Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre
Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre
Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre
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8:45 AM - 5:15 PM
Monday
8:45 AM - 5:15 PM
Tuesday
8:45 AM - 5:15 PM
Wednesday
8:45 AM - 5:15 PM
Thursday
8:45 AM - 5:15 PM
Friday
8:45 AM - 5:15 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Get wet - climb high - stay low, whatever you want, you can do it! Devon's top Active and Sporting Experience - Voted by Visit Devon. Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre on the North Devon coast will give you a day or stay to remember, where adults and children alike will find fun, challenge, inspiration and laughter. Enjoy an outdoor activity programme to meet all of your needs, whether you are a family or a few friends after a holiday or day of outdoor activities, trying to find something to do during those long days during the school holidays or a parent after a safe, secure and energising summer camp where your children can meet individuals and discover new things.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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vanda a
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Business
This place is in a class of its own!! I have had the pleasure of visiting for five days with a large group of school children on more than a few occasions and they always have the most incredible week! The instructors are fabulous and engage with the children in a supportive, friendly manner whilst always maintaining the highest safety standards. The food is delicious and plentiful and the staff are always accommodating to those with particular dietary needs. Comfy rooms and helpful staff in every area. Cannot say enough about how wonderful this place is.
Written 20 October 2023
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Philip G
4 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We had an excellent time at Skern; the pods were super cosy and had everything we needed - so much better than camping. The activities (surfing and kayaking) were superb, lovely staff and facilities. Highly recommend Skern and the local area.
Written 21 August 2023
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Lee S
Paddock Wood, UK8 contributions
Jul 2023 • Business
Amazing school trip. Friendly and very helpful staff. Great activities. Good food. Very reasonably priced. Def recommend to any school teachers looking to organise residentials.
Written 16 August 2023
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Laura
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Jul 2023 • Friends
I went there for a week as part of a group of people and loved every second of it. The accommodation was class, comfy beds and fairly spacious with some rooms even having en-suites. The staff were always friendly and pushed each and every one of us to go beyond our comfort zones, we did the assault course ,Tarka trail bikes ,surfing ,body boarding ,zip line ,rafting and raft building ,climbing and abseiling and the high ropes. The instructors were very knowledgeable and created a fun environment whilst always keeping safety a top priority, the equipment was always clean and the wetsuits fairly dry, the food was alright but could’ve been a bit fresher. I genuinely enjoyed every second of it and I can’t thank the team there enough. Our course director was Prue and she was always a laugh. I don’t think there was a single day when I didn’t go to bed absolutely shattered 😂 but overall like 1million/10 would recommend and I’ll definitely be coming back with family and friends this year and next
Written 6 August 2023
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Zach B
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Jul 2023 • Friends
Absolutely amazing site! Most friendly staff i’ve ever met, lots of stuff to do, great facilities…couldn’t ask for more!
Written 2 August 2023
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Verity G
Barnstaple, UK1 contribution
Sep 2022
I went on an organsied bike ride on the Tarka Trail, limited Heath and Safety advise. Rushed, no advice on what you should do if someone was coming up fast behind you, other than someone is coming up fast behind you. No mention that there was a small lip from the path to the ground. I had a broken humorous, meaning it was broken in 3places at the ball joint. I now have a plate and screws, I am going to under go more operations. This happened in September and I can't get any one to listen or provide me with their Solicitors details. I am not the first and I doubt I will be the last. They ignore me, and do not provide me with the information I request. If this isn't printed I will go to the press, no Health an Safety and no aftercare.
Written 16 March 2023
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Philip H
United Kingdom2 contributions
Feb 2023
Rented a hybrid for a day's ride along the Tarka trail, with breakfast in Barnstable, out towards Braunton and then back for tea and cake at Fremington Quay (really good value but VERY busy, even on a cold Wednesday in February!) and rounded off with a pie and pint at The Quay in Instow (nice pub, very friendly). The bike was nice and light, in very good nick, purred along the excellent surface on most of this part of the trail and came with rack, pump, lock, puncture kit and basic tools.
Very helpful and amiable new owner of the business who found me some bungees to strap my bag to the rack and clips for my wildly flapping trousers.
Can't fault the place, great way to spend the day although have to say that the sections with the 20mph wind behind me were rather more fun than battling into the face of it, even on the flat!
Very helpful and amiable new owner of the business who found me some bungees to strap my bag to the rack and clips for my wildly flapping trousers.
Can't fault the place, great way to spend the day although have to say that the sections with the 20mph wind behind me were rather more fun than battling into the face of it, even on the flat!
Written 2 February 2023
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Mark Jacklin
Doncaster, UK5 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Had an amazing family afternoon here and loads of fun. Kerr our instructor was absolutely amazing and engaged us in the activities, and also developed our knowledge on climbing and high ropes etc. This was an amazing family day out and worth every penny. Not had so much fun in ages. Suitable not just for kids but also adults, thanks again for an amazing experience.
Written 2 September 2022
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Nancy B
4 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
We are a family of 4 with 2 very active kids of 11 and 13 on holiday in Appledore from Yorkshire. Our day at Skern with Harriet was amazing - activities on site in the morning and surfing in the afternoon. Can highly recommend. Big thank you to Harriet.
Written 29 August 2022
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Leigh T
16 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Bea was brilliant and we really enjoyed our morning! We did archery, assault course and orienteering (son with limitations on mobility) they catered specifically for our needs as a family. Really encouraging and felt that both our children had a great sense of achievement that day. Very pleased parents, we also did the activities and enjoyed every minute.
Written 25 August 2022
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onearchiegemmell
London, UK13 contributions
Do you provide towels?
Greer H
Newmarket, UK7 contributions
No, you have to take your own towels but all of the bed linen is provided!
suzihs410k
London, UK
If you go as a school,how many students share in 1 room
Gary W
Idanha-a-Nova, Portugal318 contributions
I think the rooms vary - singles, 4's or small dorms
Hungry666
Lowestoft, England, United Kingdom24 contributions
Hi, do you accept campers? I am looking for somewhere to pitch a trailer tent (2 adults +2 dogs) for 5 nights, arriving on Monday 8 August
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Wendy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre
- Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre is open:
- Mon - Fri 08:45 - 17:15
- Sat - Sun 09:00 - 17:00
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