Governing Bodies

Relax and socialise in one of the Skern Lodge bars

"Many thanks for a splendid weekend - the instructors, facilities & organisation were all excellent - you have a centre to be proud of."

"This was the most excellent way to spend an afternoon and the next time we visit this part of the world we will definitely re-book. Phil, our leader, was brilliant - cool and calm and full of encouragement.
Totally exhilarating." Private Group

"Any extra information that we needed was available from office staff with very quick response - thanks Andrea!" ALP

Orchard accommodation block at Skern Lodge

"Plentiful, tasty, good quality ingredients. Just what everyone needs on a week like this. The Thursday roast was a particular highlight!" QEH

All Skern Lodge minibus drivers hold a PCV driving licence

"I am thoroughly impressed with the structure, organisation and professionalism of Skern Lodge. It is rare that an organisation are so in touch with their client and take such care over their delivery" Youth Forum

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

"Very good hotel quality food, kitchen staff so nice, pleasant and helpful" Hugh Sexey

Skern Lodge uses the dramatic coastline to challenge and thrill you

Our huge thanks go to Flavia - who was so helpful with our initial concerns that Emily might have had an allergic reaction to the wetsuit whilst with you on holiday. It was so re-assuring for us to try the wetsuit out at home beforehand!

"Excellent high quality course, good food, friendly and supportive staff who really know their stuff" DWP

Students and staff absolutely delighted with the quality and quantity of food. Always beautifully presented. Fresh fish, what a treat! North East Worcestershire

Governing Bodies

Adventure Activities Licensing Authority
www.aala.org.uk

The Adventure Activities Licensing Authority inspects activity centres and other activity providers on behalf of the Department of Education and Skills (DfES). If the Licensing Authority is satisfied that the provider complies with nationally accepted standards of good practice they issue a licence.

British Canoe Union
www.bcu.org.uk

The BCU is the lead body for canoeing and kayaking in the UK.

Royal Yachting Association
Royal Yaching Association

www.rya.org.uk

The RYA is a UK membership organisation for recreational boat owners and crew with over 103,000 personal members. There are an estimated further 500,000 boat owners nationally who are members of RYA affiliated clubs and class associations. We fight unnecessary bureaucracy and threats to boating on behalf of these members and affiliates in the UK and abroad.

Mountain Leader Training Board
www.mltb.org

The British Mountaineering Council is the representative body for hillwalkers, climbers and mountaineers in England and Wales. It lobbies and advises government on a range of important issues such as access, risk and responsibility and changes in legislation.

The Institute for Outdoor Learning is a registered charity that exists to encourage participation in outdoor learning by developing quality, safety and opportunity in outdoor provision and by supporting and enhancing the good practice of those who work in the field.

The Investors in People Standard is a business improvement tool designed to advance an organisation's performance through its people.

South West Tourism is a partnership of private enterprise and both local and central government. We work to encourage the promotion and development of tourism in Bath, Bristol, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.

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