Group Accommodation in the Peak District – The Lodge at Thornbridge Outdoors
Comfortable Indoor Accommodation for Groups
The Lodge is a spacious and accessible indoor accommodation building located at the heart of the Thornbridge Outdoors site in the stunning Peak District National Park. Sleeping up to 38 guests, including 6 staff or group leaders, it’s the ideal base for schools, friends and families, groups, and organisations.
With direct access to the traffic-free Monsal Trail, guests can enjoy walking, cycling, and exploring the local countryside straight from the doorstep.
Bedroom Layout & Accessibility
The Lodge features 9 bedrooms, each named after iconic local edges, offering a mix of bunk beds and single beds:
- Accessible Rooms:
- Gardoms and Burbage – sleep 3 each, with wide doorways suitable for wheelchair users.
- Staff Rooms:
- Derwent and Froggatt – sleep up to 3, typically allocated to visiting staff.
- Group Rooms:
- Millstone, Curbar, Stanage, and Birchens – sleep 5 each.
- Longstone – a large room sleeping 6.
The Lodge is fully single-level and includes a dedicated accessible toilet and shower room, making it suitable for guests with mobility needs.
Kitchen & Dining Facilities
The fully equipped kitchen and dining area includes:
- Catering-size utensils and appliances
- Large cooker, tabletop oven, grill, microwave, toaster, instant hot water boiler
- Commercial upright fridge and freezer
- Commercial dishwasher and pantry
- High chair and travel cot available on request
Double doors open to a BBQ and outdoor seating area, perfect for alfresco dining. A large charcoal BBQ is available – guests can purchase charcoal when booking or bring their own.
Amenities & Comfort
- Lounge with comfy seating, LED TV, Blu-ray player, and laptop connectivity—ideal for sharing photos or presentations
- Wi-Fi access throughout the Lodge
- Drying room with heating and extractor fan
- Separate male and female toilet and shower rooms
- Bedding provided: duvet, duvet cover, pillow, pillowcase, and fitted sheet (beds to be made up by guests)
- Central heating controlled via Hive system
Planning Your Stay
To help plan your visit:
- Lodge Room Plan (PDF, 0.3mb)
- Lodge Bedroom List (PDF, 0.1mb)
- Lodge Bedroom List (Word, 0.1mb)
Please note:
- Maximum occupancy is 38 people (children and adults combined)
- No dogs allowed, except trained, registered assistance dogs (please notify us during booking)
Why Choose the Lodge?
Whether you’re organising a school trip, outdoor education programme, or group retreat, the Lodge offers a comfortable, well-equipped, and accessible base in one of the UK’s most beautiful national parks.
Arrival & Departure Information
- Standard Arrival Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4.00pm.
- Early Arrival Option: If you’d like to arrive earlier for activities or meetings, please contact us to discuss availability.
- Standard Departure Days:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday by 9.30am
- Sunday by 5.00pm
Note: Activities and meeting spaces may be available on Wednesday or Friday afternoons if you wish to stay onsite longer – please get in touch to explore your options.
School Groups: Arrival and departure times differ. Please refer to our Residential Visits page for specific details.
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Alternative Accommodation: The Farm House
If The Lodge is fully booked, consider our Farm House accommodation, which also sleeps up to 38 guests. It’s a fantastic alternative for schools, friends and families, groups, and organisations.
Pricing & Booking
We offer a single price per accommodation building, giving your group exclusive use of the space – no sharing with other groups.
- You can bring up to 38 people, or fewer if preferred (more space for everyone!).
- All prices include VAT.
1 April - 31 October 2025*
1 November - 22 December 2025
23 December 2025 - 5 January 2026
6 January - 31 March 2026
1 April - 31 October 2026*
1 November - 22 December 2026
23 December 2026 - 5 January 2027
6 January - 31 March 2027
WEEKEND
2 Nights
Friday - Sunday
£2,353.90
£2,007.90
N/A
£2,007.90
£2,518.70
£2,148.40
N/A
£2,148.40
WEEKEND
3 Nights
Friday - Monday
£2,942.40
£2,509.80
£3,011.80
£2,509.80
£3,148.30
£2,685.50
£3,222.60
£2,685.50
WEEKDAY
2 Nights
Monday - Wednesday or
Wednesday - Friday**
£2,353.90
£2,007.90
N/A
£2,007.90
£2,518.70
£2,148.40
N/A
£2,148.40
WEEKDAY
4 Nights
Monday - Friday**
£3,530.85
£3,011.80
£4015.80
£3,011.80
£3,778.00
£3,222.60
£4296.80
£3,222.60
* Contact us for the prices for bank holiday’s
** In school holidays
A refundable bond is required for all bookings. This will be returned approximately 10 working days after your departure, provided everything is in order.
Extended Stays & Additional Options
If you’d like to stay longer than 4 nights or wish to book additional meeting rooms or activity spaces, please contact us to discuss availability and pricing.
Outdoor & Environmental Activities
Make the most of your stay by hiring one of our experienced instructors to lead fun and educational outdoor activities. Options may include:
- Team-building challenges
- Environmental exploration
- Adventure-based learning
Instructor availability is limited, so please enquire at the time of booking to avoid disappointment.
