2016 PGL Outdoor Adventure for Uniformed Groups

At PGL Centres in the UK and France

Outdoor Adventurefor Uniformed Groups

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CONTENTS4 -5 What’s the diff erence with PGL?6-7 Adventure Activities8-9 UK Multi-Activity10-11 Our Venue, Your Event12-13 Paris and Disneyland® Paris14-29 PGL Centres30-31 Brownies and Guides32-33 Cubs and Scouts34-35 St John Ambulance and Brigades36 Leader Information37 FAQs 38-39 Find Out More and Leader Previews40-41 How To Book and Prices42-43 Terms and Conditions

An adventurein a weekendFun, exhilaration and achievement Adventure, excitement, teamwork and fun; it’s what joining a group like yours is all about.

It’s also what PGL adventure weekends are all about.

It’s their fi rst breathtaking fl ight on a zip wire;a leap for the trapeze bar;building a raft to race across a lake together;singing songs around the campfi re after an exciting day.

It’s the essence of adventure; the stuff that memories are made of.

But PGL is so much more than an exciting weekend of discovery.It’s about being confi dent you’re in safe hands; it’s the reassurance that you’ll get great value for money;and that we never cut corners.

It’s knowing you can put your trust in us.

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What’s thedifferencewith PGL?Reliability Relax. With us you’re in safe hands. Our number one priority is always the safety of your group. We’ll support you every step of the way, with friendly advice whenever you contact our reservations team and, once you arrive, our experienced centre teams off er round-the-clock support.

ValueYou can rely on getting the best value for money: all adventure and evening activities, equipment, instruction, food and accommodation are included in the price. Feel at home at our centres. Large or small, we have plenty for you to choose from and they’re all designed for groups like yours. This is why, every year, thousands of groups like yours come to us to enjoy a PGL adventure.

PGL gives you moreWe believe each child should get the maximum benefi t from their course, so we’ve built more zip wires, more giant swings; more climbing towers; in short, more of the activities we know your group will love. That means more opportunities to push limits, reach further and achieve more.

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The staff went above and beyond - we can’t praise them enough! They really did go that extra mile and we were so impressed with them. All of them were just lovely, enthusiastic and showed they cared. Aylesford Brownies

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Adventures that keep spirits fl ying high

For a full list of activities and descriptions, please visitwww.pgl.co.uk/activities

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PGL activities are all designed to motivate, challenge, build confi dence, enable success and encourage development.

There are adventures on land and water; challenges which rely on personal courage and a head for heights; initiative exercises which require teamwork, cooperation, logic and leadership.

There are adrenalin rushes, euphoric moments, feelings of achievement and success.

And there are lots of chances to get very, very wet!

Like the hundreds of other uniformed groups that come to PGL centres each year, you can be confi dent you’re in safe hands and that our staff are experienced, enthusiastic, friendly and well trained.

Trust PGL to deliver great adventures, fantastic value for money and life-changing experiences.



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All AboardAquafun

ArcheryBeach/Coastal WalkBlokartingBMXBodyboardingBurn WalkCanoeingCat WalkChallenge CourseCircus SkillsClimbingCrate ChallengeDragon BoatingDry Slope SkiingEco TrailFencingFirst AidForest TrailGiant SwingHigh Ropes CourseHiking

History TrailJacob’s Ladder

KayakingKeelboat SailingLow Level Ropes CourseMatrixMountain BikingNature TrailOrienteeringPony Trekking Pop MobilityPowerfan®

Problem SolvingQuad BikingRaft BuildingRifle ShootingSensory TrailSequoia Scramble Sports and Team GamesStreet SurfingSurfingSurvivorTrapezeTunnel TrailVertical ChallengeZip Wire



Why Multi-Activity? Because at PGL there are multiple challenges for your group, which means multiple personal triumphs and multiple achievements.With plenty of encouragement from our trained instructors your group will fi nd the motivation to dig deep and fi nd the courage to jump, to climb and to take that leap of faith into the unknown.

So how does it work?There’s a choice of over 50 diff erent adventure activities on land and water. Each day has four, 1½ hour sessions led by trained instructors who support and encourage each individual and include everyone.

Their enthusiasm is infectious and their focus on safety never falters. They create magic around each activity so everyone gets the most from their stay.And after your action-packed day, there’s more to come in a fun-packed evening entertainment programme. Whether it’s ‘ambush’, ‘wacky races’ or ‘campfi re’, our unmissable evening ‘ents’ are guaranteed to keep you and your group busy and happy!Alternatively, if you want to use the time for your own programme, we can arrange that too.

Look out for our uniformed groups only adventure weekends and Brownie exclusive weekends at selected PGL centres throughout the year. Visit www.pgl.co.uk/groups for dates and destinations.

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Multi-ActivityInspiring through adventure

Friday Saturday Sunday

15.30-18.00 Arrive and settle in

Breakfast9.15-10.45 Giant Swing

11.00-12.30 Abseiling

Breakfast9.15-10.45 Archery

11.00-12.30 Climbing

Lunch 14.15-15.45 Canoeing

16.00-17.30 Zip Wire

Lunch 14.15-15.45 Quad Biking

16.00-17.30 Jacob’s Ladder

Dinner19.00-21.00 Evening Entertainment - Wacky Races

18.00 Dinner19.00-21.00 Evening Entertainment – Campfi re

18.00 DinnerDepart for home

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Look out for our uniformed groups only adventure weekends and Brownie exclusive weekends at selected PGL centres throughout the year. Visit www.pgl.co.uk/groups for dates and destinations.



I would recommend this type of holiday to anyone. For any Leader considering it - just do it, you won’t be disappointed. You get plenty of support and will see your girls in a different light!

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Our venueYour eventDo it your wayAre you looking for a venue for your district or county event?

Or an adventure camp for the Cub centenary celebrations?

If you are, a PGL centre could be just what you’re looking for. We have great value venues for 80-1000 guests, with excellent facilities and we’ll provide as much support as you need.

Whatever you have in mind, and whatever the size of your group, we’re happy to tailor-make your stay to suit your requirements.

And we promise to make it easy for you - you can expect:◾ A dedicated space for your group◾ Optional adventure activities supervised by PGL

instructors◾ A PGL group leader who will coordinate your stay and be

on hand exclusively for your group◾ An evening programme run by our team - or access to

facilities to run your own sessions if you prefer◾ Full board accommodation (packed lunches can

be provided)◾ Access to meeting rooms and classrooms if required◾ A generous allocation of free adult places

You’ll fi nd more information about PGL venue hire on

our website,www.pgl.co.uk/

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So, if a tailor-made trip or using one of our venues for your own event interests you, why not talk to us on the number below?

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For me as a Leader, I get a holiday and I get to know my Cubs. Usually, on a camp, I’m running around trying to get 100 jobs done; at PGL I can spend that time with the kids. 2nd Bracknell Cubs

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Paris andDisneyland® ParisParis and Disneyland®: an unforgettable adventure. The Eiff el Tower, Notre Dame, The Louvre, Buzz Lightyear and Mickey Mouse: there’s so much to see and do. How do you get the most out of your visit?

With PGL we’ll help you create an itinerary of popular, tried and tested visits, tailor-made for you and your group, so you get the most out of your stay and return with memories to last a lifetime. Your accommodation is at our exclusive Château de Grande Romaine, set in 70 acres of grounds on the outskirts of Paris.

Don’t worry if you can’t fi ll a coach. We’ll try to twin your group with another small group.

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Exclusive Offers for Uniformed GroupsCheck out our special packages to Paris and Disneyland just for uniformed groups and ideal for those with small numbers. Visit www.pgl.co.uk/parisoff er

Just for GuidesA special tour for Girlguiding in October 2016 - see page 30 for full details.

Friday Saturday Sunday Monday

Arrive at PGL Château de Grande Romaine

Continental BreakfastMorningSightseeing in Paris accompanied by your PGL Tour Leader

Continental BreakfastAll Day A full day at the magical Disneyland Paris (packed lunch provided)

Continental BreakfastReturn travel to the UK (packed lunch provided)

Lunch – packed lunch by the Eiffel TowerAfternoonA visit to the Eiff el Tower and walk along the River Seine

DinnerEvening Entertainment – Crêpe Evening

DinnerOrientation and evening entertainment

DinnerEvening Entertainment - Campfi re

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Fantastic trip, great time had by all. I keep recommending PGL to other Leaders! Great to have evening activities organised for the girls, so leaders can have a break. 5th Banbury Guides

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Comfort & choiceour centresA cut above the restOver the years it’s been group leaders like you who have taught us everything we know about what you want from our centres.

