Residential Centres
We recommend our top 5 local residential centres
St Georges House Christian Out door Centre
St Georges house is ideally set on the north Devon coast
a stones throw from Croyde Bay. The accommodation is in
an old converted rectory and the wide range of activities on
offer are second to none. The activities are all carried out by
qualified instructors and the centre is licensed by the AALA.
If you want sea, sand surf and sometimes sun you won’t find
better than St Georges House
Contact details St George’s House, Georgeham North Devon EX33 1JN.
Tel 01271 890755 www.sghdevon.org
Weycroft Hall also Known as the TASK Centre
This beautiful old house and barn set in the Axminster country side
is a brilliant place to take children and young people. it is close to
Lyme Regis and has loads of space for children and young people
to run around and let off energy along side space to reflect and be
close to nature. It is run by a group of really friendly and helpful staff
who are able to offer a variety of sessions if required.
The diocese has been able to work out a fantastic rate for weekend
residentials where food and accommodation is provided at an affordable
and accessible cost those in Bath and wells get a 10% discount
Contact details Weycroft Hall (TASK centre) Axminster Devon EX13 7LL
Tel 01297 630100
Web site www.task-centre.org.uk
Great Wood
Great Wood is a residential activity centre owned by Scripture Union,
situated in the Quantock Hills near Nether Stowey. The site is set in
a secluded valley next to a stream, and is surrounded by spectacular
scenery. The site itself offers many facilities and a large field for running
around in and playing games and the accommodation is in cosy wood
cabins, If you are interested in doing a residential in a unique and special
place, then great wood may be just the place you are looking for.
Contact details:
Tel: 01278 733009
www.greatwood.org.uk/ or
www.scriptureunion.org.uk/SU_Core/Holidays/FindaHoliday/GreatWood
Dulverton Residential Centre
Dulverton Residential Centre is owned by the diocese of Clifton
and is situated close to the beautiful River Barle in Exmoor.
It is simple and basic but well equipped. It sleeps up to 24
young people in three dorms and there are separate rooms
for the leaders. for information and booking contact:
The Rev. Robert Miller, 2 High Street Dulvertyon Somerset TA22 9HB
tel 01398 324217
Hill House
Hill House is tucked away near the coast in Somerset
not far from Hinckley Point. They offer a range of activities
if you require them and accommodation for up to 97.
It is peaceful, welcoming good value, there are also loads of
country walks. You can go self catered or catered for you decide.
Contact details: Hill House Christian Centre, Otterhampton,
Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 2PT
0845 4089436
www.hillhouse.org.uk
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