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With over 45 years of experience, Conway Centres is the perfect place for schools and groups to come together and make life-long memories. Whether your child is visiting the stunning Anglesey coastline or the quaint Cheshire countryside - our centres are perfect for every child.
It may be your child's first ever residential or your child has visited us before, but rest assured we have everything in one place to ensure you and your child are fully prepared for the residential trip...
A Conway Centres residential is more than a school trip – it’s a carefully designed experience that helps children and teenagers develop independence, build confidence, and form lasting friendships in a safe and supportive environment.
Here’s how your child benefits from a stay at Conway Centres:
Personal Growth and Independence
Residentials provide children with their first real taste of independence. From making their own bed to trying something new, children grow in confidence and resilience – key life skills that stay with them long after the trip ends.
Supports Learning Beyond the Classroom
Each programme is aligned with the school curriculum and tailored to your child’s age group. Activities encourage problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork – all while learning through doing in exciting real-world environments.
Builds Friendships and Social Skills
Living, learning, and exploring together helps children develop communication, empathy, and collaboration skills – important for their social development and mental wellbeing.
Safe, Trusted and Fully Supervised
Every activity at Conway Centres undergoes thorough risk assessments to ensure the highest safety standards. All sessions are led by fully qualified, experienced instructors, and your child will be carefully supervised at all times. Our staff are specially trained to prioritise your child’s wellbeing, creating a secure and supportive environment throughout their stay.
With four unique centres, that offer a perfect fit for every adventure! Located in sunny Anglesey, our largest centre provides sweeping coastal views and a true sense of exploration. In the heart of Cheshire, our Delamere, Tattenhall, and Burwardsley centres offer smaller, cozy settings, ideal for younger children and first-time visitors. Each centre is designed to offer enriching experiences, from woodland trails to waterfront activities, ensuring that every stay is filled with discovery, exploration, and memorable moments. Intrigued to see where your child is going, find out more...
Our centres offer delicious, balanced menus designed to keep your group energised throughout your stay. We provide a variety of meal options to suit all tastes, and dietary requirements or allergies can be fully catered for with advance notice.
To ensure your child has a comfortable and enjoyable stay, please pack suitable clothing for all weather conditions. This includes waterproof jackets, warm layers, sturdy shoes or wellies, and a change of clothes. If the weather is sunny, don’t forget sun protection such as a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Essentials like a water bottle and toiletries are also important, and a sleeping bag if required by the centre. There’s no need to bring specialist equipment—Conway Centres provide all necessary safety gear, including helmets, life jackets, wetsuits, and harnesses for activities. Our expert instructors ensure every child is fully equipped and safe, so packing the basics is all you need to do!
Airbnb
Looking for a family getaway that blends comfort, adventure, and the great outdoors? Our unique lodges in Delamere Forest and on the Isle of Anglesey offer the perfect base for weekend breaks, bank holidays, or school holiday escapes. Whether you’re after peaceful woodland walks, coastal adventures, or an accessible retreat for children with additional needs – there’s a stay to suit every family and budget.
We do not recommend that children bring any valuable items or electronics such as a phone. All groups leaders are encouraged to bring a duty phone with them, to allow contact with any participants should they need to during their stay on centre.
If for any reason you are unable to get hold of the group leader via this direct duty phone they may call the centre and relay a message.
Anglesey centre – 01248 546021
Cheshire centres – 01829 770223
Your child's safety
Schools tell us that our staff are a significant highlight of their stay, being supportive, friendly and professional; no child gets left behind.
All of our staff come from, and understand, education, so are committed to improving outcomes for children and young people. We only employ the highest calibre of very qualified and experienced staff who are able to differentiate their teaching to suit the specific needs of a group or individual within that group.
should you have any further questions please contact our team on conwaycentres@edsential.co.uk