There are lots of locationsChoose from 15 PGL centres around the UK and in Paris – all of them secure and set in inspiring surroundings with plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. All our centres are used exclusively by our own guests and you can choose a centre small enough to welcome just your group – or big enough for a district or regional event.

There’s choiceStay in purpose-built lodges, chalets, a character mansion house or tents in the summer.

There’s adventureSmaller groups and more adventure bases mean each child gets more time doing the things they came to do.

There’s comfortAfter an energetic day outdoors, retreat to a welcoming single or twin room (usually en suite), conveniently close to your group; they also enjoy mostly 4-6 bedded rooms (usually en suite).

Relax in the leaders’ lounge and enjoy complimentary tea and coff ee; there’s usually a bar, a TV lounge and free Wi-Fi too.

And for your group, there’s outdoor space to enjoy; meeting rooms, games rooms – in fact everything you’d expect, and more.

And outstanding staffFinally, making the biggest diff erence to your stay are our expert teams. They are simply the best in the business: enthusiastic, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and exceptionally well trained. And always on hand to give you round-the-clock support.

So, if what you want is a centre that’s a cut above the rest, why look anywhere else?

16 Marchants Hill, Surrey17 Windmill Hill, East Sussex18 Little Canada, Isle of Wight19 Osmington Bay, Dorset20 Barton Hall, South Devon21 Beam House, North Devon22 Liddington, Wiltshire23 Tregoyd and Llwyn Filly,

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24 Boreatton Park, Shropshire25 Hillcrest, Herefordshire26 Caythorpe Court, Lincolnshire27 Winmarleigh Hall, Lancashire28 Dalguise, Perthshire29 Château de Grande Romaine,

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CampingFor the ultimate outdoor experience we offer camping

at some centres during the summer months. This is

exceptional value and great fun. Where you see the

camping symbol the centre will have tents with solid bases and

frame beds. Bathroom facilities are located close by.

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Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery challenge course climbing eco trail

fencing fi rst aid giant swing hiking jacob’s ladder low level ropes course orienteering powerfan® problem solving quad biking raft building rifl e shooting sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze zip wire

When you fi rst take in the breathtaking landscape of the Devil’s Punchbowl at the edge of Marchants Hill, it’s easy to forget you’re so close to the capital.

Marchants Hill is a popular rural retreat with plenty of open space (45 acres of it to be exact), lodge style accommodation, a lake for watersports and hiking opportunities to explore the beautiful surroundings.

Classrooms

Common/games room

Disco/indoor area

Large playing fi eld

Lake

Shop

Sports hall

Leaders’ bar

Leaders’ lounge

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Accommodation LodgesGroups: En suite rooms sleep 6

Leaders: Single or twin en suite rooms

Bethany HouseThis converted convent provides self-contained accommodation for groups and has a capacity of 94

Groups: En suite rooms sleep 4-8


Marchants HillNr Hindhead, SurreyA hop, skip and a jump from London

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/mh360o

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Accommodation LodgesGroups: En suite rooms sleep 5-6

Leaders: Twin en suite rooms

Activitiesabseiling aeroball all aboard aquafun* archery bmx canoeing challenge course climbing eco trail fencing giant swing hiking** jacob’s ladder orienteering problem solving raft building rifl e shooting sensory trail sports and team games trapeze tunnel trail zip wire

*May-Sept **Half-day

Take a dip in the heated outdoor pool and enjoy watching your group test their BMX skills on our purpose-built ‘rhythm’ track. Located close to the coast on the picturesque Sussex Downs, Windmill Hill is a popular destination for groups from London and surrounding areas.

There’s plenty of adventure in the centre grounds and if you want to go further afi eld there’s plenty to explore nearby, including Hastings and Leeds Castle.

Classrooms

Heated outdoor swimming pool (May-Sept)

Lakes

Recreation and shop area

Seminar rooms

Sports hall

Sports pitches

Leaders’ lounges

Leaders’ bar

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Windmill HillNr Hailsham, East SussexOn the beaten track

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/wh360o

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Activitiesabseiling aeroball all aboard aquafun* archery beach walk canoeing cat walk challenge course

circus skills climbing** dragon boating fencing fi rst aid giant swing hiking jacob’s ladder kayaking keelboat sailing low level ropes course matrix nature trail orienteering pop mobility problem solving quad biking raft building sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze tunnel trail zip wire

*Indoor pool **Indoor and outdoor

Accommodation Log CabinsGroups: En suite rooms sleep 4-8

Leaders: Single, twin or triple en suite cabins

Woodlands HouseGroups: En suite rooms sleep 2-8

Leaders: Single or twin rooms mostly en suite

Classrooms

ICT facilities

Indoor Activity Zone

Indoor swimming pool

Shop

Sports hall

Leaders’ bar

Leaders’ lounge

With its woodland log cabins on the banks of Wootton Creek, it’s easy to see how Little Canada got its name. Originally inspired by a village in British Columbia, this picturesque centre has private access to the water making it ideal for watersports.

There’s an exciting range of land-based activities too. The centre is also a perfect base for exploring the natural beauty of the Isle of Wight.

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Little CanadaNr Ryde, Isle of WightA place to discover

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/lc360o

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Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery beach walk climbing dragon boating* fencing fi rst aid giant swing hiking jacob’s ladder kayaking* keelboat sailing* low level ropes course mountain biking** orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building** rifl e shooting sensory trail sports and team games street surfi ng survivor trapeze tunnel trail zip wire

Accommodation ChaletsGroups: En suite rooms sleep 4-6


Classrooms

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Lake

Shop

Sports hall

Leaders’ bar

Leaders’ lounge

It’s where “we do like to be”, and so will you and your group! Located at the heart of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site, near Weymouth, Osmington Bay has direct access to the beach which is ideal for the explorers in your group.

Any budding Olympians will also be thrilled to discover that our watersports take place at the Portland Bay Olympic venue nearby. You’ll also get a great view of the sea from the centre, and an even better one from the top of the Giant Swing...if you dare!

* May - Oct ** On or off-site

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Osmington BayNr Weymouth, DorsetBeside the seaside

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/ob360o

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Accommodation Main House Groups: En suite rooms sleep 4-10


ChaletsGroups: En suite rooms sleep 4-6


Activitiesabseiling aeroball aquafun archery canoeing challenge course climbing

crate challenge dry slope skiing* fencing fi rst aid giant swing hiking jacob’s ladder low level ropes course mountain biking nature trail orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze vertical challenge zip wire

*Supplement applies

At the heart of the English Riviera with views to Torquay, blue fl ag beaches and Dartmoor close by it’s easy to see why Barton Hall is so popular.

There’s a heated outdoor swimming pool, an on-site lake for watersports, and for groups wanting to get some winter sports practice, there’s even a dry ski slope!


Lake

Meeting rooms

Outdoor heated swimming pool

Shop

Leaders’ bar

Leaders’ lounge

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Barton HallNr Torquay, South DevonSea, ski and Torquay!

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/bah



Accommodation Main House Groups: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 8-16. Showers and toilets close by

Leaders: Twin or triple en suite rooms

Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery blokarting bodyboarding challenge course climbing coastal walk fencing fi rst aid high ropes course kite fl ying mountain biking orienteering problem solving quad biking rifl e shooting sensory trail sports and team games street surfi ng surfi ng survivor trapeze zip wire

Here’s the place to go for surfi ng and bodyboarding. Near Bideford in North Devon, close to the beach and surf school at Westward Ho!, Beam House is set in a beautiful wooded valley bound on three sides by the River Torridge.

There are plenty of activities to enjoy in the centre grounds, while comfortable accommodation is provided in the cosy mansion house.

