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IRISH SEA PARADISE

The partner and I stayed at the centre for a weekend (Fri-Mon). The site manager (owner) informed... read more

Reviewed 5 September 2023
MadridFan1902
Outstanding experience.

We brought 16 scouts from Ireland to the Venture Centre. Can't reccomend it highly enough. The... read more

Reviewed 23 July 2023
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Dublin, Ireland
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Reviewed 25 June 2017 via mobile

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...

Date of experience: June 2017
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Reviewed 20 May 2017

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.

Date of experience: May 2017
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Reviewed 9 May 2017

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.

Date of experience: April 2017
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Reviewed 8 March 2017

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.

Date of experience: July 2016
Thank cboyle455
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Simon R, Manager at The Venture Centre, responded to this reviewResponded 10 March 2017

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.

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Reviewed 27 August 2016

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 .

Date of experience: August 2016
Thank Michael H
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