Skern Lodge

Testimonials

Relax and socialise in one of the Skern Lodge bars

'All the Brandeston children who come to Skern remember it with a smile on their faces and a story to tell' Brandeston Hall 2011

Learn new skills in the outdoors

'Your staff make the place tick! They are professional, charming, well trained, committed and inclusive in their approach. They make every child feel special, whilst maintaining a safe, controlled environment. Top notch! Thanks again for a fabulous experience.' Eggbuckland 2011
Safety at Skern Lodge is paramount

Safety at Skern Lodge is paramount

'As always 200% given from all instructors, resulting in children returning home with more than just happy memories. They have increased pride, confidence and self-awareness' King Edwards School - Year 4 - 2011

Orchard accommodation block at Skern Lodge

'Thank you for another fantastic week. Skern is consistently effective as a team building event for the children' Whitchurch Primary School 2011

'I have been leading residential trips for pupils of both primary and secondary age for 22 years and Skern Lodge is the best Activity Centre by far!' Sacred Heart 2011

Situated on the edge of Appledore in North Devon with the estuary on the doorstep

'Excellent team building experience thanks to excellent staff! Great range of activities, flexible programme and staff were generally able to respond to needs of group by making activities easier or more exciting/harder' Salesian School 2011

Skern Lodge uses the dramatic coastline to challenge and thrill you

'I have been teaching for 21 years and Skern Lodge is by far the best centre I have used in terms of the activities on offer, quality of staff, food and ... simply everything. It is superb value for money and I couldn't recommend the centre more highly.' Sacred Heart Primary 2011

Skern Lodge runs all year round

'We think that the ALL round service was better than excellent (we are actually planning a private visit!)' Bennett Memorial 2011 Skern Lodge, Something for everyone

Skern Lodge, Something for everyone

'A big thank you from me for 8 years of fab visits! I've made a lot of friends and had a lot of laughs that will live on in my memory until dementia sets in. Hopefully Well's connection with Skern will continue for many years to come' Wells Cathedral Junior School 2011

Farmhouse accommodation

The original 1705 Farmhouse

Catering at Skern Lodge

The best food in our industry (probably!)

One of the bar areas

Enjoy a relaxing drink in the evening at the bar

DOMESTIC

Originally Skern Lodge was a farm dating back to 1705.

Over the years the old buildings have been developed and new ones added to form today's centre.

Original Plaque from 1705 when Watertown Farm, now Skern Lodge, Appledore was built

The Lodge

The Lodge is a comfortable and practical centre and our accommodation reflects this. There are three separate accommodation areas, all with central heating, plenty of showers, good drying facilities, lounges, meeting rooms and staff facilities. Many of the rooms have expansive views across Northam Burrows and over the water and all rooms have pine beds with duvets and bedding on ready for you, but you do have to remember to bring your own towels.

‘The group have on a number of occasions referred to
the venue as ‘home’ – which speaks for itself!’
Targeted Youth 2011

‘As ever all the people I have dealt with have
been efficient, cheerful and helpful. The centre
is in very good shape (I always hold Skern up as
an excellent example of how a centre should be).
We feel that Skern is a centre run with quiet efficiency.
It is safe, friendly, pleasantly located and well maintained.
Skern is a place where nothing is too much trouble.
Safety and welfare are taken seriously.’

St Faiths at Ash School 2011

'Very well cleaned, the bathrooms were superbly presented'
Marlborough House 2011

‘Thanks to the cleaning staff - they need a medal!!!!’

Roding Valley 2011

Catering

The dining facility seating 110 is at the centre of the site doing justice to our excellent catering. We take great pride in providing (probably!) the best food in our industry – great variety, fresh, local options and served by an outstanding team with care and good humour. Any dietary requirements can be catered for and there are plenty of healthy options.

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Dining Room

'Delicious!'
Lady Eleanor Holles School 2011

'Catering for my gluten free diet was the best
I've experienced since being diagnosed Coeliac
which meant a lot to me personally and I really appreciate it - I felt like I was no trouble at all!'
John Lewis Partnership 2011

'Outstanding - we all ate too much!'
Gayhurst 2011

'Legendary! Becky and her team really are a
hard working and fantastic team. They catered so
well for Sarah - including de-caff tea!'
Paulton Junior 2011

'Such lovely smiley service!'
Leicester High School for Girls 2011

'As always the food is better than anyone could
expect. My staff are always amazed by the friendliness of staff and quality and choice of the food'
May 2011

Around Site

Outside we have grounds extending to 22 acres, a launderette, games room, lots of activity areas and plenty of space for the more traditional games such as football. Added to this a heated outdoor swimming pool completes the complex.

Almost all residential guests stay “indoors” but should you wish to, we do have the resources for occasional groups to camp.

View down to the Skern Lodge, games room, disco area, shop and bar

‘The site made it very easy for us to allow the
children a lot of independence'

Hartland Primary 2011

‘Good to see environmentally friendly recycling’
OCVC - Nat Dip Year 1 2011

Skern Lodge swimming pool

‘(The children) have realised that spending 24 hours a day together involves taking responsibility'’

St Faiths at Ash School 2011

'Recycling bins excellent’
Towers School 2011

Computer room

Meeting/Training room at Skern Lodge

Pool and disco area

The Skern Lodge shop & bar area

‘Your catering is outstanding! ALL children well fed
and happy. Our gluten free staff were amazed by
the treatment they received'’
Eggbuckland 2011

‘Good to have facility of fridge / kitchen'
Summer Camp 2011

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