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Centre Facilities at Bawdsey Manor

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PGL staff in the dining room hall

Food at Bawdsey Manor

Enjoyable mealtimes with nutritious and tasty food.

Accommodation at Bawdsey Manor

Manor House

Manor House

Accommodation Type: Dormitories – Shared Bathroom / Toilets
Guests: Dormitory rooms with bunk beds sleep 4-10
Leaders: En suite twin rooms

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Accommodation Block

Accommodation Block

Accommodation Type:
Guests: Dormitory rooms with bunk beds sleep 6-9
Leaders: En suite single and twin rooms

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Tent Village

Tent Village

Accommodation Type: Chalet-style tents you can stand up in… with proper beds!
Guests: 4 – 5 per tent
Leaders: 1 – 2 per tent

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You’re in safe hands with PGL

No risk is an acceptable level of risk, which is why we go beyond to ensure every young person is always in safe hands.

Everything we do is built on five protective pillars:

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Safe People
All our staff are rigorously selected for their capabilities, DBS checked. fully trained and continually assessed to ensure they meet the highest safety standards possible.

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Safe Places
Our sites and buildings are managed to reduce all possible risk before any child arrives. including segmented accommodation, secure perimeters and stringent equipment standards.

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Safe Spaces
Every child is different so to make our environments as encompassing as possible every colleague is SEND trained. we offer language inclusivity and offer over-and above access for all We also operate a zero-tolerance policy on illegal practices.

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Safeguarding
Trained to act as ‘first-responders’ to safeguarding red flags, PGL colleagues are versed in spotting risks (across mental health. self-harm sexual and physical wellbeing) and acting quickly to escalate any concerns or stop harmful behaviour.

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Safe Travels
Every travel partner with whom we work is vetted to ensure they have strict safety management systems in place. specifically focused on travelling with young people. We also aim to ensure travel provision is adaptable to the needs of every single child.

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Safe People
All our staff are rigorously selected for their capabilities, DBS checked. fully trained and continually assessed to ensure they meet the highest safety standards possible.

Safe Places
Our sites and buildings are managed to reduce all possible risk before any child arrives. including segmented accommodation, secure perimeters and stringent equipment standards.

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Safe Spaces
Every child is different so to make our environments as encompassing as possible every colleague is SEND trained. we offer language inclusivity and offer over-and above access for all We also operate a zero-tolerance policy on illegal practices.

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Safeguarding Trained to act as ‘first-responders’ to safeguarding red flags, PGL colleagues are versed in spotting risks (across mental health. self-harm sexual and physical wellbeing) and acting quickly to escalate any concerns or stop harmful behaviour.

Safe Travels
Every travel partner with whom we work is vetted to ensure they have strict safety management systems in place. specifically focused on travelling with young people. We also aim to ensure travel provision is adaptable to the needs of every single child.

FAQ

What’s included in the cost of the PGL trip?

With PGL, the cost of camp includes accommodations, activities, equipment, food and drinks! So there’s nothing else for you to worry about since everything is covered in the price per person.

What happens in the evenings?

In the evening the fun continues! We have a fantastic entertainment programme for the evenings where we’ve got discos, campfires, quizzes and more! If you want more singing around the campfire, then just let us know and we can plan that into your itinerary. We’re here to create the perfect schedule for you and your group.

What should I pack for my child's overnight stay?

Here are some essential packing items for your child’s stay at Bawdsey Manor:

  • Tops/t-shirts (for daily adventure activities)
  • Trousers/leggings (for daily adventure activities)
  • Evening clothes (for discos, quizzes, evening games and more)
  • Sports kit (for sports teams and sports activities)
  • Towels
  • Toiletries

Does my child need waterproofs for their residential trip?

Yes, it’s always important to bring waterproofs just in case the weather takes a turn while your child is taking part in our adventurous activities. A waterproof coat is one item that your child can bring, keeping them covered in many situations!

Does my child need to bring money?

Your child doesn’t need to bring money, but they can if they wish to buy a souvenir from the on-site gift shop. We have lots of PGL goodies to choose from including caps, mugs, pens, teddy bears, t-shirts and more! We even have a uniformed group badge to let everyone know that your child has visited PGL with their unit.

Can I contact my child during their stay?

Yes, you can. If your child is bringing their mobile phone, then they are able to call you during free time (highlighted in our Mobile Phone Policy). Your child can also ask a member of the PGL team to help organise a phone call, perhaps if they feel homesick. If you need to let your child know something while they are on a residential, then by calling our centre or the group leader’s contact number, you’ll be able to get through to them.

Do you cater for special dietary requirements?

Yes, we can cater for many dietary requirements. When you book, let us know about any dietary requirements your child may have or anyone in your group, and we’ll make sure that they’re catered for. We can support diets for religious, cultural or medical reasons. We regularly provide meals for coeliacs, diabetics, guests with food allergies and vegetarians/vegans.

What safety measures are in place at Bawdsey Manor?

We have a huge emphasis on safety, starting with the recruitment of our staff and continuing through to all of our activities. As a founder member of BAPA (British Activity Providers Association) and a licence holder for activities in scope of AALA (Adventure Activities Licencing Authority) regulations, we make safety our priority.

A risk assessment has also been carried out at Bawdsey Manor, with risks being outlined and managed. The risk assessment covers the grounds of Bawdsey Manor, as well as all of the activities available at the centre.

Our Activity Instructors are experts in their area, trained and assessed both in-house and by external assessors. They’ll be there during every activity to make sure they’re completed safely and correctly.

New staff complete a comprehensive induction and job specific training followed by regular observations, feedback, reviews and assessments.

Is there parking available at Bawdsey Manor?

Yes, Bawdsey Manor has parking facilities available on-site.

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