2016 PGL Outdoor Education for Secondary Schools

At PGL Centres in the UK, France & Spain

Outdoor Educationfor Secondary Schools

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2 Introduction 4 Bring learning to life 6 Making the right choice 8 Our activities 10 Our courses24 Our centres44 Party Leader information

To realise the inside go outsideMore than just a school trip.There’s something inspiring about being outdoors.It’s an environment that can both soothe and stimulate;it changes perspectives and widens horizons.

And here at PGL we make the outdoors even more special.

For your students, PGL is about meeting challenges head-on; workingas a team; having fun; increasing confi dence; being themselves.It’s a chance to develop self-belief. It’s about learning that they can.

And for you?

We’ll help you make a difference.

We’ll take the classroom outside for a learning experience like no other.We’ll help raise their aspirations, support their achievement.

So bring your students outside – and out of themselves – with us.Because a PGL experience is more than just a school trip...

...it’s a journey of discovery.

Call 0844 371 1220 or visit www.pgl.co.uk2

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Bring learningto lifeGetting out there is a great way for your students to learn - and a PGL course is a great way to help them to do it.A PGL adventure course will nurture and challenge your students; bringing out the best in them and realising the potential in each individual to reach higher and achieve more.

All our courses are tailored to the requirements of your students and linked to your curriculum, so you get the maximum benefi t from your trip. From adventure in the UK, France and Spain, to dance workshops and netball tournaments, all our courses off er meaningful learning opportunities with genuine outcomes.

Choose your course - choose your adventure.

Multi-ActivityAdventure activities bring out the best in students, giving them a sense of achievement, improving fi tness and self-confi dence, and motivating them to succeed back in the classroom as well.

Personal Development Adventure activities provide the basis of our Personal Development course, designed to give students the confi dence to meet the challenges which arise at signifi cant points in their school career.

Sports WeekendsFootball coaching, dance and cheerleading workshops, and netball tournaments combine with exciting adventure activities to create a unique programme of teambuilding, skill development and fun.

Adventure in France & SpainFor the ultimate challenge, our Adventure and Watersports courses in the south of France and Spain off er exhilarating, once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Whatever course you choose, we’ll help you bring learning to life and you’ll bring back students with newfound belief in their abilities, an enthusiasm for learning and the confi dence to succeed.

All PGL centres have been approved and awarded the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge.

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The students enjoyed every minute. Staff were always available to help and provided the students with a wide range of learning experiences.North Cambridge Academy

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provided the students with a wide range

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Making the right choiceGetting the most out of your school trip means choosing a provider who will support you and your students from the word go.You’ll want learning opportunities for your students which are curriculum-linked, with meaningful outcomes; plus a safe, secure and friendly environment with comfortable accommodation and plenty of good quality food.

You’ll also want highly-trained centre staff who encourage and motivate your students to succeed and who take some of the responsibility off your shoulders and give you the chance to relax and enjoy the trip as well.

PGL provides all this - and so much more.

◾ more centres - so there’s probably one not far from you

◾ more activities - so your students get more of the action

◾ more courses - so your students have more opportunities to learn

◾ more for your money - fl exible durations and accommodation options make your money go further

Making it easy for youWhen you book a PGL trip you’ll enjoy the full support of our dedicated customer care team. They’ll ensure you have everything you need at each stage and answer any questions you may have.

Once you arrive at a PGL centre, our trained team will ensure you feel relaxed and at home. A PGL “Groupie” will be assigned to your group to look after you for the duration of your stay.

All adventure activities, equipment, instruction, food and accommodation are included in the cost of your trip, and if you’re new to PGL, you can get a taste of the PGL experience on one of our free teacher preview weekends.

Making the right choice for your next school trip couldn’t be easier.

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It was great seeing the students trying new activities for the first time, conquering their nerves, having fun and being proud of their achievements.Glyne Gap School

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conquering their nerves, having fun and

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Aim higherachieve moreAdventures that keep spirits fl ying high. Engagement is what we do best.And learning through adventure is what we’re all about.

There are adventures on land and water;adventures at home and abroad.Adventures which rely on personal courage;adventures which need a head for heights;adventures that require teamwork, cooperation and leadership.

There are lots of chances to get very, very wet.

There are adrenalin rushes; muddy challenges; initiative exercises requiring thought and care.

All designed to motivate, build confi dence and encourage development in more ways than one.

In the UK, there’s a choice of over 50 diff erent adventure activities, all led by skilled instructors who will help your students make the most of the challenges and opportunities each activity presents.

But that’s not all. Widen their horizons further with our Overseas Programme in France and Spain.

Take on a new environment – explore the rivers and the sea; learn new skills with trained instructors; gain qualifi cations to take home.

But the real value, whether at home or abroad, is in the memories, confi dence and newfound enthusiasm they’ll bring back.

It’s all that learning that happened when they weren’t even thinking about it.

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The activities really motivated students to challenge themselves - this was excellent.Broadwater School

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The activities really motivated students to challenge

”The activities really motivated students to challenge



Abseiling Aeroball

All Aboard Aquafun Archery

Banana Boat Beach/Coastal Walk

Blokarting BMX Bodyboarding

Burn Walk Canoeing Canyoning

Catamaran Sailing Cat Walk

Caving Cèze Valley Trek Challenge Course

Circus Skills Climbing

Crate Challenge Dinghy Sailing

Dragon Boating Dry Slope Skiing Eco Trail

Excursion Fencing First Aid Forest Trail

Giant Swing High Ropes Course

Hiking History Trail Jacob’s Ladder

Kayaking Keelboat Sailing Kite Flying

Low Level Ropes Course MatrixMountain Biking Nature Trail Orienteering

Pony Trekking Pop Mobility Powerfan®

Problem Solving Quad Biking Raft Building

Rifl e Shooting River BivouacSensory Trail Sequoia Scramble

Sit-on Kayaks Sports and Team Games

Snorkelling Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Street Surfi ng Surfi ng Survivor

Team Challenge Trapeze Tree Climb

Treetop Study Trail Tunnel Trail

Ultimate Frisbee Vertical Challenge

Volleyball Windsurfi ng Zip Wire

Our motivating, challenging and fun activities

Visit the centre web pages to see our activities in action, with detailed descriptions, photos and videos.

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Through adventure we inspire Multi-Activity. Because there’s more than one way to deliver a transformational experience.

For young people it’s about digging deep. Finding the courage to jump, to climb, to take a step into the unknown. It’s learning to give and receive support. Strengthen friendships. Grow.

They will want to be part of the experience. Have the freedom to mature a little. Be more than they are inside the classroom.

They’ll leave with memories of a trip that made a difference. The difference that helped develop engaged, motivated students, eager to learn.

So how does it work?We have a huge range of activities on land and water for you to choose from. And we design a fl exible programme to meet the specifi c needs of your group.

Each day is packed with adventure to excite, inspire and build confi dence, bringing a different dimension to the learning experience.

There are four, one-and-a-half hour sessions each day with different activities to keep everyone engaged. You can watch your high fl iers on the zip wire, see who braves the trapeze or help your students build a raft to race across the lake.

And after your action-packed day, there’s even more to come.

We’ll create and run a tailored evening programme to round off their day. Whether it’s ‘passport to the world’, ‘capture the fl ag’, or ‘grand designs’, our unmissable evening ‘ents’ are guaranteed to keep you and your students busy and happy!

Multi-Activity

This course is available atAll centres UK 26-39

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Fri-Sun from £79 +VAT

Mon-Fri from £149 +VAT

A typical week on this course

15.30-17.00Arrive and unpack

Depart centre

Evening EntertainmentCapture the Flag

Evening EntertainmentGrand Designs

Evening EntertainmentScrapheap Challenge

Evening EntertainmentDisco

Day 1 Day 3Day 2 Day 4 Day 5

09.00-10.30High Ropes Course

09.00-10.30Giant Swing

09.00-10.30Archery

09.00-10.30Climbing

14.00-15.30Abseiling

14.00-17.00Canoeing

14.00-17.00Raft Building

10.30-12.00Quad Biking

10.30-12.00Zip Wire

10.30-12.00Low Level Ropes Course

10.30-12.00Tunnel Trail

15.30-17.00Jacob’s Ladder

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It was a fantastic trip. The group bonded really quickly and had so much fun. The pupils threw themselves into all the activities and I think this was due to the enthusiasm of the instructors and the confidence they gave them. Blossom House School

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Growing up with confi dence Solving problems, coping with new situations and environments, taking decisions and making new friends; how best to help students deal with the challenges which arise during their school career?

A PGL Personal Development course is an ideal vehicle for year group bonding, encouraging each individual to meet different challenges head-on, assess situations and make decisions, while supporting each other, building trust and forging stronger relationships within the group and with you, their teacher.

Your students will discover new strengths and skills: some which they never knew they had. They’ll also improve their confi dence by overcoming challenges and pushing their boundaries.

By stepping outside their comfort zone, under the watchful eyes of our trained instructors, they’ll fi nd new friendships, new areas in common with their peers and a renewed confi dence in themselves: all of which will have a positive effect back in the classroom.

So how does it work? Using adventure activities to stimulate learning and growth, our Personal Development courses are supported by trained PGL

instructors who tailor the adventure sessions to meet your objectives.Thought-provoking workbooks and discussion opportunities, plus a “plan-do-review” approach help your students assess and understand what they’ve learnt – the connections, the insights, and the impact it has on their own behaviour.

Our Personal Development courses are ideal for single classes or for whole year groups, getting a new school year or term off to a motivating and inspiring start!

PersonalDevelopment

This course is available atMarchants Hill Surrey 26

Little Canada Isle of Wight 28

Osmington Bay Dorset 29

Barton Hall Devon 30

Liddington Wiltshire 32

Boreatton Park Shropshire 33

Caythorpe Court Lincolnshire 36

Winmarleigh Hall Lancashire 37

Dalguise Perthshire 38

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A typical week on this course


Depart centre

Evening EntertainmentQuiz

Evening EntertainmentCapture the Flag

Evening EntertainmentPassport to the World


Day 1 Day 3Day 2 Day 4 Day 5

09.00-10.30Archery

09.00-10.30 - Problem solvingHigh Ropes Course

09.00-10.30 - Cooperation & trust Jacob’s Ladder

09.00-10.30 - TrustAbseiling

14.00-17.00Kayaking/Canoeing

14.00-15.30Fencing

14.00-17.00 -WorkingtogetherRaft Building

10.30-12.00 - ResourcefulnessOrienteering

10.30-12.00Challenge Course

10.30-12.00Trapeze

10.30-12.00Climbing

15.30-17.00Zip Wire

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Review Session Review Session Review Session


Mon-Fri from £154 +VAT

Depart centre

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Personal development courses are open to all secondary year groups and are tailored to meet your specifi c requirements.

Key Themes◾ Working together◾ Problem solving◾ Leadership◾ Self-reliance◾ Meeting challenges◾ Setting and achieving objectives◾ Respect◾ Motivation◾ Friendship

Learning Outcomes◾ Year group bonding◾ Increased trust and respect◾ Improved motivation◾ Better relationships and cooperation◾ Increased confi dence and resilience◾ Self-belief◾ Emotional well-being◾ Taking responsibility◾ Increased appetite for learning

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When teamwork is your goal Raise the morale, teamwork, fi tness and enthusiasm of your netball players with a PGL netball weekend.

