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Sense Holidays 2021 Bringing people together for holidays full of fun, friendship and new experiences
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Welcome to Sense
Holidays 2021
Sense Holidays Why Sense Holidays
are unique are special
Our Sense Holidays give children, young • Nearly 50 years’ experience of delivering
people and adults the opportunity to have holidays for people with multi-sensory
fun and try new activities – whether that impairments.
be baking cakes, enjoying a sensory walk or • A personalised approach – each holiday is
facing a huge rollercoaster, there’s something planned around the needs and interests of
for everyone! Our holidays also give you the the holidaymakers.
chance to meet new people and to develop • Experienced and trained Holiday Leaders.
connections with fellow holidaymakers and • Trained, skilled and passionate volunteers.
volunteers. This year, we have 14 holidays • OFSTED registered with a ‘Good’ rating
on offer, including some old favourites and (for our under 18s Holidays).
others that are new for 2021.
! Keeping everyone safe
The Sense Holidays Team have and will continue to make reasonable
and robust adjustments to reflect the Government Coronavirus
(COVID-19) guidance in place at the time of the holiday.
This year, we are offering a number of holidays at key locations with
opportunities for a range of activities on site. This will allow for social
distancing and reduce the amount of contact we have with members of
the public if necessary. We have also reduced the number of spaces on
each Sense Holiday to cap the number of people in each holiday group.
Sense Holidays will adhere to government guidelines and organisational
best practices leading up to and at the time of the holiday. We will keep
all holidaymakers and their families fully up to date with our plans to
ensure everyone’s safety whilst on a Sense Holiday.
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Why choose a
Sense Holiday?
Each holiday is managed by one or more
of our experienced Sense Holiday Leaders.
They have a specialist understanding of how
to provide personalised group holidays for
people who are deafblind and may have
additional needs. Leaders will work closely
with holidaymakers and their parents/carers
to create a holiday that is right for the
individual. This leads to a memorable and
enjoyable holiday for each and every person.
Sense has considerable experience of
providing volunteer-led services and creating
a safe environment where holidaymakers
and volunteers build relationships, explore
new environments and step outside of their
comfort zone.
What to expect on
a Sense Holiday
• A safe and fun environment.
• To be listened to and respected.
ents •
•
•
Personalised support.
Opportunity to have new experiences
Opportunity to be sociable and to make
new friends
“ This was an amazing
holiday. My son likes to be
active and there were so
many things he got to do.
The holiday couldn’t have
been better for him!
Thank you so much”
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Brickhouse Farm
p22–23 Butlin’s
p15, 20–21
Rosliston Foresty
Centre, p17–18
Lee Valley p19
Macaroni Wood
p9–10
Kyte Lodge & Kestrel Grosvenor Hall
Lodge, p11–12 p13–14
Holiday venues and accessibility
Every year we return to some of our holidaymakers’ favourite venues, as well
as adding a few new ones. We visit all new holiday venues to ensure they meet
the needs of our groups. In this brochure, we have marked the venues as either
wheelchair accessible, easy walker or with a ceiling track hoist. Wheelchair
accessible means the venue has been adapted for someone who is a wheelchair
user and meets the Sense standard of accessibility. However, the level of access
does vary: from purpose-built accommodation to venues that offer minor
adaptations, such as wider doorways and ramps. We have also identified the
most accessible venues with ceiling track hoists. Where a holiday is identified
as wheelchair accessible but does not mention ceiling track hoists we may be
able provide mobile hoists. All easy walker venues have at least one downstairs
bedroom and may be suitable for occasional wheelchair users. If you have any
questions please contact us at holidays@sense.org.uk
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Applying for a Who can apply?
Sense Holiday There is no age limit to applying for a Sense
Holiday. We aim to group people together
To apply for a Sense Holiday, who are similar ages who have shared
communication styles and interests.
complete the online form at
www.sense.org.uk/senseholidays
This brochure has two categories:
Sense Holidays are extremely popular Under 18s and 18 and Over.
