Accommodation

Accommodation for students and teachers at Rippledown

The Main House

Schools accommodation for up to 53 people

The North Wing provides accommodation for 22 in dormitory style bedrooms plus 1 in a single bedroom (used for group leaders).

There is a shower room with toilets plus a separate toilet and shower for the group leader. A fire door separates this area from the South Wing.

The South Wing provides accommodation for up to 28 in dormitory style bedrooms plus 2 in a twin bedroom (used for group leaders).There is a shower room and toilets plus a separate toilet and shower for the group leaders.

The ground floor offers 2 dining rooms, a large lounge and games room, kitchen and staff room.

The basement has a wet room and equipment store together with a small meeting room.

The Stables

Schools accommodation for up to 19 people

Either used as overflow accommodation for large groups or hired separately by small groups.

The Stables is also available for hire to small adult groups as self-contained Bed & Breakfast accommodation. It has a large lounge/study room.

Both buildings are available for hire, either self catering or catered accommodation, and for use with centre staff tuition and guidance or for independently organized trips.

Facilities

Free use of:

  • Wet-weather clothing
  • Wellington boots
  • Rucksacks
  • Field studies equipment
  • Audiovisual equipment
  • Resource materials
  • Reference books
  • Recreational lounge with indoor games
  • Several recreation/teaching areas

In-house catering

Catering for schools and group visitsMeals and bedding can be pre-arranged and we can cater for all special dietary requirements

  • Full Catering Service – home cooked meals
  • Breakfasts, lunches, evening meals
  • Packed Lunches
  • Special Diets
  • Free Teas & Coffees