Play Away Centre

Welcome To Play Away

Play Away based in the Yorkshire Dales National Park has established a safe purpose-equipped, fully inclusive recreational & educational facility for young people.

The Centre is open all year, and is a safe and secure environment for residentials and day visits for Youth Organisations / Educational / Schools.

In thirteen acres of its own land, the centre is also perfectly situated for visits to the many attractions in the surrounding areas.

All staff at the centre are fully trained in accordance with current government legislation concerning safety, protection. However, it is your responsibility to supervise your group. You must have competent staff to manage all your activities, including the pool.

Costs are subsidised by the fundraising efforts of the trustees and management and start from £8 per person per night for community/voluntary groups. £10 per person per night for CIC and statutory funded organisations, i.e. schools.

Facilities include: Residential accommodation for up to 35 people (Big House) - 17 people (Stone Barn) - 2 Campsites - 13 Acres of Land - Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool - Sports Hall - Activities Centre - Art and Craft Room - Class/Study Rooms – Animal Unit - 2 Gardens.

The Centre also provides various educational materials, curriculum links pre-planned walks, compasses etc. for your convenience.

Groups are strongly advised to read all paperwork prior to visit, located in the downloads tab.