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Charterhouse 2024

Friday 8th November 2024

 

There were definitely some tired faces this morning.  However, the children were amazing packing up their rooms and we were able to get out on activity in plenty of time.

 

Breakfast this morning was pastries, toast and yoghurt.  All groups then headed out on to the reserve for our last activity of the week orienteering.  After a fun few hours, we headed back to the centre for a lunch of fish fingers, chips and peas.  We then loaded up the coach with our luggage and said a sad farewell to Charterhouse for this year.

 

The group of children we had the pleasure of taking away with us were fantastic.  Everyone gave every activity a go and pushed themselves out of their comfort zone.  It was lovely to see our school values shining through.  We all truly had the best time and were really sad that our fun filled week had come to an end.  I couldn't be any prouder.

 

Until next time...

 

Thursday 7th November 2024

 

Breakfast this morning was bacon, hash browns, baked beans and toast.  Great to set us up for the day of activities ahead.  This morning Mr Godfrey's group had archery and low ropes.  Mrs Mort's group headed out for climbing and Mrs Birch and Mrs Goodchild's group had pond dipping and rocket making.

 

Back to the centre for a lunch of jumbo sausage rolls, wedges and salad.  In the afternoon Mr Godfrey's and Mrs Mort's group came together for bush craft (so the photos may have both groups in) and Mrs Birch and Mrs Goodchild's group headed out to our favourite activity, gorge walking.  Check out the photos to see how involved they both got!!!

 

Back to the centre to warm up and white choc chip cookies for a snack.  Dinner was chicken pie, hassleback potatoes and veg.  Dessert was vanilla sponge and custard.

 

Our evening activity was a campfire with marshmallows, reflecting on the week and the memories that we had made.  Then we headed back inside for a fun quiz.  A late night for all, but we were all having so much fun to go to bed.

Wednesday 6th November 2024

 

Everyone (including the adults!) got a great night's sleep last night, so we were all up and ready to see what adventures the day would bring.  Breakfast today was just toast and cereal (I did wonder how I'd make it to lunchtime without a fry up!) but there was plenty to go round and keep us fuelled.

 

This morning Mrs Mort's group headed out of the centre to go gorge walking.  Mr Godfrey's group headed to the caves and Mrs Birch & Mrs Goodchild's group had bushcraft, where they made shelters that had to be waterproof and windproof and also learnt how to make fire!

 

Back to the centre for a lunch of jacket potatoes and salad before heading back out for the afternoon.  Mr Godfrey's group went gorge walking, Mrs Mort's group did pond dipping (no child fell in this time) and rocket building.  Mrs Birch & Mrs Goodchild's group headed out to go rock climbing.

 

Dinner was sausages, mash and veg followed by waffles and ice cream.  We are ending the evening with a disco (if Mr G can get the technology working).  Another fun filled day where again, the children have put themselves outside of their comfort zone, but they all have given it 110%.  They are a super bunch of children to bring away and we are enjoying their company.  The week is flying by and we are all sad that tomorrow is our last full day.

Tuesday 5th November 2024

 

Another day in the misty Charterhouse - but we haven't let the weather dampen our spirits or fun.  The morning started with a hearty breakfast - sausages, hash browns, baked beans and toast.  It was super yummy and set us up for the day's activities.

 

This morning, Mrs Mort's group headed to the caves.  Mr Godfrey's group went climbing and Mrs Birch & Mrs Goodchild's group tried their hand at archery and low ropes.  We headed back to the centre for lunch, which consisted of southern fried chicken, curly fries and salad.  

 

This afternoon, Mr Godfrey's group headed to the pond for pond dipping - a child may have taken a dip, but everyone saw the funny side and nobody was hurt!  They also designed and launched rockets.  It was Mrs Mort's group's turn to try archery and low ropes and Mrs Birch and Mrs Goodchild's group headed to the caves.

 

Dinner this evening was lasagne and garlic bread, followed by profiteroles.  The diet is definitely going to start on Monday!!!