First of all, it’s a weekend of plenty of match experience, offi ciated by England Netball, designed to improve skills and technique. But there’s much more to it than that.

There are adventure activities to help build confi dence, teamwork and engagement. And in the evenings there are activities providing fun and involvement for everyone. And on the fi nal day there are medal and trophy presentations and the chance to meet a member of the England Netball team.

Bring back happy girls; girls with a strong team identity. Better players altogether.

So how does it work?The TournamentAt the heart of your weekend programme is the netball tournament, designed for girls in years 7-11 (S1-S5). The schedule of games allows each team maximum match experience possible, the chance to compete against other schools and also the opportunity to learn from watching other teams play.

AdventureOur adventure activity sessions encourage your team members to face different challenges than those on the court. Challenges designed to help develop better support, encouragement, teamwork and communication skills.

The EveningsTo complement your daytime exertions, PGL’s unmissable and busy programme of evening activities adds extra teambuilding opportunities. Added value that makes all the difference.

For girls in years 7-11 (S1-S5)

NetballTournaments

This course is available atBarton Hall Devon 30

Liddington Wiltshire 32


A typical weekend on this course


Evening EntertainmentNetball Quiz / Problem Solving / Netball Shoot-out

Evening EntertainmentAmbush / Capture the Flag

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14.00-15.30Year group semi-fi nals and fi nals followed by presentations and England Netball player autographs

DinnerDepart centre

Joint Netball and Football WeekendsSave on transport costs and bring your netball and football teams to Liddington or Boreatton Park for a great weekend of match play and coaching. www.pgl.co.uk/jointweekends

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Inspiration from the top Football: our national sport; Manchester United: a world-class club; it’s a combination bound to inspire any young player, and it’s exclusive to PGL.

So, what could be better than spending a weekend training with the Manchester United Soccer Schools coaches?

There’s expert training and the chance to play in a tournament as well as the added bonus of teambuilding and leadership development with PGL adventure activities.

The coaches use the same programme as the Manchester United Academy. There’s even the chance for up to twelve of your players to be picked to attend an ‘Old Trafford Takeover’; they’ll tread the turf, play a match kitted out like a pro, get exclusive behind the scenes access to the stadium and enjoy a packed day of once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

So how does it work?The MUSS Training ProgrammeCoaching focuses on developing a range of techniques and movements as well as strong personal skills to deal with life on and off the pitch – every player is challenged to learn new skills, “the Manchester United way”.

AdventureThe adventure activities available are designed to help improve team spirit, social skills and peer support.

The EveningsPresentations and seminars, plus a coaching workshop for teachers complete the experience – and your weekend concludes with prize-giving on the fi nal day.

These weekends are open to girls and boys in years 7-9 (S1-S3).

For girls and boys in years 7-9 (S1-S3)

Manchester United Soccer Schools

This course is available atLiddington Wiltshire 32





EveningWelcome presentation PGL Activity

EveningMUSS Seminar (players) MUSS Coaching Workshop (adults)

Day 1 Day 3Day 2

09.00-12.30MUSS Coaching

14.00-17.30PGL Activity

14.00-15.30PGL Activity15.30-17.00Results and Presentations

09.00-12.30MUSS Coaching/ Tournament

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DinnerDepart centre

Joint Football and Netball WeekendsSave on transport costs and bring your football and netball teams to Liddington or Boreatton Park for a great weekend of coaching and match play. www.pgl.co.uk/jointweekends

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Day 1 Day 3Day 2

Learn it, practise it, perform itThis is your chance to give your dancers their opportunity to shine.

More traditional PE activities don’t always fi t the bill for everyone.

There will always be some who don’t engage. And then there are those who really just love to dance!

Our supportive, charismatic, professional dance instructors working in partnership with PGL, deliver a weekend of highly motivational workshops. Watch as your students become absorbed in their work; as they start out by mastering basic steps then work up to creating their very own routine.

The weekend’s work culminates with the excitement and sense of achievement when your group puts on a complete performance.

So how does it work?Learn, Practise, PerformStudents learn a variety of styles, steps and motifs, and progress by working together to devise more complex routines. The exhilaration of the fi nal performance allows them to fully appreciate their achievement and success.

AdventureComplementing the dance sessions, adventure activities help reinforce team spirit and the sense of achievement.

EveningsThere’s a full range of evening entertainment and activities to enjoy, run by our centre team.

Courses run throughout the year at selected PGL centres and are for both girls and boys in years 7–11 (S1-S5) as well as for members of after-school clubs.

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09.00-12.00Warm-up, introduction to Street Dance,FLAVA and Syncopation

14.00-15.30 Dance Workshop15.30-17.00 PGL Activity

10.30-12.00 Dance Workshop09.00-10.30 PGL Activity

14.00-17.00Rehearsal and fi nal performance

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Fitness, fun & focusCheerleading is the perfect way to engage girls and boys in PE and is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK. It’s a popular way of promoting fi tness, exercise and team spirit, not only among students who already participate in sporting activities but also those who may be less than enthusiastic about more traditional PE activities.

Our cheerleading weekends are fun, energetic and tailored according to the ability and experience of your group.

Professional coaches from the British Cheerleading Association bring their expertise and enthusiasm to create exciting, motivating and inspiring workshops which develop skills at the appropriate level. So whether your students are absolute beginners or experienced teams the BCA coaches will tailor their approach accordingly.

So how does it work?From Straddle Sits to Front FlipsFollowing an initial assessment of your group’s ability, each workshop then focusses on developing skills and progressing ability. From basic arm motions, thigh stands and straddle sits for beginners to straight basket tosses and preparation for back and front fl ips for more advanced groups, the focus is on fun, teamwork and development.

AdventureComplementing the cheerleading sessions, adventure activities such as abseiling, zip wire, climbing and trapeze help reinforce team spirit and the sense of achievement.

EveningsEnjoy a full range of evening entertainment and activities, run by our team on centre.

Cheerleading

This course is available atWindmill Hill East Sussex 27





EveningIntroduction to Cheerleading from BCA coaches


09.00-12.00Motions, posture, cheers and chants

14.00-17.00Review progress and development

14.00-15.30 PGL Activity15.30-17.00 Cheer danceand stunt work

09.00-10.30 Jumps and tumbles

10.30-12.00 PGL Activity

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www.pgl.co.uk/med

Let the sea inspire What better way to motivate, engage and reward your students than with a PGL trip to the Med?

You’ll bring back confi dent, positive students who have enjoyed a packed itinerary of watersports off stunning beaches in France or Spain; students who have benefi ted from the opportunities to learn new skills; experience a new environment; students with a real sense of their own achievement; who understand how perseverance leads to success; students who have learned to believe they can.

How does it work?All Day on the WaterEach activity session is normally scheduled for half a day. This allows students to try out two different watersports every day; they’ll use a range of craft including catamarans, Picos, windsurfers and sit-on kayaks. Some will require teamwork, others focus on individual skills,

but all come with the expert tuition of our Watersports Instructors. Your students will get the chance to learn specifi c sailing and paddling skills; qualifi cations that can contribute to GCSE and BTEC coursework.

Excursion DayMake the most of your stay with a day or two days out and about to explore and discover. Popular destinations include WaterWorld and Barcelona.

Fun-packed EveningsThe fun doesn’t stop when the day’s activities are over. Our centre teams lead evening entertainment to keep your students occupied, including a nightly disco.

MediterraneanWatersports

This course is available atMimosa Languedoc Coast 42

La Fosca Costa Brava 43

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14.15-17.15Supervised beach games

Depart(return home day 9)

Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8

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Arrive at La Fosca(depart school day 1)

Evening EntertainmentHave a Go Show

Evening EntertainmentSplash

Evening EntertainmentBeach Olympics

Evening EntertainmentRobot Wars

Evening EntertainmentShopping atPlatja d’Aro

Evening EntertainmentTalent Show

09.15-12.15Banana Boats

09.15-12.15Funboat Sailingand Pico Sailing

09.15-12.15Canoeing

09.15-17.15All day excursion to Barcelona or activity day snorkelling at Tossa de Mar

09.15-12.15Catamaran Sailingand Windsurfi ng

09.15-17.15All day excursion to WaterWorld

14.15-17.15TopperSailing

14.15-17.15Catamaran Sailing and Windsurfi ng

14.15-17.15Sit-onKayaks

14.15-17.15Funboat Sailingand Pico SailingSupervised

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Topper

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Entertainment

and Pico Sailing

DinnerEvening EntertainmentEntertainment

Kayaks

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Awards & Qualifi cationsPupils can take part in gaining the following National Governing Body (NGB) awards and qualifi cations which are often recognised by examination boards.

British Canoe Union Paddlepower Awards◾ The Paddlepower Start award provides a framework for beginners in

their fi rst sessions on the water.

◾ Paddlepower Passport takes students through four progressive levels covering Safety Awareness, Paddling Skills, Varied Experiences and Supporting Knowledge.

Royal Yachting Association – Start Sailing ◾ Students learn the key skills of dinghy sailing to achieve stage one of

this award.

British Sub-Aqua Club◾ Students complete up to seven levels to gain the Dolphin Snorkeller

qualifi cation (La Fosca only).

All PGL staff ensured that pupils got a great deal out of the week and in terms of building the confidence of particular pupils it has been invaluable. For our staff it was a real joy to see our pupils flourish and gain confidence.Banchory Academy

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www.pgl.co.uk/ardeche

The great outdoors just got greater As you paddle through crystal clear waters and take in the full impact of this beautiful part of France, it’s an awe-inspiring experience that takes learning to a whole new level.

It’s a chance to discover and explore. Gain new skills. Even the chance to gain a qualifi cation in canoeing. But beyond that, it’s the invaluable confi dence; the renewed self-belief; the passion to succeed.

Because navigating the rapids along the twists and turns of the beautiful Ardèche Gorge, under the watchful eye of our highly experienced river teams, is truly a life-changing experience.

How does it work?River AdventureTwo or three days are spent enjoying the 30km descent of the Ardèche River – camping under the stars on an overnight bivouac. After learning the basics, students set off downstream in stages, paddling in small groups, with a dedicated river team ensuring everyone gets the most from their experience. There’s even more river adventure with raft building and kayaking on the River Cèze.

Land AdventureMountain bike through the vineyards into the picturesque hills; visit the spectacular Orgnac caves, or trek along the River Cèze to discover the Cascades du Sautadet waterfalls. Or enjoy a range of exciting adventure activities in the centre grounds – all supervised by the PGL team.

An Excursion DayOut and about you’ll discover the local area and places of interest – an ideal opportunity for cross-curricular enrichment.

Optional ActivitiesKeep the adrenalin fl owing with a half day canyoning or take on the challenges of the Treetop Adventure Trail: seven graded rope adventures topped off with a mega zip wire!

