Blatch SurfCamp
SOMO,SPAIN
In the heart of Cantabria, this region of North Spain promises natural beauty with authenticity and some of Europe’s best and most uncrowded beaches with waves for all levels.
Somo is a small town across the bay from Santander, our private surf house accommodation is within walking distance from the beach, shops and local amenities. The surrounding area is peaceful, picturesque and safe, perfect for school groups.
OURACCOMMODATION
FOOD&DRINK
Latas Surf House is an excellent private accommodation option for school groups, promising a comfortable, cosy and social stay for groups of 40 to 60 students, we’re 56 in totalso perfect for us!
The rooms are spacious and cleaned daily. After surfing all morning, we can relax in the chill-out areas, enjoy outdoor social spaces and join various games such as volleyball and ping pong.
The accommodation provides everything needed to experience the authenticity of this region whilst developing surfing skills and making the most of our surf trip in Spain.
GETTINGTHERE
F FL LI IG GH HT T I IN NF FO O
GETTINGTHERE;
Please get to school by 6am for a 6.30am departure - please don’t be late - we have a flight to catch!
OUTBOUNDFLIGHT;
Sunday 24 May 2026
Depart from London Gatwick: 09:25
Arrive at Bilbao Airport: 12:30
INBOUNDFLIGHT;
Friday 29 May 2026
Depart from Bilbao Airport: 18:10
Arrive at London Gawtick: 19:00
Arrival back to school approx 8.30pm
HOLD&HANDLUGGAGE;
Everyone has 23kg luggage maximumplease note anything over 23kg will be charge to the family on return. No liquids over 100ml in hand luggage
PACKINGLIST
Not exhaustive, but should include;
ESSENTIALSURFGEAR
Wetsuit
(these are supplied but you can bring your own)
Ear plugs for the water
Beach towel
Water/beach shoes
Wet bag (seperate bag to bring wet clothes back from the beach)
ESSENTIALS
Sun Hat
Beach wear (both when surfing and not surfing)
Clothes for evenings (cooler at night)
Mobile phones (see next page) & chargers
Travel plug/adapter
Medicines (labelled with name & dosemore info to follow)
TOILETRIES
Bath/shower towels
Sun Cream
Shampoo
Shower Gel
Deodorant
Insect Repellent
etc
WHENNOTSURFING
Swim suit/shorts
T-shirts
Summer clothes
Day clothes for our trips out
Refillable water bottle (empty at Gatwick)
Shoes/trainers for beach and out & about
WHATNOTTOBRING
Anything not covered by the trip insurance (copy attached)
Anything you would be upset to lose/damage
Vapes or any other smoking equipment
Alcohol/alcohol related items (see next page)
The trip leaders reserve the right, with approval from the headteacher, to conduct a search should they suspect any student of having any items as above
Hand luggage/rucksack* containing; Your passport (we’ll give this to you just before we arrive at the airport),
GHIC (keep this with you at all times)
Comfy, warm clothes for the flight
No liquids over 100ml - these will be taken from you by airport security
Games, books etc for the journey - no speakers please
*Ideally NOT a handbag - it needs to be big enough for the beach
WHILSTWEARETHERE;
OURPRIORITYISFOREVERYPONETOHAVEAGREAT,SAFEANDENJOYABLE TRIP;
You are only allowed in your room - no other
Staff instructions must be followed - these are for your safety & enjoyment. We can discuss any problems or issues later
Absolutely no smoking/vaping/use of any illegal substance, no alcohol
We are there to surf and have fun - this could be the best school trip of your life!!
SPENDING/POCKETMONEY;
You won’t need much, as all of our meals are catered for, so just a little extra for spending We suggest a maximum of £70 (total in Sterling & Euros)
Please note Sterling (Pounds) for Gatwick and Euros for the remainder of the trip
MOBILEPHONES;
Whilst mobile phones are allowed on the trip, our usual school rules apply and they will be confiscated for 24hrs if they are seen or used outside designated times (school staff will let you know what these designated times are). We do not recommend taking mobiles on the beach - they could get damaged or broken. If taken - they are at your own risk & responsibility. Parents & Carers, please check your child's mobile phone contract and make them aware of roaming charges - we don't want you to have a huge phone bill on their return home.
TRIPMEETING;
There will be a trip meeting for parents, carers & students in the Theatre on Wednesday, 29th April from 5.30-6.30pm. It is important that a parent or carer and student attends please. Park in the main school car park and only the Nevill Avenue entrance will be open.
Passports & GHICS should be brought into school w/c 5 May - we’ll remind you of this closer to the date. th
Rooming will be organised directly after the meeting so come prepared for this!
STAFFING&TRIP CONTACTLIST
Name Contact Info
Miss Kenebel - Trip Leader
Mr Richardson - 1st Aid Lead
ekenebel@blatchingtonmill.org.uk (mobile number TBA)
erichardson@blatchingtonmill.org.uk (mobile number TBA)
Mr Colwill Miss Levi
Mr Middleditch Miss Neslon
BEFORE &DURINGTHETRIP
Before the Trip;
Miss Kenebel- Trip Lead at: ekenebel@blatchingtonmill org uk
Mrs Morgan - EVC at: dmorgan@blatchingtonmill.org.uk
During the trip;
Miss Kenebel - TBA 1 week before the trip
Mr Richardson - TBA 1 week before the trip
School emergency contact: 01273 221200 - please note this landline will be linked to the mobile phone of a member of the School's Leadership Team who will be in England for the duration of the trip - PLEASE ONLY USE IN AN EMERGENCY Instagram
We’ll be posting updates on our journey and trip (subject to consent from families), please follow us at; blatchmill _trips