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| A self catering bunkhouse ideal for group use It is basic and functional accommodation suited to those who want to spend time outdoors exploring the Peak District. History: Originally, the bunkhouse was a mid-19th Century Grade II listed former chapel, complete with choir stalls, pulpit and school room. After lying derelict for 15 years, it was bought and converted to residential use in 1975 by the Wheldon School PTA in conjunction with the Harpur Crewe Estate. The building became known as the ‘Michael Hutchinson Residential Centre’ after the head teacher who led the partnership of parents, teachers and pupils, whose dedicated efforts have left a priceless legacy for all to enjoy for decades to come. Since it opened, thousands of youngsters have stayed at Hollinsclough. Each year, many more students, staff and other groups stay here. All youngsters from Wheldon School have the opportunity to go for half a week early in their time at school and many departments make use of the building for visits, field trips and other activities. Wheldon is very fortunate to have such an excellent facility and we are hoping to develop the building even further in the future. In 1985 the building, then known as the Michael Hutchinson Residential Centre after the head teacher who led the partnership of parents, teachers and pupils, was bought outright by the PTA on behalf of the school. The Wheldon School PTFA is a Registered Charity – Commission Reg. No. 503158. |
Facilities: The bunkhouse sleeps a total of 28 which is broken down into the following dormitory arrangements (all contain bunk beds) Upstairs: 1 x 10 bedroom Female washrooms (3 x toilets, 3 x showers) Downstairs: 2 x 4 bedrooms 1 x 10 bedroom Male washrooms (2 x toilets, 2 x urinals, 2 x showers) Entrance hall with cloakroom Utility area next to kitchen Large dining/socialising area Oil fired central heating. A fully equipped self catering kitchen including: 4 ring electric cooker & oven Separate Grill Microwave Toaster Electric water heater for hot drinks Kettles Fridge Plenty of pots, pans, cooking utensils, cutlery and crockery You will need to bring: Bedding: sleeping bag (or duvet & sheet) and pillows. Tea towels and dish cloths |
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