Pre-Visit Info
Everything You Need Before Your Visit to Hollowford
We’re looking forward to welcoming you to the Hollowford Centre.
Whether you’re joining us for a school residential, youth group visit, outdoor learning programme or development event, this page contains the essential information you need to prepare.
Our team will work with you throughout the planning process. If you can’t find what you need, please get in touch.
Before You Arrive
Before your visit, we’ll ask the group leader to provide the information we need to prepare your accommodation, catering and programme. This may include:
Please return information by the deadlines provided so we have sufficient time to make the appropriate arrangements for your group.
Getting to Hollowford
Hollowford is located in Castleton in the Hope Valley, Peak District National Park.
Arriving by Coach
Coaches cannot access Hollowford Centre because of the narrow approach road.
Coaches should drop off at the coach park in Castleton, close to the Visitor Centre.
SatNav: S33 8WN
Our team will meet your group, collect your luggage and direct you on the short walk to Hollowford. Please ensure your coach driver has a copy of the Castleton coach park information before travelling.
Minibuses and Mini-Coaches
Minibuses and suitable mini-coaches can travel directly to Hollowford.
Hollowford SatNav: S33 8WR
When you arrive, our team will welcome your group, confirm arrangements and provide the information you need before your programme begins.
Information for Schools
We understand the planning and approval required for an educational visit. To support your EVC and visit leader, we can provide:
Our team regularly works with Educational Visits Co-ordinators (EVCs) and is happy to answer questions during the planning and approval process.
Medical, Dietary & Additional Needs
Please tell us as early as possible about any:
We recommend providing this information at least four weeks before your visit wherever possible.
Our catering team can accommodate a wide range of dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free and allergy-specific meals.
What to Bring
The Peak District weather can be unpredictable and activities continue outdoors in most conditions, so suitable clothing is important. Participants should bring:
Jeans are not suitable for outdoor activities. We provide specialist activity equipment including helmets, harnesses and technical safety equipment. Waterproofs, boots and rucksacks can also be provided where required.
Visiting Staff & Supervision
Successful residentials are a partnership between our team and yours. During activities, Lindley instructors are responsible for the delivery and technical safety of the activity. Visiting staff remain responsible for:
We ask that a responsible adult from your organisation accompanies each activity group.
Safety & First Aid
Safety and wellbeing are central to everything we do. Our activities are delivered by appropriately qualified and trained staff within established safeguarding, health and safety and risk management procedures.
Hollowford holds nationally recognised licences and accreditations including AALA, AHOEC Gold Standard, Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge and Adventuremark.
Activity staff hold appropriate First Aid qualifications, with first aid equipment available throughout the centre.
Supporting You
A duty member of staff is available overnight for emergencies and to support the safe operation of the centre.
They are First Aid qualified and available if visiting staff require assistance.
Visiting staff remain responsible for the supervision and pastoral care of their group overnight.
Valuables & Mobile Phones
We recommend bringing only essential personal belongings and leaving expensive items, jewellery and large amounts of cash at home.
Lindley cannot accept responsibility for the loss, theft or damage of personal possessions.
Mobile phone arrangements are at the discretion of the visiting school or organisation. We recommend communicating your policy clearly to participants and parents before the visit.
The Hollowford Shop
Our small on-site shop is usually available during the evenings for residential groups. Participants can purchase drinks, snacks, souvenirs and Lindley merchandise. Opening arrangements will be explained during your stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready for Your Visit?
If you have questions about travel, accommodation, catering, accessibility, activities or your programme, our team is here to help.
Getting the details right before you arrive means you and your group can concentrate on making the most of your Hollowford experience.