 

We finished the evening with a cosy and chilled out movie night in front of the fire.  There are some tired eyes here today, so hopefully they will all have a good night's sleep.

 

A great day has been had by all and we are so proud of all the children.  Not only have they over come some fears today, but their behaviours and manners have been commented on by the centre staff.  

 

 

Monday 4th November 2024.

 

Today we left Cheddon and headed for our home for the week, Charterhouse.  It seems most of us had packed for all weathers and all occasions - I am sure I saw a kitchen sink somewhere!

 

We arrived, unpacked and settled in to our rooms.  We had a tour of the centre and ate our packed lunches.

 

This afternoon we completed team building games, which included the raging river, extreme connect 4, spider web and others.  It is important to start with team building to build trust and communication for the activities we have planned for the rest of the week.  Hopefullly, from the photos below, you can see what fun we all had.

 

We then headed back to the centre for a roast chicken dinner (including Yorkshire puds!) and chocolate cake for pudding.  This was a much needed refuelling, ready for our night hike, on the reserve - in the dark! Then it was back for hot chocolate before bed.  I wonder what time the adults will be able to get some sleep tonight!!!

Night hike

Charterhouse 2023

Thursday 29th June

 

An early start to the morning thanks to some of the boys being up and dressed at 4:45am!!  Breakfast was pancakes, fruit, yoghurt, toast and cereal - enough to keep us going as we headed out on our morning activities.

 

Mrs Goodchild's group went caving, Mrs Mort's group did water sports and Mrs Birch and Mr Godfrey's group went gorge walking.

 

Lunch was southern fried chicken, curly fries and salad which everyone enjoyed.

 

In the afternoon, Mrs Goodchild's group headed for water sports, Mrs Mort's group went gorge walking and Mr Godfrey and Mrs Birch's team headed down the caves.

 

Our evening meal was pasta bolognaise an d garlic bread, followed by waffles and ice cream.

 

In the evening we headed out to the reserve to play some games.

 

It was a bit of a late night for all the children as there were some jokes and pranks being played.

Wednesday 28th June

 

We have arrived.  The weather was a bit mixed and we have had some rain, which we weren't expecting.  As soon as we arrived, Josh met us and gave us a tour of the centre.  We had some lunch and unpacked and headed out to start our adventures.  Mrs Goodchild's group headed to the gorge to climb up through the waterfalls.  Mr Godfrey & Mrs Birch's group head to Cheddar Reservoir for paddle boarding and motor boat driving and Mrs Mort's group headed to the caves.

 

We had fish, chips and peas for tea, followed by profiteroles.  The evening entertainment was  disco where some shapes were certainly thrown!

 

I am going to up load all the photos we have taken, so apologies if some are blurry/repeated, but I thought you would all like to see how much fun we are having!  We would love to hear your thoughts.

Charterhouse 2022

Thursday 30th June

 

Our last full day in Charterhouse.  I can't quite believe how quickly the week has gone and we will be heading home tomorrow.

 

We've had another fun filled day with each group completing some exciting activities.  Group 1 started the day trying to transport an egg safely in an exploding rocket.  They then completed the fantasy trail - an obstacle course in the woods - blindfolded!  In the afternoon they headed out Cheddar Reservoir for their turn at paddle boarding and power boating.

 

Group 2 started the morning at the Reservoir and in the afternoon went waterfall climbing through the gorge.

 

Group 3 went climbing this morning in the sunshine. In the afternoon they did the rocket challenge and the fantasy trail where they got VERY muddy.  I apologise now for the washing that will be coming home tomorrow!

 

We finished the evening with a few games of bingo and toasting marshmallows on the log burner in the dining room.

 

A huge thank you to Mr Godfrey, Mrs Mort and Mrs Birch who have given up time with their own families to provide this experience for the children.  Without the goodwill of the staff, this residential would not be able to happen.

 

I can honestly say it has been a brilliant week.  The children have challenged themselves to do something out of their comfort zone.  There have been some tears, some worries and some fears faced.  But most importantly, there has been lots and lots of laughter.

 

Until next year....