Share Discovery Village

Name

Share Discovery Village

Legal name

Share Discovery Village

Website

https://sharevillage.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Recreation and Hospitality Services

NAICS

RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (72121), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Mountain & Wilderness Lodges (THAAAHAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Family & Recreation Campgrounds (Amenities/Activities Focus) (THAMAJAJ), Conservation & Research Lodges (Citizen Science, Field Stations with Guests) (THAAAHAJ)

Keywords

• Outdoor activity centre
• Accessible accommodation
• Residential adventure camps
• Water sports instruction
• Outdoor education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Lisnaskea

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Accommodation: Revenue from self-catering chalets (6, 10, 12 berth options), glamping pods, camping, caravan park, and Farmhouse rooms. Accommodation is offered with stunning lakeside views on a 60-acre private estate.
2. Activity Sessions: Fees from land activities (archery, bush craft, climbing), water activities (kayaking, canoeing, sailing, paddleboarding), and arts activities. Pre-booked activity sessions and pay-on-the-day options available.
3. School Residential Packages: All-inclusive residential packages for school groups including accommodation, meals, and activities from £80 per person for 2 days. Full-board and self-catering options available.
4. Village Café and Catering: On-site café serving hot food, drinks, and special event dining including Halloween specials and BBQs
5. Gift Vouchers: Gift vouchers sold via FareHarbor platform for activities and stays
6. Group Bookings and Corporate Events: Team building activities, conferences, and large group residentials for corporate clients

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Share Discovery Village operates a 60-acre residential activity centre on the shores of Upper Lough Erne in Lisnaskea, Northern Ireland, offering fully accessible accommodation (self-catering chalets, glamping pods, camping, caravan park, full-board farmhouse) alongside land, water, and art activities. It serves families, schools, disability groups, corporate teams, and birthday parties with inclusive, fully wheelchair-accessible facilities and accredited instruction.

Product overview

Share Discovery Village is Northern Ireland's largest residential activity centre, offering a diversified portfolio of accessible outdoor adventure experiences and accommodations. The core offering combines accommodation (self-catering chalets in 3 sizes, glamping pods, camping, caravan park, and farmhouse full-board) with land, water, and arts activities (archery, bush craft, climbing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, paddleboarding, water park, combat corps/laser tag, and creative arts). The centre operates from a 60-acre private estate on Upper Lough Erne and targets families, schools, disability groups, corporate teams, and birthday parties. Key differentiators include full accessibility for disabled guests, RYA and BCU accredited instruction, and unique offerings like Trannish Island Bothy and The Inishcruiser private hire boat.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Self-Catering Chalets Private chalet accommodation in 6, 10, or 12-berth configurations with en-suite rooms, living room, and kitchen facilities on a lakeside 60-acre estate, available for families and groups.
• Glamping Pods Nature-immersive glamping pods on the estate grounds; dog-friendly at £25 per dog.
• Camping On-site campsite with toilets, showers, and play parks within walking distance of the main centre.
• Caravan Park Touring caravan pitches on the estate grounds with hook-up facilities; dog-friendly at £10 per dog.
• The Farmhouse (Full-Board Accommodation) Full-board accommodation with 13 dormitory-style en-suite bedrooms across two floors, providing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and supper meals.
• Trannish Island Bothy Remote island accommodation accessible by paddle or powerboat, featuring a wood-burning stove, cooking area, self-composting toilets, sheltered BBQ area, and campfire space for back-to-nature experiences.
• Water Park Inflatable water park on Upper Lough Erne with thrilling water-based attractions for children, teenagers, and groups.
• Kayaking Guided kayaking sessions on Upper Lough Erne led by fully trained staff.
• Canoeing Paddling sessions on the lough with experienced open boat coaches and skill development opportunities, delivered by a BCU Approved Teaching School.
• Stand Up Paddleboarding SUP sessions on Upper Lough Erne with instructor guidance.
• Sailing RYA-recognised sailing instruction at the centre, including a Social Sailing Course (£15 per session or £75 for 6 weeks).
• Windsurfing Windsurfing instruction and sessions on Lough Erne.
• Archery Target archery sessions available year-round, indoors and outdoors.
• Rock Climbing Wall climbing on 30ft walls with abseiling, available indoors and outdoors regardless of weather.
• Bush Craft Forest skills activities including fire lighting, shelter building, and outdoor survival techniques.
• Combat Corps (Laser Tag) Laser tag activity using high-tech laser guns in a custom-built forest arena or indoors in the Arts Arena, with games including team deathmatch, free-for-all, and capture the flag.
• Mountain Biking Cycling activities on the estate grounds.
• Towables (Banana Boats and Big Mable) Towable water rides including Banana Boats and Big Mable inflatable water activities pulled behind boats.
• Human Fussball Inflatable human table football game played on a huge pitch with nets at either end.
• Arts Activities Creative arts including t-shirt painting, face painting, balloon modelling, mosaics, painting, and film-making for all ages and abilities.
• The Inishcruiser (Private Boat Hire) Luxury heated cruiser boat for private hire, offering guided tours of Upper Lough Erne with catering options and a full-licensed bar.
• Leisure Suite (Accessible Swimming Pool) Fully accessible indoor heated swimming pool with gently sloped entry and shower chair access, suitable for all abilities.
• The Village Café On-site café offering hot drinks, hot food, and seasonal specials including Halloween specials and BBQs.
• Conference Facilities Conference and meeting room hire with the Arts Arena hall available for events, team days, and corporate outings.
• School Residential Trips Primary and secondary school residential programmes with curriculum-linked activities, qualified instructors, and full catering from £80 per person for 2 days.
• Summer Schemes Junior and Senior Summer Schemes offering action-packed outdoor activities for children during school holidays.
• Residential Adventure Summer Camp Overnight summer camp experience with a full activity programme for teenagers.
• Birthday Party Packages Ready-made birthday party packages including laser tag, climbing, archery, bouncy castle, arts and crafts, and human fussball options.
• Team Building Activities Corporate team building experiences with land and water activities designed to strengthen workplace bonds and engagement.
• Accessible Accommodation & Activities Fully wheelchair-accessible lodges and chalets with step-free access, profiling beds, hoists, and Changing Places facilities; inclusive land, water, and creative activities adapted for all abilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% reduction in toxin levels after 3-week respite holiday
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• MannokminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Sponsorship of new Changing Places facility at Share Discovery Village, announced August 2025.
• Disability Sport NIcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Disability charity providing accessible sports and recreation opportunities. Share Discovery Village provides accessible accommodation and activities for their members with disabilities.
• Angel Eyes NIcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Charity supporting families with visually impaired children. Partnership provides accessible breaks and activities for beneficiary families.
• Children's Heartbeat TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Charity supporting children with heart conditions and their families. Provides accessible accommodation for families needing specialist facilities.
• SBHI (Spinal Injuries Ireland)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Irish charity supporting individuals with spinal injuries. Share provides fully accessible accommodation with specialist equipment including hoists and profiling beds.
• National Autism Society Northern IrelandcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Organisation supporting autistic individuals. Share provides sensory-friendly environments and trained staff for autistic visitors.
• Positive FuturescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Charity working with children and young people with learning disabilities. Regular movie days and activities hosted at Share's Arts Arena.
• Action Ability BelfastcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Charity providing opportunities for people with disabilities in Belfast area. Referral partnership for accessible holiday breaks.
• Lough Erne Landscape PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnership funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund. Collaboratively delivered the Lough Erne Schools Convention engaging 350+ children from 15 schools.
• Fermanagh and Omagh District CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Local government council supporting community events and environmental programmes at Share Discovery Village.
• W5 Science CentreminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Belfast science discovery centre partnered to bring 'Sharing Summer Science' event to Fermanagh with LEGO robotics and hands-on science activities.
• RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019RNLI delivered Swim Safe sessions at Share's facilities teaching children water safety skills in outdoor environments.
• Royal Yachting Association (RYA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019RYA Recognised Teaching Establishment providing accredited sailing courses and qualifications.
• British Canoeing (formerly BCU)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019BCU Approved Teaching School providing accredited canoeing and kayaking courses and qualifications.
• Fermanagh Stroke Support GroupminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Local stroke support charity received swimming lessons and relaxation therapy sessions at Share's accessible pool.
• Queen's University Belfast - Biological SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019University field studies residential visits for biology students using Share as an Environmental Field Studies Centre.
• RSPB, Fermanagh Beekeepers Association, Waterways Ireland, Butterfly Conservation, Bug Life, Source to Tap, Marble Arch GeoparkminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Heritage organisations partnering for Lough Erne Schools Convention to deliver environmental education workshops.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Field Studies Council: UK environmental education charity operating residential field study centres used by schools and universities. Comparable to Share's field studies partnership with Queen's University Belfast and environmental education programming (Lough Erne Schools Convention).
• Forest Holidays: UK cabin and glamping holidays in Forestry England locations. Comparable to Share's glamping pod launch and rural accommodation offering, though focused on cabin-style rather than activity-led stays.