Secondary
therefore we are Elements
unable to offer a place to We hope this makes choosing your
everyone who applies. This is why we ask perfect Sense Holiday easier.
you to provide as much detailed information
about your needs and interests as you can –
including your first, second and third holiday
choices and when you would be able to
come on a Sense Holiday. We may be able to
offer you a place on an alternative holiday
or a holiday group more suited to meet
Contact the
your needs. We give priority to people who Holidays team
are deafblind; and for our adult holidays, to
those who are also living at home with their
Tel: 0300 330 9250
families. Text: 0300 330 9252
holidays@sense.org.uk
Please complete your application
form by Sunday 7 February 2021.
Any late applications will be added to our
waiting list.
After the deadline we carefully review all
holiday applications and put together
holiday groups. In March, we will write to you
and let you know if we are able to offer you a
holiday. We ask that you confirm your place
as soon as possible. Failure to do so may
mean your place is withdrawn and offered to
someone else.
If you would like a hard copy of the Sense
Holidays 2021 brochure or if you require
it in a different format, please contact us
at holidays@sense.org.uk and we will be
happy to help.
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Cost
We ask that each holidaymaker
contributes £800 towards the
£2,500 that each holiday costs.
Sense works very hard to raise money from
the public to cover the difference. However,
in order for us to continue providing our
personalised holiday experiences, we require
a contribution from each holidaymaker.
These costs include:
• Holiday cost:accommodation, food and
activities for holidaymakers.
• Staff and leaders:Salaries and expenses
for holiday leaders including travel,
accommodation, food, activities and
training.
• Volunteers:Travel, accommodation, food,
activities and training
• Travel:Hiring mini-buses for the duration
of the holiday and enabling leaders and
volunteers to travel to and from holiday
venues
• Communication:Cost of interpreters and
transcription.
• Project costs:Planning and administering Transport
the holidays, monitoring and evaluating
safety procedures, equipment and We do not offer support with travel to and
resources. from holidays, so please keep this in mind
when making your choices. However, in
exceptional circumstances, where no other
Payment could come from local authority support is available from family, friends
budgets, individual budgets, direct payments or social services we will try to offer travel
or personal funds. Payment may be made assistance. Decisions on this will be made
via cheque, debit / credit card, and we also on a case-by-case basis. Please note that
offer payment schemes to spread the cost we will ask for a financial contribution for
throughout the year. Please contact one any support provided.
of the Holidays Team if you require more
information about payment options or
require support. We appreciate your support,
which means that we can continue to
reach as many people and their families as
possible.
All contributions are fully refundable if the
holiday is not able to take place.
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Children and Young People (Under 18s) 8
Under 18s
“Our daughter
enjoys the break
from us and the
memories she takes
back with her are
priceless - she has
such a lovely time.”
Macaroni Wood A
Macaroni Wood is an old favourite for Sense 1 August to 7 August
holidaymakers. Set in stunning woodland
surroundings, you can explore and see all Eastleach, Gloucestershire
the trees, flowers, and animals including pigs Group size: 3 holidaymakers
and chickens that you can feed! You can
make as much noise as you like in the onsite www.macaroniwood.org.uk
music room. If you like things a bit more • Cottage
action-packed, you can race around the site
in a go-kart, enjoy the slides on the onsite • Countryside
playground or head out sailing with nearby • Wheelchair access
Whitefriars Sailing Club.
