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Residentials at the centre
Flexible residential stays in Lancashire for youth groups, schools, church retreats, sports teams, university groups, leadership programmes, adventure weekends and music bands
Accommodation, activities and catering all on one site.
Safeguarding compliant · Fully insured · Established 1989 · Lancashire Activity Centre
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Who is your residential for?
Select a group type — the content below will show what we offer, typical groups and how to get a quote.
Youth group residentials
Weekend and week-long residentials tailored for youth organisations of all types — from uniformed groups to church and community youth projects. We have indoor accommodation, structured activity options and space to run your own programme.
- Accommodation layouts that make supervision straightforward and keep your group together
- Activity planning to fit your programme and time on site
- Self-catered or catered options with clear confirmation of what's included
- Exclusive building use — one group at a time so your stay isn't shared with strangers
"Great centre. We've used it for indoor residential training courses and outdoor camps. Great facilities and a really good sports hall. Highly recommended."
Supporting uniformed youth organisations for over 37 years.
Groups who regularly use the Centre
Welcoming groups from across the UK and internationally.
School residential trips
Structured residential stays with clear supervision, practical planning support and indoor activity space for all weather. Works well for curriculum-linked trips, enrichment weeks and end-of-term residentials where clear organisation is essential.
- Risk-aware planning — clear site information and risk assessments to support trip organisers
- Accommodation guidance based on age groups and required staffing ratios
- Meals and dietary needs supported via catered or self-catered options
- Supervision practicalities — suggested rooming layouts and bed allocation tools
- Indoor activity space available regardless of weather — sports hall and sessions room
Church Retreats & gatherings
A calm, practical base for reflection, worship, teaching and church weekends away. Indoor meeting space, flexible accommodation and activity areas — indoors and outdoors — support your programme whatever the weather.
- Meeting spaces for worship, sessions and small group work
- Flexible meal arrangements — self-catered or we can help arrange catering
- Accommodation suitable for mixed-age groups and separate leader rooms
- Quiet outdoor spaces for reflection alongside practical indoor facilities
- Exclusive use — your group has the building and grounds to yourselves
Suitable for church weekends away, leadership retreats, Alpha weekends, youth gatherings and prayer retreats.
Sports TeamsSports team residentials
A practical residential base for clubs, squads and touring sides. Use the sports hall for training, the outdoor field for practice and the accommodation to keep the whole squad together — without the cost and complication of hotels.
- Indoor sports hall — large space for indoor training, warm-ups and team sessions
- Outdoor sports field for team drills and match practice
- Residential accommodation to keep the squad together and well-rested
- Catering options including high-energy menus that suit training schedules
- Easy access from across the North West — near Blackpool, Preston, Manchester and Liverpool
Suitable for club camps, pre-season training weekends, development squads, touring sides and short residential training blocks.
University & College
Residential stays for student societies, sports clubs and department-led trips. Flexible pricing, straightforward logistics and a practical site make it a workable option for groups used to running on tight budgets and self-organised programmes.
- Flexible pricing depending on group size, type and season
- Accommodation layouts suitable for mixed groups with separate leader and staff rooms
- Clear communication to confirm access, timing and requirements well in advance
- Self-catered kitchen to keep costs manageable for self-funded groups
- Activities available — archery, climbing, laser tag, sports hall and outdoor challenges
Leadership & Training weekends
Residential stays designed around teaching blocks, workshops and structured sessions. A practical base where session spaces, accommodation and catering stay aligned with your timetable from start to finish.
- Session spaces suitable for training delivery, workshops and breakout groups
- Projector, screen, whiteboards and free Wi-Fi throughout
- Accommodation planning to support leaders, trainers and participants
- Catering options arranged around your programme timetable
- Exclusive building use — no distractions, no shared corridors with other groups
Ideal for instructor courses, leadership pathways, qualifications weekends and continuing professional development residentials.
Activity & Adventure weekends
A flexible base for activity weekends combining residential accommodation with on-site facilities and nearby outdoor activities. Build a programme from the activities available on site, or combine with trips to Blackpool, Preston, Liverpool and Manchester.
- On-site activities — climbing, caving, archery, laser tag, VR, trim trail, orienteering and more
- Programme planning to help structure activity blocks, downtime and group rotations
- Accommodation layout organised to suit leaders, young people and supervision needs
- Catering arranged around your activity schedule — self-catered or assisted
Music & Bands residentials
Residential stays designed around rehearsals, workshops and structured practice schedules. The sports barn provides large-space rehearsal capacity, with breakout rooms for sectional practice and comfortable accommodation to keep the whole group together.
- Large rehearsal space in the sports barn, suitable for full bands and ensembles
- Breakout rooms for sectional practice and smaller workshop groups
- Accommodation suitable for mixed-age groups with separate leader rooms
- Catering options to support long rehearsal days and evening sessions
- Flexible programme — build your own schedule around rehearsal blocks and rest periods
Suitable for youth brass and wind bands, regional band camps, school and youth ensembles preparing for competitions or performances, and international choirs.
Self-catered residentials
Self-catered stays with clear confirmation of kitchen access, equipment and responsibilities. This is the most common option for many residential groups wanting flexibility over meals, timings and budget.
- Kitchen access confirmed during booking so you know exactly what is available
- Flexible meal times that work around your programme, not a fixed service slot
- Budget control by using your own food planning and catering team
- Clear responsibilities for food safety, supervision and cleaning during your stay
Catered residentials
Catered stays arranged through an external catering contractor, ideal for groups wanting a more fully managed meal service during their residential.
- Externally arranged catering coordinated as part of your booking enquiry
- Menus agreed in advance including dietary requirements and allergies
- Meal times aligned to your programme and residential timetable
- Less leader workload because meals are handled for you
The venue
Everything your group needs in one place
How to get a quote
Choose the closest match, then tell us:
- Preferred dates — even a rough month helps us check availability quickly
- Group size — number of young people and adults separately if possible
- Age range — helps us recommend the right accommodation layout
- Catering preference — self-catered or would you like us to arrange meals?
- Activities wanted — on-site options, free time or a structured programme
Catering options
Self-catered or catered?
Both are available at the Centre. The right choice depends on your group size, budget and how much you want to manage on site.
- Self-catered — use our fully equipped group kitchen on your own timetable
- Catered stays — meals prepared and served so leaders focus on the programme
- Dietary requirements and allergies accommodated — tell us in advance
Ready to plan your residential?
Send dates, group size and any questions — we'll confirm availability and come back with a clear, practical quote. No obligation.