Self-Catering Accommodation

Many of these hostels offer activity or education packages or both. Please scroll down for further details or click on the links to the YHA School Trips website.

Carter Residential Centre at Trinity College is just a short walk from the Bristol Downs, set in nine acres of woodland, offering residential self-catering accommodation for student groups. The accommodation comprises of 41 rooms, 39 of which are singles.

Lagganlia Outdoor Residential Centre is located in Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park. The scenic Highland location and highly skilled, experienced team provide outstanding residential experiences and outdoor learning for school groups.

Bentley Copse Outdoor Residential Activity Centre Surrey is located in the Surrey Hills offering both residential stays and day activity trips for students of all ages. At Bentley Copse school groups are provided with tailored outdoor learning programmes with the chance to explore the great outdoors on residentials school trips. Group Sizes up to 250 with various catering options available.

Morfa Bay Adventure Outdoor Residential Centre Wales provides a number of activity packages for school groups. Teachers can select from a range of options to suit the particular needs and requirements, as the tailor-made programmes are designed to cater for varying outdoor educational needs whilst allowing for a safe, fun-filled, learning environment. (Group sizes up to 180 and both catered and non-catered)

Finding the right residential at the right price has never been so easy. With more than 70 Learning Outside the Classroom accredited sites, the most of any residential provider in the UK.

Much of the YHA hostel network is available for use by groups and schools. We offer both group accommodation that’s great for teacher-led residentials as well as complete packages. Unless stated the hostel is bed and board only.

Much of the YHA hostel network is available for use by groups and schools. We offer both group accommodation that's great for teacher-led residentials as well as complete packages. Unless stated the hostel is bed and board only.

Carronvale House Residential is an excellent venue for school groups on a budget looking for value for money facilities and service on an educational trip. Owed by the Boys’ Brigade in Scotland, our charity status financially supports and facilities our work with children and youth.

Brathay Hall offers an unrivalled Lake District setting on the shores of Windermere with open space and woodlands for exploring and fun, your educational group will benefit from experienced guidance, support and inspirational outdoor learning experiences. Group Accommodation from 10 to 120, plus self catering options viable.

Ocean Backpackers Independent Youth Hostel provides group accommodation with quality and cost in mind, centrally located in Illfracombe North Devon for easy access. Capacity of 37 to 49 mixed rooms. Perfect for school costal field studies and local attractions.

Magdalen Farm Residential Environmental Centre Dorset offers a unique 132-acre organic landscape where students can connect with nature through hands-on farming, river dipping, and woodland adventures. The site provides high-quality, flexible accommodation and delicious home-cooked meals made with fresh ingredients sourced directly from their own kitchen gardens. Their experienced teaching staff design bespoke programs that build student confidence, resilience, and teamwork through immersive outdoor learning. Additionally, the farm is highly inclusive, offering specialized facilities and activities tailored to support children with special educational needs (SEN)

Finding the right residential at the right price has never been so easy. With more than 70 Learning Outside the Classroom accredited sites, the most of any residential provider in the UK.

The Wilderness Centre Forest of Dean Gloucestershire offers residential and activity packages for school groups. The aim of The Wilderness Centre is to give schools the ultimate outdoor experience & leave all who visit with the knowledge and confidence to safely enjoy the outdoors. A residential stay here means affordable and comfortable accommodation for residential school trips. It offers both fully catered and self catering options are available. (Group sizes up to 100).

Finding the right residential at the right price has never been so easy. With more than 70 Learning Outside the Classroom accredited sites, the most of any residential provider in the UK.

Conveniently located near the M25, East Sussex, and West Sussex, Scout Adventures Broadstone Warren offers the perfect setting for a night under the stars. Nestled an area of outstanding natural beauty, this 400-acre site in Ashdown Forest features secluded woodland campsites, indoor lodge accommodation, and direct forest access. It's an ideal spot for adventurous school trips. For over 100 years, we’ve delivered safe, challenging and educational experiences to millions of young people.