The partner and I stayed at the centre for a weekend (Fri-Mon). The site manager (owner) informed... read more
The partner and I stayed at the centre for a weekend (Fri-Mon). The site manager (owner) informed... read more
We brought 16 scouts from Ireland to the Venture Centre. Can't reccomend it highly enough. The... read more
22 members of Wetheral Brownies enjoyed a glorious Bank Holiday weekend at the Venture Centre, Isle of Man on their annual residential adventure. The group took the Seacat from Liverpool to Douglas amid the hoards of motor bike enthusiasts heading to the Isle for the TT race season!
Every member of the group tested their personal limits, with an age range of 60 years from the youngest Brownie to the oldest leader, whether that be during abseiling, sailing, canoeing, gorge walking, crawling along the assault course, having an archery shoot out, diving into the undergrowth during the wide game, problem solving in teams, or perfecting roasting marshmallows round the camp fire!
The instructors made a point of quickly learning the names of everyone in the group and they were excellent at differentiating tasks in the games and activities so that the confident were stretched and the less confident could achieve.
The accommodation was basic but clean with dorms for the children and leaders rooms of 1, 2 or 3 beds with at least 2 ensuite.
The food was delicious and there was plenty of the right sort of food to keep us going on long, active days. Some children in the group were fussy eaters and the cook bent over backwards to make them something different to ensure they were well fed and warm.
We thoroughly recommend the Venture Centre for a group action packed holiday!
We came here on an adventure trip with school. We spent a week there and it was absolutely incredible!! We came on the 12th June to the 17th.
The variety of activities was amazing! Each and every single one was fun! Especially Gorge Walking...
The Dorms are very cozy and the beds are very comfy.
All the instructors and staff at the centre and kind and helpful! If you see the instructor or if your with the instructor Callum then your in for a treat! He's amazing...
Recently I organised a group of c50 for a weekend at the Venture Centre. A daunting task at the best of times, however Simon, Mark and their amazing team ensured everything ran smoothly and like clockwork. Coasteering, archery, abseiling etc were perfect for more than 20 teenage boys to who had a great time, From a late hot pot dinner upon arrival to packed lunches and BBQs, everything was tailored perfectly. The bunk house accommodation is basic (read the website and look at the photos) yet perfectly adequate for all our needs.. Can't recommend them highly enough.
I booked an archery session, but was late due to one of the main roads being closed from Douglas. When I got there, they were understanding, and the archery went ahead. The instructor I had was very nice, and the session went well. I even managed to get four arrows in the yellow even though it was my first time. The only improvement I can think of would be for instructors to have more knowledge in archery so they can better coach people.
In July of 2016 myself along with the 1st Fermanagh Scouts went to the centre for two out of the five days of our visit to the Isle Of Man. We had an Excellent time at the centre and I would like to thank all the staff who looked after us while we were there. However I would like to particularly express my thanks to Bob and Alexandro who took care of me during our Gorge walking activity, my Ears don't normally permit for me to partake in water activities but they made sure I could still enjoy my time spent in the water activates. I would highly recommend the centre and many thanks from 1st Fermanagh scouts!, Charles.
Thank you for your kind comments. We try where possible to make our activities as inclusive as possible so it's great to hear that you were able to get the most out of your visit to us. We look forward to the opportunity of working with your group again in the not too distant future.
Just back from 7 days with Mike, Simon and their fantastic team. Took a group of Scouts and Cubs they have had a brilliant time, sailing , kayaking, Climbing, abseiling , Coasteering , Archery, air rifle , wide games, Great accomadation, great food, and a Brilliant team of lads and girls who are fantastic with the kids . We went back for our seventh or eighth visit due to the fact the kids demanded we return .
Thanks everyone you gave our lads and girls experiances that will stay with them for he rest of their lives . We have been abroad with other well known companies but none even get close to this place . It is quite Simply the best , you should be very proud of what you do.
OH and the leaders had a ball too. If you haven't been then book it now .
PS . was going to put it was rubbish after all we don't want to miss out on next year !! If you could send the beer to my home address cheers !!! hee, hee, he .