Fun-packed EveningsThe fun doesn’t stop when the day’s activities are over. Our centre teams lead evening entertainment sessions for everyone to enjoy.

ArdècheAdventure

This course is available atDomaine de Segries Ardèche 40

Lou Valagran Cèze Valley 41

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Arrive at Lou Valagran (depart school day 1)

Evening EntertainmentHave a Go Show

Evening EntertainmentTalk: Get ready for the Ardèche!

Evening EntertainmentOvernight Bivvy

Evening EntertainmentRobot Wars

Evening EntertainmentTalent Show

09.15-12.15Mountain Biking

09.15-12.15Ardèche Descent– depart Salavas

09.15-12.15Ardèche Descent

09.15-21.00All day excursion to waterpark

09.15-12.15Cèze Valley Trek

09.15-12.15Raft Building

14.15-17.15Kayaking

14.15-17.15ArdècheDescent

14.15-17.15Ardèche Descent– arrive St Martin d’Ardèche

14.15-17.15Jacob’sLadder/Archery

14.15-17.15High Ropes Course

Kayaking

Evening Evening Dinner

EntertainmentEvening Entertainment

d’Ardèche

9 daycourse from £471per person


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Arrive at Segries(depart school day 1)



It was an amazing week and I am so pleased that all the students on our trip had such a brilliant time. They have learned so much more than just the skills in the activities and have had an incredible experience.Sandhurst School

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British Canoe Union Paddlepower Awards

◾ The Paddlepower Start award provides a framework for beginners in their fi rst sessions on the water.


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The best of both worlds You won’t be surprised to hear that our Two Centre Adventure is our most popular overseas course. But you’ll be amazed at just how much you can pack in to one trip.

How much your students can learn; how much they can achieve; how much they can grow – in just a week out of school. With your time split between the Ardèche and the Mediterranean, this course offers opportunities to learn new skills in stunning surroundings.

Your students can benefi t from the BCU and RYA awards; and enjoy both the river and the sea. Take in the dramatic landscape of the Ardèche and enjoy all the watersports activities on the Med. An action-packed experience, with the very best instruction. It’s a dream combination. So why wouldn’t you?

How does it work?Two LocationsChoose to visit either the Ardèche or the Mediterranean fi rst (subject to availability). You’ll spend approximately three-and-a-half days at each location, which are a three hour coach journey apart, and use the changeover day as an excursion opportunity.

Ardèche River AdventureA two to three day, 30km, canoe descent through the spectacular Ardèche Gorge; return to base at the end of each day or experience the optional overnight bivouac (subject to availability and a supplement).

Mediterranean WatersportsIn a full watersports programme, your students will learn to sail a range of craft including catamarans, windsurfers and sit-on kayaks.

Fun-packed EveningsThe day’s activities may be over, but the fun doesn’t stop there; our centre teams lead evening entertainment sessions to keep everyone busy – including a nightly disco.

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A typical Two Centre Adventure course, shorter durations available

River Day 1From Peach Orchard to Trois Eaux 4km

River Day 2From Trois Eaux to Le Mas 12km

River Day 3From Le Mas to Sauze Plage 14km


Depart for Mimosa


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Arrive at Segries(depart school day 1)

Evening Entertainment50/50

Evening EntertainmentVisit to Vallon

Evening EntertainmentPool Olympics

Evening EntertainmentGet Your Own Back

Evening EntertainmentBeach Olympics

Evening EntertainmentSuperhero Auction

09.15-16.00En-route visit, e.g. Aqualand including picnic lunch

09.15-12.15Windsurfi ng andRaft Building Port du Chichoulet

09.15-12.15Banana BoatMimosa Beach

09.15-12.15Catamarans/Kayaks Mimosa Beach

16.00-17.15Arrival atMimosa

14.15-17.15SailingMimosaBeach

14.15-17.15SnorkellingBlack Sands

14.15-17.15Climbing/AbseilingMimosa Site

This course is available atDomaine de Segries Ardèche 40

Mimosa Languedoc Coast 42

EntertainmentDepart(return

Dinner

Entertainment

Climbing/AbseilingMimosa Site

9 daycourse from £523per person





British Canoe Union Paddlepower Awards

◾ The Paddlepower Start award provides a framework for beginners in their fi rst sessions on the water.


Royal Yachting Association – Start Sailing

◾ Students learn the key skills of dinghy sailing to achieve stage one of this award.

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A cut above the rest

UK

France

Spain

Whether you’re away for a weekend, a week or longer, in the UK or in France or Spain, a little comfort goes a long way, especially after a busy day.

There’s variety: stay in purpose-built lodges, chalets, character mansion houses; or, for the ultimate outdoor experience, our tented villages are exceptional value and great fun!

There’s adventure: smaller activity groups and more adventure bases mean each individual gets more time doing the things they came to do.

There’s comfort: after an energetic day outdoors, retreat to a cosy single, twin or triple room (usually en suite), conveniently close to your group; they’ll also enjoy comfortable multi-bedded rooms.

Relax in the leaders’ lounge; enjoy complimentary tea and coffee; there’s usually a bar, a TV lounge, meeting rooms and free Wi-Fi too. And for your group, there’s plenty of outdoor space to enjoy; games and sports areas – in fact everything you’d expect, and more.

Some of our larger centres also have swimming pools and sports halls, and if you’re staying in the south of France or Spain, there are picnic areas and shaded dining facilities so you can make the most of being outdoors with your group.

And good food: all our meals are freshly cooked and accompanied by generous portions of fruit, vegetables and salad, as well as plenty of carbohydrate for energy.

So, if what you want is a centre that’s a cut above the rest, why look anywhere else?

26 Marchants Hill, Surrey 27 Windmill Hill, East Sussex 28 Little Canada, Isle of Wight 29 Osmington Bay, Dorset 30 Barton Hall, South Devon 31 Beam House, North Devon 32 Liddington, Wiltshire 33 Boreatton Park, Shropshire 34 Tregoyd House & Llwyn Filly, Brecon Beacons

35 Hillcrest, Herefordshire 36 Caythorpe Court, Lincolnshire 37 Winmarleigh Hall, Lancashire 38 Dalguise, Perthshire 39 Loch Ranza, Isle of Arran40 Domaine de Segries, Ardèche 41 Lou Valagran, Cèze Valley42 Mimosa, Languedoc Coast43 La Fosca, Costa Brava


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Courses availableMulti-Activity 10-11

Personal Development 12-13

Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery challenge course climbing eco trail fencing fi rst aid giant swing hiking jacob’s ladder low level ropes course orienteering powerfan® problem solving quad biking raft building rifl e shooting sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze zip wire

Marchants HillNr Hindhead, Surrey

When you fi rst take in the breathtaking landscape of the Devil’s Punchbowl at the edge of Marchants Hill, it’s easy to forget you’re so close to the capital.

Marchants Hill is a popular rural retreat, with plenty of open space (45 acres of it to be exact), lodge style accommodation, a lake for watersports and hiking opportunities to explore the beautiful surroundings.

A hop, skip and a jump from London

Classrooms

Common/games room

Disco/indoor area

Lake

Large playing fi eld

Shop

Sports hall

Teachers’ bar

Teachers’ lounge

Facilities

Accommodation LodgesStudents: En suite rooms sleep 6

Teachers: Single or twin en suite rooms

Bethany HouseThis converted convent provides self-contained accommodation for groups and has a capacity of 94

Students: En suite rooms sleep 4-8


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Accommodation LodgesStudents: En suite rooms sleep 5-6

Teachers: Twin en suite rooms


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Activitiesabseiling aeroball all aboard aquafun* archery bmx canoeing challenge course climbing eco trail fencing giant swing hiking** jacob’s ladder orienteering problem solving raft building rifle shooting sensory trail sports and team games trapeze tunnel trail zip wire

*May-Sept **Half-day

Windmill HillNr Hailsham, East Sussex

Take a dip in the heated outdoor pool and enjoy watching your group test their BMX skills on our purpose-built ‘rhythm’ track. Located close to the coast on the picturesque Sussex Downs, Windmill Hill is a popular destination for schools from London and surrounding areas.

There are plenty of adventure activity bases in the centre grounds plus a 2,000m2 indoor sports hall and heated outdoor pool.

On the beaten track

Classrooms

Heated outdoor swimming pool (May-Sept)

Lakes

Recreation and shop area

Seminar rooms

Sports hall

Sports pitches

Teachers’ bar

Teachers’ lounges

Facilities For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/windmillhill

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Activitiesabseiling aeroball all aboard aquafun* archery beach walk canoeing cat walk challenge course circus skills climbing** dragon boating fencing fi rst aid giant swing hiking jacob’s ladder kayaking keelboat sailing low level ropes course matrix nature trail orienteering pop mobility problem solving quad biking raft building sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze tunnel trail zip wire

*Indoor pool **Indoor and outdoor

Accommodation Log CabinsStudents: En suite rooms sleep 4-8

Teachers: Single, twin or triple en suite rooms

Woodlands HouseStudents: En suite rooms sleep 2-8

Teachers: Single or twin, mostly en suite

Classrooms

ICT facilities

Indoor Activity Zone

Indoor swimming pool

Shop

Sports hall

Teachers’ bar

Teachers’ lounge

Little CanadaNr Ryde, Isle of Wight

With its woodland log cabins on the banks of Wootton Creek, it’s easy to see how Little Canada got its name.

Originally inspired by a village in British Columbia, this picturesque centre has private access to the water, making it ideal for watersports. There’s an exciting range of land-based activities too.

A place to discover

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For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/osmington360o

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Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery beach walk climbing dragon boating* fencing first aid giant swing hiking jacob’s ladder kayaking* keelboat sailing* low level ropes course mountain biking** orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building** rifle shooting sensory trail sports and team games street surfing survivor trapeze tunnel trail zip wire

Accommodation ChaletsStudents: En suite rooms sleep 4-6

Teachers: Single or twin en suite

rooms

Classrooms

ICT facilities


Lake

Shop

Sports hall

Teachers’ bar

Teachers’ lounge

Osmington BayNr Weymouth, Dorset

It’s where “we do like to be”, and so will you and your group. Located at the heart of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site, near Weymouth, Osmington Bay has direct access to the beach which is ideal for the explorers in your group.

Any budding Olympians will also be thrilled to discover that our watersports take place at the Portland Bay Olympic venue nearby. You’ll also get a great view of the sea from the centre, and an even better one from the top of the Giant Swing...if you dare!

Beside the seaside

* May - Oct ** On or off-site

Facilities For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/osmingtonbay

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Accommodation Main House Students: En suite rooms sleep 4-10


ChaletsStudents: En suite rooms sleep 4-6




Netball Tournaments 14

Activitiesabseiling aeroball aquafun archery canoeing challenge course climbing crate challenge

dry slope skiing* fencing fi rst aid giant swing hiking jacob’s ladder low level ropes course mountain biking nature trail orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze vertical challenge zip wire

*Supplement applies

Barton HallNr Torquay, South Devon

At the heart of the English Riviera with views to Torquay, blue fl ag beaches and Dartmoor close by it’s easy to see why Barton Hall is popular with groups of all ages.

