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What does PGL mean?

This is one of the questions that we are asked most frequently by children and parents. In fact, the answer is simple. PGL takes its name from the initials of Peter Gordon Lawrence, the man who started the company 60 years ago.

However, the reality is that to many people, PGL means an awful lot more. As the company has been in existence for 60 years there are now grandparents from all over the world with happy memories of their PGL holidays, who have in turn seen their children and grandchildren follow in their footsteps. Others have been inspired by their PGL experience to embark on a career in the outdoor industry, in teaching or have begun a lifelong love for an activity or sport.

To many people, PGL will always stand simply for "Parents Get Lost" as they experienced their first stay away from home at a PGL centre and relished the independence and self-confidence it brought.

What does PGL mean to you?

As we celebrate our 60th birthday this year, we would love to hear what PGL means to you and your family. Use Twitter or Instagram with #PGL to let us know - we have some wonderful PGL stories shared with us daily, which we display on our website homepage.

Tell us your PGL story

Tell us about your PGL experiences and memories. Which centre did you visit? What was the best thing about your trip? Did you make new friends and have you stayed in touch?

People who knew Peter Lawrence believe that the company that still bears his name is a fitting testament to the unique, forward-thinking man who, through a desire to share his love of the outdoors with others, started it all. But perhaps the best testament of all, are the stories and memories of the thousands of people who have visited, worked and stayed at PGL centres over the last 60 years.

Read more about the PGL story.

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By PGL Travel.