Leisure and Commercial

Welcoming our communities onto campus

As a community focused organisation, we want to share our excellent facilities and services with community members too. All profits raised from our commercial activities go straight back into our ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ, which provides better futures for people with disabilities.

Newstart Theatre

Newstart is a contemporary multi-use sports and performance facility with a programme of activities designed for young people and adults with disabilities.

Children Climbing

Woodland Adventure Zone

Opened in 2020, the triple-award winning Woodland Adventure Zone is a fully accessible forest adventure in the heart of Sherwood Forest.

The entrance of the Portland Coffee Shop with tall blue flags on either side of the entrance,

Portland Coffee Shop

Situated in our newly refurbished Newstart Hall, our brand new Coffee Shop is open to the public 6 days a week. 

Conferences at Portland

Venue Hire & Team Days 

We have a range of spaces perfect for events, parties and and team days. You can also book a visit to the Woodland Adventure Zone  to make your day more fun.

Learner in physio session

Physio and Hydrotherapy

Our specialist learning and physical disability physiotherapy team supports Portland learners and citizens and private clients.

MUGA Pitch Hire 

Our Multi use games area (MUGA) can be hired by local sports teams and clubs. Contact newstart@portland.ac.uk for more information.Â