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About Marchants Hill
A countryside retreat close to London, Marchants Hill is a great choice for your next faith group residential. Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, there are some stunning hiking opportunities to inspire a passion for the outdoors. Within the grounds, there are plenty of adventure opportunities on land and water to motivate, challenge and raise aspirations for your young people.
There are some great indoor spaces to enjoy too, including a sports hall, games rooms, meeting rooms and a disco area for the evenings. There's a choice of comfortable accommodation, from en suite chalets to Bethany House which sleeps up to 94 guests – ideal if you’re looking for sole-occupancy.
Accommodation
Lodges
- Groups - En suite rooms sleep 6
- Leaders - Single or twin en suite rooms
Bethany House
This converted convent provides self-contained accommodation for groups of up to 94.
- Groups - En suite rooms sleep 4-8
- Leaders - Single or twin en suite rooms
Facilities
- Sports hall
- Common / games room
- Meeting rooms
- Drying rooms
- Large playing field
- Disco / indoor area
- Leaders’ bar
- Leaders’ lounge
- Shop
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Activities available
Our wide range of thrilling adventure activities has something to suit everyone - our experienced instructors know how to bring out the best in each individual..
The full list of activities available at Marchants Hill is featured below. There's also plenty to keep everyone busy in the evenings, with lively entertainment sessions led by the PGL team.
Food
Enjoyable mealtimes with nutritious and tasty food
Our meals are freshly cooked, balanced and will give your pupils plenty of energy to keep them going throughout the day.
- Hot and cold meals with vegetarian options
- Homemade soup every day
- Self-service salad bar
- Fresh fruit with every meal
- Allergies, intolerances and special diets catered for - see our Leader Guide
- Support for fussy eaters - see our Parent Guide
Sample Day
| Schedule | Activities |
|---|---|
| 07.00 - 09.00 | Get up, get ready and fuel up for the day ahead |
| 09.15 - 12.30 | Morning activities - usually 2 sessions with a 15 minute break in-between
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| 12.30 - 14.00 | Dry off & clean up. Time for a fresh & tasty two-course hot lunch |
| 14.15 - 17.30 | Afternoon activities - 2 exciting sessions with a 15 minute break in-between
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| 18.00 - 19.00 | Time to eat again - a different menu each day |
| 19.00 - 21.00 | Talent shows, campfires, quizzes and more. The evening entertainment programme keeps you laughing until bedtime. |
| 21.00 / 21.30 | Bedtime. Catch up on some zzz's and prepare to do it all over again tomorrow! |