There’s a heated outdoor swimming pool, an on-site lake for watersports, and for groups wanting to get some winter sports practice, there’s even a dry ski slope!

Sea, ski and Torquay!


Lake

Meeting rooms

Outdoor heated swimming pool

Shop

Teachers’ bar

Teachers’ lounge

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Accommodation Main House Students: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 8-16, showers and toilets located close by

Teachers: Twin and triple en suite rooms


Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery blokarting bodyboarding challenge course climbing coastal walk fencing first aid high ropes course kite flying mountain biking orienteering problem solving quad biking rifle shooting sensory trail sports and team games street surfing surfing survivor trapeze zip wire

Beam HouseNr Bideford, North Devon

Here’s the place to go for surfing and bodyboarding. Near Bideford in North Devon, close to the beach and surf school at Westward Ho!, Beam House is set in a beautiful wooded valley surrounded on three sides by the River Torridge.

There are plenty of activities to enjoy in the centre grounds, while comfortable accommodation is provided in the cosy mansion house.

On the crest of a wave

Disco/communal area

Drying room

Shop

Teachers’ lounge

Facilities For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/beamhouse

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Accommodation Main BuildingStudents: En suite rooms sleep 3-6


King Edward’s HouseConverted country house within the grounds



NEW The RidgewayStudents: En suite rooms sleep 4

Teachers: Twin en suite rooms, plus 4 lounges with Wi-Fi

Activity barnClassroomsCommon roomDrying roomsFloodlit sports pitchFootball pitchesGym

LakesLecture theatresMeeting roomsNetball courtsShopTeachers’ barTeachers’ lounges



Netball Tournaments 14

Manchester United 15 Soccer Schools

Street Dance 16

Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery canoeing challenge course climbing crate challenge fencing fi rst aid giant swing jacob’s ladder mountain biking nature trail orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze treetop study trail tunnel trail vertical challenge zip wire

LiddingtonNr Swindon, Wiltshire

With acres of space to enjoy, Liddington is one of our biggest centres. Conveniently located just minutes from the M4 near Swindon, this former hotel and conference centre has been fully adapted to provide excellent accommodation and the very best in outdoor activities. Recent investment has provided the new ‘Ridgeway’ accommodation, an indoor activity barn, an extension to the dining hall, more activity bases and another lake for watersports.

There’s plenty of indoor space for social time and study while the extensive grounds feature lakes for watersports and a unique treetop study trail.

Wide open spaces

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Accommodation Mansion HouseStudents: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 6-14, showers and toilets located close byTeachers: Twin en suite rooms

LodgesStudents: En suite rooms sleep 4-6Teachers: Twin en suite rooms

TentsChalet-style tents with solid bases and frame bedsStudents: 4 per tentTeachers: 1 or 2 per tentAdjacent shower and toilet facilities

Courses availableMulti-Activity 10-11Personal Development 12-13Netball Tournaments 14Manchester United 15Soccer Schools Street Dance 16Cheerleading 17

Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery canoeing challenge course climbing eco trail fencing

giant swing high ropes course history trail horse riding & stable management* jacob’s ladder kayaking low level ropes course orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building rifle shooting sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze tunnel trail vertical challenge zip wire

*Supplement applies

Boreatton ParkNr Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Located in the beautiful Shropshire countryside, Boreatton Park is ideal for groups of all sizes. The huge 250 acre grounds offer a wide choice of activities.

There’s plenty of space to relax in, a sports hall and three lakes for watersports. What more could you want?

Spoilt for choice

ClassroomsDrying roomsFootball pitches and playing fieldsLakesMeeting rooms

Netball courtsShopSports hallsTeachers’ barTeachers’ lounges

Facilities

360o

Virtual Tour For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/boreattonpark

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Accommodation Tregoyd DormitoriesStudents: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 8-18, showers and toilets located close by

Teachers: Twin or triple en suite rooms

Llwyn Filly DormitoriesStudents: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 6-16, showers and toilets close by

Teachers: Single or twin rooms, showers and toilets located close by


Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery canoeing challenge course climbing fencing fi rst aid hiking jacob’s ladder kayaking orienteering pony trekking* problem solving quad biking raft building rifl e shooting sensory trail survivor trapeze zip wire

*Supplement applies

Tregoyd House &Llwyn Filly Nr Brecon, Powys

Tregoyd House is located in the dramatic Black Mountains, part of the Brecon Beacons National Park. You’ll love its rural, ‘away-from-it-all’ feel and the seven acres of grounds fi lled with exciting adventure activities.

Better still, you’ll enjoy the uniquely beautiful surroundings while canoeing the picturesque River Wye or doing watersports on the nearby private lake. Looking for sole occupancy? Why not stay at Llwyn Filly, a cosy converted farmhouse just 5 minutes away.

A welcome in the hillside

Tregoyd House

Common room

Indoor & outdoor games areas

Shop

Teachers’ lounge

Llwyn Filly

Games fi eld

Lake

Teachers’ lounge

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Accommodation DormitoriesStudents: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 6-16, showers and toilets located close by

Teachers: Single or twin rooms, en suite or with private facilities nearby


Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery canoeing* challenge course climbing dragon boating eco trail fencing first aid forest trail history trail kayaking low level ropes course orienteering problem solving

quad biking raft building rifle shooting sports and team games survivor trapeze zip wire

* on PGL lake or River Wye

HillcrestNr Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

Hillcrest is a former salmon fishing lodge close to the River Wye. Its relatively small size and homely atmosphere make it a popular choice with many groups.

But don’t let its size deceive you; there’s plenty of outdoor space to enjoy and lots of opportunities for your students to develop and enjoy learning new skills. Land activities take place in the centre grounds, while the River Wye and our nearby private lake are perfect for watersports.

The perfect introduction

Basketball court

Floodlit playing field

Indoor space

Students’ common room

Shop

Teachers’ lounge

Facilities For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/pglhillcrest

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Accommodation Lodges and Accommodation BlocksSingle occupancy can be requested for some blocks – subject to minimum numbers



Tented VillageChalet-style tents with solid bases and frame beds

Students: 5 per tent

Teachers: 1 or 2 per tent

Adjacent shower and toilet facilities

Classrooms

Football pitch and playing fi elds

Lake

Meeting rooms

Shop

Sports hall

Teachers’ bar

Teachers’ lounges



Street Dance 16

Cheerleading 17

Activitiesabseiling aeroball all aboard archery challenge course climbing fencing giant swing high ropes course jacob’s ladder kayaking low level ropes course

orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building rifl e shooting sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze tunnel trail vertical challenge zip wire

Caythorpe CourtNr Grantham, Lincolnshire

Caythorpe Court is perfect for groups, large or small, seeking an escape to the country. There’s a beautiful Grade II listed mansion house to enjoy, surrounded by 65 acres of grounds with lakes for watersports and all the adventure activities you’d expect from PGL.

There’s a variety of accommodation options in comfortable, three-storey buildings, lodges, and in the summer, chalet-style tents.

You can see for miles

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Accommodation Main HouseStudents: En suite rooms sleep 2-10


Drying rooms

Floodlit activity areas

Football pitch

Games rooms

Lake

Shop

Teachers’ bar

Teachers’ lounges



Winmarleigh HallNr Preston, Lancashire

Winmarleigh Hall is a great location for schools in the north west of England, offering a rural retreat in 50 acres of gardens and woodland near the Forest of Bowland.

Enjoy the many original features of this Victorian country house combined with its modern facilities. There is an on-site lake for watersports and a floodlit activity area, plus plenty of classroom space for your group to take advantage of.

A winning combination

Facilities 360o

Virtual Tour For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/winmarleighhall

Activitiesabseiling all aboard archery canoeing challenge course climbing fencing giant swing high ropes course jacob’s ladder low level ropes course orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building sensory trail survivor trapeze vertical challenge zip wire

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Accommodation The LodgesStudents: En suite rooms sleep 4-6


The StablesStudents: En suite rooms sleep 4-10


Classrooms

Indoor games areas

Lake

Meeting rooms

Shop

Sports dome

Teachers’ lounge



Activitiesabseiling archery burn walkNEW canoeing* cat walk challenge course climbing fencing giant swing hiking** jacob’s ladder mountain biking nature trail

orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building* rifl e shooting sensory trail

sequoia scramble sports and team games survivor trapeze tree climb zip wire

*Mar-Oct **Forest hike

DalguiseNr Dunkeld, Perthshire

This 18th century mansion house stands in a tranquil wooded valley fi ve miles north of Dunkeld. Beatrix Potter spent her childhood holidays here in the 19th century and is said to have found inspiration for her books from exploring the beautiful countryside nearby.

Today, features include an on-site lake and a sports dome in the grounds for indoor activities.

An inspiring highland hideaway

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Accommodation DormitoriesStudents: Rooms sleep 3-8, showers and toilets located close by

Teachers: Single or twin rooms, mostly en suite

Classrooms

Common room

Drying room

Games room

ICT facilities

Shop

Teachers’ loungeCourses availableMulti-Activity 10-11

Activitiesabseiling archery canoeing* climbing gorge walking mountain biking mountain walking orienteering raft building* shoreline safari survivor wildlife walk

*On the nearby sea loch

Loch RanzaNr Brodick, Isle of Arran

...with the sound of students enjoying the outdoors! Loch Ranza stands at the northern end of the beautiful Isle of Arran off the west coast of Scotland in the Firth of Clyde.

The landscape here is stunning and the centre itself is perfectly placed for your students to make the most of the surroundings.

The hills are alive

Facilities For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/lochranza

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Courses availableArdèche Adventure 20-21

Two Centre 22-23Adventure

Activities On-Siteall aboard archery climbing high ropes course jacob’s ladder problem solving sports and team games swimming trapeze volleyball

Activities Off -Sitecanoeing canyoning* caving excursions mountain biking river bivouac* sit-on kayaks treetop adventure*

Domaine de Segries Ardèche

A woodland glade beside a converted farmhouse provides shade for our chalets and tents deep in the heart of the Ardèche region. Domaine de Segries (known as ‘Segs’) is owned and run by PGL, and is your base for a river trip of a lifetime through the spectacular Ardèche Gorge.

Once you’re back from the river there are plenty of adventure activities at the centre to challenge and inspire, plus an outdoor swimming pool, football pitch and volleyball court.

Travel by coach or air available

Gateway to the gorge

Outdoor swimming pool

Football and volleyball pitches

Modern toilet and shower facilities

Bar and disco area

Shaded dining area

Facilities

Accommodation FarmhouseStudents: 6-10 bedded rooms with toilets and showers nearby

Teachers: Twin, en suite rooms

Tent VillageStudents: Modern tents with solid frame beds sleep 4

Teachers: 4-berth, en suite chalets with fridge and hot drink facilities. Separate toilet and shower block

Chalet VillageStudents: En suite wooden chalets sleep 4-6

Teachers: En suite 4-berth chalets with 2 bedrooms, fridge, sink and living area

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For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/segries



Accommodation Students: Purpose-built chalets sleep up to 6 students, equipped with modern comfortable bunk beds and electric lighting.