Facilities
• Venue is accessible for wheelchair users
• Good bathroom access, including roll-in
showers and non-slip flooring
• Equipment available includes profile beds
and mobile hoists
• Sensory room on site
Holiday highlights
• Go strawberry picking
• Swimming at the hydro pool
• Collecting fresh eggs in the morning
• Adapted sailing with Sailability
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Under 18s
“I loved everything
on the holiday,
feeding the animals,
collecting the eggs,
having a party, fire
engines, swimming,
playing all the
games outside”
Macaroni Wood B
Macaroni Wood is an amazing venue
in the heart of the Cotswolds. You can
1 August to 7 August
explore the scenic sensory trails of the site Eastleach, Gloucestershire
or you can roast marshmallows on the
Group size: 3 holidaymakers
onsite campfire together. Alternatively,
you can play a game of pool in the onsite www.macaroniwood.org.uk
games room where you will be sure to
• Cottage
make lots of new friends. Offsite you and
your new friends can enjoy snow tubing, • Countryside
rock climbing, or head to the nearby zoo • Easy walker
to say hi to the animals!
Facilities
• Rooms on the ground floor and first floor
• Games room, large kitchen and living space
• Safe and secure site
Holiday highlights
• Explore your very own games room
• Head to the zoo
• Zoom down a ski slope in a snow tube
• Go swimming at the local hydro pool
10“Seeing my sons holiday Under 18s
diary and that he got to
chill out in the garden every
day for a week was FAB!”
Kyte Lodge
7 August to 13 August
Kyte Lodge is a fully accessible barn Abingdon, Oxfordshire
conversion in the beautiful Oxfordshire
countryside. It’s the perfect setting for
Group size: 3 holidaymakers
nature lovers, with plenty of green space www.kingfisherbarn.com
for scenic picnics, boat trips along the
River Thames, and it’s a short trip to
• Converted barn
the wildlife park where you can meet • Countryside
an array of animals. The barn has level • Ceiling track hoists
access, ceiling track hoists, and accessible
bathrooms. You’ll be part of a smaller
group with lots of opportunities to eat and
play together.
Facilities
• Ceiling track hoists in all ground floor
bedrooms and bathrooms
• Level access throughout the ground floor
• Open plan kitchen and dining area
Holiday highlights
• Wildlife park
• Picnic in a meadow
• Get splashed on a fun boat trip
• Make new friends
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11Under 18s
“We felt so confident
to put our trust
in the leaders &
volunteers who were
all caring, fun &
full of enthusiasm.
Really wonderful
people!”
Kestrel Lodge
Kestrel Lodge is a great setting for
anybody who likes getting out in the 7 August to 13 August
countryside. You might visit the nearby
botanical gardens to smell the beautiful
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
flowers or take a trip to the Cotswold’s Group size: 3 holidaymakers
for a sunny picnic. You can explore the
surroundings at your own pace in a small
www.kingfisherbarn.com
group supported by friendly volunteers. • Converted barn
The barn is specially adapted, with ceiling • Countryside
track hoists, and would be perfect for
anybody who uses a wheelchair full-time • Ceiling track hoists
Facilities
• Ceiling track hoists in all ground floor
bedrooms and bathrooms
• Level access throughout the ground floor
• Open plan kitchen and dining area
Holiday highlights
• Trip to the botanical gardens
• Picnic in the Cotswolds
• Throw a party with your new friends
• Visit Oxford and other historical places
12Under 18s
NEW
FOR 2021
“Muddy night-
time walks were
really fun!”
Grosvenor Hall A
This holiday is set in acres of woodland. 14 August to 20 August
Holidaymakers will be able to brave the Ashford, Kent
high-ropes, zip wire through the trees
or paddle board the days away. Busy Group size: 3 holidaymakers
days could be followed by an evening www.kingswood.co.uk
chatting around the campfire or dancing
at the disco - this holiday is fun packed, • Activity Centre
with the full support of well trained • Onsite activities
and experienced volunteers. This is an
• Wheelchair access
accessible venue where thrill seekers can
enjoy the buzz of activities by day and
chilled out vibes in the evenings.
Facilities
• On site swimming pool
• On site cinema!
• Accessible wet rooms
• Adapted and supported activities to meet
your needs
Holiday highlights
• Raft building and canoeing on the lake
• Be brave on the huge outdoor ropes park!
