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.
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
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.
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
Sample Day
Schedule | Activities |
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07.00 - 08.50 | Get up, get ready and fuel up for the day ahead with a hearty breakfast. |
08.50 - 12.00 | Morning activities - 2 sessions with a 10 minute break in-between. |
12.00 - 13.50 | Enjoy a fresh and tasty two-course hot lunch and some free time. |
13.50 - 17.00 | Afternoon activities - 2 sessions with a 10 minute break in-between. |
17.00 - 19.00 | Time to eat again - a different dinner menu each day. |
19.00 - 21.00 | Discos, campfires, quizzes and more - our evening entertainment programme keeps everyone engaged until bedtime. |
21.00 / 21.30 | Bedtime. Catch up on some zzz's ready to do it all again tomorrow! |
Courses available at Barton Hall:
Course type
Shortcuts
Centre address
PGL Barton Hall
Kingskerwell Road
Torquay
Devon
TQ2 8JY
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