Disco/communal area

Drying room

Shop

Leaders’ lounge

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Beam HouseNr Bideford, North DevonOn the crest of a wave

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/bh



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Accommodation Purpose-built accommodation blocksGroups: En suite rooms sleep 3-6Leaders: Single or twin en suite rooms

King Edward’s HouseConverted country house within the grounds



NEW The RidgewayGroups: En suite rooms sleep 4Leaders: Twin en suite rooms, plus 4 lounges with Wi-Fi

Activity barnClassroomsCommon roomFloodlit sports pitchFootball pitchesGym

Lakes

Lecture theatresMeeting roomsNetball courtsShopLeaders’ barLeaders’ lounges

Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery canoeing challenge course climbing crate challengefencing fi rst aid giant swing jacob’s ladder mountain biking nature trail

orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze tunnel trail vertical challenge zip wire

With acres of space to enjoy, Liddington is one of our biggest centres. Conveniently located just minutes from the M4 near Swindon, this former hotel and conference centre has been fully adapted to provide excellent accommodation and the very best in outdoor activities. Recent investment has provided the new ‘Ridgeway’ accommodation, an indoor activity barn, an extension to the dining hall, more activity bases and another lake for watersports.

There’s plenty of indoor and outdoor space for social time too..

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LiddingtonNr Swindon, WiltshireWide open spaces

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Virtual Tour For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/ld



Accommodation Tregoyd DormitoriesGroups: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 8-18. Showers and toilets located close by

Leaders: Twin or triple en suite rooms

Llwyn Filly DormitoriesGroups: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 6-16

Leaders: Single or twin rooms

Showers and toilets located close by

Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery canoeing challenge course climbing fencing fi rst aid hiking jacob’s ladder kayaking orienteering pony trekking* problem solving quad biking raft building rifl e shooting sensory trail survivor trapeze zip wire

*Supplement applies

Tregoyd House is located in the dramatic Black Mountains, part of the Brecon Beacons National Park. You’ll love its rural, ‘away-from-it-all’ feel and the seven acres of grounds fi lled with exciting adventure activities.

Better still, you’ll enjoy the uniquely beautiful surroundings while canoeing the picturesque River Wye or doing watersports on the nearby private lake. Bringing a younger group or requiring sole occupancy? Why not stay at Llwyn Filly, a cosy converted farmhouse just 5 minutes away.

Tregoyd House

Common room

Shop

Leaders’ lounge

Indoor and outdoor games area

Llwyn Filly

Games fi eld

Lake

Leaders’ lounge

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Tregoyd House &Llwyn Filly Nr Brecon, Powys A welcome in the hillside

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/tg



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Accommodation Mansion HouseGroups: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 6-14. Showers and toilets located close by


LodgesGroups: En suite rooms sleep 4-6


TentsChalet-style tents with solid bases and frame beds

Groups: 4 per tent

Leaders: 1 or 2 per tent. Showers and toilets are located close by with separate facilities for teachers

Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery canoeing challenge course climbing eco trail fencing

giant swing high ropes course history trail horse riding & stable management* jacob’s ladder kayaking low level ropes course orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building rifl e shooting sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze tunnel trail vertical challenge zip wire

*Supplement applies

Located in the beautiful Shropshire countryside, the huge 250 acre grounds of Boreatton Park offer a wide choice of activities. There’s a sports hall, three lakes for watersports and even a river for some scenic canoeing. What more could you want?

Whether you choose to stay in our wooden lodges, tented villages or our impressive mansion house, there are plenty of accommodation options too.

Classrooms

Drying rooms

Football pitch and playing fi elds

Lakes

Meeting rooms

Netball courts

Shop

Sports hall

Leaders’ bar & lounges

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Boreatton ParkNr Shrewsbury, ShropshireSpoilt for choice

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Virtual Tour For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/bp



Accommodation DormitoriesGroups: Rooms with bunk beds sleep 6-16. Showers and toilets located close by

Leaders: Single or twin rooms, en suite or with private facilities nearby

Activitiesabseiling aeroball archery canoeing* challenge course climbing dragon boating eco trail fencing fi rst aid forest trail history trail kayaking low level ropes course orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building rifl e shooting sports and team games survivor trapeze zip wire

Hillcrest is a former salmon fi shing lodge close to the River Wye. Its relatively small size and homely atmosphere make it the perfect centre for younger children, especially if it’s their fi rst trip away.

But don’t let its size deceive you; there’s plenty of outdoor space for children to run about in, and lots of opportunities for them to grow and enjoy learning new skills. Land activities take place in the centre grounds, while the River Wye and our nearby private lake are perfect for watersports.

Basketball court

Floodlit playing fi eld

Indoor space

Common room

Shop

Leaders’ lounge

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HillcrestNr Ross-on-Wye, HerefordshireThe perfect introduction

*on PGL lake or River Wye

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/hc



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Accommodation Lodges and accommodation blocks Single occupancy can be requested for some blocks – subject to minimum numbers



Tented VillageChalet-style tents with solid bases and frame beds

Groups: 5 per tent

Leaders: 1 or 2 per tent

Adjacent shower and toilet facilities

Classrooms

Football pitch and playing fi elds

Lake

Meeting rooms

Shop

Sports hall

Leaders’ bar

Leaders’ lounge

Activitiesabseiling aeroball all aboard archery challenge course climbing fencing giant swing high ropes course jacob’s ladder kayaking low level ropes course

orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building rifl e shooting sensory trail sports and team games survivor trapeze tunnel trail vertical challenge zip wire

Caythorpe court is perfect for groups, large or small, seeking an escape to the country. Located just ten miles north of Grantham, there’s a beautiful Grade II listed mansion house to enjoy, surrounded by 65 acres of grounds with lakes for watersports and all the adventure activities you’d expect from PGL.

There’s a variety of accommodation options in comfortable, three-storey buildings, lodges, and in the summer, chalet-style tents.

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Caythorpe CourtNr Grantham, LincolnshireYou can see for miles

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Virtual Tour For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/cc



Accommodation Groups: A range of accommodation, all en suite, sleeping 2-10


Drying rooms

Floodlit activity areas

Football pitch

Games rooms

Lake

Shop

Leaders’ bar

Leaders’ lounges

Activitiesabseiling all aboard archery canoeing challenge course climbing fencing giant swing high ropes course jacob’s ladder low level ropes course orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building sensory trail survivor trapeze vertical challenge zip wire

Winmarleigh Hall is a great location for groups in the north west of England, offering a rural retreat in 50 acres of gardens and woodland near the Forest of Bowland.

Enjoy the many original features of this Victorian country house combined with its modern facilities. There’s an on-site lake for watersports and a fl oodlit activity area, plus plenty of indoor and outdoor social space for your group to take advantage of.

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Winmarleigh HallNr Preston, LancashireA winning combination

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Accommodation The LodgesGroups: En suite rooms sleep 4-6

Leaders: En suite twin rooms

The StablesGroups: En suite rooms sleep 4-10


Classrooms

Indoor games areas

Lake

Meeting rooms

Shop

Sports dome

Leaders’ lounge

Activitiesabseiling archery burn walkNEW canoeing* cat walk challenge course climbing fencing giant swing hiking** jacob’s ladder mountain biking nature trail

orienteering problem solving quad biking raft building* rifl e shooting sensory trail

sequoia scramble sports and team games survivor trapeze tree climb zip wire

*Mar - Oct **Forest hike

This 18th century mansion house stands in a tranquil wooded valley fi ve miles north of Dunkeld. Beatrix Potter spent her childhood holidays here in the 19th century and is said to have found inspiration for her books from exploring the beautiful countryside nearby.

Today, features include an on-site lake and a sports dome in the grounds for indoor activities.

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DalguiseNr Dunkeld, PerthshireAn inspiring highland hideaway

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Virtual Tour For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/dg



AccommodationGroups: En suite rooms with single and bunk beds sleep 4-8


Basketball courts

Boules pitch

Cinema room

Classrooms

Disco

Football pitches

Games room

On-site activity bases

Outdoor heated swimming pool (May-Sept)

Pool bar

Common room

Shop

Table Tennis

Leaders’ bar

Leaders’ lounge with Wi-Fi

Tennis courts

Volleyball court

Château deGrande Romaine Paris

Our beautiful château is just 20 miles away from central Paris and provides an ideal base to explore the city. With 70 acres of grounds to run around in and a heated outdoor swimming pool to enjoy, you’ll fi nd it’s a welcoming place to relax after a busy day’s excursion.

For groups looking to add that extra bit of magic to their trip, Disneyland® Paris is a 30 minute drive away.

