Barton Hall Activity Centre nr Torquay

About Barton Hall

In a fantastic location near Torquay on the English Riviera, close to Dartmoor and several blue flag beaches, Barton Hall has plenty to offer secondary school groups looking for some inspirational outdoor learning opportunities.

Barton Hall is packed with adventure activities your group will love, along with great facilities including a heated outdoor pool, a lake for watersports and even a dry ski slope! At the end of a busy day, relax in our comfortable en-suite accommodation in our cosy mansion house or purpose-built chalets.

Take a look around Barton Hall, South Devon

Accommodation

Main House and Surrounding Chalets

Students - En suite rooms sleep 4-10 in the main house and 4-6 in chalets
Teachers - Single or twin en suite rooms

Facilities

Indoor activity zone
Lake
Outdoor heated swimming pool
Meeting rooms
Teachers’ lounge
Bar
Shop
Classrooms

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Activities available

All activity sessions are led by our well trained, enthusiastic instructors who know exactly how to make the most of the challenges and opportunities each activity presents.

The full list of activities available at Barton Hall is featured below. Every evening there's also a lively entertainment programme to enjoy, so everyone is kept busy right up until bedtime.

See the evening entertainment available at Barton Hall

Select an activity for a full description

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 Teacher Guide
Support for fussy eaters - see our Parent Guide

Food at Barton Hall for Secondary Schools

View our sample menu

Sample Day

Sample day for Secondary Schools at Barton Hall
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
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
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!