St Davids Bunk Barns offers affordable and comfortable school bunkhouse accommodation for both small and large numbers of students. The barns are located on a working farm, which is only a short distance from the award winning Pembrokeshire coastline.
Wales
St David's Bunk Barns, Carn-Nwchwn Farm, St David's, Pembrokeshire, South Wales, SA62 6QN
MONTHS OPEN
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
DAYS OPEN
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
AGE GROUPs
PreSchool, 5 to 7 years, 8 to 10 years, 11 to 13 years, 14 to 16 years, College, University
Listed under: accommodation| Accommodation & Residential| Bunkhouses|
What we offer on a school trip
Specialising in school residentials, it is our aim to provide your school with an unforgettable, safe, and fulfilling residential experience. Situated on a 120 acre working farm within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, we enjoy panoramic sea views. We have the beach, coast path, and stunning Pembrokeshire coastline on our doorstep and the center of St Davids (Britain’s smallest city) is just a short walk away. There is plenty of large open field space for fun activities and, being at the end of a farm lane with no direct public access, we can offer a safe environment for your young people.
It’s like having the world’s biggest classroom on our doorstep! We love to see young people experience the great outdoors and it is such a privilege for us to be able to share this rich and special natural environment with your school.
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What makes us a great choice for education
St Davids Bunk Barns specialise in group accommodation. With a total of 134 beds split over 3 barns we can accommodate groups of all shapes, sizes, and age ranges. We can also offer exclusive use of our site, ensuring the safeguarding of young people.
Our location within the Pembrokeshire National Park means we enjoy panoramic sea views and with the coast path running around the farm, we have easy access to the beach and the stunning Pembrokeshire coastline.
The bunk barns are situated on a 120 acre working family farm. With acres of land and large open spaces to play in, we can provide a safe environment for your young people.
We also have a purpose built fire pit within the grounds of the bunk barns. This is ideal for enjoying a night around the fire, melting marshmallows and watching the stars!
All meals are home cooked and prepared on site, taking into consideration all of your dietary requirements. We will provide your educational group with a full cooked breakfast to start your day, a packed lunch to keep you going and a good hearty home cooked meal on your return to base.
Being a family run business, we are always on hand to ensure you have everything you need during your stay.
Many schools have been coming back to us year on year because of the location, its proximity to the coast and the centre of St Davids, the homecooked food, and the friendly welcome.
Accreditation and Awards
We are working towards our LOtC accreditation.
What is typically included on our school trips
We have large open field spaces for your group to enjoy and the beach is just a 5 minute walk away.
We can provide you with balls, a tug of war rope, and some indoor board games should the weather not allow outdoor play.
Group Sizes Catered For
We will accommodate groups of all sizes. In total, we can sleep 134 guests.
Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions
There are no copy write restrictions at St Davids Bunk Barns.
Risk Assessment Details
We are happy for staff to carry out a pre-visit check and complete their own risk assessment free of charge. Please contact us to organise this.
We can provide you with our own generic risk assessment and our Covid 19 Policy and Risk Assessment if required. Our risk assessment procedures are reviewed and updated yearly.
We carry out routine fire alarm tests with annual maintenance of the equipment carried out by a professional company. Our local fire officer also inspects the building and our evacuation procedures.
We have a 5-star food rating, and our kitchens are inspected regularly by Environmental Health Officers.
All staff are DBS checked.
We have public liability insurance.
Pricing Information
We charge on a per person per night basis as follows:
- £36 B&B
- £44 Half Board
- £52 Full Board package (includes cooked breakfast, packed lunch and 2 course evening meal)
(ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF VAT)
We offer free staff places for every 10 full paying children.
We like to be inclusive, so can also offer assistance for hardship cases.
We realise schools can be on a tight budget so please do get in touch to discuss your stay with us.
First Aid Information
All groups should have a qualified First Aider with them.
Group Leaders and teachers are responsible for administering any medication.
First Aid kits are available on site and we have a trained first aider.
Available Facilities
All exterior doors are key coded for security.
We include all bedding for your ease and comfort.
There is plenty of under bed storage and hanging hooks so rooms can be kept clutter free.
Plug sockets are available in each room, meaning you can charge your devices.
Outside seating is available for each bunk barn.
There is a large fire pit with seating around for cosy nights under the stars.
We have a large, fully equipped catering kitchen from which we produce good, honest, home cooked food. Start your day with a cooked breakfast, cereal, toast and fruit juice. Packed lunches can be provided for your days out and you can return to a hot meal every evening. We will cater for all your dietary requirements.