See the sights

Activities

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Abseiling

Archery

Climbing

Low Level Ropes Course

Orienteering

Team Challenge

Trapeze

Zip Wire

Adventure activity sessions at the Château de Grande Romaine are available at a supplement of £9 per person per half-day session.

1 Eiffel Tower or Tour Montparnasse

2 Bateaux Parisiens3 Sacré Coeur and

Montmartre4 Brie-Comte-Robert Market

5 Stade de France6 The Louvre7 Disneyland® Paris8 Notre Dame9 Parc Astérix10 Château de Versailles

Top 10 excursions

For full details of this centre and activities visit www.pgl.co.uk/cgr360o

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Brownie UK exclusive weekends11 special activity weekends.Developed in partnership with Girlguiding, these popular weekends just for Brownies are packed with adventure activities, from climbing and abseiling to giant swing and zip wire.These exclusive weekends are all £79+VAT per person, which includes full board accommodation for two nights, all adventure activities and instruction, evening entertainment, free places for Leaders (1:6) and insurance cover for you and your group.

Who can go?Brownies and their Leaders in the ratio of six Brownies to one Leader. To bring your group to PGL you must hold, or be working towards, the “Going Away With” Licence (modules 1-4 of the Going Away With Scheme), which you can complete by taking your girls to PGL.

2016 Special events PGL Centre When

Marchants Hill, Surrey 26-28 Feb

Caythorpe Court, Lincolnshire 26-28 Feb

Winmarleigh Hall, Lancashire 4-6 Mar 15-17 Apr

Tregoyd House, Brecon Beacons 11-13 Mar9-11 Sep

Hillcrest, Herefordshire 18-20 Mar16-18 Sep

Dalguise, Perthshire 25-27 Mar

Beam House, North Devon 22-24 Apr

Windmill Hill, East Sussex 30 Sep-02 Oct

PGL is delighted to be an offi cial partner of Girlguiding, a partnership which has already resulted in creating the popular Brownie Exclusive Weekends at PGL centres around the country.

Multi-ActivityOur Multi-Activity adventure weekends run throughout the year, off ering you the fl exibility to create adventure programmes to suit your needs; and with more than 50 activities and 15 centres to choose from, you can give your group members the chance to engage in the decision-making process, helping you choose the activities they want to do and where they would like to go.

Activities and Badges

Activities at PGL can contribute to

Guide and Brownie badges:

For details see

www.pgl.co.uk/guidingbadges

Guides’ Paris & Disneyland® special

Château de Grande Romaine 24-27 Oct

Discover the magic of Paris and Disneyland with this special tour just for Girlguiding.Visit the famous landmarks, including the Eiff el Tower, take a trip down the Seine and spend a magical day at Disneyland® Paris. After each day, relax at PGL’s very own Château de Grande Romaine just outside Paris.You’ll receive a warm welcome from our centre team and there’ll be a PGL Tour Leader to take you round Paris. Our £259 Girlguiding Tour includes full board accommodation, excursions as described - including entrance to Disneyland - evening entertainment, free places for Leaders (1:8) and insurance.For qualifi cations a Leader needs to hold or be working towards before taking a group of girls overseas see www.girlguiding.org.uk/travellingabroad


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We liked being on a Brownie Weekend as our Brownies made friends from other packs. It all ran like clockwork and from a Leader’s point of view it was easy! Girls liked being challenged and seeing them conquer their fears was fantastic. 6th Burnley Brownies St. Johns ”Leader’s point of view it was easy! Girls liked being challenged

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Introduce your Cubs and Scouts to new adventures and challenges with a PGL multi-activity course. It’s an action-packed adventure in the safe, secure and fully supported environment of a PGL centre.

PGL provides all meals and activities so there’s no grocery shopping to do, no cooking, no washing up and no activities to organise.

But don’t take our word for it. Here’s what Scout and Cub groups have to say about PGL:

“As Scout leaders we are used to running the trip so this was a real treat to have everything looked after for us and it meant we could enjoy time with the children. It was also good having a full programme of activities.”Spelthorne Cubs

“The whole trip was extremely well organised and run. All the activities were led to a high standard and were extremely safe. Leaders were encouraged to join in, meaning that they also enjoyed the weekend, and the children were given enough support and help to allow them to achieve without forcing them to do things they didn’t want to do. We had a brilliant time.”Lilleshall and Muxton Scout Group

“For us the highlight was seeing our Cubs achieve things that they never dreamed they could. Everyone came away feeling more confi dent and better about themselves.”Wragby Cub Pack

Introduce your Cubs and Scouts to new adventures and challenges with a PGL multi-activity course. It’s an


All activities are supervised by our highly trained

team and many sessions can contribute to

achieving a range of Scout and Cub challenges

and badges, for example; Climbing, Time on the

Water, Dragon Boating, Surfi ng, Orienteering,

Circus Skills and Nights Away, to name just a few.

We also run sleepovers for Beaver Colonies;

please call us for details.

Celebrate the centenaryWhat better way to celebrate the Cub centenary than with a PGL adventure. Our centres can accommodate between 80 and 1,000 guests, with a choice of indoor or tent accommodation, so they’re perfect for an individual pack adventure or a county or district event. Contact us on 08703 800237 to discuss your requirements.

Membership benefi t Once again PGL is delighted to be working with Sainsbury’s Active Kids, enabling Cub and Scout Leaders to redeem Active Kids vouchers and save up to 25% off PGL UK adventures – for further details visit www.pgl.co.uk/activekids



Learning life skills while having fun and adventures in a safe and secure environment is part of what being a Cadet or Badger is all about.

Working in PartnershipPGL is delighted to be working in partnership with St John Ambulance, welcoming regional groups for activity weekends and national events at our centres.

“All instructors were enthusiastic and knowledgeable and took time with the wide range of age groups - 10 to 17 year-olds. Safety messages were good.”St John Ambulance, Norfolk

For fun and friendship, excitement, challenge and new experiences, why not take your Company or Section on a PGL adventure activity trip? We can tailor-make an activity programme to suit the requirements of you and your group. So, if you’re a Company or Section Leader, bring your group to PGL - many of you already do.

Fun and AdventureA trip to a PGL centre is a great way to learn new skills, have fun and develop team spirit and self-confi dence.

“The activity weekend was great, having a PGL group leader (‘groupie’) was fantastic, it took the pressure off Leaders and made it a really easy weekend for us.”3rd Renfrew Boys’ Brigade

“We had three different groups of Boys’ Brigade; they had met before camp, but it was so good to see how they all got on with each other and helped each other. They have learned new social skills and learned to be part of a team and not just thinking of themselves.”Kilsyth Junior Section Boys’ Brigade

Activities and BadgesMany of the activities you can take part in at PGL centres can contribute to the Super Badger Award, particularly the Adventure Badger and Active Badger programmes.


Several activities at PGL centres may be used

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Programme; activities such as Circus Skills,

Canoeing, Raft Building, and Team Games.

Outdoor activities may also provide topics in the

Girls’ Brigade “Physical” category badge work.

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Q. Are PGL centres licensed?

A. As members of the British Activity Providers Association, all our centres are subject to inspection by BAPA. This ensures our safety standards are subject to regular independent external audit even when they are outside the scope of the licensing authority. We are also subject to the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority regulations. These apply to certain activities and full details can be found in our Code of Practice www.pgl.co.uk/cop

Q. What are your staff-to-guest ratios during activity sessions?

A. Our staff-to-guest ratios range from 1:1 (abseiling) to 1:24 (ball sports) depending on the centre and environment where the activities take place. Full details of all staff-to-guest ratios are detailed in our Code of Practice.

Q. What if a member of my group can’t go on the trip?

A. Once paid, deposits are not refundable; however they are transferable if replacements can be found. Cancellation charges are detailed in our Terms and Conditions. If the cancellation falls within the terms of the insurance (e.g. illness or parental redundancy) it may be possible to make a claim.

Q. Do you have fi re drills on centre?

A. On arrival all guests receive a fi re safety briefi ng and are shown emergency exits and meeting points as well as the evacuation procedures. These will include the role of the Party Leader, who is responsible for evacuation and assembly of their party. A full fi re drill including all children, adults, Party Leaders and staff is available on request. For UK centres, a fi re risk assessment has been completed for each centre, as required by law. Each PGL centre is also subject to a regular detailed safety audit to ensure that standards are constantly maintained. Centres in France are subject to local inspection.

