Spring into action this May half-term with a PGL adventure camp
Join PGL this May half-term for an adventure like no other!
During their 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 night stay, your child will try a huge range of exciting outdoor activities, conquer challenges, play games, build friendships and have incredible fun in a wholesome, nurturing environment.
Let your young adventurer experience the transformational power of the great outdoors this May half-term, and watch their independence, confidence, self-esteem flourish!
We have several May half-term camps near London to choose from, including Bawdsey Manor in Suffolk, Marchants Hill in Surrey and Windmill Hill in East Sussex.
Inspire your child this May half-term
If your child loves their PGL adventure, you may even consider one of our TRAILBLAZE! Adventures ahead of the summer holidays! Across our multiple locations near London, Wwe have specialist adventure camps designed for children aged 8-11, 11-13 years and 13-16 years old. With a range of exciting summer adventures to choose from, May Half term is just the start.
See for yourself what’s in store
From short stays focused on discovering new things to expanding the boundaries of possible with our longer EXPLORE! Adventures, there’s an camp to suit every child.
Which half-term camp will you choose?
From short stays focused on discovering new things to expanding the boundaries of possible with our longer EXPLORE! Adventures, there’s an camp to suit every child.
Why book a May half-term camp with PGL?
All-inclusive camp adventures
ABTA, BAPA & Ofsted registered
Adventureflex – flexible booking
Low deposits just £65pp
Pay with Childcare Vouchers or Tax-Free Childcare
Multi-Buy & loyal customer discounts
Our May half-term camps near London
Suffolk – Bawdsey Manor
This impressive mansion house is located on the Deben Estuary and has panoramic views across the Suffolk Heritage Coast. The centre has over 140 acres of beautiful grounds, packed with a huge range of adventure activities to inspire and engage you child.
Explore Bawdsey Manor
Surrey – Marchants Hill
With over 45 acres of beautiful grounds, Marchants Hill is a vibrant and bustling centre nestled in the ‘Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, within walking distance of the Devil’s Punchbowl. This centre offers the best of both worlds – green spaces and fantastic transport links!
Explore Marchants Hill
Sussex – Windmill Hill
Welcome to Windmill Hill, an impressive Grade II listed mansion house on the beautiful Sussex Downs… where big adventures, new discoveries and unforgettable experiences can be found around every corner!
Explore Windmill Hill
What our adventurers say…
What our adventurers say…
FAQs
What is included in the full price of a May half-term camp?
When you make a booking, everything is included in the price. This includes:
- All of your amazing outdoor activities and equipment
- Three nutritious meals each day for a well-balanced diet
- Evening entertainment such as quizzes, discos, and campfires every night
- Comfortable accommodation for a restful night’s sleep
- 24/7 support from our qualified team of professionals
What will my child take part in during their time on camp?
Your child will always be taking part in a range of our epic outdoor activities, such as Raft Building, Abseiling, Climbing, canoeing, team-building challenges and much more! All of our activities are designed to fuse excitement with education.
How safe will my child be throughout their time on camp?
At PGL it is safety first, always. We go above and beyond to ensure every young person is in safe hands at all times.
PGL have over 15 governing & safety accreditations. Plus we voluntarily apply to Ofsted to be on the Childcare Register.
Everything we do is built on five protective pillars:
- Safe People: Staff are fully trained, DBS checked, and continually assessed.
- Safe Places: All buildings are risk assessed, we have segmented accommodation, secure perimeters and strict equipment standards.
- Safe Spaces: All-encompassing environments, language inclusivity, and SEND-trained staff.
- Safeguarding: Staff are trained in safeguarding, helping them to spot risks and act quickly.
- Safe Travels: All of our travel partners are vetted to make sure they have safety management systems in place, and we ensure travel is adaptable to the needs of all children.
How far from London are the half-term camps?
We have several camp locations within driving distance from London. Marchants Hill is a huge camp complex in the heart of the Surrey countryside, surrounded by beautiful woodland – the ideal setting for outdoor activities. Bawdsey Manor is located on the Suffolk and Essex coastline – a unique coastal setting. Windmill Hill on the famous Sussex Downs is a popular destination for London-based campers. Check out our dedicated camp pages below for more details.
Do you cater for various dietary requirements?
Yes, we can cater for many dietary requirements at our PGL UK activity centres. We are able to deliver catering provision for dietary requirements as specified by culture, religion and medical concerns. We regularly provide meals for a wide variety of needs including coeliac, diabetic, food allergies and vegetarian/vegan. You will be given the opportunity to let us know about your child’s dietary requirements prior to travel. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact a member of the PGL team to discuss these.
Is there evening entertainment available at half-term camp?
May half term wouldn’t be the same without our excellent program of nightly entertainment. For those wanting a boogie – we host fun discos. For the brainboxes in the group, we’ll host fun quizzes with great prizes, plus campfire games and much more along the way!
What's the accommodation like?
You’ll find our half-term camps near London have various types of accommodation. Check out the specific camp pages for further details on the accommodation types at your designated camp location.
Can I pay with childcare vouchers or tax-free childcare?
Yes, we are registered to accept payment from all the major childcare voucher providers at our English centres, and we also accept payments from the Tax-Free Childcare Scheme. Learn more about how to book with PGL using Childcare Vouchers or the Tax-Free Childcare Scheme).
Are the camps split by age groups?
We want your child to be comfortable when they’re at camp, which is why certain ages overlap, meaning a ‘primary school’ 11-year-old could join our 8-11 adventures, and your ‘secondary school’ 11-year-old could join our 11-13 adventures! For teenagers, our adventure camps for 13-16 year olds offer the perfect blend of discovery and fun.
