OSPREY HOLIDAY CENTRE
History:
The centre's
buildings were originally built as an Anti Submarine Detection Base and occupied during WW2. The locals on the Island
refer to the centre as the Hush Hush as it was a "Top Secret" defence base.
Challenge Anneka :
In 1990 a successfull
application was made to the Challenge Anneka TV programme and this resulted in the dilapidated buildings being renovated.
Our photo gallery has an image of Anneka Rice arriving by helicopter and using her buggy on the island. The centre was
opened in 1991 and has continued to be hired to community groups and families for holidays.
Location & General info:
The centre is located 5 miles from Millport on the Isle of Cumbrae, Ayrshire and is reached by a 10 minute ferry
journey from Largs using Caledonian MacBrayne Ferries. On reaching the island, take a right turn and follow the road
for 1.5 miles to the centre. There is adequate parking space for 6 cars.
The centre is self contained and
your nearest neighbour is the Fintry Bay cafe 1.5 miles away. The cottage and sports hall have excellent views overlooking
the Clyde estuary towards the Isle of Bute.
Caretaker:
Our Caretaker Paul Watling lives in Millport and he maintains the property and grounds,
however we expect all user groups to leave the centre and grounds clean and tidy.
Useful Websites:
The following Websites give
you excellent information on local services. www.millport.org and www.millport.org.uk please visit them if you are interested in visiting Millport.
Lodge Accommodation:
Lounge/Dining Area - fully equipped large kitchen with washing machine and dishwasher.
Bathrooms - both ladies and gents consisting of electric showers.
Bedrooms - there are 4 heated bedrooms consisting of bunk beds 3 x double bedrooms with
2 sets of bunk beds in each. 1 single bedroom with one set of bunk beds. Each bedroom has a sink. All beds
have pillows. You need to bring your own sheets, pillow cases, duvets or sleeping bags.
Sports Hall & Play area:
General purpose room - a large open plan room which can be used for various purposes
including playroom, t.v. room, lounge and chill out area. Please note that you need to bring your own sports equipment, including
table tennis bats & ping pong balls etc.
Reception
Room - is ideal for our table tennis table.
Sports
Hall - large hall with mobile goal posts and badminton net.
Grounds - various play areas, including children's climbing frames and
chute. There is also a tarmacadam yard for outdoor sports.
Charges and How to Book:
Friday and Saturday evenings: £140.00 per night per group.
Sunday to Thursday evenings: £120.00
per night per group.
You
are advised to book early as bookings are taken on a first come first served basis!
Telephone: 0141 445 4321 or e-mail: admin@4321.org.uk
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