Q. Can I cook my own food?

A. No. Full board accommodation is included in the cost of your trip. Our menus are designed to promote healthy eating and are freshly prepared on centre making the most of seasonal ingredients. Most special dietary requirements can be catered for if we are notifi ed in advance.

Q. Do you provide risk assessments?

A. Yes, risk assessments of each centre are frequently reviewed and cover all aspects of our operation including our centre facilities and activities. We produce a Code of Practice document which outlines our main policies. A summary of risk assessments is available on our website www.pgl.co.uk/ra

Q. Is my group fully insured or do I need separate insurance?

A. Extensive insurance cover is included in the cost of all overnight trips and covers each child and adult for the whole period of the trip including travel to and from your chosen centre. It also covers all the adventure activities organised by PGL, plus Organiser Liability for up to £5 million. Full details of the policy are available online at www.pgl.co.uk and will also be sent with your booking confi rmation.

Q. Are all your instructors qualifi ed?

A. Where activities take place in an “open” environment, we adhere to National Governing Body (NGB) guidelines on staff qualifi cations, staff-to-guest ratios and operational procedures. Where activities take place in the “closed” environment of our centre grounds, instructors will hold an NGB qualifi cation, or, in the absence of an appropriate award, will have received verifi ed in-house training, or been assessed to the satisfaction of a person appropriately qualifi ed with the relevant NGB. Our permanent, highly qualifi ed senior staff are responsible for delivering in-house training and assessment, as well as setting up courses with appropriate NGBs.

Q. What happens in the event of an accident or illness of one of my party?

A. All participants are accompanied by, or have access to, at leastone person with a current nationally recognised fi rst aid qualifi cation.Each of our centres has a supervised sickbay and/or medical/fi rst aid facility. We have established good relationships with local doctors, dentists and hospitals in proximity to all our centres. Our staff are aware of procedures to be followed in dealing with an accident or emergency, but they will liaise closely with you to ensure that we comply with your wishes. Records are kept of any accidents or incidents.

Q. Should participants be able to swim?

A. Swimming ability of all participants should be indicated at the time of booking. Lifejackets or buoyancy aids are always worn for watersports, except body boarding and surfi ng sessions, where, if participants are able to swim 50 metres or more, they are not required to wear them. For all water based activities participants must be water confi dent in a lifejacket or buoyancy aid.

Water confi dence is defi ned as the ability to duck the head underwater, and also swim 15 metres in a lifejacket or buoyancy aid, confi dently and without signs of panic. Party Leaders are advised to check that the PGL policy conforms to their Local Authority guidelines. At most centres alternative activities are available for participants who are not water confi dent.

Q. Can a PGL course contribute towards badges and awards?

A. Yes, many PGL activities can contribute to the badges and awards run by uniformed groups; where appropriate, activity programmes can be tailored to meet some or all of the criteria required.

PGL is a member of ABTA, which means our customers benefi t from ABTA’s assistance and Code of Conduct. Many of the travel products we offer are protected in the event of the fi nancial failure of the company, so please ask us about the protection which applies to your booking.

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Find out more

Our affi liations: your peace of mindFind out which partnerships and affi liations are in place to ensure your PGL experience is the best it can be and of the highest possible standard. www.pgl.co.uk/affi liations

Organising your trip is simple and straightforward with MyPGL where you can access your booking details, essential information, documents and presentations for parents 24/7.www.pgl.co.uk/mypgl

MyPGL A-Z of activities

Visit the centre web pages to see our activities in action, with detailed descriptions, photos and videos.

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Virtual Tours Visit the centre web pages to explore our centres inside and out with our 360o virtual tours. You can take a tour of the centre, see our facilities and get a glimpse of our adventure activities in action.

New!

Leader Guide Everything you need at your fi ngertips, from risk assessments and Codes of Practice to insurance documents, menus, itineraries and FAQs.www.pgl.co.uk/leader



Free preview weekendsSee for yourselfWe can tell you all about the PGL experience, but nothing beats seeing it for yourself.

We believe the benefi ts of our residential experience speak for themselves, which is why we’d like to invite you as a uniformed group leader, your partner and family (up to two children) to enjoy a free preview weekend, or just come for the day, at one of the PGL centres listed opposite.

Previews enable you to experience at fi rst hand the benefi ts your group could gain from a PGL residential. You can meet the centre team, check out the facilities, accommodation, menu and even try out the activities yourself. Full board accommodation and all activities and instruction are provided free of charge.

Where and when in 2015Caythorpe Court, Lincolnshire 5-6 September Marchants Hill, Surrey 12-13 SeptemberWinmarleigh Hall, Lancashire 19-20 SeptemberDalguise, Perthshire 26-27 September Little Canada, Isle of Wight 3-4 October Boreatton Park, Shropshire 10-11 October Windmill Hill, East Sussex 17-18 October Liddington, Wiltshire 7-8 November Osmington Bay, Dorset 7-8 November

See online for 2016 dates

Call us to book your places



How to bookStep oneContact us for a quoteCall us on 08703 800 237 for a competitive quote and to discuss your requirements. Alternatively, visit www.pgl.co.uk/quote for an online quote and we’ll contact you with prices and availability when it’s convenient for you.

Step twoMake a no-obligation provisional bookingCall 08703 800 237 to make a no-obligation provisional booking and we will reserve accommodation at the centre of your choice. We will then send you a booking form and everything you need to proceed with your booking.

Step threeAdvertise your tripWe will send you a provisional booking pack containing useful information and promotional material including:Leader Guide - packed with useful information, including how to proceed with your booking.Information Booklets - giving parents and group members information about the trip including what to pack, details of insurance cover and a sample itinerary.

Step fourConfi rm your bookingReturn your completed booking form along with the deposits (see opposite). Although deposits are not refundable they can be transferred to another group member if a replacement is found.

PGL takes care of the rest Our friendly customer support team at our Head Offi ce is on hand to offer any assistance you may require and answer any questions you may have.

MyPGLMyPGL is our online resource which

enables you to monitor your booking

and access and download forms and

useful information. Once we have

processed your provisional booking

you will be able to register by email.

UK DEPOSITSDuration Deposit 2 nights £20 + VAT3 nights £20 + VAT4 nights or more £25 + VAT

PARIS AND DISNEYLAND® PARISMethod of Travel Deposit Coach £50 Air £100 An interim payment is required for France.

All amounts are payable per paying passenger. The fi nal balance is payable 8 weeks prior to departure. As soon as we have received your fi nal balance and party information, we will forward your fi nal travel details, itinerary and luggage labels.

DISNEYLAND TICKETSFor a Disney standard ticket (1 day 1 park) please add £25 per child - minimum 20 children. Adult tickets are free of charge in the ratio of 1:10. For additional adult tickets please add £33.50 per person. Other ticket types are available, please call for details.

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Centres in England and Wales

Dalguise, Scotland

What’s included

2016 prices UK Prices are per person and based on a minimum group size of 8.

in the UK ◾ Full board accommodation as described◾ Daily programme of adventure activities◾ Activity instruction and supervision including specialist equipment◾ Supervised evening entertainment programme◾ PGL staff support during your stay◾ Generous free places for Group Leaders and accompanying adults in

the ratio of 1:8 full fare paying passengers (except Brownie Exclusive weekends where the ratio is 1:6 - see pages 30-31 for details)

◾ Substantial discounts for Group Leaders’ family members ◾ Support material to help you promote your trip◾ Extensive insurance cover for resident UK groups◾ PGL is a member of ABTA which means our customers benefi t from

ABTA’s assistance and Code of Conduct

What is extra?◾ Travel to and from the centre◾ Meals en route to the centre◾ Bedding*◾ Spending money

in ParisAs the UK plus:◾ Door-to-door transport from mainland Britain - executive coach travel

and Dover/Folkestone to Calais/Dunkirk ferry crossing, including road tolls and taxes

◾ Use of coach throughout your stay, subject to EU drivers’ regulations◾ PGL excursion notes and itinerary booking service◾ All bedding◾ 24-hour PGL telephone helpline whilst travelling◾ VAT on Tour Operator’s Margins (TOMS)

Groups wishing to travel to Paris by air or Eurostar – pleasecontact us.