Teachers: Twin-bedded chalets with electricity, fridge and hot drinks facilities. Terrace and patio furniture

Chalet villages are positioned in well-shaded areas.

Courses availableArdèche Adventure 20-21

Activities On-Siteabseiling archery climbing jacob’s ladder problem solving sports and team games trapeze

vertical challenge volleyball

Activities Off-Sitecanoeing canyoning* excursions cèze valley trek mountain biking raft building river bivouac

sit-on kayaks treetop adventure*

Lou ValagranCèze Valley

The River Cèze flows gently past our three self-contained chalet ‘villages’ surrounded by trees. Lou Valagran is the perfect place to experience the best the Ardèche region has to offer, including the canoe descent of the spectacular Ardèche Gorge.

Waterfalls, vineyards, historic caves and picturesque hillsides are all within easy reach, or you can relax and enjoy a range of exciting adventure activities in the centre grounds.


A riverside idyll

On-site bar

Shop


Riverside recreation area with table tennis

Shaded dining area overlooking the river

Facilities

* At a supplement

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/valagran

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Courses availableMediterranean 18-19Watersports

Two Centre 22-23Adventure

Activitiesabseiling archery banana boat bodyboarding catamaran sailing climbing dinghy sailing

excursions kite fl ying problem solving raft building sit-on kayaks snorkelling

sports and team games swimming volleyball windsurfi ng

Accommodation Students: Modern tents equipped with solid frame beds, sleep 4

Teachers: 5-berth, en suite chalets with living and kitchen area and large veranda overlooking your tent village

Easy access onto a sandy and spacious beach

Indoor entertainment area with bar and terrace


Shaded dining area overlooking the grounds

MimosaLanguedoc Coast

Step outside your tent village at Mimosa and you’re practically straight onto the long, uncrowded sandy beach, where exciting, all-day programmes of watersports await you and your group at this perfectly placed coastal location.

This PGL owned and run centre features six ‘villages’ with tents and chalets, each with its own central meeting area, and a shaded dining area next to the terrace and bar.

Watersports on your doorstep

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Courses availableMediterranean 18-19Watersports

Activitiesbanana boat bodyboarding canoeing catamaran sailing dinghy sailing

excursions problem solving sit-on kayaks snorkelling sports and team games stand up paddle boarding swimming windsurfing

Accommodation Tent VillagesStudents: Modern tents equipped with solid frame beds, sleep 4

Teachers: Large, 4-berth chalet-style tents with hot drink facilities and fridge

Cabin VillageTeachers & Students: En suite cabins with 2 bedrooms sleep up to 5 with living area and front terrace

Large on-site swimming pool

PGL’s own catering and dining facilities


Site supermarket

Large restaurant with bar and disco

La FoscaCosta Brava

For a thrilling watersports programme on the Mediterranean, La Fosca is the place to be. PGL has its own section at Camping Kings, an International campsite on the Costa Brava.

Each tent village has its own central meeting area with open space and picnic benches for relaxing. In an action-packed week you’ll enjoy a range of watersports at three fantastic beaches and for a day out of the water there’s plenty to explore nearby including the ancient walled city of Girona and the Dalí museum at Figueres.

In the mood for the Med?

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Our centres are approved for use by schools like yoursWe’re supported by local authorities and governing bodies throughout the UK and every year thousands of schools choose PGL to run their curriculum-based adventure and adventure study trips.

PGL courses are linked to your curriculumAll our courses are linked to the curriculum through our unique learnlinkTM resource. Visit www.pgl.co.uk/learnlink for more information.

Our ABTA membership means you can book with confi dence PGL is a member of ABTA which means our customers benefi t from ABTA’s assistance and Code of Conduct. Many of the travel products we offer are protected in the event of the fi nancial failure of the company so please ask us about the protection which applies to your booking.

Learning Outside the ClassroomWe are an LOtC Quality Badge holder, so you can rest assured that you are booking with a reputable company which provides quality learning opportunities in a safe environment.

Comprehensive support from the PGL teamOur Customer Support Team at our Head Offi ce in Herefordshire will ensure the smooth running and coordination of your booking, from initial enquiry and planning through to completion. Our Customer Support Team will be happy to discuss any aspect of your travel plans and offer guidance and advice. Once you arrive at your PGL Centre there is a whole team of professional, trained staff dedicated to looking after you and your group.

Organising your tripOnce you’ve made a no-obligation provisional booking we’ll send you a Party Leader Booking Pack containing useful information and material to help you promote your trip in school.

Your family can come tooIn the UK we offer FREE places for Party Leaders, plus concessionary places for the Party Leader’s partner and up to two of their children, aged 16 or under, who may travel at 50% of the pupil price. The above also applies to trips to France and Spain (except during the school holidays) where the minimum number of 35 full paying passengers per coach is achieved. However, if you travel to France or Spain during the school holidays, you can bring up to three members of your family free of charge.

Concessionary places are limited to a maximum of 10% of the full paying party size and are not included when calculating free place allocations or minimum party sizes.

Party Leader informationWe want to make the process of booking and organising your trip as smooth and straightforward for you as possible. Whether you’ve booked with us before, or this is your fi rst time, our Reservations Advisors are just a phone call away and ready to help and advise. If you have any questions and cannot fi nd the answers here, please contact us directly and we’ll be delighted to help.

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Find out more

Virtual Tours Visit the centre web pages to explore our centres inside and out with our 360o virtual tours. You can take a tour of the centre, see our facilities and get a glimpse of our adventure activities in action.

LearnlinkTM

Our unique resource designed to help you relate the content of your chosen course to the requirements of your curriculum and associated regulatory bodies.www.pgl.co.uk/learnlink

Our affi liations: your peace of mindFind out which partnerships and affi liations are in place to ensure your PGL experience is the best it can be and of the highest possible standard. www.pgl.co.uk/affi liations

Teacher Guide Everything you need at your fi ngertips, from risk assessments and Codes of Practice to insurance documents, menus, itineraries and FAQs.www.pgl.co.uk/teacherguide

Organising your school trip is simple and straightforward with MyPGL where you can access your booking details, essential information, documents and presentations for parents’ evenings 24/7.www.pgl.co.uk/mypgl

MyPGL

A-Z of activities

Visit the centre web pages to see our activities in action, with detailed descriptions, photos and videos.

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Q. Do you comply with DfE safety guidelines?A. Yes, we comply with the current DfE guidance relating to the health and safety of pupils on educational visits and our safety management systems are in accordance with the National Guidance provided by the Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel.

Q. Does PGL hold the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge?A. Yes we do. The Quality Badge is awarded to providers who not only pledge to engage in high quality learning outside the classroom, but can also demonstrate its fulfi lment in practice. In accordance with the Learning Outside the Classroom quality indicators, you can be sure that at a PGL centre we:◾ have a process in place to assist users to plan the learning experience

effectively◾ provide accurate information about our offer◾ provide activities, experiences or resources which meet

learner needs◾ review the experience and act on feedback◾ meet the needs of our customers ◾ have safety management processes in place to manage

risk effectively

Q. Are your centres licensed by the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) and recognised by National Governing Bodies (NGBs)?A. Yes, canoeing at all centres is approved by the British Canoe Union (BCU). Sailing at Little Canada, Osmington Bay, Mimosa and La Fosca is run to Royal Yachting Association (RYA) recognised standards and snorkelling at Mimosa and La Fosca is approved by the British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC). We are also subject to the Adventure Activities Licensing Regulations 1996 which apply to activities taking place in potentially hazardous open environment situations. PGL has been inspected and licensed to operate the following:◾ Dalguise – Hill Walking and Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Abseiling,

Kayaking, Raft Building, Canoeing◾ Boreatton Park – Abseiling, Rock Climbing, Canoeing, Hill Walking and

Mountaineering◾ Hillcrest – Kayaking and Canoeing on Drummonds Dub Lake and the

River Wye, Dragon Boating and Raft Building on Drummonds Dub Lake

◾ Little Canada – Kayaking, Canoeing, Sailing, Dragon Boating, Raft Building

◾ Tregoyd House – Canoeing, Kayaking, Raft Building, Rock Climbing, Abseiling

◾ Osmington Bay – Kayaking, Dragon Boating, Raft Building, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Abseiling

◾ Loch Ranza – Hill Walking and Mountaineering, Abseiling, Ghyll Scrambling, Off Road Cycling, Rock Climbing, Rafting, Canoeing

Other activities cannot be licensed however we have submitted our centres to voluntary inspection by the British Activity Providers Association.

Q. Are your centres abroad licensed?A. The Adventure Activity Licensing Regulations 1996 have no legal jurisdiction overseas, but we have adopted any relevant safety principles in the operation of our French and Spanish centres, which we also subject to inspection by the British Activity Providers Association and the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom.

Q. Can you provide risk assessments?A. Yes, risk assessments of each centre are frequently reviewed and cover all aspects of our operation including our centre facilities and activities. We produce a Code of Practice document* which outlines our main policies. A summary of risk assessments is available on our website www.pgl.co.uk/ra

Q. Can Party Leaders inspect the centres for themselves?A. UK: Our UK centres offer a number of preview weekendsthroughout the year for Party Leaders who are new to PGL. Please visit www.pgl.co.uk/previews for further information.

A. France and Spain: Yes, we actively encourage preview visits to our French and Spanish centres during our operating season. We particularly encourage Party Leaders who are new to PGL to take a trip. The Party Leader and a colleague usually travel with another school party and shadow their course. Please visit www.pgl.co.uk/osapreviews for further information.

Q. How are your centre staff recruited, approved and trained to work with young people?A. This is the responsibility of a dedicated team at our UK Head Offi ce. Our Recruitment Offi cers bring a wealth of experience between them including working in roles at PGL centres and as HR professionals. This extensive knowledge ensures they are ideally equipped to select the best possible staff for jobs with PGL. The recruitment process is as follows:1. A detailed application form is received and vetted by a trained Recruitment Offi cer.2. The employee’s reference is verifi ed.3. Original qualifi cation certifi cates and the applicant’s identity are verifi ed.4. The Disclosure and Barring Service* (DBS) ‘Barred List’ is checked and an ‘Enhanced’ check is applied for.5. New applicants for Instructional and Group Leading roles are required to pass a 10 day residential selection and training course.6. Employment commences. If the enhanced DBS check results have not been received by this time, a safeguarding assessment is undertaken and employees are restricted to supervised duties only.7. Employees undergo a compulsory probationary period lasting a minimum of 2 weeks.8. Their contract is confi rmed upon receipt of the satisfactory DBS check and successfully passing the probationary period.9. Ongoing support, development training and monitoring is undertaken by Senior Staff.*Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme in ScotlandIt is not possible to check applicants from overseas via the DBS so we require an Overseas Police check from their home nation. Over 50% of staff return each year. For those eligible, we undertake a new Barred List check annually.

Safety & security FAQs

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Awards for our trainingPGL is an Approved Work Based Learning Training Provider and has accreditation with Edexcel and 1st4Sport Qualifications. Our commitment to in-house training development has been recognised by Ofsted and SkillsActive.

