GROUP ACCOMMODATION | EXCLUSIVE VENUE HIRE
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Whether you're organising a group residential, retreat, training event, wedding or family gathering, we offer exclusive-use accommodation in fantastic locations.
From a dramatic mansion and large residential centres to cottages, camping and glamping, our venues can accommodate groups ranging from up to 12 to over 100 guests. Venues are available for self-catered organised groups on an exclusivie-use basis, as well as for fully catered group residentials.
A trusted partner for organised groups
The venues are owned and operated by Sandwell Council, and the Residential Education Service has been providing residential experiences and accommodation for schools, youth groups and organised groups from across the UK for decades.
Our venues combine outstanding locations with practical, flexible accommodation. The same partnership approach that underpins our work with schools is applied to every venue hire and group accommodation visit, helping groups plan and deliver successful events, residentials and gatherings with confidence.
Ideal for:
We welcome a diverse range of groups, including but not limited to:
Youth and community groups
Charity and voluntary organisations
LARP events
Leadership and team training retreats
Uniformed groups, such as Girlguiding and Scouts
Wellbeing, creative and special interest retreats
Family gatherings
DofE camps and Sports clubs
Church and Faith groups
Our Venues & Accommodation Options
|
Venue |
Beds |
Location |
Self-Catered Option |
Catered option |
Instructor-led activities option |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Edgmond Hall |
57 |
Nr Newport, Shrops |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
12 |
Nr Newport, Shrops |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
|
|
Frank Chapman Centre |
70 |
Nr Bewdley, Worcs |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Orchard Village Glamping |
42 |
Nr Bewdley, Worcs |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Camping |
n/a |
Nr Bewdley, Worcs |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
|
110 |
Great Haywood, Staffs |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
|
Plas Gwynant |
60 |
Gwynedd |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Why exclusive use?
Your group. Your schedule. Your space.
All of our venues are available on an exclusive use basis and are not open to the public, This means you have privacy and flexibility, and can focus on your own group's experience.
Not sure which venue is right for you?
With over 300 beds available across 4 locations and 7 accommodation options, we'd encourage you to tell us a little about your group and we'll help you find the most suitable venue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our centres are available to all kinds of organised groups, charities, clubs, businesses, education providers and family groups. The venues can suit groups needs differently, so please check the venue pages for specifics.
If you haven't visited the accommodation before we are always happy to arrange this. We welcome enquiries and can discuss suitable opportunities to view the venue before confirming your booking.
You can send an enquiry here.
You can contact our team via the form below or visit the individual venue pages for more information.
In most cases, yes. Full details are on the individual pages.
At Frank Chapman Centre there may be a group using the main centre and a different group camping / glamping, but they have access to different facilities and parts of the grounds.
Yes. Most of our venues can be booked on either a self-catered or catered basis subject to availability.
Yes. There is an overview of facilities on each venue's page.
Your Visit Supports Young People
Once we've paid the bills, any income generated from your visit is used to provide a subsidy for young people from Sandwell to take part in a residential education experience at one of our centres with their school.
By choosing one of our venues for your group, you're helping future generations access inspiring residential education experiences in truly special environments.