What is extra in Paris?◾ Entrance fees for excursions◾ Meals en route to the centre◾ Spending money◾ Passport fees◾ Western routes and other ferry crossings (subject to availability)◾ Adventure Activities at Château de Grande Romaine (£9 per person per

half-day session)

Departures on or between1 Jan - 11 Feb

12 Feb - 24 Mar

25 Mar - 2 May

3 May - 26 May

27 May - 5 Jun

6 Jun - 26 Jun

27 Jun - 7 Aug

8 Aug - 25 Aug

26 Aug - 28 Aug

29 Aug - 8 Sep

9 Sep - 27 Oct

28 Oct - 28 Nov

Indoor En Suite Accommodation Fri-Sun (2 nights) 3 days £59+VAT £74+VAT £94+VAT £114+VAT £89+VAT £129+VAT £99+VAT £89+VAT £114+VAT £74+VAT £94+VAT £59+VAT

Fri-Mon (3 nights) 4 days £69+VAT £84+VAT £99+VAT £139+VAT £104+VAT £149+VAT £124+VAT £104+VAT £129+VAT £84+VAT £109+VAT £69+VAT

Mon-Fri (4 nights) 5 days £134+VAT £149+VAT £199+VAT n/a £199+VAT n/a £210+VAT £199+VAT n/a £154+VAT n/a £134+VAT

Sat-Sat (7 nights) 8 days £179+VAT £199+VAT £234+VAT n/a £239+VAT n/a £284+VAT £239+VAT n/a £214+VAT n/a £179+VAT

Indoor Non-En Suite Accommodation Fri-Sun (2 nights) 3 days n/a £69+VAT £84+VAT £109+VAT £84+VAT £124+VAT £89+VAT £84+VAT £109+VAT £64+VAT £84+VAT £49+VAT

Fri-Mon (3 nights) 4 days n/a £79+VAT £94+VAT £134+VAT £99+VAT £144+VAT £114+VAT £99+VAT £124+VAT £74+VAT £99+VAT £59+VAT

Mon-Fri (4 nights) 5 days n/a £144+VAT £189+VAT n/a £189+VAT n/a £200+VAT £189+VAT n/a £144+VAT n/a £124+VAT

Sat-Sat (7 nights) 8 days n/a £189+VAT £219+VAT n/a £229+VAT n/a £274+VAT £229+VAT n/a £204+VAT n/a £169+VAT

Tent Accommodation Fri-Sun (2 nights) 3 days n/a n/a n/a n/a £74+VAT £99+VAT £99+VAT £69+VAT £79+VAT £49+VAT n/a n/a Fri-Mon (3 nights) 4 days n/a n/a n/a n/a £89+VAT £109+VAT £109+VAT £84+VAT £99+VAT £69+VAT n/a n/a Mon-Fri (4 nights) 5 days n/a n/a n/a n/a £154+VAT n/a £154+VAT £179+VAT n/a £124+VAT n/a n/a Sat-Sat (7 nights) 8 days n/a n/a n/a n/a £199+VAT n/a £219+VAT £219+VAT n/a £179+VAT n/a n/a

Departures on or between1 Jan -11 Feb

12 Feb - 23 Mar

24 Mar - 2 May

3 May - 23 Jun

24 Jun - 25 Aug

26 Aug -6 Oct

7 Oct - 31 Dec

Indoor En Suite Accommodation Fri-Sun (2 nights) 3 days £59+VAT £69+VAT £89+VAT £124+VAT £94+VAT £89+VAT £59+VAT

Fri-Mon (3 nights) 4 days £69+VAT £79+VAT £99+VAT £144+VAT £104+VAT £99+VAT £69+VAT

Mon-Fri (4 nights) 5 days £134+VAT £139+VAT £184+VAT n/a £199+VAT £184+VAT £134+VAT

Sat-Sat (7 nights) 8 days £179+VAT £194+VAT £224+VAT n/a £259+VAT £224+VAT £179+VAT

Château de Grande Romaine, Paris Prices are per person based on 35 paying passengers.

Departures on or between1 Jan - 2 Feb

12 Feb - 19 Feb

20 Feb - 10 Apr

11 Apr - 24 Apr

25 Apr - 8 May

9 May - 22 May

23 May - 5 Jun

6 Jun - 21 Jul

22 Jul - 21 Aug

22 Aug - 2 Oct

3 Oct - 27 Oct

28 Oct - 31 Dec

Indoor En Suite Accommodation Weekend (Fri - Mon) 4 days £201 £209 £250 £273 £309 £323 £329 £363 £259 £237 £258 £230 Midweek (Mon- Fri) 5 days £241 £252 £309 £369 £421 £449 £458 £498 £345 £301 £329 £289

*Most groups prefer to bring their own bedding (duvet/sleeping bag and pillow); however, bedding is available at a supplement of £9.50+VAT per person. At all centres bedding is provided for adults and a fi tted sheet is provided on every bed for guests.



1. ContractFor bookings to UK centres and to overseas centres by coach, the contract is with PGL Travel Ltd, ABTA bonded member V2683. For air groups the contract is with PGL Air Travel Ltd which is protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under ATOL 4630. The registered offi ce forboth companies is at Alton Court, Penyard Lane, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5GL.PGL Travel Ltd is a Member of ABTA with membership number V2683. ABTA and ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you byABTA’s Code of Conduct. For further information about ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street, London, SE1 9EQ Tel: 020 3117 0500 or www.abta.com.A contract will only exist when we have received the required deposit and have acknowledged receipt of your completed form by the issue of our booking confi rmation.The person signing the booking form accepts the following conditions on behalf of all party members and will be our sole point of contact for correspondence. The contract between us is governed by the Law of England and Wales and any dispute will be dealt with under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of England and Wales, except if you live in Scotland, when you may choose to have the contract governed by the laws of Scotland, and any dispute dealt with in the Scottish Courts.

2. Financial SecurityFor bookings to UK centres and to overseas centres by coach, PGL Travel Ltd holds a bond with ABTA. This arrangement means your money will be refunded or you will be brought back to the UK (where your contracted arrangements include return travel to the UK) if already abroad in the unlikely event of our being unable to provide your holiday due to our insolvency.PGL Air Travel Limited holds an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) (ATOL number 4630). This means the bookings inclusive of air travel are ATOL protected. We, or the suppliers identifi ed on your ATOL Certifi cate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certifi cate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. If we, or the suppliers identifi ed on your ATOL certifi cate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefi t on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefi t you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us (or your credit card issuer where applicable).You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.

3. DepositsBefore a booking can be considered fi rm, the Party Leader must sign our booking form and forward the deposit for each paying member of the party as defi ned on page 40. This deposit is not refundable, unless under the terms of our insurance cover. Please make cheques payable to PGL Travel Ltd. or PGL Air Travel Ltd. if travelling by air. For UK schools and groups, insurance cover is included and commences when the deposit payment is received. Insurance cover can be arranged for non-UK schools and groups at a supplement.

4. PaymentThe fi nal balance must be settled no later than 8 weeks prior to your course or by return of post where receipt of invoice is within 8 weeks. If the fi nal balance is not received by the due dates, this will be a breach of the contract between us, entitling us to treat the booking as cancelled by you. In these circumstances, the contractbetween us will remain in force until you receive our written advice and cancellation invoice.

5. CancellationIn the event of cancellation by a paying member more than 8 weeks before your course, the deposit may be transferred to a substitute member. However, if this is not possible, then the deposit will be retained by us. For cancellations made less than 8 weeks prior to your course, the payments made may be transferred to a substitute member but we reserve the right to charge an administration fee of £25, plus any direct costs incurred. For air tours, cancellation charges may apply inaccordance with section 7b and the individual airline policy. However, if a transfer is not possible, please write to us immediately giving full details. The cancellation will be subject to the following charges:- 56-29 days before your course: 60%- 28-15 days before your course: 80%- 14 days or less before your course: 100%The date of effective cancellation is calculated on the day of receipt of written advice. If any cancellation brings the number of group members below the minimum number required to qualify for a particular price, then the price will be adjusted accordingly. Please note that cancellation charges may be reclaimed, via insurance, provided that the cancellation occurs within the terms of the policy - e.g. necessary cancellation due to injury or illness of the party member or parent or parental redundancy, etc.

