Why Pendarren

On-site facilities

Climbing tower

Pendarren has a 12 metre high climbing and abseiling tower. In addition there is an all-ability area with low angle climbing and a wheelchair abseil site, and a bouldering wall in the Annexe.

Low ropes course

Situated within the grounds of the house, this multifunctional, self discovery low ropes course provides challenges for a range of abilities. It has fantastic views across the valley providing that little extra exposure when making those challenging little moves.

Zip wire

Our latest activity on site is the 300 meter zip line, which contours the valley at height, providing real exposure and exhilaration. This activity is usually coupled with the climbing tower to provide a full day of activities on site.

Campsite

There is a small campsite suitable for DofE expedition groups. There is space for groups of up to 16 people. There is a covered cooking area and toilet, groups can hire the Countryside Study Centre if they require a large room. This facility does require booking in advance.

Grounds

Pendarren House has several acres of grounds that include:

• team challenge activities,
• a variety of wildlife habitats such as ponds, pasture, woodland.
• tipi for group work,
• football/volleyball area
• bushcraft area
• orienteering courses
• sensory garden
• table tennis

Transport

Fleet of well maintained minibuses, including a 17 seat minibus that can be adapted to carry one wheelchair.

Countryside study centre

This is a large, well-equipped classroom block separate to the main building, which is used for briefings and for evening follow up work. It is equipped with an interactive whiteboard, toilets, a good range of field study and laboratory equipment.

The building is also available for separate hire and can seat up to 80.

Other resources

All-terrain wheelchairs.

Teaching resources include:

• whiteboards
• smartboards
• visualiser
• laptops
• cameras
• video cameras