Comments

"I couldn't have been happier with the result and the day as a whole. I highly recommend Loch Park to anyone." - Amanda Whetter, R B Farquhar Hires Ltd, Devronside Works, Huntly.

"Claire and I would like to thank you all so much for the fantastic two days that our pupils had at Lochpark earlier this week. Having accompanied pupils to Lochpark several times now, I am very much aware of the benefits the pupils gain from their involvement and once again, our two days proved to be no exception to this rule. As I mentioned before we left, I really felt that this was the best one ever and the comments from our pupils certainly confirm that they got a lot out of the experiences. It was so good seeing the youngsters develop over the two days, both in terms of their skills level and their confidence and for these reasons, I find it hard to select words that adequately describe how beneficial it has been to our youngsters.
As usual, the pupils were treated in a fair, pleasant, yet firm fashion and this is one of the main reasons for the pupils gaining so much from their two days. No doubt I will be back next year assuming there is a demand from our pupils and going by their comments, it would seem to be very likely" - Allan Giles, Principal Teacher of Guidance, Peterhead Academy

John: “The two days were magic. My favourite activities were kayaking and gorge walking. I would love to come back next year”

Coral: “Lochpark was amazing. I liked all the activities especially the rope course and the gorge walking. I thought that it was really funny how the guys made up things about piranhas and crocodiles in the water. I would give Lochpark 10/10 and would love to come back. I loved it and I am going to tell all my friends. Guess what – there really is no gold in the pool”

Principal Teacher of Guidance & Teacher of PE, Peterhead Academy
'… thank you all very much for the fantastic two days that we had at Loch Park last week. Our pupils really enjoyed the two days and benefited a great deal from their experiences - even the ski exercise! Many of the pupils said, on the way home on the bus, that they would sign up again next year for Loch Park… The fact that the pupils felt that way after their visit to Loch Park sums up how good an experience it was for them. We really felt that you all attended to our pupils in an excellent fashion and a great deal of their enjoyment has to be due to that. Thanks again and who knows, we may even see you next year at Loch Park.'

Headmaster from Aberlour House Ltd
'… thank you for all your helpful and friendly assistance to the Aberlour House staff and pupils when they visit the loch for canoeing; it is much appreciated'.

Operations Manager, Forestry Commission, Grampian Conservancy
'My colleagues and I enjoyed an afternoon of activities in a team building event at your facility at Loch Park. The activities were well organised, safe and a lot of fun. Our party of staff have mixed abilities and with the able assistance of your staff found activities which they found within their capabilities. I hope you continue to maintain and expand on this area of business at Loch Park. It is a great facility with potential to grow. We hope to make use of your facilities for more days of this kind in the future'.

James
'I like the different people I meet.'

Janice
'I like it - it is a nice place to be.'

The Gordon School, Huntly
"It was fandabidozi! It was great fun and we will be back again."

Beth Allan - Loch Park Swan Bunkhouse
"Really enjoyed the activities - a great balance between learning and keeping safe but also having the freedom to have to go and have fun with the activities."

Elaine Webster
"The activities at the centre were varied and enjoyable. The instructors were great and recognised individuals' limits. I felt comfortable saying and didn't want to do something. The setting of the centre is absolutely beautiful."

Cara McIllwraith
"Thanks for a great weekend - although every muscle in my body aches, but well worth it!"

Keith Grammar School
"Friendly staff, really felt they took care of the groups - great!"

Comments from service users attending Rural Skills:

Graeme
'Likes the atmosphere and friendly staff.'

Rab
'There are opportunities to do things at Loch Park.'

Jonathan G
'This is a good place to come ... I like mixing with other people.'

Willie
'I want a new saw to build a new house!'

Ewan
'I want to build a rabbit hutch.'

Karen
'I enjoy the peace at Loch Park.'