# Charterhouse Outdoor Centre, Cheddar, Somerset Outdoor activity centre sleeping 63 for youth and school group residentials, with catering and activity packages, near Cheddar ## At a Glance - Sleeps 20 - 63 - 12 bedrooms - Dining for 63 ## Images - Total images stored: 12 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/lYING IN CAVE.jpg (caption: Lying in a cave; alt: Lying in a cave) - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Shelter building.jpg (caption: Shelter building; alt: Shelter building) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Taking-the-leap-of-faith-in-the-gorge-resize.jpg (caption: Taking the leap of faith in the gorge; alt: Taking the leap of faith in the gorge) - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/gORGE.jpg (caption: Gorge walking; alt: Gorge walking) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/The Centre 2.jpg (caption: Charterhouse Outdoor Centre; alt: Charterhouse Outdoor Centre) - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/The archery range_0.jpg (caption: The archery range; alt: The archery range) - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/The Main Hall_0.jpg (caption: The dining room. 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As well as school groups, we have lots of experience of working with church groups, running school revision weekends and hosting scouts, sporting and youth clubs. We can tailor an activity programme for your group. Caving is a must on the Mendips and we can also offer a wide range of other activities including climbing, gorge walking, team building and archery. If you would prefer, you can of course do your own thing. We maintain the highest standards of health and safety and hold an AALS licence. Our kit and equipment are regularly inspected and our instructors hold a number of recognised qualifications, and are highly experienced in working with young people. As a service we work with over 12,000 young people a year aged between 7 and 18 years. The centre has a large dining room which can also be used as a classroom, with its’ own projector. There is also a visitors’ lounge which can be used as a classroom or just somewhere to relax. We also have a large separate classroom that can be used by groups, again with a projector. Groups are generally catered for by the centre with delicious child friendly food. There are 12 dorm rooms with bunk beds. The accommodation is split over 2 floors (separated by 5 steps) with 6 of the rooms having en suites. A boot room for outdoor kit means it’s easier to keep your rooms clean, plus you have somewhere to hang wet clothes. Charterhouse is also proud to have one of the biggest telescopes in the South West in its observatory. Advanced booking is needed. ## Additional Features - Leader Rooms - Risk Assessments - Presentation Aids - Outdoor Activities - Educational Focus ## Facilities - **WiFi:** The centre has WiFi for guests. Mobile phone coverage is poor so WhatsApp calls are recommended. - **Accessibility:** One bedroom designed with disabled access in mind which sleeps 3. It has its own wet room. - **Dog Friendly:** No pets allowed. - **Kitchen:** Modern commercial kitchen with 6 hob gas oven, rational catering oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, usual kit to cook up a storm for large group! - **Dining Room:** Seats up to 63 on bench seating which can be collapsed and moved around to suit your needs. Also a screen and projector is available for film nights! - **Sitting Room:** There is a small lounge with 3 sofas and a giant bean bag to relax in. There is also a TV and DVD player, fridge, sink and kettle. - **TV and Music Facilities:** Ceiling mounted projector and screen in the main hall and classroom with equipment/cables to play DVDs and music. There's also a TV in the lounge. - **Games Room:** We don't have a games room as such although we have some board games, giant Jenga, poker set, giant Connect 4 and a TV. - **Heating and Open Fires:** The centre is heated by gas/woodchip boiler and the main hall has a recently installed log burner. - **Bedrooms:** 12 dorm rooms sleeping between 4 and 6 people in bunk beds. 7 of the rooms have en suites. A room plan is available on request. (Sleeps 63). - **Linen:** A pillow is provided but you will need to bring your own bedding or bedding can be provided at an additional cost of £6 per head. - **Bathrooms:** 7 bedrooms have en suites including a shower. There is also a modern male and female toilet and shower block with 4 showers in each. - **Children's Facilities:** Charterhouse is a child friendly building, and has giant Jenga and Connect 4 available to use (not just for children!). - **Outdoor:** Plenty of outside space to enjoy, a football goal, outside sink, hosepipe, welly racks and picnic benches plus a camp fire area and large BBQ - **Parking:** Our private car park can fit up to 20 cars plus there is some on road parking available. - **Smoking:** Smoking is not permitted on site. ## Rental Rates Please contact the owner for pricing. ## Booking Information - Price includes VAT, full T’s & C’s will be sent with your booking form. A 20% deposit is needed to secure your booking with full payment required 4 weeks before your stay. In addition a refundable deposit of up to £1500 (depending on group size) will be taken. For more info contact the centre. ## Availability Please contact the owner for available dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/charterhouse-outdoor-centre-cheddar-somerset/youth#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [South West England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/south-west-england) > [Somerset](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/somerset) > [Cheddar](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/cheddar) ### Address Address: Charterhouse-on-Mendip, Blagdon, Bristol, Somerset, BS40 7XR, GB Latitude: 51.2987166 Longitude: -2.7157488 ### About The Area Charterhouse is about 30 minutes from the M5 (Junction 23) and 15 minutes from the A38. The Centre is at the crossroads in Charterhouse. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Cheddar is the nearest town and is about 15 minutes away (5 miles). - **Shop:** Cheddar has the largest selection of shops locally and also has a supermarket. - **Food and Drink:** Various restaurants/ cafes/ pubs in Cheddar, 15 minutes away.Burrington Combe Café 5 minutes away, 2.6 miles.The Castle of Comfort - East Harptree 10 minutes - 4.7 miles. - **Airport:** Bristol airport is about 20 minutes away (10 miles). - **Train:** Yatton train station is about 25 minutes away (11 miles). ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Claire Prior - Phone: +44 (0)1278 741 270 - Email: SSEOutdoors@somerset.gov.uk