• Archery and fencing
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13Under 18s
NEW
FOR 2021
“I had a fantastic
time with all my
new friends and all
the lovely staff who
helped make the
holiday”
Grosvenor Hall B
Grosvenor Hall is huge! There’s 50 acres of
adventure and recreational facilities with 14 August to 20 August
so much to get involved in! Choose to chill
out in the on-site swimming pool or take a
Ashford, Kent
sensory wonder around the vast grounds Group size: 3 holidaymakers
and enjoy the rural setting with some
Bush Craft and a treasure hunt trail. In the
www.kingswood.co.uk
evening enjoy campfires or a movie night • Activity Centre
and quiz. This holiday has everything you • Onsite activities
could want; active days and chilled out
evenings. • Wheelchair access
Facilities
• On site swimming pool
• On site cinema!
• Accessible wet rooms
• Adapted and supported activities to meet
your needs
Holiday highlights
• Enjoy the on-site swimming pool every day
• Take part in team games like orienteering
and buggy building
• Bush craft and campfires on site
14Under 18s
NEW
FOR 2021
“I loved my week
‘off’, I was able to
read a book and
watch a film and
know my son was
well looked after
and having the
time of his life. ”
Butlin’s A
Butlin’s is packed with activities for a fun- 21 August to 27 August
filled week. You can go swimming and try Skegness, East Midlands
out the slides and flumes, race your new
friends on the dodgems, meet snakes Group size: 3 holidaymakers
and lizards at the reptile house, or make www.butlins.com/resorts/skegness
sandcastle and dip your toes in the sea, go
rock climbing and abseiling. Alternatively, • Holiday park
you can get comfy and sing along with a • Seaside
show in the onsite theatre. There won’t be
• Easy walker
a dull moment, and you’ll make loads of
new friends while being supported by a
wonderful team of volunteers.
Facilities
• Rooms on one level
• Safe and secure site
• Easy bathroom access
Holiday highlights
• High ropes course
• Meet some animals!
• Pottery painting studio
• Take a trip to the beach for an ice cream
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1518 and over 16
18 and over
“I felt refreshed and
relaxed having a break
like this – my batteries
are fully recharged!”
Rosliston Forestry Centre A
Rosliston is a beautiful accessible venue 13 July to 19 July
in the Derbyshire National Forest. There is National Forest, Derby
loads to explore - you can take walks and
bike rides around the woodlands, or you Group size: 3 holidaymakers
can even test your sense of direction with www.roslistonforestlodges.co.uk
an orienteering session. You can head out
for a boat trip one day and try horse riding • Lodge
the next, so you’ll never be stuck for things • Countryside
to do. You’ll be part of a small group
• Wheelchair access
supported by friendly volunteers who will
help you have an amazing holiday.
Facilities
• Spacious venue
• Rooms on one level
• Wet room
• Mobile hoists are available
Holiday highlights
• Go llama trekking
• Enjoy onsite archery activities
• Learn how to ride a bike at the
local leisure centre
1718 and over
“The Holiday Diary
was amazing; it was
wonderful to see
what a great time
was had by all.”
Rosliston Forestry Centre B
Beautiful spacious lodges set in the 13 July to 19 July
heart of the Derbyshire National Forest, National Forest, Derby
Rosliston offers the best of both worlds.
On this holiday you can chill out in the Group size: 3 holidaymakers
grounds enjoy chats with your fellow www.roslistonforestlodges.co.uk
holidaymakers or enjoy local cultural and
historical sites such as Ashby de La Zouch • Lodge
castle and explore Croxton Abby. You • Countryside
could also enjoy the thrill of archery and
• Wheelchair access
falconry onsite with trained staff, followed
by an evening BBQ in the summer sun or a
good old fashioned karaoke night.
