for the following:
- Brownies
- Guides
- Scouts
- Cubs
- Cadets
- Brigades
- Health & Support Groups
- Youth Clubs & Trusts
- Sports Clubs
- Faith Groups
And more! Get in touch with your unique requirements
What are the benefits of residential trips for groups?
Residential trips for groups offer a variety of benefits, including boosting teamwork, enhancing communication, and building confidence through shared adventures. Plus, these group activity trips offer unique opportunities for fun and learning while fostering lasting friendships, ensuring everyone returns with new skills and unforgettable memories!
What’s included in your group adventure trips?
When you book a group adventure trip with PGL, accommodation, activities, equipment, food and drinks, are all included in the per person price. What’s more there’s a free leader place for every 8 children in your group! No hidden fees whatsoever!
What activities can my group do?
We have a superb selection of outdoor group activities, led by our expert instructors, based on land and water!
With over 40+ activities to try which you can’t readily get elsewhere – plus we’re constantly improving – we’re the only outdoor activity provider to have invested in new activities AND new centres over the last year. Here are just some of the many we have available:
- Abseiling
- Aqua Park
- Archery
- Bodyboarding
- Canoeing
- Climbing
- Disc Golf
- Fencing
- High Ropes Course
- Orienteering
- Raft Building
- Survivor
- Zip Wire
Are PGL activities safe?
We’re always safety-focused at PGL – as a founder member of BAPA (British Activity Providers Association) and a licence holder for activities in scope of AALA (Adventure Activities Licensing Authority) regulations. All of our canoeing activities at our centres are Paddle UK approved, and all of our sailing centres are recognised RYA (Royal Yachting Association) teaching establishments.
You’ll also have your very own PGL instructor supporting your group in every activity they do, making sure safety rules are followed and that everything runs smoothly! Each PGL centre has a dedicated SENCO team, Safeguarding Leads & Welfare Officers with all staff members undertaking enhanced DBS checks & safeguarding training, all overseen by our Head of Safeguarding, working across all PGL centres.
To find out more, see our safety standards, risk assessment information, and Code of Practice.
Where are your centre locations for group activity trips?
We have UK and overseas PGL centres, covering the North & Scotland, Central, the South East, South West and France. Our locations available for adventure group trips include:
- Dalguise, Perthshire
- Ford Castle, Northumberland
- Newby Wiske Hall, North Yorkshire
- Winmarleigh Hall, Lancashire
- Boreatton Park, Shropshire
- Caythorpe Court, Lincolnshire
- Liddington, Wiltshire
- Bawdsey Manor, Suffolk
- Little Canada, Isle of Wight
- Marchants Hill, Surrey
- Windmill Hill, East Sussex
- Barton Hall, Devon
- Osmington Bay, Dorset
- Chateau de Grande Romaine, Paris (France)
- Domaine de Segries, Ardeche (France)
What’s the residential accommodation like for groups?
Residential accommodation for groups is clean, comfy, and cosy, ensuring a peaceful night’s sleep, without the hassle of tents or camp beds. We also provide en suite rooms for leaders, so you can relax and focus on enjoying the trip without any extra worries!