Broad incumbents

• Center Parcs UK: Established UK family short-break holiday villages offering accommodation, indoor and outdoor activities, and family programming. Comparable broad family-activity-holiday proposition, though larger commercial scale and forest-suburb positioning.

Regional players

• Lough Erne Resort: Luxury hotel and resort on the shores of Lough Erne in County Fermanagh. Comparable geographic catchment and waterside location to Share, though positioned as upscale hotel rather than accessible activity centre.
• Carlingford Adventure Centre: Outdoor activity and adventure centre in Carlingford, Co. Louth, Ireland offering land and water activities for schools, groups, and families. Comparable activity-led residential offering but different geography (Republic of Ireland).

Direct peers

• Calvert Trust: UK charity operating three accessible outdoor activity centres (Exmoor, Kielder, Lake District) specifically designed for people with disabilities. Closest functional peer to Share Discovery Village in mission, accessible infrastructure, and activity-led residential model.
• Bendrigg Trust: Cumbria-based charity providing accessible outdoor adventure courses and residential breaks for people with disabilities, schools, and groups. Directly comparable to Share in target market, accessibility specialism, and charity-driven operations.
• PGL Travel: UK's largest provider of school residentials and outdoor adventure activity courses across multiple centres. Directly comparable to Share's school residential and activity-led offering, though broader scale and commercial rather than charitable structure.
• The Outward Bound Trust: UK charity running outdoor education and residential adventure programmes for young people, particularly disadvantaged groups. Comparable to Share in charitable mission, residential adventure model, and youth/school focus.
• Kingswood (UK): Commercial operator of UK outdoor activity centres serving schools, families, and groups with residential and day programmes. Comparable to Share's activity centre model, though broader geographic footprint and commercial ownership.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/sharevillage
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCkbugmP9QEQbz9ENjIlWm_A
• Facebookfacebook.com/Sharevillage
• Instagraminstagram.com/sharevillage
• TikToktiktok.com/@sharevillage

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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