Facilities


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GENERAL INFORMATION

The following information will help make your stay at Chirk Bunkhouse a comfortable and enjoyable one.

We can sleep 24 in bunk beds – in three rooms holding 12, 4 and 8 respectively.  One bunk bed can be converted into two single beds.

You may bring extra camp beds to put up in the main hall if required. The maximum number of people allowed to sleep in the main hall is 30.

The kitchen is fully equipped including large electric cooker, microwave and fridge/freezer, dishwasher and all utensils, except for tea towels and hand towels.

YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO BRING THE FOLLOWING –

  • A sleeping bag (or blankets) and pillow
  • A bottom sheet so that the sleeping bag does not slide on the mattress cover.
  • Your own toiletries
  • Towel for the bathroom
  • Masks
  • Toilet rolls
  • Tea Towels, dish cloths, oven glove/s, table cloths  and hand towels for the kitchen
  • Dishwasher tablets
  • Cleaning/sanitizing materials – for both kitchen and bathrooms
  • Black bin bags
  • Food waste recycle bags

BOOKINGS

Bookings can be made either by email – chirkbunkhouse@gmail.com or by phoning Lynne on either 01691 772512 or 07974930129.  Once a date has been agreed, you will receive a Booking Form, Risk Assessment and Conditions of Hire documents. To confirm the booking you need to return the form within two weeks together with your deposit. Your booking will then be confirmed.

EDUCATION PASS

We hold an Education Pass to National Trust properties in the area including Chirk Castle.  For Scouting and Guiding groups there will be no charge for admission. Prior arrangement must be made with the Castle staff direct stating that you are using the Chirk Scout and Guide pass.

SWIMMING

Please note: At Chirk Leisure Centre Welsh children can swim for free during main school holidays and subject to certain times.  This must be pre booked with the Chirk Leisure Centre Tel. No. 01691 778666.

CHIRK BUNKHOUSE BADGE

Badges are now available at £1.00 each and can be ordered when completing the Booking Form and collected during your stay.  Alternatively, they are available by post (plus postage charge depending on number being ordered).

PLEASE NOTE :

There are parking facilities for up to 8 cars within the grounds.

To check availability please visit our Booking Calendar page

For Girl Guiding Units:     All REN (Residential Event Notification) Forms to be sent to: –   As per your County Guidance.

If you have any queries check us out on the web site or please do not hesitate to contact us.

PLEASE NOTE: We request that you let us know of any damage to the Bunkhouse or equipment.   You may be asked to pay for any repair or replacement costs due to damage or loss caused while the Bunkhouse was hired to you.