Let the adventure begin!
Cote Ghyll Mill is the perfect venue for school residentials and activity days. Set in its own private woodland with a wide range of outdoor adventures and learning experiences right on the doorstep. Choose to run your own activities or hire expert activity providers to lead the way.
Don’t fancy an overnight stay? We can also host single activity days where you can hire the use of our facilities for your school or youth group. Prices start from just £25 per person with a hearty hot lunch included.
Here are a few providers who have worked at Cote Ghyll before. This list is not exhaustive. You are more than welcome to hire a provider of your own choosing.
Expert activity providers providing personally tailored activities, specific to your requirements.
Invite Centurion Maximus to Cote Ghyll Mill where he'll lead an exciting day-long workshop on Roman life in Britain!
Please note we do not organise outdoor activity providers, you must arrange these yourself.
Plan your own custom itinerary with the help of our sample itinerary below. You can customise the itinerary based around your budget, age-group, interests and more. Choose from some easy to plan 'do it yourself' activities or exciting outdoor activities led by expert providers.
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| Sample 3-day 'do it yourself' itinerary | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Day 01 | Day 02 | Day 03 |
| 08:00–09:00 | --- | 🥓 Breakfast. | 🥓 Breakfast. |
| 09:00–11:00 | --- | 🔥 Bushcrafts & Shelter Building – Head outside to our dedicated bushcraft & shelter building area and try your hand at building a shelter and making a campfire using our lesson plan outline. | 🚶♂️ Take a leisurely stroll to Osmotherley Village, explore the sights and complete the Osmotherley Trail. |
| 11:00–12:00 | Arrive, check-in and explore The Mill. | ||
| 12:00–13:00 | 🍔 Packed lunch from The Mill. | 🍔 Packed lunch from The Mill. | 🍔 Packed lunch from The Mill. |
| 14:00–17:30 | 🗺 Orienteering – Head outside into the surrounding Cod Beck Woods for an exciting and challenging outdoor sport that exercises mind and body! Our pre-planned orienteering course is perfect for teachers to lead themselves. | 🚶♂️ Take the picturesque hike to Mount Grace Priory following the Cleveland Way and calling at the remote Lady Chapel on the way. | ⚽️ Spend the afternoon enjoying the play area and playing field at our adjacent caravan park before heading home. |
| 18:00–19:00 | 🍕 Evening meal at the Mill. | 🍕 Evening meal at the Mill. | --- |
| 19:00–21:00 | 🎤 Host your own talent show and karaoke evening judged by your own teachers. | 🕺 Disco and Tuck Shop – Enjoy a fun night in at The Mill as our multi-purpose meeting room transforms into a disco complete with glittering disco ball, and our tuck shop opens up serving snacks and drinks. | --- |
| Sample 3-day expert-led itinerary | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Day 01 | Day 02 | Day 03 |
| 08:00–09:00 | --- | 🥓 Breakfast. | 🥓 Breakfast. |
| 09:00–11:00 | --- | 🧗♂️ Waterfall Abseil – Test your nerve with a thrilling abseil down our very own waterfall under the supervision of skilled instructors. | 🏃♂️ Test your mind and body with a competitive Orienteering Challenge in Cod Beck woods. |
| 11:00–12:00 | Arrive, check-in and explore The Mill. | ||
| 12:00–13:00 | 🍔 Packed lunch from The Mill. | 🍔 Packed lunch from The Mill. | 🍔 Packed lunch from The Mill. |
| 14:00–17:30 | 💦 Stream Scramble – Be prepared to get wet and wild on an adventurous stream scramble activity guided by expert instructors. Then head into the woods for an exciting Axe Throwing activity. | 🛶 Raft Building & Canoeing – Take the short walk to the stunning Cod Beck Reservoir for an exciting afternoon on the water! | 🔥 Bushcraft & Shelter Building – Learn bushcraft and survival skills from the experts then channel your inner Robin Hood with Woodland Archery lessons under the safe supervision of professional instructors. Then it's time to say goodbye and head on home. |
| 18:00–19:00 | 🍕 Evening meal at the Mill. | 🍕 Evening meal at the Mill. | --- |
| 19:00–21:00 | ✨ Team games and star gazing at Cod beck reservoir. Head back to The Mill for a campfire with marshmallow toasting, hot chocolate and campfire songs. | 🕺 Disco and Tuck Shop – Enjoy a fun night in at The Mill as our multi-purpose meeting room transforms into a disco complete with glittering disco ball, and our tuck shop opens up serving snacks and drinks. | --- |
