Why PGL

Not all classrooms have four walls

That feeling of true accomplishment when the raft they’ve created together makes it across the water in one piece. Their first taste of leadership as they work with friends old and new to reach the top of the Jacob’s Ladder. That surge of self-confidence as they embrace their fears and fly off the top of the Zip Wire tower.

This is what learning looks like on a PGL school adventure. Because who knows what breakthroughs your class will make when they step outside the classroom?

We’re outdoor education experts with 65+ years’ experience

With over 65 years of experience under our belt, we’re proud to be the UK’s largest provider of outdoor education for primary and secondary school groups. We create life-enriching adventures for memories that last a lifetime, meaning you’ve come to just the right place to get your trip underway!

Children often refer to us as 'Parents Get Lost', but we actually take our name from the man who started it all in the 1950s - Peter Gordon Lawrence. Peter’s passion for the outdoors and his ambition to use adventure as a way of enriching the lives of others still sits at the heart of everything PGL does today. With 15 UK adventure centres, and a wide range of outdoor residential school trips across Europe, you can be confident there’s an incredible group experience just perfect for you!

You’re in safe hands with us

Every individual’s safety is paramount to us, and we work with many national governing bodies and organisations to ensure the highest possible standards at all times. Each PGL centre has dedicated SENCO teams, Safeguarding Leads and Welfare Officers, with every staff member undertaking enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding training. Visit our How We Operate page to find out more about our affiliations and safety standards: How We Operate (pgl.co.uk)

We’re here to help you, every step of the way

From your very first contact with us, Team PGL are by your side. Our people are the best in the business. We recruit them carefully and invest in their development, and we believe that you’ll notice the difference.

At PGL you can expect the highest quality service from friendly, caring and enthusiastic staff who are dedicated to making sure everyone has a great time. We’re extremely proud of our knowledgeable in-house support team, our 24-hour on-centre support, and our provision of a dedicated PGL Groupie for every class of adventurers.

With PGL you’re fully protected

With us, you can rely on financial protection from the moment you book your trip to your safe return. We’re fully ABTA bonded, so you can have total peace of mind that your money is always safe with us. For complete reassurance, our fully comprehensive ‘AAA-rated’ insurance cover is part of your basic cost.

We like to keep things personal

Whether you’re embarking on a group trip at one of 15 UK adventure centres, immersing learners in French culture across The Channel, or hitting the slopes with us in Europe, we’ve got a memorable enrichment experience to inspire success in your group.

We provide age-appropriate activities that everybody can enjoy, from our new Pioneers trips (designed exclusively for Y4) to programmes designed to support students as they navigate life beyond exams and school. All activities across our wide range of programmes are matched to age and ability, and we work continuously to ensure that we provide key learning outcomes that meet your needs effectively.

We offer incredible value for money

We know the increasing financial pressures on parents which is why we work incredibly hard to ensure that we’re always providing you with the best possible value outdoor learning experiences, making sure that every penny counts. What’s more, you won’t find any hidden costs across our school adventures – all core activities are included in the basic price, including our popular watersport adventures!

There’s no standing still with PGL

We provide our guests with more than 25 core activities – the widest range in the industry. While they’re tried-and-tested and hugely popular, we’re always looking to improve them wherever we can, as well as adding exciting new activities that are innovative, safe and loads of fun. We’re also always on the lookout for other exciting new ways to enhance our guest experience. We’ve recently opened to doors to PGL’s first-ever castle setting, Ford Castle, and we can’t wait to welcome you to our best-in-class adventure centre located in Yorkshire, opening its doors in Spring 2023.