Beam House
North Devon

for secondary schools

About Beam House

Located close to the beach and surf school at Westward Ho!, Beam House is perfectly placed to make the most of the beautiful coastal environment that surrounds the centre. As well as surfing and bodyboarding, there’s an exciting range of land-based adventure activities in the centre grounds.

Students learn to challenge themselves, try something new and celebrate their achievements together as they tackle each adventure activity under the expert guidance of our experienced instructors at Beam House. Comfortable accommodation is provided in our cosy mansion house.

Take a look around Beam House, North Devon

Accommodation

Main House

  • Students - Rooms with bunk beds sleep 8-16, with toilets and showers close by
  • Teachers - Twin and triple en suite rooms

Facilities

  • Disco / communal area
  • Teachers’ lounge
  • Shop
  • Drying room

Explore the facilities, accommodation and activities in our virtual tour.

Beam House Virtual Tour for Secondary Schools

www.pgl.co.uk/Beam360

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 Beam House 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 Beam House

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 Primary Schools

View our sample menu

Sample Day

Sample day for Secondary Schools at Beam House
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!

Courses available at Beam House:

Course type