Where is PGL located in UK?
PGL’s Head Office is based at Alton Court, on the outskirts of the small town of Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire. Up to 170 people work at the site and as a result, PGL is one of the town’s key employers.
What does PGL actually stand for?
Although children often refer to us as ‘Parents Get Lost’, the company actually takes its name from the man who started it all in the 1950s – Peter Gordon Lawrence.
Who owns PGL Travel?
HB Education Limited
Holidaybreak
PGL/Parent organizations
What type of business is PGL?
PGL Travel Ltd. is a travel company that specializes in residential activity courses and adventure holidays in the UK and overseas. The Company offers complete school and group travel service including educational school tours, curriculum based activity, adventure and study courses, and watersports.
Can families go to PGL?
PGL Family Adventures are the ideal solution for single parents and there is plenty of opportunity for both parents and children to socialise with other families. We offer a wide choice of rooms for smaller families and single, or solo parent families that have no low-occupancy charges.
Is Peter Gordon Lawrence still alive?
Peter Gordon Lawrence, businessman: born Enfield, Middlesex 11 June 1935; founder and chairman, PGL Travel 1957-2004; married 1971 Rosemary Barton (marriage dissolved), 2003 Lucile Mazer; died Hereford 13 August 2004.
Which is the best PGL Centre?
Barton Hall, set in 46 acres in South Devon with views across to the sea, is our most popular, family centre. There are fantastic on-site activities, situated around the outdoor heated swimming pool at the heart of the centre, including zip wires, giant swings and a lake.
Can you bring your phone to PGL?
The decision to bring a mobile device to PGL is down to each individual parent and your trust in your child’s ability to use it responsibly and without causing harm or disturbance to others. Children need to take responsibility for their own actions and be capable of making appropriate choices in relation to phone use.
What can you do at PGL?
From abseiling, raft building and zip wire to archery, climbing and riding on the giant swing, there’s something to suit every member of your family! With holidays, short breaks, weekends and more to choose from, there’s a Multi Activity experience to suit every family’s busy schedule.
Are PGL giving refunds?
If we are forced to make changes If we have to make a major change to your holiday, we will offer a suitable alternative if available, or 100% refund, if we are not able, in our opinion, to offer an alternative that is sufficiently comparable.
What do you wear to PGL?
At PGL the atmosphere is relaxed and informal and you will only need casual clothing. Lots of old, loose, easy to wash clothing is recommended for participating in the activities. Tracksuit style trousers are warmer and more comfortable than jeans when wet.
How much do PGL employees make?
PGL employs almost exclusively under 40s and mostly kids in their early twenties, which is great for PGL because they can pay you less than minumum wage (6. 60per hour) make you work ridiculous hours, and offer pretty much zero care or support for anyone that can’t or doesn’t want to live in party mode 24/7.