We have free Wi-Fi on site and good mobile phone coverage.
Dining areas can be used for social areas and activities if needed, with tables that can be folded away.
Drinking water, tea and coffee making facilities are available at all times. There is also a fridge and microwave for your use in each of the dining halls.
Accessibility & Disabled Facilities
Disabled toilets and showers are available on site.
We have accommodated children needing the use of hoists and wheelchairs, so are confident that we are fully accessible.
Opening Hours & Information
We are open all year.
Testimonials
“Christine and Rob at St Davids Bunk Barns have created an amazing new bunkhouse that is perfect for schools and groups. The location – right on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and above Caerfai Beach – makes this one of the best coastal bunkhouse accommodation locations in the UK.”
– December 2016, Tom Luddington, Business & Schools Coordinator / TYF Group
“I can’t recommend this venue enough. Rob and Christine are fabulous hosts and will do everything they can to make your stay in St Davids a memorable one. The home-cooked food was outstanding and access to the coastal path and Carfai beach only a stone’s throw away.”
– Lee, Coach/Llandaff RFC U10’s, Cardiff
“Rob & Christine, can I just say how much we all enjoyed our week away with you. You really were the best and we look forward to seeing you next year.”
– July 2016, Stefan, Teacher/Gordano School, Bristol
“Lovely accommodation and a great venue for our activity week. A beautiful part of the world. Rob & Christine are lovely hosts, very welcoming and great food too.”
– June 2016, Simon, Teacher/Highfield School
“The facilities at St Davids Bunk Barns are absolutely splendid and a shining example for anyone who wishes to diversify in the farming sector.”
– September 2016, V Rev Wyn Evans, Bishop of St Davids
Other Information
We are ideally situated to host a range of groups including:
- Outdoor Pursuit Enthusiasts
- Schools & Colleges
- Rugby Clubs
- Climbers
- Choirs
- Families & Friends
We are open all year. Robert and Christine are always on hand for a warm welcome and will do all they can to ensure you have the best stay possible in relaxed, comfortable surroundings.
Please do give us a call to discuss your groups needs.
Location Information
Situated within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park on the south west coast of Wales, St Davids Bunk Barns are surrounded by spectacular coastal scenery which is renowned for its beauty and abundance of wildlife.
We are at the end of a farm lane surrounded by open fields. Just a short walk across the fields will take you to Caerfai Beach a beautiful safe beach ideal for swimming, games and activities.
A short 15 minute walk will take you into the city of St Davids (Britain’s smallest city) with it’s stunning cathedral, gift shops and galleries.
Granted city status by Queen Elizabeth II in 1994 because of the presence of the Cathedral St Davids is in reality a small attractive village.
St Davids Cathedral has been a dominant presence since the 12th century and was a popular pilgrimage destination throughout the middle ages. It is still an important place of worship today and a very popular visitor destination. Adjacent to the Cathedral stand the magnificent ruins of the medieval Bishops Palace.
As well as the many shops, pubs, restaurants and galleries there is plenty to do in St Davids and the surrounding area while you are staying with us.
We work closely with excellent activity providers in the area and will happily put you in touch with them.
Room Sizes and Facilities
Accommodation is split between three barns and is made up of bunk bed style dorm rooms as follows:
Caerfai Barn has a total of 58 beds, consisting of 7 rooms each with 8 beds and 1 disabled access room with 2 beds. There are male and female toilet and shower facilities and a disabled toilet/shower room. There is a large dining hall with stunning sea views. There is also outdoor seating and access to a fire pit.
Caerbwdy Barn has a total of 52 beds, consisting of 5 rooms each with 8 beds and 2 rooms each with 6 beds. There is a disabled toilet/shower room, male and female toilet and shower facilities, a dining hall with stunning sea views, and also a small kitchenette available for self-catering groups. There is also outdoor seating and access to a fire pit.
Our Cottage Barn sleeps up to 24, consisting of 2 rooms of 8 beds and 2 rooms of 4 beds. All rooms are en-suite with underfloor heating throughout. There is a lounge/dining area and kitchenette. There is also outdoor seating and access to a fire pit.
We include all bedding for your ease and comfort. With plenty of under bed storage and hanging hooks, rooms can be kept clutter free. Plug sockets are available in each room, meaning you can charge your devices. Outside seating is available for each bunk barn. We also have free Wi-Fi and a good mobile signal on site.
Booking information
Please call or email to discuss your stay with us:
Robert & Christine Griffiths
01437 720978
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