Q. Are all your instructors qualified?A. Where activities take place in an “open” environment, we adhere to National Governing Body (NGB) guidelines on staff qualifications, staff-to-pupil ratios and operational procedures. Where activities take place in the “closed” environment of our centre grounds, instructors will hold an NGB qualification or, in the absence of an appropriate award, will have received verified in-house training or been assessed to the satisfaction of a person appropriately qualified with the relevant NGB. We have permanent, highly qualified, senior staff who are responsible for delivering in-house training and assessment, as well as setting up courses with appropriate NGBs. In France and Spain, any local instructors employed by PGL to deliver any activities are qualified to local governing body standards.

Q. What are your Activity Operating Procedures?A. These procedures are documented in three documents – our Generic Instructing Standards (GIS), Minimum Operating Standards (MOS) and the Site Specific Operating Procedures (SSOP) for the centre.

Each instructor is trained and assessed in the fulfilment of these to the required level. We clearly define the competencies required of staff undertaking different levels of responsibility within the programme. The operating procedures conform to NGB guidelines where these are relevant to the safe conduct of the activity at the level being undertaken.

Q. Is it possible to be supplied with staff qualifications?A. Yes, the Staff Competence Matrix in our Code of Practice*indicates the level of staff competence guaranteed. The names and qualifications of all staff are available to Party Leaders during your stay.

Q. What are your staff-to-guest ratios during activity sessions?A. Our staff-to-guest ratios range from 1:1 (abseiling) to 1:24(ballsports) depending on the centre and environment where theactivities take place. Full details of all staff-to-guest ratios are detailed in our Code of Practice*.

Q. Should all participants be able to swim?A. Swimming ability should be indicated for all participants at the time of booking. Lifejackets or buoyancy aids are always worn for watersports, except for bodyboarding, surfing and snorkelling sessions, where if participants are able to swim 50 metres or more, they are not required to wear them. For all water-based activities participants must be water-confident in a lifejacket or buoyancy aid. Water-confident is defined as:◾ ability to duck head underwater.◾ confidently swim 15 metres in a lifejacket or buoyancy aid without signs

of panic.

Party Leaders are advised to check that the PGL Policy conforms to their Local Authority Guidelines. Alternative activities are available for non-water-confident participants at most centres.

Q. What specialist equipment is supplied by PGL?A. All specialist equipment is supplied by PGL and is appropriate for the size of the participating students. All equipment meets BS or CEN standards. Equipment used in our programmes is carefully selected by experts in our Purchasing Department in consultation with our technical advisors. Equipment is tested regularly and maintenance reports are closely scrutinised to ensure that high standards are consistently maintained.

Any suppliers of activities not run by PGL are contracted to provide equipment that meets CEN standards or the local relevant standard. Checks are carried out regularly by PGL to inspect suppliers’ equipment.

Q. What happens in the case of an accident or illness of one of my party?A. On PGL centres, all participants are accompanied by, or have access to, at least one person with a current nationally recognised First Aid qualification. Each of our centres has a supervised sickbay and/or medical/first aid facility. We have established good relationships with local doctors, dentists and hospitals in proximity to all our centres. Our staff are aware of procedures to be followed in dealing with an accident or emergency, but they will liaise closely with you to ensure that we comply with your wishes. Records are kept of any accidents or incidents.

Q. Who is responsible for the group’s behaviour and welfare?A. You, as Party Leader, are in loco parentis, so are ultimatelyresponsible for their behaviour and welfare. Clear handover and hand-back procedures should be followed between yourselves and our staff. Our “Code of Conduct” is included in the Code of Practice*. Our centre management is responsible for ensuring that all visiting groups adhere to this code for everyone’s comfort and enjoyment.

Q. Do you have fire drills on centre?A. On arrival all guests receive a fire safety briefing and are shown emergency exits and meeting points as well as the evacuation procedures. These will include the role of the Party Leader, who is responsible for evacuation and assembly of their party. A full fire drill including all children, teachers, party leaders and staff is available on request. For UK centres, a fire risk assessment has been completed for each centre, as required by law. Each PGL centre is also subject to a regular detailed safety audit to ensure that standards are constantly maintained. Overseas centres are subject to local inspection.

Q. Do all coaches have seatbelts?A. In line with UK law, all British coaches transporting young people under 16 years of age must be fitted with lap belts. All coaches hired by PGL in the UK conform to this requirement and Party Leaders are responsible for ensuring the belts are worn. French and Spanish coaches are not yet subject to the same rules but, excluding exceptional circumstances, the UK coach transporting PGL groups from Britain to France and Spain will normally fulfil most of the transportation required by your group whilst abroad.

Q. How many coach drivers will there be?A. In order to comply with EU regulations concerning drivers’ hours etc, there will be one driver accompanying each coach group, with feeder drivers if appropriate. All coaches travelling to Southern France and Spain have two drivers.

Q. Is my group fully insured or do I need to take outseparate insurance?A. Extensive insurance cover is included free of charge in the PGL package. It covers each child and adult for the whole period of the trip including travel to and from centre. It also covers all the adventure activities organised by PGL and includes Organiser Liability cover for up to £5 million. Full details will be supplied at the time of booking.

*The Code of Practice can be viewed and downloaded from our website, www.pgl.co.uk/cop

The air holidays and flights shown are provided by PGL Air Travel Ltd and ATOL protected by the CAA (ATOL no. 4630).

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Coach TravelOur Transport Manager selects reputable British coach companiesthroughout the UK and vets their operational procedures andvehicles to ensure that our strict high standards are maintained. Wehave contracts with more than 85 UK coach companies, all of whichhave been audited and approved to ensure they comply with ourexacting safety standards and Code of Practice.

Coach SafetyAll coaches must comply with strict UK Coaching Regulations and also our Coach Contract, including:◾ Post 2008 vehicles◾ 24 hour breakdown assistance◾ DBS check of all drivers◾ Full vehicle insurance cover ◾ The fi tting of lap belts for use by all passengers* ◾ Compliance with R66 roll-over protection

*Please note that coaches hired on the Continent are not yet subject to the same legislation,

however we always endeavour to ensure that these features are provided wherever possible.

24 Hour CareIn the unlikely event of a breakdown, we have procedures to ensure that your coach is repaired or replaced as quickly as possible. PGL emergency staff are on call 24 hours a day to ensure effective liaison with all parties – your coach company, the driver, our transport manager and you.

Coach Specifi cation(UK) Standard Coach 53 seats. Includes:◾ Lap belts ◾ Forced air ventilation◾ Radio or CD player ◾ Reclining seats◾ PA system ◾ R66 roll-over protection

(France and Spain) Executive Coach with minimum 49 seats. As standard coach plus: ◾ Onboard toilet and washroom ◾ DVD/TV system◾ Air conditioning/climate control ◾ Drinks machine

InsurancePGL prices include extensive travel insurance cover for groupsoriginating from the UK organised through travel insurance specialists Fogg Travel Insurance Services Ltd (Fogg). The policy is underwritten by Union Reiseversicherung AG (URV). Fogg and URV are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). URV is a member of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. PGL Travel Limited is an Appointed Representative of Fogg enabling us to arrange insurance cover especially tailored for our courses. Cover can be arranged for non-UK schools and groups at a supplement. Full details of the policy are available online at www.pgl.co.uk/insurance and will also be sent with your Booking Confi rmation. Please ensure you read the policy for the full terms, conditions and exclusions applicable. Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the policy may result in cover being restricted. The following is a brief synopsis of the cover:

ExcessesPlease note that there is an excess of £50 (£35 UK Trips), £100 for liability and £250 for legal advice and expenses clauses.

Travel & insurance

Cancellation/loss of deposit Up to £5,000 (£1,000 for UK trips)

Curtailment Up to £5,000 (£1,000 for UK trips)

Emergency medical expenses Up to £5m (£10,000 UK)

Personal accident cover Up to £25,000

Personal possessions Up to £1,500

Personal money Up to £500 (£200 under 18’s)

Personal liability Up to £1m

Organiser’s liability Up to £5m

Travelling in the UKIf you are travelling to a PGL centre within the UK, transport isnot included in your course price; however we will be delightedto arrange competitively priced coach travel to and from yourchosen centre or provide you with a quotation if required.We arrange standard coach travel for the majority of groupstravelling with us. We are also happy to arrange ferry crossingsfor guests travelling to our centres on the Isle of Wight andLoch Ranza on the Isle of Arran.

Travelling to France and SpainDoor-to-door transport is included in your course price, covering: ◾ Travel by executive coach to and from your chosen centre◾ All motoring tolls◾ Short sea daytime ferry crossings with P&O and DFDS Ferries

(Dover-Calais), DFDS Ferries (Dover-Dunkirk) or Eurotunnel (Folkestone-Calais)

◾ Use of coach for excursions (subject to EU drivers’ hours regulations)

Please contact us for alternative ferries, Eurostar and air travel

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Are you a first-time Party Leader, or have you done this many times before? Either way, PGL makes organising your school trip straightforward. Just follow these four simple steps...

Step 1 Contact us for a quoteCall us on 0844 371 1220 for a competitive quote and to discuss your requirements. Or visit www.pgl.co.uk/quote for an online quote and we’ll contact you with prices and availability.

Step 2 Make a no-obligation provisional bookingCall us on 0844 371 1220 to make a NO-OBLIGATION provisional booking. We will reserve your space and send you everything you need to proceed with your reservation.

Step 3 Advertise your chosen courseWe’ll send you a provisional booking pack containing your Booking Contract and a range of promotional material to help promote your trip. The pack also contains a Party Leader Booking guide which takes you through each stage of the booking, answers FAQs and provides you with tips and support.

Step 4 Confirm the bookingReturn your completed Booking Contract along with your initial deposits (see opposite). The deposit is non-refundable however it can be transferred to another party member if a replacement is found.... And we take care of the rest!Your booking arrangements will be looked after personally by a member of our experienced Customer Support Team.

How to book

Payment DetailsWe require a small deposit to confirm your booking. An interimpayment is then required 8 weeks after this initial deposit is made.

Deposits and interim payments for courses in the UK:Duration of Course Initial Deposit Interim PaymentFri – Sun £25 + VAT £35 + VAT Fri – Mon £25 + VAT £35 + VAT Mon – Wed £25 + VAT £35 + VAT Wed – Fri £25 + VAT £35 + VAT Mon – Fri £40 + VAT £60 + VAT

Deposits and interim payments for courses in France & Spain:Method of Travel Initial Deposit Interim PaymentBy Coach £50 £100 By Air £100 £125 All amounts are payable per paying passenger

Final Balance and TravelThe final balance is then payable 8 weeks prior to departure. As soon as we have received your final balance and party information, we will forward your final travel details, itinerary and luggage labels.