| Sample 3-day itinerary with offsite activities (own transport required) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Day 01 | Day 02 | Day 03 |
| 08:00–09:00 | --- | 🥓 Breakfast. | 🥓 Breakfast and checkout. |
| 09:00–17:30 |
🦋 On your way to Cote Ghyll Mill visit Preston Park Museum and Butterfly World followed by Airtrail at Tees Barrage or Ten Pin Bowling at Teeside Park. Or, take the challenge of climbing Roseberry Topping descending via Captain Cook Monument or Cliff Rigg Quarry. Visit Captain Cook School room Museum to learn about our local explorer Captain Cook. |
Head off for a full day of adventure at a local destination of your choice (packed lunch provided): YorkOffering more attractions per square mile than any other destination in the UK, there’s a lot to love in the beautiful historic city of York. WhitbyThere's more to Whitby than meets the eye - with its connections to Captain Cook and Dracula, its quirky narrow streets and bustling harbour overlooked by the striking Gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey, Whitby is a fascinating town, quite unlike any other. SaltburnThe delightful coastal town Saltburn-by-the-sea bestows plenty of Victorian charm and thrills. From the water balanced cliff lifts to the last remaining pier in Yorkshire, Saltburn promises its visitors an authentic seaside experience. |
🎢 Lightwater Valley or Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo – Say goodbye to the Mill and head off for a full day of thrill seeking activities at one of the UK's best theme parks. 🍔 Packed lunch provided.
Or perhaps you'd prefer to make a splash at 💦 North Yorkshire Water Park and experience the thrills of raft building and stand up paddle boarding before tackling the unforgettable inflatable obstacle AquaPark. |
| 17:30–18:00 | Arrive, check-in and explore The Mill. | 🚌 Head back to The Mill. | 🚌 Head home. |
| 18:00–19:00 | 🍕 Evening meal at the Mill. | 🍕 Evening meal at the Mill. | --- |
| 19:00–21:00 | ✨ Team games and star gazing at Cod beck reservoir. Head back to The Mill for a campfire with marshmallow toasting, hot chocolate and campfire songs. | 🕺 Disco and Tuck Shop – Enjoy a fun night in at The Mill as our multi-purpose meeting room transforms into a disco complete with glittering disco ball, and our tuck shop opens up serving snacks and drinks. | --- |
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Price: FREE
Enjoy a pleasant, easily accessible nature trail in and around Cote Ghyll.
Hone your outdoor survival skills in our dedicated campfire, bushcrafts & shelter building area.
Find your inner Robin Hood and test your hand eye coordination with woodland archery.
Price: FREE
Explore North Yorkshire's nature by night. Spot nocturnal wildlife or try your hand at stargazing.
Price: FREE
Our TV lounge is perfect for movies. Games includes a pool, table tennis and more!
Price: FREE
Our dedicated campfire area is perfect for campfire stories and melting marshmallows.
Price: FREE
Organise a disco in our multi-purpose function room complete with with glitter ball & disco lights!
Price: FREE
Our indoor quiz trail is a perfect free activity for rainy days.
Price: FREE
Join the world's largest treasure-hunt and try your hand at geocaching.
Take a leisurely stroll through the trees alongside our newly created beckside walk.
A picturesque village within walking distance offering a selection of excellent pubs, shops & cafes.
Price: FREE
A 15th century chapel and place of pilgrimage with marvellous views into the Vale of York.
Price: FREE
A challenging walk across the highest and widest part of the North York Moors National Park.
Price: FREE
A popular picnic/beauty spot on the North York Moors, with a gentle stream perfect for paddling.
Set amid woodland in this monastery is the best preserved Carthusian priory in Britain.
Swimming baths with a modern gym, sports hall, sauna and a 25m pool with flumes and wave machine.
Only a short drive away Scugdale crags is perfect for beginners and bouldering.
Discover the impressive ruins of one of England's most powerful Cistercian monasteries.
Price: FREE
A distinctive and iconic landmark with breathtaking views across North Yorkshire and Cleveland
An amazing day out for the whole family! There’s something for everyone to explore.
If you're looking for a fun family-day out then look no further!
The impressive ruins lie in picturesque surroundings by the River Swale in North Yorkshire.
Yorkshire's ultimate Theme Park attraction & award winning Zoo.
Make a splash at one of the largest natural watersport lakes in North Yorkshire.
