Youth Residential centre in Suffolk

About Bawdsey Manor

Overlooking the scenic Suffolk Coast, Bawdsey Manor is the perfect place to bring your youth group for an action-packed adventure camp they’ll remember for years to come! Our new centre has some great facilities, including a sports hall/gym, playing fields and over 140 acres of stunning grounds to explore, plus there’s an amazing beach with spectacular views along the coast.

See Bawdsey Manor from the air in this recent video here

It’s the perfect coastal retreat to motivate and inspire your group with a packed programme of thrilling adventure activities to get everyone working together and challenging themselves.

Take a look around Bawdsey Manor, Suffolk

Accommodation

Manor House

Dormitory-style rooms.

Groups - Rooms with bunk beds sleep 4-10
(showers and toilets located close by)
Leaders - En suite twin rooms

Accommodation Blocks

Dormitory-style rooms.

Groups - En suite rooms with bunk beds sleep 4-8
Leaders - En suite twin and single rooms

Tent Village

Chalet-style tents you can stand up in and with proper beds!

Groups - 4-5 per tent
Leaders - 1 or 2 per tent

Showers and toilets are located close by with separate facilities for leaders.

Facilities are available nearby for leaders to charge mobile phones etc.

Facilities

Playing fields
Meeting rooms / classrooms
Sports hall
Shop
Teachers’ lounges
Beaches

Activities available

You can rely on getting the best value for money: activities, equipment, instruction, food and accommodation are included in the price, as well as round the clock support from our experienced centre team.

The list of activities available at Bawdsey Manor this summer is featured below. There's also plenty to keep groups busy in the evenings, with lively entertainment sessions, led by the PGL team.

See the evening entertainment available at Bawdsey Manor.

Select an activity for a full description

Food

Enjoyable mealtimes with nutritious and tasty food.
Our meals are freshly prepared, balanced and will give your group plenty of energy to keep them going throughout the day.

A mix of hot and cold meals with vegetarian options
Self-service salad bar
Fresh fruit with every meal
Allergies, intolerances and special diets catered for - see our Teacher Guide
Support for fussy eaters - see our Parent Guide

View our sample menu

Sample Day

Schedule	Activities
07.00 - 08.50	Get up, get ready and fuel up for the day ahead with a hearty breakfast.
08.50 - 12.00	Morning activities - 2 sessions with a 10 minute break in-between.
12.00 - 13.50	Enjoy a fresh and tasty two-course hot lunch and some free time.
13.50 - 17.00	Afternoon activities - 2 sessions with a 10 minute break in-between.
17.00 - 19.00	Time to eat again - a different dinner menu each day.
19.00 - 21.00	Discos, campfires, quizzes and more - our evening entertainment programme keeps everyone engaged until bedtime.
21.00 / 21.30	Bedtime. Catch up on some zzz's ready to do it all again tomorrow!