What’s includedUK, France & Spain◾ Full board accommodation (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Excludes day camps.◾ Adventure activity options as described◾ All activity instruction and supervision including use of specialist equipment◾ Varied evening entertainment programme◾ Services of PGL Head Office staff/centre staff as detailed◾ Generous free places for teachers and Party Leaders in the ratio of 1:8 full fare

paying students (1:10 for air travel)◾ Free Preview Visits (UK only), subsidised Preview Visits – subject to minimum

numbers (France & Spain)◾ Concessionary places for Party Leader’s family members◾ Pack of supporting material to help you promote your trip ◾ Extensive insurance cover for UK schools and groups (except day camps)◾ PGL is a member of ABTA which means our customers benefit from ABTA’s

assistance and Code of Conduct

France & Spain by coach◾ Door-to-door transport (executive coach travel with air conditioning, Dover/

Folkestone – Calais ferry crossing, including road tolls & taxes) from mainland England, Scotland and Wales, subject to minimum numbers of just 35 students ◾ 9 day tour: 7 full days and 6 nights at your chosen centre (with 2 nights’

overnight travel) ◾ Use of coach throughout your stay (subject to EU drivers’ regulations)

◾ 24-hour PGL telephone helpline whilst travelling ◾ VAT on Tour Operator’s Margins (TOMS)

France & Spain by airReturn air travel by charter or scheduled flight from London airports (quotes for

regional airports available on request)

◾ Return Overseas coach transfers◾ 7 day tour: 7 full days and 6 nights at your chosen centre ◾ 24-hour PGL telephone helpline whilst travelling◾ VAT on Tour Operator’s Margins (TOMS)

◾ Local taxes, airport taxes and security levies

What is extra in the UK◾ Travel to and from the centre ◾ Meals en route to the centre◾ Bedding* (please bring ◾ Travel and entrance fees for

own towels) excursions and off-site visits◾ Pupils’ spending money

What is extra in France & Spain◾ Entrance fees for excursions ◾ Pupils’ spending money◾ Meals en route to and from ◾ Passport fees your destination ◾ Entrance fees for excursions◾ Certificates, badges and log and off-site visits

books for BCU, RYA and BSAC ◾ Coach travel to/from UK

optional awards airport for flight groups

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1. ContractFor bookings to UK centres and to overseas centres by coach, the contract is with PGL Travel Ltd, ABTA bonded member V2683. For air groups the contract is with PGL Air Travel Ltd which is protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under ATOL 4630. The registered offi ce for both companies is at Alton Court, Penyard Lane, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5GL.PGL Travel Ltd is a Member of ABTA with membership number V2683. ABTA and ABTA members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For further information about ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street, London, SE1 9EQ Tel: 020 3117 0500 or www.abta.comA contract will only exist when we have received the required deposit and have acknowledged receipt of your completed form by the issue of our booking confi rmation. The person signing the booking form accepts the following conditions on behalf of all party members and will be our sole point of contact for correspondence. The contract between us is governed by the Law of England and Wales and any dispute will be dealt with under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of England and Wales, except if you live in Scotland, when you may choose to have the contract governed by the laws of Scotland, and any dispute dealt with in the Scottish Courts.

2. Financial SecurityFor bookings to UK centres and to overseas centres by coach, PGL Travel Ltd holds a bond with ABTA. This arrangement means your money will be refunded or you will be brought back to the UK (where your contracted arrangements include return travel to the UK) if already abroad in the unlikely event of our being unable to provide your holiday due to our insolvency. PGL Air Travel Limited holds an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) (ATOL number 4630). This means the bookings inclusive of air travel are ATOL protected. We, or the suppliers identifi ed on your ATOL Certifi cate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certifi cate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk

If we, or the suppliers identifi ed on your ATOL certifi cate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefi t on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefi t you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable).You also agree that any such

claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.

3. Deposits Before a booking can be considered fi rm, the Party Leader must sign our booking form and forward the initial deposit for each paying member of the party. This deposit is not refundable, unless under the terms of our insurance cover. Please make cheques payable to PGL Travel Ltd. or PGL Air Travel Ltd. if travelling by air.For UK schools and groups, insurance cover is included and commences when the deposit payment is received. Insurance cover can be arranged for non-UK schools and groups at a supplement.

4. Payment We require an interim payment to be paid not more than 8 weeks after the due date of the initial deposit. The fi nal balance must be settled no later than 8 weeks prior to your course or by return of post where receipt of invoice is within 8 weeks. If interim payments or fi nal balances are not received by the due dates, this will be a breach of the contract between us, entitling us to treat the booking as cancelled by you. In these circumstances, the contract between us will remain in force until you receive our written advice and cancellation invoice.

5. Cancellation In the event of cancellation by a paying member more than 8 weeks before your course, the deposit and any interim payments may be transferred to a substitute member. However, if this is not possible, then the deposit and interim payment will be retained by us. For cancellations made less than 8 weeks prior to your course, the payments made may be transferred to a substitute member but we reserve the right to charge an administration fee of £25, plus any direct costs incurred. For air tours, cancellation charges may apply in accordance with section 7b and the individual airline policy. However, if a transfer is not possible, please write to us immediately giving full details. The cancellation will be subject to the following charges:◾ 56-29 days before your course: 60%◾ 28-15 days before your course: 80%◾ 14 days or less before your course: 100%The date of effective cancellation is calculated on the day of receipt of written advice. If any cancellation brings the number of pupils below the minimum number required to qualify for a particular price, then the price will be adjusted accordingly. Please note that cancellation charges may be reclaimed, via insurance, provided that the cancellation occurs within the terms of the policy – e.g. necessary cancellation due to injury or illness of the party member or parent or parental redundancy, etc.

6. Price Information Our prices are provided in good faith, based on the current academic year. If amendments to term dates result in changes to peak dates in 2016, we reserve the right to amend our price bands. The exchange rate used for overseas courses and quoted below was published in “The Financial Times” on 10 February 2015, £1=1.375 Euros.All prices for UK courses and overseas trips by coach are guaranteed against any surcharge, except changes in the rate of VAT, subject to payments being received by the due dates. If payments are not received by the due dates, your course may be subject to surcharges on currency, unforeseen increases in transportation costs and seaport charges, in addition to any surcharges resulting from governmental action. For tours by air, prices and fl ight details (if information

has been released by airlines) will be confi rmed at the time of making a provisional booking, but are subject to a surcharge on the following items: currency, government action, VAT, enforced increases in labour costs, aircraft fuel, overfl ying charges, airport charges and increases in air fares.In all cases where a surcharge is applicable we will absorb an amount equal to 2% of the tour price, excluding any insurance premium, amendment fees and changes in VAT. Only amounts in excess of 2% will be surcharged with a £1 per person administration charge. If this means paying more than 10% of the course price you will be entitled to cancel the course plus a full refund of all money paid (minus insurance premiums and any amendment fees incurred). Should you wish to cancel because of this, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on the surcharge advice. You will be notifi ed up to 30 days prior to departure if a surcharge is due on your course.

7. Alterations & Amendments By You Should you wish to make any changes to your confi rmed booking, you must notify us in writing as soon as possible. Where we can meet your request, a fee of £25 per amendment will be payable together with any costs incurred by ourselves and any costs or charges incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers in making the change.a) On courses by coach, additions to your party are

usually possible at any time right up to the day prior to travel. However you must always check with us fi rst by telephoning 0844 371 1100. If any addition is made within 8 weeks of departure we reserve the right to charge an administration fee of £25 per amendment.

b) For courses by air it is the party leader’s responsibility to ensure that all names are given in full and exactly as shown on the individuals’ passport. This information is often required at an early stage of booking and some airlines may not permit name changes. Most however will treat name changes as cancellations and charge accordingly. We will pass these charges on to you. Once tickets have been issued or in the case of low cost carriers once names have been received, airlines will usually charge the full cost of the fl ight if a name is changed. If your fi nal balance is overdue at the time of requesting this change this also must be paid in full before the change can be made.

8. If We Are Forced To Change Things The arrangements announced in this brochure or price list or website or when quoted to you are given in good faith. Occasionally we have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. Most changes will be minor and all will be advised at the earliest possible date. In the unlikely event of it proving necessary to alter signifi cantly or cancel your course, we will offer a suitable alternative if available or 100% refund (within 14 clear days) if we are not able, in our opinion, to offer an alternative that is suffi ciently comparable.Compensation will be paid as below, per full fare paying passenger, if we have to make a major change to your course within eight weeks of commencement, unless the change is due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to war, the threat of war, riot, civil strife, actual or threatened terrorist activity, act of God, industrial dispute, governmental action, epidemic, disease, adverse weather or natural or nuclear disaster:◾ 56-29 days: 10% of course price per person◾ 28-15 days: 15% of course price per person◾ 14 days or less: 25% of course price per person

9. Travel Tickets & Vouchers These are valid in conjunction with the particular travel arrangements booked and the route specifi ed. No refund can be made for lost, mislaid, unused, unendorsed or expired tickets, coupons or vouchers. Any details given are provisional and do not commit any airline mentioned to providing a service.

10. Liability We will only accept responsibility for any personal illness, injury or death which results from the negligent (as the word is understood in English law) acts or omissions of any servant or agent, or any supplier working on our behalf in the provision of services or facilities to you and whilst acting within the scope of their employment. We will also accept responsibility for those elements of the course arrangements which are under our direct control and for the acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents, sub-contractors and suppliers. We can only be liable for the provision of special requests where we have confi rmed their availability in writing beforehand.Please note, however, that we do not accept liability for any air or sea carriers whose individual conditions of carriage apply and are often subject to international agreements.We cannot be held responsible for the loss of enjoyment or additional expenses due to delays or changes in any travel arrangements or other services which are caused by circumstances amounting to force majeure such as war, the threat of war, riot, civil strife, industrial dispute, actual or threatened terrorist activity, act of God, governmental action, epidemic, disease, adverse weather or natural or nuclear disaster. Our liability in all cases (except those involving illness, injury or death) is limited to 50% of the invoiced tour value per passenger in addition to a full refund.We cannot be held responsible for the failure or inability of any equipment or computer programme to recognise or correctly to interpret or process any date as the true or correct date, or to continue to function correctly beyond that date.Should you or any member of your party have the misfortune to suffer illness, injury or death duringthe period of your course arising out of an activity which does not form part of the arrangementsmade by us, we shall, where appropriate, give you every help that we can by way of initial assistance, including initial legal costs associated therewith, up to a maximum value of £5,000 per booking form. You must request such assistance within 90 days from the date of the misadventure and in the event of there being a successful claim for costs against a third party or there being suitable insurance policies in force, the costs incurred by us shall be recoverable from you.

11. Complaints Procedure If there is any problem with your course, we want to be the fi rst to hear about it. It is essential that you contact your centre manager as soon as possible so that we can try to rectify the situation on the spot. In the unlikely event that the matter remains unresolved, please write to us immediately on your return and we will do our utmost to fi nd a satisfactory solution. Notice in writing of any claim or dispute must be received by us within 28 days of the date on which the course ended.If any dispute on a course booked with PGL Travel Limited cannot be amicably settled, it may be possible to refer it to arbitration under a special scheme arranged by the Institute of Arbitration in conjunction with the Association of British Travel Agents. This scheme provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone, with a restricted

Terms & conditionsPlease take the time to read the following conditions carefully. They are the basis for the contract between us and will assist you with your future plans.

