JCA School Activity Trips Croft Farm Residential Centre

Croft Farm Waterpark, located in the picturesque Cotswolds near Tewkesbury, offers an exceptional setting for school groups. This dedicated water sports centre features a 12-acre lake and easy access to the River Avon, providing a wide range of water-based activities such as sailing, paddleboarding, windsurfing, canoeing, and kayaking. All activities are conducted under expert guidance with equipment designed specifically for juniors. The centre also offers land-based activities, an adventure playground, and a comfortable timber lakeside café for adults to relax and watch the activities. With purpose-built Scandinavian style heated log cabins and 24-hour JCA staffing, Croft Farm ensures a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

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Croft Farm Waterpark is an ideal choice for educational visits due to its unique combination of water-based and land-based activities. The centre offers expert tuition through an approved Royal Yachting Association, ensuring high-quality instruction and safety. The specially designed junior equipment helps students quickly develop skills and confidence on the water. The secure lakeside location, with 24-hour staffing and comprehensive safety measures, provides a safe environment for students to explore and learn. The comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities, including a lakeside café and adventure playground, make it a versatile and engaging destination for school trips.

Croft Farm Waterpark is an ideal choice for educational visits due to its unique combination of water-based and land-based activities. The centre offers expert tuition through an approved Royal Yachting Association, ensuring high-quality instruction and safety. The specially designed junior equipment helps students quickly develop skills and confidence on the water. The secure lakeside location, with 24-hour staffing and comprehensive safety measures, provides a safe environment for students to explore and learn. The comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities, including a lakeside café and adventure playground, make it a versatile and engaging destination for school trips.

Croft Farm Waterpark holds the LOtC (Learning Outside the Classroom) Quality Badge, Adventuremark and BAPA accredited. The watersports provision is accredited by AALS (Adventure Activities Licensing Scheme).

Activity groups can be up to 15 students, with a typical instructor-to-child ratio of 1:12. We cater to primary and secondary school groups, and specific age ranges may be required for certain activities to ensure safety and appropriateness.

Most groups stay in heated chalets for 2 to 4 people, conveniently located near toilet and shower blocks. A favourite option for schools are the cosy, Scandinavian-style log cabins, sleeping up to 8, featuring a basic living room, en-suite facilities, and a spacious veranda for storing wet gear. Teachers enjoy twin-bedded rooms with complimentary bedding, tea and coffee, and exclusive access to separate shower and toilet units. There’s also a dedicated retreat area for adults, complete with comfy seating and refreshments.

We provide comprehensive risk assessments for all activities and facilities at Croft Farm. These assessments are available for teachers to review prior to their visit. Our risk assessments cover all aspects of safety, including activity-specific risks, site security, and emergency procedures.

Groups are authorised to take photographs, film, and audio recordings during their visit of their own group provided they meet the policies of their school. However, we request that any media captured is used respectfully and in accordance with our safeguarding policies. 

For all enquiries, contact enquiries@jca-adventure.co.uk

Our pricing structure varies depending on the type of visit and the age group. Prices are typically broken down per child, with discounts available for larger groups. Supervising adults may go free depending on the group size. Please contact us for detailed pricing information and any current discounts.

We have a first aid station on site, and all our instructing staff are first aid trained. Groups do not need to bring a qualified first aider, but it is recommended. Our staff are equipped to handle minor injuries and emergencies.

Our facilities include:

• 12-acre lake (chest-deep)
• River Avon access nearby
• Sports fields
• Lakeside café
• Adventure playground
• Marquee area
• Campfire
• Function room/classroom

We offer full catering options, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We can also accommodate special dietary requirements with advance notice.

We do our best to cater for all accessibility needs and disabilities and encourage Group Leaders to visit the site prior to booking to ensure we can take their participants.

Mid-April (after Easter Holidays) to mid-July (end of term)
Croft Farm is a secure site with access via 24hr security.

We have numerous testimonials from satisfied schools and groups. You can find these on our website at https://www.jca-adventure.co.uk/about-us/testimonials/

Croft Farm Waterpark is located in the beautiful Cotswolds near the historic town of Tewkesbury. The site offers easy access to the River Avon and is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area, including visits to local historical sites and nature reserves.

Croft Farm Waterpark is committed to providing a safe, educational, and enjoyable experience for all visitors. Our dedicated staff, superb facilities, and wide range of activities ensure that every school trip is memorable and enriching. For more information, please visit jca-adventure.co.uk or contact JCA directly on 01273 647 200.