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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Pros: Kind staff Engaging activities Helpful leaders Adrenaline activities Don’t force you into activities Cons: Springs sticking out of bed Lumpy mattresses Bad food Food made peo... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My daughter Ava has just come back from the Christmas sleepover. She has had the best time, met new friends, done fun activities she wouldn’t usually do and made memories forever! Already wanting me t... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rooms Tiny Food Awful Instructors Rude Showers that don't run longer than 10 seconds Some students couldn't wash there hair due to the shower being only suitable for 11 year olds, no consid... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Visited Dukeshouse for 2nd year running. Was expecting a similar experience as last year. However, was expecting a hot lunch but due to other groups having hot food provided, we were provided with a... See more

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  1. Adventure Sports Centre
  2. Education Centre
  3. Events Venue
  4. Outdoor Activity Organiser

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Group residential adventures and outdoor activity centres Providing day-trip and residential adventures that encourage confidence, resilience and life skills for schools and groups of all ages. Explore our programmes and outdoor activity centres across the UK and beyond. Part of the Inspiring Learning Family www.inspiring-learning.com


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful don’t go to the north wales location!!!

My daughter has just returned from a trip to the wales location and has had an awful time. She has come home unwell and exhausted having had a terrible experience. Rude staff, faeces stains on the mattresses, crawling with spiders- even in the food! Staff were rude and activities were cobbled together as if they hadn’t even been planned. Extremely loud all night so no sleep was had and the whole experience sounds horrific. Very disappointing.

21 June 2024
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Dear Andy

Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry to hear your group's stay was not satisfactory. Can you provide us with more information so we can investigate accordingly?

Please email your concerns, along with with your the name of your group and which Kingswood centre you visited, to: complaints.il@inspiring-learning.com, and we will look into this fully.

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I WOULD NEVER LET MY DAUGHTER GO THERE…

I WOULD NEVER LET MY DAUGHTER GO THERE EVER AGAIN

my daughter is in Yr 6 and she went really exited then came home saying it was not what she expected the activities were fine but sadly the bathroom and toilet were a let down one bathroom shower was flooding and the toilet would not flush and the smell was disgusting one of her friends bathroom toilet had over flowed due the low water pressure in my opinion the whole place could do with an upgrade and every time one child shuts the door my daughter said it vibrates

21 June 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Dear Angela

Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry to hear your Daughter's stay was not satisfactory. Can you provide us with more information so we can investigate accordingly?

Please email your concerns, along with with your the name of your group and which Kingswood centre you visited, to: complaints.il@inspiring-learning.com, and we will look into this fully.

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WHAT AN AWFUL PLACE -colomendy

I’m just absolutely exhausted from this hell. Please someone sort this place out, pop on the beds, blood in the sinks, staff were no older than 16 and the food was sickening. The activities made me want to run away and hide in a corner the instructor asked me how’s it going about 9 times she looked like she was on something suspicious, no signal couldn’t use my phone

DO NOT GO HERE!

18 June 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Dear Tom

Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry to hear your group's stay was not satisfactory.

Please email your concerns, along with with your the name of your group and which Kingswood centre you visited, to: complaints.il@inspiring-learning.com, and we will look into this fully.

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disgusting

Disgusting! Kids had food poisoning. Hygiene rate should be immediately reviewed. Food is horrible, dirty dishes, dirty cups. Lots of crawling insects in rooms, on beds... Horrible experience. This should be visided by some authorities and checked, absolutely awful

19 June 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Dear Frequent User

Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry to hear your group's stay was not satisfactory. Can you provide us with more information so we can investigate accordingly?

I can confirm our hygiene rating is reviewed across all of our centres and are marked as operating at a high level.

Please email your concerns, along with with your the name of your group and which Kingswood centre you visited, to: complaints.il@inspiring-learning.com, and we will look into this fully.

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

fantastic experience

From start to finish we had an amazing time! We took a group of children aged between 9 and 11. The children had an amazing experience, all the activities were well suited. They were given plenty of time on each activity. All the instructors were friendly and welcoming. Food was good, the children never complained and always had plenty to eat. All the staff at Duke house couldn't do enough to ensure the children enjoyed their time at the residential.