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liability on a customer in respect of costs. The scheme

does not apply to claims for an amount greater than

£5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per

booking form. Neither does it apply to claims which are

solely or mainly in respect of physical injury or illness or

the consequences of such injury or illness, except for

small compensation claims for minor injury or illness

subject to a limit of £1,000 per person. Application for

arbitration must be made within 9 months of return

from the tour. Further details can be supplied by ABTA

on request.

12. Personal Property

Your personal property, including baggage, is your own

responsibility at all times, unless any loss or damage

is due to our negligence or failure to carry out our

responsibility.

13. Supervision

Teachers and/or other adults accompanying the party

agree to act ‘in loco parentis’ at all times and will

adequately supervise all members of the party. Where

applicable, this responsibility is delegated to PGL centre

staff e.g. for activity sessions. It is the Party Leader’s

responsibility to ensure that:

a) No group member under 18 consumes alcoholic

beverages.

b) No student smokes on coaches, in any

accommodation, in any smoke free places or

behaves in any other way which may cause a fire

hazard.

c) All party members wear the lap belts provided for

all journeys by coach. (Not always applicable to

coaches sourced overseas)

d) No student breaks a UK or local law.

These matters must be discussed with pupils prior to

your course. If further details are required, please see our

online UK or overseas Centres ‘Code of Practice’ which

includes our ‘Code of Conduct’ as well as a clarification

of responsibilities for the supervision of visiting groups.

14. Travel Arrangements

Length of Course In brochure descriptions, PGL

considers Day 1 as the day of arrival at UK centres

and the day of departure from the UK port/airport for

overseas courses. The final day is the departure day

from UK centres and the arrival back at UK port/airport

for overseas courses. For schools which have a long

journey to and from the UK centre, port or airport, such

as schools from the North of England, Scotland and

Northern Ireland, the actual number of days involved

overall may be greater than the advertised tour length.

Coach Travel For overseas courses, return coach

travel from school to centre is included for groups

subject to minimum numbers. Coach travel is an

optional extra for UK courses. We use reliable operators

offering modern, comfortable coaches with excellent

back-up and breakdown cover. Our coach contract

for all tour departures stipulates post 2008 vehicles

in compliance with strict UK and EU Coaching

Regulations including R66 roll-over protection. Coaches

used on transfers to airports or UK centres are

contracted to be no more than 10 years old. Please

note the following details:

a) Use of coach: At overseas centres your coach

is available to carry out your own choice of local

visits and excursions, subject to EU drivers’ hours

regulations. Please note, groups will be unable to use

their coach on the afternoon of arrival in resort or on

the morning of the day of departure from centre.

b) Drivers’ hours: All itineraries are agreed with coach

companies prior to departure and adhere to strict EU

driving regulations. All British coaches we use must be

fitted with a tachograph to monitor driver hours.

c) Seat Belts in Coaches: By law, all British coaches

transporting young people under 16 years of age

are required to be fitted with lap belts. Coaches

contracted by PGL will conform to this requirement.

The Party Leader and other accompanying adults are

responsible for ensuring that the lap belts are worn

at all times during coach travel. Please note that

coaches hired locally on the Continent are not yet

subject to the same legislation.

d) Cross-Channel Arrangements: All cross-Channel

arrangements are based on short-sea car ferry

services or the Eurotunnel service (if requested)

and are subject to availability. Unless instructed

otherwise, we will book the most convenient crossing

available for your group.

Air Travel Flights booked may be operated by either a

charter or scheduled service of a major airline. Flights

will be in economy class. All overseas transfers are

included; however transfers from school to a UK airport

are not included but we will be happy to provide a

competitive quote. Please note that: In accordance

with EU Directive (EC) No. 2111/2005, Article 9, we are

required to bring to your attention the existence of a

‘Community List’ which contains details on air carriers

that are subject to an operating ban within the EU

Community. Please refer to

http://ec.europa.eu/transport/air-ban/list_en.htm

In accordance with EU Regulations we are required to

advise you of the carrier or, if the carrier is not known,

the likely carrier that will operate your flight at the time

of booking. Where we are only able to inform you of

the likely carrier at the time of booking, we shall inform

you of the identity of the actual carrier as soon as we

become aware of this.

The UK departure airport, overseas arrival airport,

carrier and flight timings shown in this brochure, on

our website or in any other promotional material and

detailed on your Booking Confirmation are for guidance

only and are subject to alteration and confirmation. The

latest route, timings and carrier will be shown on your

tickets which will be despatched to you approximately

two weeks before departure.

You must accordingly check your tickets very carefully

immediately on receipt to ensure you have the correct

route, flight times and carrier. It is possible that UK

departure airport, overseas arrival airport, carrier and/

or flight times may be changed even after tickets have

been despatched – we will contact you as soon as

possible if this occurs. Any change in UK departure

airport, overseas arrival airport, the identity of the carrier,

flight timings, and/or aircraft type (if given) will not entitle

you to cancel or change other arrangements without

paying our normal charges except where specified in

these conditions. If your flight is cancelled or delayed,

your flight ticket is downgraded or boarding is denied

by your airline in circumstances which would entitle you

to claim compensation and/or another remedy from

the airline under EC Regulation No 261/2004 – the

Denied Boarding Regulations 2004, you must pursue

the airline for any compensation due to you. All sums

you receive or are entitled to receive from the airline

concerned by virtue of these Regulations represent the

full amount of your entitlement to compensation or any

other payment arising from such cancellation, delay,

downgrading or denied boarding. This includes any

disappointment, distress, inconvenience or effect on

any other arrangements. The fact a delay may entitle

you to cancel your flight does not automatically entitle

you to cancel any other arrangements even where

those arrangements have been made in conjunction

with your flight. We have no liability to make any

payment to you in relation to the Denied Boarding

Regulations or in respect of any flight cancellation

or delay, downgrading of any flight ticket or denial of

any boarding as the full amount of your entitlement

to any compensation or other payment (as dealt with

above) is covered by the airline’s obligations under the

Denied Boarding Regulations. If, for any reason, you

do not claim against the airline and make a claim for

compensation or any other sum from us, you must, at

the time of payment of any compensation or other sum

to you, make a complete assignment to us of the rights

you have against the airline in relation to the claim that

gives rise to that compensation payment.

Groups Travelling from Outside Mainland

Britain For parties from Northern Ireland and other

offshore locations inclusive arrangements start at the

appropriate UK mainland port/airport. If the tour starts

at a port/airport other than in the UK, a supplement

may be payable for additional transport arrangements.

Timings and Itineraries All itineraries, journey times,

timings of ferry crossings/routes specified are given as

guidance only and may be subject to change upon final

confirmation.

Excursions Please note that excursions are an optional

extra on UK courses unless specifically included in your

itinerary. Excursions are an integral part of the course at

some overseas centres. An information pack about your

overseas centre containing detailed information on all

places of interest will be sent after confirmation of your

booking. All you need to do is select the local visits and

excursions you would like to make and we will contact

each place of interest on your behalf. There is no

administrative charge whatsoever for this service.

Entrance fees to places of interest are payable in local

currency by you on arrival at that visit unless

otherwise stated. Where payment has been made

in advance by PGL on your behalf for a visit, guided

visit or excursion, we cannot refund any monies to the

group for non-attendance or cancellation of the visit.

The prices we provide for visits and excursions are

correct at the time of printing and we cannot accept

responsibility for price changes without notification

prior to departure. All visits and excursions to places

of interest are subject to availability. Where a visit

is not possible, every effort will be made to find an

alternative. Visits are made on the terms and conditions

advertised by the place of interest for which PGL can

accept no liability, unless payment is made by ourselves

as an integral part of your course. Please note that

your chosen itinerary is subject to EU drivers’ hours

regulations.

15. Passports & Visas

The Party Leader is entirely responsible for the

completion of passport formalities and other personal

arrangements which may be necessary such as visas

for non-British citizens.

Collective & Individual Passports

For information concerning individual and collective

passports please visit the Home Office Identity and

Passport Service website www.ips.gov.uk/passport

The destinations featured in this brochure do not

currently require British citizens to hold a visa. Non-

British passport holders are advised to check with

the relevant Consulate/s with regard to individual visa

requirements. Collective Passports for pupils aged

17 years or under are currently accepted by all the

countries we visit.

16. Health Matters

The Party Leader signing the Booking Form is entirely

responsible for passing on any health requirement

information to other party members. Party Leaders

may wish to refer to the Department of Health leaflet

T7.1 ‘Health Advice for Travellers’ which offers health

information for all destinations. Copies are available

from Post Offices nation-wide. Although PGL’s

extensive insurance covers the cost of emergency

medical treatment abroad, we would still recommend

that all party members travelling within the EU have a

valid EHIC.

17. Special Requests

Any special requests must be clearly notified to us in

writing. We do our best to meet any special requests

made by you and ensure that these are forwarded to the

appropriate persons. We cannot guarantee, however,

that special requests will be fulfilled and failure to do

so does not constitute a breach of contract. Special

requests will only be held to form part of the contract

between you and the Company when they have been

confirmed in writing to be guaranteed by the Company.

18. Ages & Additional Adults

a) Prices are valid for pupils in full time education,

aged up to 18 years on the day of departure unless

otherwise specified. Pupils in full time education aged

over 18 may be required to pay a small supplement.

Details of supplements are available on request.

b) Accompanying adults over and above the free place

allowance may join the course at a supplementary

charge, subject to availability of accommodation.

c) PGL reserves the right to re-cost the course if more

than 30% of the party is aged 21 years and over.

19. Additional Requirements

We are continually working to enable all young people

to enjoy the many benefits of our courses and tours. If

members of your party have additional requirements,

relating for example to disability, culture, diet etc, please

provide full details at the time of booking. We will be

pleased to undertake a fair assessment of service

provision and identify appropriate resources with

reference to such considerations as access, successful

participation and health and safety.

20. Data Protection

We have measures in place to protect the personal

booking information held by us. The contact details

supplied, including postal address, telephone and

email address, will only be used to fulfil course/tour

administration and to communicate details of PGL’s and

our associated companies’ products and services. The

personal information supplied about party members

will only be used to allow our employees, agents,

subcontractors and suppliers to provide the promised

service to our normal high standards.

21. VAT

We can only issue a VAT invoice for courses at our UK

centres. Courses overseas fall within the Tour Operators

Margin Scheme (TOMS), and therefore it is not possible

to issue a VAT invoice.

22. Photography

We occasionally take pictures/video for PGL

promotional purposes, including, (but not limited to)

online, printed material and press releases. If any

member of your group wishes NOT to appear in any

such photography/video please let us know in writing

prior to your course, and once at centre ensure that the

PGL Group Leader with you is also made aware of any

such restrictions.

23. Marketing

PGL may use your written feedback in promotional

materials whether it reaches us in letters or on our

feedback forms. If you do not wish to be quoted,

please could you inform us on any written material

you send us.

24. Brochure Information

The information contained in this brochure is accurate

and correct as far as can be reasonably ascertained

on the publication date, June 2015. If we ascertain

ourselves or are notified of any subsequent changes to

the details contained herein, we will advise you as soon

as is reasonably possible.

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