…where every break, every activity, every moment, is tailored to every person every time.
Our goal is to be accessible to all, and that includes adapting our breaks to be more inclusive. At the start of 2024 we revitalised our offerings and, following guest feedback, introduced some new breaks and alternative ways for you to visit Calvert Exmoor.
Please browse this page for all the details on the different types of breaks you can enjoy!
Whatever your situation and reason for visiting, creating your Calvert Exmoor experience starts here!
Residential breaks
Residentials are the defining breaks that families, schools, carers and care users, individuals, and groups, have been enjoying for almost 30 years.
If you’ve visited us before, these residential breaks are what you’ll be familiar with.
If you’ve not visited us before, then know that you’ll get two activity sessions a day (as outlined below), accommodation and full dining options as standard. Enjoy evening entertainment, a splash in the pool and use of the sensory room if needed. Plus take a moment to walk the reservoir or put your feet up in the Acland Room; downtime is your time, to do as you wish.
How could you spend your free afternoon before or after checking out? With time to do what you wish before arriving or heading home, we suggest visiting a nearby sandy beach or harbour for ice-cream. Or maybe spend a couple of hours exploring Exmoor National Park, and keep an eye out for the famous wild ponies. Also, Exmoor Zoo is down the road, a lovely place to spend a few relaxed hours. We’ll happily give you advice on what spots and attractions would suit your specific needs.
The full Calvert Exmoor experience for families, individuals and small groups (15 people or less)
Residentials for families, individuals and groups of up to 15 people are split into:
- Short breaks (2-nights) arriving Monday OR Friday – from £230 per person
- Weekend breaks (3-nights) arriving Friday – from £315 per person
- Mid-week breaks (4-nights) arriving Monday – from £399 per person
- Full-week breaks (7-nights) arriving Friday – from £840 per person
We’re happy to chat about which break length works best for you. So let’s get the conversation started.
Simply contact the Guest Services team:
By phone – 01598 763221
By email – receptionexmoor@calvert-trust.org.uk
Online – use the booking enquiry form
For schools and larger groups (16 people or more)
- 2-night breaks arriving Monday OR Wednesday OR Friday
From £188 per person - 4-night breaks – Monday to Friday
From £349 per person
Contact the Guest Services team:
By phone – 01598 763221
By email – receptionexmoor@calvert-trust.org.uk
Or online – use the booking enquiry form
Learn more about school residentials…
At Calvert Exmoor, we understand the complexities involved and the pressure to ensure that every detail is perfect while keeping students safe and engaged. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing support in every way possible. We assist with educational journeys that align with your school’s syllabus and the National Curriculum, and have our own ‘Calvert Curriculum’ to hit your desired outcomes.
Day activity sessions
Ideal for those local to North Devon, those visiting the area, or local businesses
Day activities are an opportunity for groups of four to eight people to enjoy a day of private activity sessions. The day can be tailored to families who live locally or are visiting the area for a holiday. Or it can be adapted for businesses or small groups looking to do team-building exercises for the day.
We keep it straightforward; two activity sessions, with time for lunch in-between. The activities could be archery, canoeing/rafting, crate-stack, bikes, abseiling or climbing and abseiling – all accessible and overseen by a qualified instructor who will stay with your group throughout.
Call the friendly Guest Services Team on 01598 763221 for more information on upcoming Activity Days.
A day of activities is priced at £50 per person.
Hot lunch if required: £6 per person
Cold packed lunch if required: £5 per person
Or bring your own lunch
Hot drinks are provided free of charge
What a day visit may look like:
- 9.30am – Arrival and welcome talk
- 10am – First activity session; for example, Abseiling and Zipwire
- 1pm – Lunch hour
- 2pm – Second activity session; for example, Archery
- 4pm – Certificates of Achievement if required
- 4.30pm – Departure
Bed and breakfast
Accessible rooms and a hot breakfast before a day in North Devon
Sometimes you simply need a place to recharge before getting on with your day. And that’s exactly what you’ll get with our bed and breakfast offerings.
With a set price of £70 per person per night (minimum two nights), there are no surprises. After arriving you could choose to book into an activity session in the day or relax in the swimming pool in the early evening; both options have additional costs and depend on availability.
However, there is no pressure to do activities, you can enjoy a good night’s sleep before a hot breakfast to set you on your way to your next stop.
Don’t forget that all the accommodation at Calvert Exmoor is adapted to people with disabilities, so we’re an ideal location for an accessible bed and breakfast break in beautiful North Devon.
Please note that bed and breakfast availability is from November to March only. This means you can avoid the seasonal crowds and blow the cobwebs away with refreshing winter and early spring walks to see the sites and partake in some Exmoor animal spotting.
To enquire about a bed and breakfast stay, introduce yourself to the Guest Services team by phone at 01598 763221 or ping them an email at receptionexmoor@calvert-trust.org.uk
Booking Terms and Conditions
When you make a booking, these are the full terms and conditions that apply…