A self-contained residential lodge at the Boys' Brigade North West Training & Activity Centre, Lancashire

Steadfast Lodge

Residential lodge for youth groups, leadership teams and smaller organised stays

A lodge designed for youth groups, leaders and focused weekends where teaching space, meals and accommodation stay connected built for organised, comfortable and well-supported stays

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At a glance

Sleeps 18
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
4 · 1 accessible
Single storey
ramp access throughout
Kitchen
self-contained · fully equipped
Main room
teaching · dining · flexible
AV
TV · projector · Wi-Fi

Planning your stay

Leaders: get prepared before you arrive

Use the bedding list to allocate rooms, download the floor plan and review the risk assessment. All available below.

Bedding list Floor plan Risk assessment

Allocate beds, print and share with your group, then send the completed list via the contact page for the Centre's fire safety register.

Choose your stay type

Youth group residential

Exclusive use at the right scale. Use your own kitchen, run sessions in the main room and keep accommodation close for straightforward supervision.

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Main room at Steadfast Lodge

Day flow

How your stay runs here

Everything stays under one roof. Arrival to lights out flows naturally in a lodge built for exactly this.

Arrive and settleArrival

Unload directly outside, settle rooms quickly and get everyone together without fuss.

Keep everything togetherLayout

Teaching space, meals and accommodation all stay within one building, making the day easier to manage.

Run meals your wayMealtimes

Use the lodge kitchen on your own timetable without shared catering pressures.

Sleep and superviseOvernight

Bedrooms stay close to the main space, making smaller residential groups feel manageable and contained.

What groups say

Why groups choose Steadfast Lodge

"We specifically wanted a smaller residential base rather than a large centre. Steadfast Lodge gave us privacy and flexibility."

— School enrichment coordinator

"For a group of 16 it was the right scale. Not too big, not cramped. Everything felt manageable and under control."

— Youth organisation leader, North West

"Having the kitchen, meeting space and bedrooms in one building made supervision easy. It removed a lot of stress from the weekend."

— Church retreat organiser

Exclusive use for every booking, every time
18 beds across 4 bedrooms, the right scale for youth and leadership groups
Self-contained kitchen within the lodge so you cook on your own schedule
Single storey throughout with ramp access and accessible bathrooms
Flexible main room for teaching, dining and sessions

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Residential stays

Explore everything the Centre offers

Activity add-ons, catered stays, sports training, school packages and more.

Residentials at the Centre

Schools

The kitchen as a teaching space

The lodge kitchen is fully equipped for group cooking sessions. Whether it's a food tech day, a cooking class or just giving pupils the experience of preparing a meal together, the layout works. Everything stays on one floor and in one building, so leaders aren't managing movement across a site.

Hands-on cooking sessions with a fully equipped kitchen
Single storey with ramp access throughout
Risk assessments available in advance
Day visits or overnight residentials both work well

All school packages are developed in conjunction with Dan Wright Adventures with pricing set on a bespoke basis

School enquiry Schools

Other options

Not just Steadfast Lodge

Depending on your group size and what you're planning, there are a few ways to use the site.

Steadfast Lodge and Campsite a popular combination for larger groups who want lodge comfort alongside outdoor camping
Centenary Hall sleeps up to 49, better suited to larger youth groups, school trips and sports training weekends
Whole site hire combines Steadfast Lodge and Centenary Hall for up to 67 guests

Campsite Centenary Hall Corporate training

Need answers?

Frequently asked questions

How is the sleeping arranged?

The lodge sleeps up to 18 guests across 4 bedrooms — two twin rooms (one with wash basin), one four-bed room and a ten-bed dorm room.

Is the lodge exclusively ours during our stay?

Yes. Steadfast Lodge is booked for one group at a time — the building and facilities are exclusively yours. The Sports Barn, Sports Field and Trim Trail are shared with other site users.

Do we need to bring bedding?

Bedding is provided (sheets, duvets, pillows and covers). Blankets are available on request.

What equipment is included for training sessions?

A projector/screen and whiteboards are available, plus flexible table and chair set-ups and free Wi-Fi throughout.

Is the building accessible?

Yes — Steadfast Lodge is a single-storey building with ramp access and accessible bathroom facilities.

Is Steadfast suitable for smaller groups?

Yes. The lodge is designed for groups of up to 18 — ideal for leadership teams, youth weekends and school residentials that don't need a larger dormitory-style venue.

How do leaders manage bed allocations?

Use the Bedding List page to allocate beds, print and share with your group, then send the completed list via the Contact page for the fire register.

Bedding list

Is there a building plan available?

Yes — the Building Plan page shows the full lodge layout, room by room.

Interactive Floor plan

Is there car parking?

Yes — there is a large free car park on site with capacity for approximately 80 cars.

How do we make a booking?

Check the How to Book page or click Book Now to go directly to our booking system.

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Send us the basics and we'll come back fast

Include these details for a quicker reply:

Dates: [start] – [end]

Group size: [number of people]

Purpose: Youth group residential (overnight)

Accessibility needs: [if any]

Food plan: [self-cater / bring own / arrange catering]

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Provisional holds: We'll hold your preferred dates for 3 weeks. A £100 non-refundable deposit confirms the booking.

Leaders: send your completed bedding list via the contact prefill on the Bedding List page. Bedding list

Ready to book or just want to explore?

Tell us your dates, numbers and what you're hoping to achieve — we'll confirm availability and come back with a clear, practical quote.