Exclusively available for limited dates summer 2026 – experience an outdoors family adventure like no other at PGL Ford Castle.
Where medieval magic meets Family Adventure
Step into a storybook setting at Ford Castle — a real ancient fortress where families can enjoy a truly unique stay together. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and rich history, it’s a place full of fun and adventure.
What makes Ford Castle so special?
It really is a castle! This one-of-a-kind centre offers exciting experiences you won’t find anywhere else, from the thrilling Bridge Abseil to the River Raft Challenge and even a Gorge Zip Wire. After a day full of adventure, you can unwind in the cosy castle wings or round the camp fire — the perfect way to relax, share stories, and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Please note that due to the exclusive nature of the dates available for families at PGL Ford Castle in Summer 2026 we will be operating our standard menus only, which you can find full details of here. Ford Castle offers a relaxed outdoors focused environment for families and does not include a bar area - if you are looking for these facilities we recommend checking out Barton Hall or Caythorpe Court.
Got a head for heights? Enjoy heart-in-mouth moments as you scale down the side of our purpose-built abseiling wall.
Think ‘volleyball meets trampolining’. Trickier than it looks, this energetic game is loads of fun as you try to score while bouncing!
Experience the time-honoured thrills of bows and arrows, with expert instructors on hand to help you hit the bullseye.
Split into two teams, hide behind inflatable obstacles and shoot the foam tipped arrows to win the game. The most fun you’ll ever have with a bow and arrow!
Discover your inner Viking on our NEW Axe Throwing ranges. Hone your skills, and get your eye in, as you aim for maximum points on the target. It's not so much strength, but more technique. Please note that this activity is exclusively for age 10 and over.
Ready to climb, crawl and tip-toe through our obstacles? Our course is sometimes wet and muddy, but always loads of fun!
En garde! Get to grips with the basic principles of this classic Olympic sport, with expert guidance from our instructors.
This giant sized ladder may seem insurmountable, however with a little help from your family you’ll be amazed at how high you’ll get. Push, pull and work as a team to get to the very top.
Let's explore. Learn map reading skills from our team, then put them to the test, finding control points around the centre.
Up for a tricky challenge? Test your brain, solve complex puzzles and tasks, and work as a team against the clock.
Build a raft that will float (and hopefully steer) using the barrels, ropes and wood provided. Once built you will need to test it out on the water – will you end up in the water or will you stay dry? It all depends on how well you and your team work together.
Are you a sharp shooter? Test your aim and concentration using our lightweight rifles, with expert guidance from our team.
Follow the rope and see what surprises await you. You’ll be blindfolded so you will need to rely on all your other senses to tell you what’s happening.
Each stage of the trapeze is a challenge in itself. First there’s the climb to the top of the 6 metre pole, then you have to get into position on the small platform at the top. You’ll need every ounce of balance you can find to stand up and then finally make that leap for the trapeze. You’ll feel an amazing sense of achievement when you succeed at each step.
Take to the skies! Whizz at high speed in mid-air, through the landscape, in this unforgettably thrilling experience.
A challenge courses but with added height! Secured to a safety rope and belayed by one of your team mates you’ll make your way, up through and over the various challenges which could include anything from cargo nets and climbing walls to crates and ropes.
The wide-open landscapes at our adventure centres offer the ultimate backdrop to a fun and exhilarating family laser tag battle. Working in teams, you'll head off equipped with your own laser gun and vest to battle it out and claim your spot as Laser Tag champions.
Ford Castle has everything you need for an action-packed trip. Between activities, explore the castle grounds and make use of our sports facilities and on site shop – offering essentials and treats alike.
Our large family rooms are available for up to 6 guests, sleeping in triple bunk bedded accommodation. Shared bathroom facilities can be found nearby. Tea and coffee making facilities will be provided for adults. As with all of our family accommodation bedding is also included.
Ideal for smaller family units our twin rooms have two single beds. Shared bathroom facilities can be found nearby. Tea and coffee making facilities will be provided for adults. As with all of our family accommodation bedding is also included.
In the Till Valley, around 10 miles south-west of Berwick-upon-Tweed and just south of the Scottish border. If you're travelling by car the castle is approximately 20-25 mins from Berwick-upon-Tweed and 1hr 40 mins from Edinburgh. The nearest train station is at Berwick-upon-Tweed.
PGL Ford Castle, Ford, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2PX
