Schools & Education
School prices start from £110 per head fully catered Monday to Friday staying in the Clock Tower Annex.
Prices in the Main Castle start from £150 fully catered Monday to Friday. Half week courses are available and self-catering is an option for groups using the Clock Tower Annex accommodation.
What can Ford Castle offer?
- A unique and flexible residential visit to a 14th century castle
- Visits and activities for all ages, subjects and interest groups
- A range of courses are available:
- Field Studies
- Adventure Activities
- Personal and team development
- Curriculum linked education courses - Science, History, Geography, English/Drama, Modern Foreign Languages and Music
- Courses for teaching staff
- All courses are tailored to meet your specific needs
- Horse riding is available nearby
- National Trust properties can be visited using our educational membership card e.g.
- Easy access to The Farne Islands, local castles etc.
- There are 2 designated minibuses (16 passengers) available for visiting group use
- Northumberland teachers require a MiDAS qualification to drive our buses, and a minimum age of 25 applies to all
Why are Residential visits and Adventure Activities important?
The government wants outdoor learning including school visits and residential's, to be part of every pupils experience. From a geography field trip to a week at a residential activity centre, out of classroom education can help bring a subject to live.
Advice on organising an educational visit can be found at www.teachernet.gov.uk/wholeschool/healthandsafety/visits/
‘High quality education outside the classroom can stimulate and inspire; foster independence; aid personal and social development; and can often motivate reluctant learners.’
For full prices please contact our main office 01890 820257 or complete the enquiry form.
