Accommodation & Facilities

 

MAIN ROOMS

Comprising of a large open plan general purpose lounge and fully furnished dining area.

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HEATING AND LIGHTING

The power for the centre comes from a self start generator. There is fluorescent strip lighting throughout the building and power points in all the rooms. A Swedish type wood burning stove is situated in the main lounge. This provides heat which radiates throughout the centre. Supplementary gas heaters are also located in all rooms.

 

INDOOR ACTIVITIES

In case of inclement weather visiting groups may find it useful to bring indoor games e.g. draughts, dominoes etc. Such provision is not made by Craikhope Centre.

 

DORMITORY ACCOMMODATION

There are two dormitories comprising of 13 bed's in each room. (Extra bed's may be available on request) The leader accommodation comprises of a separate room with three single beds. There are blankets and pillows provided for all the beds in the centre.

The number of people sleeping overnight in the centre is restricted to a maximum of 29, but visiting parties who exceed this number may erect their own tented accommodation in the grounds of the centre.

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All groups should note that pillowcases and sleeping bags must be supplied by all visiting parties.

 

KITCHEN

There is a large fully fitted kitchen with all the necessary cooking and eating utensils provided to cater for 30 people. There is a large ultra modern cooker operated by gas which is piped into the building from a central gas supply outside. The kitchen is fitted out with large worktops and stainless steel sink units. Hot and cold water is on tap and a domestic fridge/freezer is proved.

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DRYING ROOM/SPARE BEDROOM

This average sized room is fully equipped with powerful wall heaters and hanging racks. It is excellent for drying all articles of clothing , tentage, etc

This room on request can be converted into a single bedroom (prior notice is required)

 

TOILET AND WASHROOM

There are male and female toilet and washroom facilities complete with wash basins and showers. Hot water is readily available. This area of the centre has been designed to facilitate use of wheelchairs for any disabled visitors staying at the centre.

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ACTIVITY AREAS

To the North of the centre is sited a picnic/barbecue area. To the East is a large flat grass area suitable for all types of ball games and other sporting activities.

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A large man made pond 3 – 4 feet deep for water based activities and field studies is also at the visitors disposal.

 

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FIRST AID

There is an advanced First Aid Kit and stretcher within the centre for use in emergencies. Any piece of First Aid Equipment used should be reported to the Caretaker who will replace it.

 

GENERATOR

The leader of the party will be briefed on the use of this equipment by the Caretaker.

 

FIRE PRECAUTIONS

Fire extinguishers are located in all areas of the centre and a smoke detector system is incorporated in the building plus a fire alarm. The centre is also connected to automatic emergency lighting throughout the building.

 

COUNTRY CODE

User of Craikhope centre are expected to observe the Country Code at all times and respect the surrounding environment.

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