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Belfast Activity Centre – Gold Residential in the Mourne Mountains – Newcastle, Co.Down, N.Ireland

Complete your Gold Residential section in the beautiful Mourne Mountains. Meet new people, whilst focusing on exploration, outdoor adventure skills, environmental awareness and conservation.

Looking for an unforgettable way to complete your Gold DofE Residential? Join BAC at our stunning Ardaluin House on the edge of the Mourne Mountains for 5 action-packed days and 4 nights of adventure, friendship, and personal growth!

  • Stay in style – Comfortable ensuite dorm accommodation in a unique historic setting.
  • Adventure every day – Take on Climbing, Gorge Walking, Hiking, Bushcraft, Archery, and plenty more outdoor challenges led by experienced BAC instructors.
  • Cook, learn, and laugh together – Enjoy self-catered meals (ingredients included!) as part of developing real-world life skills.
  • Earn your BAC ‘Leave No Trace’ Certificate – and learn how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly.
  • Grow your confidence and skills – Build teamwork, leadership, cooking skills, and environmental awareness while making lasting memories and friendships.
  • Step outside your comfort zone. Discover your potential. Make your Gold Residential one to remember – with BAC at Ardaluin House.

Full time residential (5 days/4 nights)
Monday 9 February 2026 – Friday 13 February 2026
Monday 26 October 2026 – Friday 30 October 2026

Split residential – 5 days/4 nights – split over 2 weekends
Part 1: Wednesday 8 April to Friday 10 April 2026 (2 nights)
Part 2: Monday 29 June to Wednesday 1 July 2026 (2 nights)

Accomodation and all meals included in the cost of £395.  See website for more details.

Course date:
Monday 9th Feb – Friday 13th Feb 2026.
Monday 26th Oct – Friday 30th Oct 2026
OR Split
Part 1: Wed 8th April - Fri 10th April 2026 (2 nights)
Part 2: Mon 29th June - Wed 1st July 2026 (2 nights)
Course location:
Newcastle, Co.Down, N.Ireland
Course fee:
£395
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