• Image
    Ballyhome outdoor learning centre

    Ballyhome Self Catering Centre

    Ballyhome Self Catering Centre

    Contact details

    51 Ballyhome Road
    Coleraine
    BT52 2LU
    United Kingdom

    Outdoorlearning@eani.org.uk

    Getting here

    55.186041722837, -6.6000947

    Activities

    • Self Catering

    Accommodation

    Ballyhome Centre has accommodation for 34 young people and accompanying leaders in dorm style bedrooms within the main building.

    There is also accommodation for a further 60 young people on the newly developed campsite with 2 camping pods available for supervising staff.

    The purpose-built campsite has a toilet and shower block, outdoor kitchen and a wind drying tunnel for wet kit after a day of activities.

     

    The Self-Catering Centres provide a base for residential groups who are self-programming and want the opportunity to engage in outdoor experiences or developmental group work programmes. The Ballyhome Outdoor Learning Centre is situated 3 miles from Portrush on the beautiful Northwest coast.  This provides a prime location for the delivery of a variety of outdoor learning programmes. The residential centre provides accommodation for 34 young people and staff and a new purpose-built campsite comprising 7 tent pitches and 2 camping pods to accommodate a further 60 participants. 

    Programmes Offered

    Outdoor Learning programmes can be supported by the OLS Peripatetic Outdoor Service on request. This is based on availability of the peripatetic staff teams.

    How do I make a booking request?

    If you would like to make a booking request for an Outdoor Learning Centre, please complete the online form below. 

    Please note the following in advance of making a booking:

    • All booking requests are subject to Centre and Programme availability.
    • If you are making more than one booking, you must complete a separate form.
    Booking Request Form
    Booking Rates

    Rates from July 2026

    Self Catered Residential Centres 

    Self-Catering Centres1 night2 nights3 nights
    Schools£         31.00 £       25.00 £           21.00 
    Youth Groups£         31.00 £       25.00 £           21.00 
    Staff Groups£         31.00 £       25.00 £           21.00 


    Campsites (Operate May - September)

    Tents1 night2 nights3 nights
    Schools£         12.00 £          9.00 £              6.00 
    Youth Groups£         12.00 £          9.00 £              6.00 
    Staff Groups£         12.00 £          9.00 £              6.00 
    Cabins - Staff Only1 night2 nights3 nights
    Schools£         31.00 £       25.00 £           21.00 
    Youth Groups£         31.00 £       25.00 £           21.00 
    Staff Groups£         31.00 £       25.00 £           21.00 


    10% DISCOUNT December 2026 and January 2027 for all bookings.

    All rates shown apply ONLY to Education Authority Registered Schools and Youth Organisations. The rates for Non-Registered Schools and Youth Organisation, 3rd Level Education Institutions, and organisations inside Northern Ireland will be costed at +25% and groups outside of Northern Ireland costed at +100% over the illustrated rates.  These rates are valid from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2027.

    *The prices illustrated are based on groups leaving at 11am on the day of departure. Departures after 11am will result in a day visit charge.

    **All camp site rates are based on self-catering and self-programming, if your group require outdoor instructor support from EA Outdoor Learning services additional costs may apply and are subject to availability of staff. Two staff cabins (2 staff per cabin) available at Delmont and Ballyhome camp sites.

    Please ensure you read the booking conditions before you confirm your booking Please be aware of the charges for booking cancellations and changes - changes/cancellations made more than 30 days in advance  - No Charge, changes/cancellations made between 30 days and 8 days - 50% charge, changes/cancellations made 7 days or less - Full Cost Charged.

    Following our annual rates review, the rates for our Outdoor Learning Centres have increased due to an increase in the operational and running cost.  These rates will be in place from 1st July 2026 until 30th June 2027.