6. Price InformationOur prices are published in good faith, based on the current academic year. If amendments to term dates result in changes to peak dates in 2015, we reserve the right to amend our published price bands. The exchange rate used for overseas courses and quoted below was published in “The Financial Times” on 10 February 2015, £1 = 1.375 Euros.All prices for UK courses and overseas trips by coach are guaranteed against any surcharge, except changes in the rate of VAT, subject to payments being received by the due dates. If payments are not received by the due dates, your course may be subject to surcharges on currency, unforeseen increases in transportation costs and seaport charges, in addition to any surcharges resulting from governmental action.For tours by air, prices and fl ight details (if information has been released by airlines) will be confi rmed at the time of making a provisional booking, but are subject to a surcharge on the following items: currency, government action, VAT, enforced increases in labour costs,aircraft fuel, overfl ying charges, airport charges and increases in air fares. In all cases where a surcharge is

applicable we will absorb an amount equal to 2% of the tour price, excluding any insurance premium, amendment fees and changes in VAT. Only amounts in excess of 2% will be surcharged with a £1 per person administration charge. If this means paying more than 10% of the course price you will be entitled to cancel the course plus a full refund of all money paid (minus insurance premiums and any amendment fees incurred). Should you wish to cancel because of this, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on the surcharge advice. You will be notifi ed up to 30 days prior to departure if a surcharge is due on your course.

7. Alterations & Amendments By YouShould you wish to make any changes to your confi rmed booking, you must notify us in writing as soon as possible. Where we can meet your request, a fee of £25 per amendment will be payable together with any costs incurred by ourselves and any costs or charges incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers in making the change.a) On courses by coach, additions to your party are usually possible at any time right up to the day prior to travel. However you must always check with us fi rst by telephoning 08703 800 237. If any addition is made within 8 weeks of departure we reserve the right to charge an administration fee of £25 per amendment.b) For courses by air it is the Party Leader’s responsibility to ensure that all names are given in full and exactly as shown on the individuals’ passport. This information is often required at an early stage of booking and some airlines may not permit name changes. Most however will treat name changes as cancellations and charge accordingly. We will pass these charges on to you. Once tickets have been issued or in the case of low cost carriers once names have been received, airlines will usually charge the full cost of the fl ight if a name is changed. If your fi nal balance is overdue at the time of requesting this change this also must be paid in full before the change can be made.

8. If We Are Forced To Change ThingsThe arrangements announced in this brochure or price list or website or when quoted to you are given in good faith. Occasionally we have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. Most changes will be minor and all will be advised at the earliest possible date.In the unlikely event of it proving necessary to alter signifi cantly or cancel your course, we will offer a suitable alternative if available or 100% refund (within 14 clear days) if we are not able, in our opinion, to offer an alternative that is suffi ciently comparable. Compensation will be paid as below, per full fare paying passenger, if we have to make a major change to your course within eight weeks of commencement, unless the change is dueto circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to war, the threat of war, riot, civil strife, actual or threatened terrorist activity, act of God, industrial dispute, governmental action, epidemic, disease, adverse weather or natural or nuclear disaster:- 56-29 days: 10% of course price per person- 28-15 days: 15% of course price per person- 14 days or less: 25% of course price per person

9. Travel Tickets & VouchersThese are valid in conjunction with the particular travel arrangements booked and the route specifi ed. No refund can be made for lost, mislaid, unused, unendorsed or expired tickets, coupons or vouchers. Any details given are provisional and do not commit any airline mentioned to providing a service.

10. LiabilityWe will only accept responsibility for any personal illness, injury or death which results from the negligent (as the word is understood in English law) acts or omissions of any servant or agent, or any supplier working on our behalf in the provision of services or facilities to you and whilst acting within the scope of their employment. We will also accept responsibility for those elements of the course arrangements which are under our direct control and for the acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents, sub-contractors and suppliers. We can only be liable for the provision of special requests where we have confi rmed their availability in writing beforehand.Please note, however, that we do not accept liability for any air or sea carriers whose individual conditions of carriage apply and are often subject to international agreements. We cannot be held responsible for the loss of enjoyment or additional expenses due to delays or changes in any travel arrangements or other services which are caused by circumstances amounting to force majeure such as war, the threat of war, riot, civil strife, industrial dispute, actual or threatened terrorist activity, act of God, industrial dispute, governmental action, epidemic, disease, adverse weather or natural or nuclear disaster: Our liability in all cases (except those involving illness, injury or death) is limited to 50% of the invoiced tour value per passenger in addition to a full refund. We cannot be held responsible for the failure or inability of any equipment or computer programme to recognise or correctly interpret or process any date as the true or correct date, or to continue to function correctly beyond that date. Should you or any member of your party have the misfortune to suffer illness, injury or death during the period of your course arising out of an activity which does not form part of the arrangements made by us, we shall, where appropriate, give you every help that we can by way of initial assistance, including initial legal costs associated therewith, up to a maximum value of £5,000 per booking form. You must request such assistance within 90 days from the date of the misadventure and in the event of there being a successful claim for costs against a third party or there being suitable insurance policies in force, the costs incurred by us shall be recoverablefrom you.

11. Complaints ProcedureIf there is any problem with your course, we want to be the fi rst to hear about it. It is essential that you contact your centre manager as soon as possible so that we can try to rectify the situation on the spot. In the unlikely event that the matter remains unresolved, please write to us immediately on your return and we will do our utmost to fi nd a satisfactory solution. Notice in writing of any claim or dispute must be received by us within 28 days of the date on which the course ended. If any dispute on a course booked with PGL Travel Limited cannot be amicably settled, it may be possible to refer it to arbitration under a special scheme arranged by the Institute of Arbitration in conjunction with the Association of British Travel Agents. This scheme provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone, with a restricted liability on a customer in respect of costs. The scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims which are solely or mainly in respect of physical injury or illness or the consequences of such injury or illness, except for small compensation claims for minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,000 per person. Application for arbitration must be made within 9 months of return from the tour. Further details can be supplied by ABTA on request.

Terms & conditionsPlease take the time to read the following conditions carefully. They are the basis for the contract between us and will assist you with your future plans.

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12. Personal PropertyYour personal property, including baggage, is your own responsibility at all times, unless any loss or damage is due to our negligence or failure to carry out our responsibility.

13. SupervisionAdults accompanying the party agree to act ‘in loco parentis’ at all times and will adequately supervise all members of the party. Where applicable, this responsibility is delegated to PGL centre staff e.g. for activity sessions.It is the Party Leader’s responsibility to ensure that:a) No group member under 18 consumes alcoholic beverages without prior written consent of the parent/guardian.b) No group member smokes on coaches, in any accommodation, in any smoke free places or behaves in any other way which may cause a fi re hazard.c) All group members wear the lap belts provided for all journeys by coach. (Not always applicable to coaches sourced overseas)d) No group member breaks a UK or local law.These matters must be discussed with your group prior to your course. If further details are required, please ask for a copy of the UK or overseas Centres ‘Code of Practice’ which includes a copy of our ‘Code of Conduct’ as well as a clarifi cation of responsibilities for the supervision of visiting groups.

14. Travel ArrangementsLength of CourseIn brochure descriptions, PGL considers Day 1 as the day of arrival at UK centres and the day of departure from the UK port/airport for overseas courses. The fi nal day is the departure day from UK centres and the arrival back at UK port/airport for overseas courses. For groups which have a long journey to and from the UK centre, port or airport, such as groups from the North of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, the actual number of days involved overall may be greater than the advertised tour length.

