Set on the banks of the River Cleddau, a stones throw from the UK’s only coastal national park; Pembrokeshire Activity Centre is the perfect venue for outdoor pursuits. Offering an unrivalled choice of land based and on the water activities from coasteering to kayaking, power boating to cliff climbing and with our own on-site accommodation it is an ideal place to come and visit for a day or stay for a week! Activities available for all: from 8-80, families, youth groups, team building, schools etc.
The new Centre at Cleddau Reach, Pembroke Dock is a truly fantastic venue – a £2.5m accommodation and activity centre with around £500k of equipment and up to 30 specialist well qualified instructors working at peak periods. We are open throughout the year and busy from mid January through to mid November offering a huge range of activities to young people.
With specialist support for visiting teams, schools and groups, the centre holds one of the largest Trust staff teams in the UK who deliver programmes tailored to your specific requirements.
Where are we?
We are situated on the very edge of the Cleddau River, Pembrokeshire’s secret waterway, where the river enters the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Our slipways enter the water at the mouth of Cosheston Pill, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest
We are only a couple of minutes away from the main A477 although you won’t know it while you’re here; Pembroke Dock railway station is just a mile away, we’re barely two from the Irish Ferry port and only 40 miles from the M4.
Facilities
Based in the modern, purpose built wet side teaching unit you will have direct all-tides access to the Cleddau Waterway and the use of:
• Large modern training fleet and associated equipment
• Extensive changing and showering facilities
• Indoor climbing wall
• Wheelchair access throughout including specialised changing rooms, lift and ramps
• Dining area and cafe with balcony looking out over the river
• Common rooms with optional TV and tea & coffee making facilities
• Floodlit ‘kick about’ play area
Staff
During the peak season we employ over 30 staff, ranging from Senior Instructors to Duty Officers, all of whom have vital roles in the smooth running of this large activity centre
Highly qualified, experienced, friendly and enthusiastic are all qualities we look for in our staff. The majority of our instructors are qualified in several discplines and all are trained in First Aid, Risk Assessment and Safe Teaching Practices.
Courses for schools, colleges and groups are tailor made to suit your group requirements following discussions with your key personnel. In this way we believe that expectations are met, challenges realised and friendships made.
Safety & Credentials
Pembrokeshire Activity Centre is inspected and tested annually by both the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority and the Royal Yachting Association. We are proud of our status as an RYA Training Establishment and a Welsh Yachting Association Centre of Excellence for Regional Training. All our activities follow the relevant National Governing Body guidelines and staffing ratios
Our staff are trained in accordance with the appropriate National Governing Body guidelines with ongoing regular updates in risk assessment, first aid, safe teaching practices and emergency procedures.
All equipment used, including the training fleet, is of a high standard and is appopriately tested and approved. All safety equipment complies with BSI and EC specifications.
And finally …..
While you’re in one of the most beautiful counties in Wales it would be a shame to miss out on the world famous beaches and countryside. Barafundle, voted the UK’s favourite picnic spot for 2006, is just a 20 minute drive and a stunning cliff top walk away. Or visit Skomer Island National Nature Reserve – let us know and we’ll be happy to help you add some extra special treats to your time with us.
Whatever mix of on or off-site activities you choose we guarantee you will never forget your time with us and, like our existing customers, will want to return again and again.
With an unrivalled choice of watersports and adventure activity courses, the Pembrokeshire Activity Centre is the place to get active.
Whether you’re looking to learn something new, go for qualifications or work in the watersports industry, our enthusiastic and dedicated team of instructors will help you get there. All are qualified to a high level and work within national governing body guidelines for each discipline.
Our exciting range of courses will take you from a complete beginner to expert. We offer:
* a choice of water and land-based sports instruction – no need for previous experience
* excellent tuition, equipment and facilities to give you the knowledge and confidence to master whichever activity you choose
* small instructor to participant ratios so that you can enjoy quality tuition on a personal basis
* flexibility on all course dates, subject to minimum numbers and terms & conditions
