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School Residential Trips & Adventure Camps In Wales

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Pembrokeshire School Residentials, Scout Camps & Family Adventures | Dewslake Farm
Dewslake Farm campsite in Lamphey Pembrokeshire for school residentials Scout camps and family adventure breaks
Outer Reef × Dewslake Farm

Pembrokeshire School Residentials, Scout Camps & Family Adventure Breaks

Stay together at Dewslake Farm near Lamphey and build a complete Pembrokeshire outdoor programme with Outer Reef — surfing, coasteering, kayaking, paddle boarding and coastal learning.

This partnership is especially strong for schools and Scout groups who need a spacious, practical base with multiple accommodation options and professionally guided activities nearby.

School Residentials Scout & Youth Groups Primary & Secondary Schools Families Surf • SUP • Kayak • Coasteer Camping & Glamping
Build Your Group Programme

Tell Us Your Dates, Group Size, Ages & Learning Goals

We can shape a day trip, weekend or residential-style camp around your group and the coastal conditions.

✓ Primary & Secondary Schools ✓ Scouts & Youth Groups ✓ Surf, SUP, Kayak & Coasteer ✓ Camping, Bell Tents & Shepherds Huts
AALA Licensed Provider 1999 Established Schools Primary & Secondary Scouts & Youth Groups Dewslake Lamphey Base
Big Focus: School Residentials

Turn Pembrokeshire Into Your Outdoor Classroom

A residential should give pupils more than a change of scenery. It should create challenge, confidence, teamwork, independence and memorable shared experiences.

Dewslake gives your school a comfortable, practical base. Outer Reef builds the coastal learning programme around surfing, paddle sports, coasteering, water confidence and environmental awareness.

Primary SchoolsSupportive, confidence-building outdoor learning.
Secondary SchoolsMore challenge, resilience and leadership opportunities.
Large Year GroupsAsk about rotating pupils through multiple activities.
ResidentialsBuild a 2–5 day structured programme around the coast.
Dewslake Farm school residential and group camping base Pembrokeshire
School & Group Activities

Surfing, Paddle Boarding, Kayaking & Coasteering

Build a single-activity day or create a multi-day programme with different activities across the week.

Dewslake Farm campsite map Lamphey Pembrokeshire
A Practical Residential Base

Stay Together, Eat Together, Adventure Together

Dewslake gives schools, Scouts and family groups a base where everyone can stay close together, while still offering different accommodation styles for staff, leaders, families and smaller groups.

Large Camping Areas
Bell Tent Glamping
Shepherds Huts
Hot Showers & Toilets
Shared Kitchen Facilities
On-Site Café
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Stay Your Way

Camping, Bell Tents & Shepherds Huts

Choose the style of stay that works best for your group.

Dewslake glamping bell tents Pembrokeshire

Bell Tent Glamping

A more comfortable camping option for families, teachers, leaders and smaller groups.

Dewslake shepherds huts Pembrokeshire

Shepherds Huts

Warm, simple and ideal for guests who want a little more comfort.

Campfire at Dewslake Farm Pembrokeshire

Traditional Camping

Camp together, share evenings around the fire and keep the whole residential experience social.

Dewslake Farm Gallery

See The Base Before You Arrive

Super visual, easy to understand and designed to help teachers, Scout leaders and families picture the stay.

Example School Residential

How A 5-Day Pembrokeshire Residential Could Work

The exact order stays flexible because coastal activities need to work with tides, sea state, weather and the group.

1

Arrive & Settle In

Set up at Dewslake, meet the team and prepare for the programme.

2

Surf Day

Beach safety, surf coaching, teamwork and time in the waves.

3

Kayak Or SUP

Explore sheltered water and build paddle confidence.

4

Coasteering

Swim, scramble, challenge and explore the coast.

5

Final Challenge

Finish with the activity that best suits conditions and group goals.

Scouts, Youth Groups & Families

Not Just For Schools

Dewslake also works brilliantly for groups who want the freedom of camping and the structure of professionally guided activities.

Scout Camps

Camping, teamwork, outdoor challenge and coastal adventure fit naturally into a Scout weekend or multi-day camp.

Youth Groups

Build confidence and positive shared experiences through surfing, paddling and coastal adventure.

Family Groups

Several families can stay together while choosing activities that work across different ages and confidence levels.

Clubs & Teams

Create a sociable coastal break with challenge, teamwork and a shared campsite base.

University Groups

A relaxed base for surf clubs, outdoor societies and university adventure trips.

Multi-Generational Trips

Mix activity days with downtime at camp, café stops and exploring South Pembrokeshire.

Cwtch sauna at Dewslake Farm Pembrokeshire
More Than A Campsite

Campfires, Woodland, Café Stops & Time To Unwind

The best residentials and family camps are not scheduled every minute. Dewslake gives groups downtime between activity sessions and space to relax at the end of the day.

Campfire Evenings
Woodland Setting
On-Site Café
Group Social Time
Space Between Activities
Family-Friendly Atmosphere
Rowan Tree Café

A Useful Extra For Busy Group Days

Dewslake’s on-site café gives teachers, leaders and families an easy place for coffee, food and a little downtime between adventures.

Rowan Tree Cafe Dewslake Farm Pembrokeshire
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Location

Dewslake Farm, Lamphey

Dewslake sits just outside Lamphey, between Pembroke and Tenby, giving groups a strong base for exploring South Pembrokeshire and reaching Outer Reef activity locations.

Dewslake Farm

The Ridgeway, Lamphey, Pembrokeshire, SA71 5PB.

Useful School & Group Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dewslake School, Scout & Family Camp FAQs

Can schools book residential trips here?Q
Yes. Outer Reef can build residential-style activity programmes for primary and secondary schools, while Dewslake provides the camping or glamping base.
Can Scout groups book?Q
Yes. The combination of camping, group space and guided outdoor activities works very well for Scouts and youth groups.
What activities can we include?Q
Surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking and coasteering can all be included, subject to group needs and safe conditions.
What accommodation is available?Q
Dewslake offers camping pitches, bell tent glamping and shepherds huts.
Can families book too?Q
Yes. Families can use Dewslake as a base and add Outer Reef activities across a weekend or longer stay.
How do we start planning?Q
Send your group size, ages, preferred dates, trip length and the activities you would like to include through the Outer Reef contact page.
Dewslake Farm school residential Scout camp and family adventure break Pembrokeshire
Camp Together. Learn Together. Adventure Together.

Build A Pembrokeshire Trip Your Group Will Remember

Tell us your dates, group size, ages and goals. We’ll help you combine Dewslake Farm with the right mix of surfing, paddling, kayaking, coasteering and coastal learning.

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