Coach TravelFor overseas courses, return coach travel from point of departure to centre is included for groups- subject to minimum numbers. Some supplements may also apply to groups travelling from the far north of Scotland. Coach travel is an optional extra for UK courses. We use reliable operators offering modern, comfortable coaches with excellent back-up and breakdown cover. Our coach contract for all tour departures stipulates post 2008 vehicles in compliance with strict UK and EU Coaching Regulations including R66 roll-over protection. Coaches used on transfers to airports or UK centres are contracted to be no more than 10 years old. Please note the following details:a) Use of coach: At overseas centres your coach is available to carry out your own choice of local visits and excursions, subject to EU drivers’ hours regulations. Please note, groups will be unable to use their coach on the afternoon of arrival in resort or on the morning of the day of departure from centre.b) Drivers’ hours: All itineraries are agreed with coach companies prior to departure and adhere to strict EU driving regulations. All British coaches we use must be fi tted with a tachograph to monitor driver hours.c) Seat Belts in Coaches: By law, all British coaches transporting young people under 16 years of age are required to be fi tted with lap belts. Coaches contracted by PGL will conform to this requirement. The Party Leader and other accompanying adults are responsible for ensuring that the lap belts are worn at all times during coach travel. Please note that coaches hired locally on the Continent are not yet subject to the same legislation.d) Cross-Channel Arrangements: All cross-Channel

arrangements are based on short-sea car ferry services or the Eurotunnel service (if requested) and are subject to availability. Unless instructed otherwise, we will book the most convenient crossing available for your group.Air Travel Flights booked may be operated by either a charter or scheduled service of a major airline. Flights will be in economy class. All overseas transfers are included; however transfers from point of departure to a UK airport are not included but we will be happy to provide a competitive quote. Please note that: In accordance with EU Directive (EC) No. 2111/2005, Article 9, we are required to bring to your attention the existence of a ‘Community List’ which contains details on air carriers that are subject to an operating ban within the EU Community. Please refer to http://ec.europa.eu/ transport/air-ban/list_en.htmIn accordance with EU Regulations we are required to advise you of the carrier or, if the carrier is not known, the likely carrier that will operate your fl ight at the time of booking. Where we are only able to inform you of the likely carrier at the time of booking, we shall inform you of the identity of the actual carrier as soon as we become aware of this. The UK departure airport, overseas arrival airport, carrier and fl ight timings shown in this brochure, on our website or in any other promotional material and detailed on your Booking Confi rmation are for guidance only and are subject to alteration and confi rmation. The latest route, timings and carrier will be shown on your tickets which will be despatched to you approximately two weeks before departure. You must accordingly check your tickets very carefully immediately on receipt to ensure you have the correct route, fl ight times and carrier. It is possible that UK departure airport, overseas arrival airport, carrier and/or fl ight times may be changed even after tickets have been despatched - we will contact you as soon as possible if this occurs. Any change in UK departure airport, overseas arrival airport, the identity of the carrier, fl ight timings, and/or aircraft type (if given) will not entitle you to cancel or change other arrangements without paying our normal charges except where specifi ed in these conditions.If your fl ight is cancelled or delayed, your fl ight ticket is downgraded or boarding is denied by your airline in circumstances which would entitle you to claim compensation and/or another remedy from the airline under EC Regulation No 261/2004 - the Denied Boarding Regulations 2004, you must pursue the airline for any compensation due to you. All sums you receive or are entitled to receive from the airline concerned by virtue of these Regulations represent the full amount of your entitlement to compensation or any other payment arising from such cancellation, delay, downgrading or denied boarding. This includes any disappointment, distress, inconvenience or effect on any other arrangements. The fact a delay may entitle you to cancel your fl ight does not automatically entitle you to cancel any other arrangements even where those arrangements have been made in conjunction with your fl ight. We have no liability to make any payment to you in relation to the Denied Boarding Regulations or in respect of any fl ight cancellation or delay, downgrading of any fl ight ticket or denial of any boarding as the full amount of your entitlement to any compensation or other payment (as dealt with above) is covered by the airline’s obligations under the Denied Boarding Regulations. If, for any reason, you do not claim against the airline and make a claim for compensation or any other sum from us, you must, at the time of payment of any compensation or other sum to you, make a complete assignment to us of the rights you have against the airline in relation to the claim that gives rise to that compensation payment. If your airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Civil Aviation Authority, www.caa.co.uk

Groups Travelling from Outside Mainland BritainFor parties from Northern Ireland and other offshore locations inclusive arrangements start at the appropriate UK mainland port/airport. If the tour starts at a port/airport other than in the UK, a supplement may be payable for additional transport arrangements.Timings and ItinerariesAll itineraries, journey times, timings of ferry crossings/routes specifi ed are given as guidance only and may be subject to change upon fi nal confi rmation.ExcursionsPlease note that excursions are an optional extra on UK courses unless specifi cally included in your itinerary. Excursions are an integral part of the course at some overseas centres. An information pack about your overseas centre containing detailed information on all places of interest will be sent after confi rmation of your booking. All you need to do is select the local visits and excursions you would like to make and we will contact each place of interest on your behalf. There is no administrative charge whatsoever for this service. Entrance fees to places of interest are payable in local currency by you on arrival at that visit unless otherwise stated. Where payment has been made in advance by PGL on your behalf for a visit, guided visit or excursion, we cannot refund any monies to the group for nonattendance or cancellation of the visit. The prices we provide for visits and excursions are correct at the time of printing and we cannot accept responsibility for price changes without notifi cation prior to departure.All visits and excursions to places of interest are subject to availability. Where a visit is not possible, every effort will be made to fi nd an alternative. Visits are made on the terms and conditions advertised by the place of interest for which PGL can accept no liability, unless payment is made by ourselves as an integral part of your course. Please note that your chosen itinerary is subject to EU drivers’ hours regulations.

15. Passports & VisasThe Party Leader is entirely responsible for the completion of passport formalities and other personal arrangements which may be necessary such as visas for non-British citizens.Collective & Individual PassportsFor information concerning individual and collective passports please visit the Home Offi ce Identity and Passport Service website www.direct.gov.uk/passports The destinations featured in this brochure do not currently require British citizens to hold a visa. Non- British passport holders are advised to check with the relevant Consulate/s with regard to individual visa requirements. Collective Passports for group members aged 17 years or under are currently accepted by all the countries we visit.

16. Health MattersThe Party Leader signing the Booking Form is entirely responsible for passing on any health requirement information to other party members. Party Leaders may wish to refer to the Department of Health leafl et T7.1 ‘Health Advice for Travellers’ which offers health information for all destinations. Copies are available from Post Offi ces nationwide. Although PGL’s extensive insurance covers the cost of emergency medical treatment abroad, we would still recommend that all party members travelling within the EU have a valid EHIC.

17. Special RequestsAny special requests must be clearly notifi ed to us in writing. We do our best to meet any special requests made by you and ensure that these are forwarded to the appropriate persons. We cannot guarantee, however, that

special requests will be fulfi lled and failure to do so does not constitute a breach of contract. Special requests will only be held to form part of the contract between you and the Company when they have been confi rmed in writing to be guaranteed by the Company.

18. Ages & Additional Adultsa) Prices are valid for group members aged up to 18 years on the day of departure unless otherwise specifi ed. Group members over 18 may be required to pay a small supplement. Details of supplements are available on request.b) Accompanying adults over and above the free place allowance may join the course at a supplementary charge, subject to availability of accommodation.c) PGL reserves the right to re-cost the course if more than 30% of the party is aged 21 years and over.

19. Additional RequirementsWe are continually working to enable all young people to enjoy the many benefi ts of our courses and tours. If members of your party have additional requirements, relating for example to disability, culture, diet etc, please provide full details at the time of booking. We will be pleased to undertake a fair assessment of service provision and identify appropriate resources with reference to such considerations as access, successful participation and health and safety.

20. Data ProtectionWe have measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by us. The contact details supplied, including postal address, telephone and email address, will only be used to fulfi l course/tour administration and to communicate details of PGL’s products and services. The personal information supplied about party members will only be used to allow our employees, agents, subcontractors and suppliers to provide the promised service to our normal high standards.

21. VATWe can only issue a VAT invoice for courses at our UK centres. Courses overseas fall within the Tour Operators Margin Scheme (TOMS), and therefore it is not possible to issue a VAT invoice.

22. PhotographyWe occasionally take pictures/video for PGL promotional purposes, including (but not limited to) online, printed material and press releases. If any member of your group wishes NOT to appear in any such photography/video please let us know in writing prior to your course, and once at centre ensure that the PGL Group Leader with you is also made aware of any such restrictions.

23. MarketingPGL may use your written feedback in promotional materials whether it reaches us in letters or on our feedback forms. If you do not wish to be quoted, please could you inform us on any written material you send us.

24. Brochure InformationThe information contained in this brochure is accurate and correct as far as can be reasonably ascertained on the publication date, September 2015. If we ascertain ourselves or are notifi ed of any subsequent changes to the details contained herein, we will advise you as soon as is reasonably possible.



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