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It’s a tough decision deciding where to go on a family holiday. Finding a location nearby if you’re not looking to travel far, choosing somewhere for a good price, and discovering activities that you all want to do all require some good digging. Well we’re here to help, with everything you need to know about the best family adventure holidays with PGL! 

Why a family holiday with PGL?

We pride ourselves on providing a thrilling experience for everyone who comes to PGL. Our unique activities offer entertainment throughout any stay, and we’re always thinking of new and exciting ones to try. Ultimately, we just want to see families having a great time, laughing and enjoying a break. 

There are many benefits of outdoor activities for families and everything we do at PGL is to make sure families gain these. Here is why outdoor family activities are so great!

  • They’re fun for all
  • Gets your children outdoors
  • New opportunities and experiences
  • Involves the whole family
  • Family bonding

Family short break

Why not blow off some steam on an epic family short break? They’re fantastic if you haven’t got the time for a full 7-nights! You’ll get a few days away where you can get stuck in with some adventurous activities each day, and chill in the evenings with entertainment.

How many nights is a PGL family short break?

  • A family short break at PGL is 4-nights, available Monday-Friday during the school holidays. 

Activities 

You and your family will have three to four action-packed activities scheduled each day! There’s also plenty of free time so you can explore the centres and its surroundings. Here are some of the activities you can expect to see on a family short break:

  • Abseiling 
  • Canoeing
  • Paddleboarding
  • Buggy Building

Weekend adventure

Looking to escape to an adventure with your family on the weekend? How about a weekend adventure? If you can’t get time off work during the week, or you just want to get away and have fun with the family, then a family holiday like this is perfect!

How many nights is a PGL weekend adventure?

  • A weekend adventure is two or three nights, beginning on a Friday.

Activities 

Whatever your interests are, we’ll plan your schedule for you so you get the most out of your family break! Take a look at some of the activities you can all get involved with:

  • Kayaking
  • Fencing
  • High Ropes Course
  • Aeroball

Family activity days

Family activity days are the ideal choice for a jam-packed day of pure-adventure! Don’t have the time for an overnight stay? No problem! Family activity days are your answer. You’ll experience the PGL magic just like any other family adventure holiday.

Learn more about our family activity days in our detailed blog!

How long is a PGL family activity day?

  • A family activity day starts at 10am and finishes at 4:30pm, available throughout school holidays.

Activities 

You’ll fit three PGL activities throughout your day, with time for a yummy hot lunch! Here are the activities that you can take part in:

  • Zip wire
  • Archery
  • Giant Swing
  • High Ropes Course

Our family adventure centres

We have two stunning centres in the UK that provide some of the best family adventure holidays you’ll find!

Barton Hall

You’ll find our Barton Hall centre in Devon, close to Torquay Beach. It has a wide selection of rooms to accommodate your family, delve into our family adventure centres to find out more! Take a look below at the great features of Barton Hall:

  • 2, 3 & 4 night holidays and activity days
  • Dry Ski Slope
  • Outdoor heated swimming pool

Caythorpe Hall

Located in the Lincolnshire countryside, Caythorpe Hall has lots to explore! With plenty of forestland surrounding the centre, it’s perfect for a number of our adventurous activities. See more about Caythorpe Hall below:

  • 65 acres to explore
  • Fantastic forestland for our Survivor challenge
  • An indoor activity space

How much does a family holiday cost?

We’re all about making budget friendly family holidays, which is why we have great prices and a range of special deals available throughout the year.

  • Family activity days - Starting at £49pp
  • Family short breaks - Starting at £299
  • Weekend escape - Starting at £159

Book your family adventure holiday today!

We hope this has helped you in your search for where to go on a family holiday! At PGL, we want to provide you with one of the best family adventure holidays you have ever been on. Our amazing camps have been running for over 66 years! So, we know a thing or two about adventure.

If you like the sound of a PGL family adventure, then why not take a look at what we have to offer? We provide great weekend escapes, family short breaks, and family activity days. Browse our centres today!

So, get in touch with our friendly and experienced team today to see how we can help. It's never too late to book!