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The Château du Molay in Normandy

Are you looking for a school activity residential outside the UK? The Château du Molay in Normandy, operated by JCA’s sister brand Travelbound, is a trusted base for school groups.

Set in over 38 acres of private parkland, it offers a safe, secure and spacious setting where students can enjoy structured outdoor activities and easy access to

Normandy’s cultural and historical sites. It’s the ideal combination of fun, learning and real-world discovery.

Activities designed for school groups

Travelbound runs a full programme of day and evening activities at the Château du Molay, led and supported by the on-site château team. Every session is designed to keep students active, support learning through hands-on experiences and fit neatly into curriculum-linked itineraries.

Popular activities include:

  • Archery
  • Frisbee golf
  • Multi-sports (basketball, handball, netball, volleyball and dodgeball)
  • Team challenges in the grounds
  • Swimming in the heated outdoor pool (seasonal)

All activities take place within Travelbound’s exclusively owned grounds. Students have the freedom to explore safely and gain independence, while teachers enjoy peace of mind in a well-supervised, controlled environment.

About the Château du Molay

The Château du Molay is dedicated exclusively to school groups, which means every aspect of the stay is designed with young people and teachers in mind.

Facilities include:

  • Comfortable rooms for students and teachers
  • On-site restaurant serving familiar, student-friendly meals
  • Cinema room
  • Disco hall
  • Retro games room
  • Tuck shop
  • Private, secure grounds so teachers can relax

Local landmarks and excursions

Located in Normandy, the Château is close to curriculum-rich sites linked to history, language and culture, such as:

  • Bayeux
  • D-Day beaches
  • Local markets
  • Artisan producers

Short travel times to local sites help keep days simple to plan and smoothly run.

About Travelbound

Travelbound is JCA’s sister brand and part of the Experience Education Student Travel Group. It specialises in school travel and curriculum-led trips across Europe and beyond.

For added reassurance, Travelbound holds:

Schools choosing the Château du Molay work directly with Travelbound, who will:

  • Guide teachers through the planning process
  • Help shape a tailored itinerary
  • Provide support while the group is in France

Practical Information

Travelbound provides clear, end-to-end support so teachers can plan with confidence.

Key practical details:

  • Travel options: coach and ferry from the UK (with advice from Travelbound)
  • On-site Château team to welcome and support groups
  • Secure, monitored grounds
  • Meals prepared on site, with dietary needs catered for (with advance notice)
  • Comprehensive planning support, including risk assessments and leader guidance

Interested in our school activity residentials in France?

To check dates, prices or availability at the Château du Molay, please call Travelbound on 01273 244572 or visit the Travelbound website to make an enquiry.

Please note: any booking for a school activity residential in France is made directly with Travelbound and is subject to Travelbound’s booking conditions.

Frequently asked questions about school activity residentials in France

Yes. The Château du Molay is used exclusively by school groups. The grounds are secure and monitored, and the on-site team supports teachers and students throughout their stay.

Students can enjoy archery, frisbee golf, archery tag, multi-sports, team challenges and seasonal swimming in the heated outdoor pool — all within private, supervised grounds.

Travelbound provides end-to-end planning support, including risk assessments, itinerary design and on-the-ground assistance. Teachers benefit from clear guidance before and during the trip.

Yes. All meals are prepared on site and dietary requirements can be catered for with advance notice.

The Château du Molay is close to Normandy’s historical and cultural sites, including Bayeux, the D-Day beaches and local markets — ideal for history, language and cultural studies.

Most schools travel by coach and ferry from the UK. Travelbound can advise on the best travel options for your group.

Yes. Travelbound holds ABTA membership and ATOL protection for flight-inclusive trips, giving schools financial security and clear support from enquiry to travel.

Contact Travelbound on 01273 244572 or visit the Travelbound website to check dates, prices and availability. All bookings are handled directly by Travelbound and are subject to Travelbound’s booking conditions.

Activities at the Chateau Du Molay, Normandy