3 June 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hello Rebecca

Thank you for sharing your experience with us and we hope to welcome another group with you again soon.

Kind regards

The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very knowledgable staff helped me…

Very knowledgable staff helped me choose a new clean water pump for my van. Great price, great service and a great shop ..... Thanks again
Sean

4 June 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Sean, I think you may have the wrong Kingswood - but we're glad to hear your van got fixed! 😅

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely wonderful staff!

Absolutely wonderful staff who work super hard to make sure everyone has a positive experience. The activities on offer are also brilliant. There is something for everyone, not just the big thrill seekers. Overall a truly fabulous place!

29 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Thank you so much for this lovely feedback Suzy!

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fab Open day experience

Brought my daughter and her bestie to your open day today, and wow what a day they had! Lots of activities on offer and has helped my daughter get over her fear of heights thanks to the really encouraging staff! They will sleep well tonight! Great day, thank you 🤩

29 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

This is what we love to hear - what an achievement! We're glad they were able to join us and had a great day.

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great day had by all

We went along to the open day today, the kids had a fantastic day and all for charity too. The staff were fantastic with everyone. A great day had by all

29 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Ricky,

We're glad to hear to had a great day at the IoW Open Day, thanks for coming and helping us fundraise for Youth Sport Trust.

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a lovely day at Kingswood open day…

Had a lovely day at Kingswood open day 2024 where they was raising money for charity . Lovely event , The kids and adults had the best time using all your facilities and taking part in lots of activities. Thank you to all the staff especially Yaz who went out of her way to show us where activities where and making sure everybody felt welcome and knew their way around the site . Thank you all . Hoping this event will return next year

29 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Frances,

Thank you for this lovely feedback. We're so glad your whole group enjoyed their visit to the centre - we'll see you next time!

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yazmin Wright what a great day

Yazmin Wright what a great day, you and your staff were excellent helping the kids to build their confidence, thankyou for a fun field day.
Wendy

29 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Wendy,

Thank you for this lovely feedback, we've passed on your message to the fantastic team at Kingswood IoW.

Kind regards,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great weekend

Great weekend
Fantastic staff
Good food
Guides have asked to go back next year

24 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Thank you for the kind feedback Linda!

Best,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

School residential trip

My daughter recently had her school residential trip to Kingswood and thoroughly enjoyed it. Staff were very friendly and helpful. One of her class mates had a birthday while there and they went out and bought her a cake. She liked how if there wasn't something on the menu someone liked they would make them something else. She enjoyed the activities and her room she said was nice.

22 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Claire,

We're so glad your daughter enjoyed her trip!

Best,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The activity people are really friendly…

The activity people are really friendly and try to reach new potentials the beds really comfy thanks for the awesome time I rlly enjoyed the fire ligheting

17 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

We're so glad you enjoyed your experience at Kingswood - hope to see you back soon!

Best,
The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mac is so good

Mac is so good. He is helpful and kind. I love Mac.

13 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Archer

Thank you for your feedback. We will pass your comments onto the team. We hope to welcome you again soon.

Best Wishes

The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Archers the best

Archer, was the best instructor. He was so professional and definitely earned 5 stars. He made our experience inspiring! Ya get me! Get it?

13 May 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Mac

Thank you for your feedback. We will pass your comments onto the team. We hope to welcome you again soon.

Best Wishes

The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stayed at the Grosvenor centre

Stayed at the Grosvenor centre, good facilities, fun activities and great staff.

Thank you!

23 April 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Millie

Thank you for your feedback. We will pass your comments onto the centre team. We hope to welcome you again soon.

Best Wishes

The Kingswood Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Grosvenor Hall

Stayed at Grosvenor Hall recently, lovely site, great facilities, friendly team

29 April 2024
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Reply from Kingswood

Hi Chloe

Thank you for your feedback. We will pass your comments onto the centre team. We hope to welcome you again soon.

Best Wishes

The Kingswood Team

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