Who Visits The Old Vicarage Adventure Centre
The centre has a diverse and varied range of customers and adventure courses. Many of our customers return each year, and some have been coming to us for over 15 years.
Educational
Due to our 21 years experience and track record working with education authorities and educational establishments we are the choice of many groups for their school residential trips and day visits. Be it education, adventure or study, that’s the aim of your trip, we will ensure it goes smoothly from the booking stage to the visit itself.
Our customers include primary, secondary and further education establishments from around the U.K. Our staff are trained to work with all abilities and from all backgrounds including those with learning difficulties, disabilities and those with behavioural needs.
We are very used to the processes involved in planning a school residential trip and will assist in the pre-trip requirements, visit you to do presentations, and plan an itinerary to suit your needs. Choose from 17 activities to make your school residential trip as varied as possible. In addition to this the personal attention to detail and support during your visit is the main reason most groups return again and again. We are A.A.L.A. licensed and approved by many governing bodies, and by many educational authorities throughout the U.K. In today’s climate we aim to make it as easy as possible to help you run your visit.
Adults
We offer a wide range of courses for those wanting to develop personal & coaching skills in paddlesport, climbing, white water rescue and first aid, as well as an extensive range of adventure courses and holidays. Private adult parties, sports clubs, Stag/Hen parties and even big birthdays are very popular at the centre. Great social stays using our facilities and adventurous activities, combined with a great local pub with live bands to occupy the evenings. Either a full program or just the odd activity and rest.
Corporate
British Telecom, Prudential, Natwest bank, Enterprise rent a car, Hobsons brewery, are just a few of the companies that have used us for corporate events and training days.
With our large range of events we can supply a tailor made program, refreshments and food, and on site facilities, whether just a day or staying over. Our diverse range of activities and staff experience enables us to provide anything from a full days activities and training, to a social paddle down the river.
Youth Organisations
Whether a day or a residential multi activity program, we cater for all ages and abilities. Duke Of Edinburgh groups, Cubs/Scouts, Youth services, Sports clubs, and the like. We also run specific skills training in certain activities for groups either for a day, residential or over a series of dates.
Birthday parties
A very popular way to entertain the children - have a birthday party with a difference. Choose from our long list of activities, for either a single activity session or combine a few to make a day of it. Not sure? Then give us a call to discuss suitable options and age suitability.
Individuals
The centre runs multi activity days and residential holidays for individuals of all ages in the school holiday periods. Through the year we also have courses - including adventure courses - to teach specific activities and skills training.