Facilities
• Spacious venue
• Rooms on one level
• Wet room
• Mobile hoists are available
Holiday highlights
• Take a boat trip in the sun
• Enjoy a delicious barbecue
• Learn how to ride a horse
1818 and over
“I went on the London
cable car and stroked
an armadillo. I liked
going to the Harry
Potter shop, canoeing,
and visiting the
Disney Store”
Lee Valley
Lee Valley is situated in Cheshunt, which 31 July to 6 August
is a 20-minute train ride from central Cheshunt, London
London. You may choose to enjoy
Trampolining at Jump City followed by the Group size: 3 holidaymakers
thrill of white-water rafting at Lee Valley www.yha.org.uk/hostel/
White Water Rapids. You may even decide
yha-london-lee-valley
to head into London and see some world-
famous sights, museums and markets. • Lodge
Evening activities could include woodland • City break
walks, BBQ dinners and a quiz. This
holiday is a great mix of outdoor activities,
• Easy walker
sightseeing and lazy days.
Facilities
• Ground floor bedrooms
• En-suite toilets and showers
in each bedroom
• No other specialist adaptations
Holiday highlights
• Explore Cedars Park’s amazing hedge maze
• Go white water rafting
• Have a photo on Cheshunt Park
poppy benches
1918 and over
NEW
FOR 2021
“I love seeing
my friends every
year and making
new ones!”
Butlin’s B
Butlin’s is the perfect place to get active, 21 August to 27 August
with loads of opportunities to try new Skegness, East Midlands
things with your new holiday friends.
You could have a go at archery, climbing, Group size: 3 holidaymakers
high ropes, or take a dip at their huge www.butlins.com/resorts/skegness
swimming pool. There will be time to relax
too, as you enjoy mealtimes together • Holiday park
sharing stories, or relax together in the • Seaside
on-site spa or even take in a show in the
• Easy walker
theatre. Your team of volunteers will be
there to support you all the way.
Facilities
• Rooms on one level
• Safe and secure site
• Easy bathroom access
Holiday highlights
• Chill out at the on-site spa
• Take a trip to the beach for
an ice cream
• Visit the reptile house to
meet the animals
20NEW 18 and over
FOR 2021
“I was so excited
about going on
holiday with Sense
that I started
packing two weeks
before.”
Butlin’s C
Butlin’s is jam-packed with stuff to do, and 21 August to 27 August
you’re sure to go home with loads of beautiful Skegness, East Midlands
memories. You’ll have loads of chances to
bond with other holidaymakers and the team Group size: 3 holidaymakers
of friendly volunteers as you all get involved www.butlins.com/resorts/skegness
in the on-site activities. One day you might
paint pottery together, and the next you could • Holiday park
all play a few games of pool at the bar or get • Seaside
competitive over some crazy golf. There’s a
• Easy walker
fairground and relaxing spa on site too for a
spot of pampering!
Facilities
• Rooms on one level
• Safe and secure site
• Easy bathroom access
Holiday highlights
• Take a trip to the beach
• Enjoy the on-site fair ground
• Enjoy a trip to the theatre
2118 and over
“The week gave
me a valuable
break – it’s the
most significant
break from caring
I get in a year.”
Brickhouse Farm A
Brickhouse Farm features a range of 28 August to 3 September
fully accessible cottages in beautiful Blackpool
countryside, but right next to bustling
Blackpool if you fancy a night out! You Group size: 3 holidaymakers
can explore the local area, stopping off www.brickhousecottages.co.uk
at cafes and pubs to enjoy a bite to eat
with your new friends. There are loads of • Cottage
activities nearby, from indoor sky diving to • Seaside
snow tubing, but it might be hard to leave
• Ceiling track hoist
the hot tub! You’ll form some amazing
memories relaxing in the bubbles under
the stars.
Facilities
• Hot tub with ceiling track hoist access and
on-site hydrotherapy pool
• Ground floor bedrooms
• Shower with grab rails
• Ceiling track hoist running from bed to
wet room
Holiday highlights
• A relaxing evening in the onsite hot tub
• Day trip to Blackpool
• Swimming in the onsite hydrotherapy pool
2218 and over
“We all had a
wonderful time with
so many laughs
and having lots of
fun, making great
memories and having
new experiences.”
Brickhouse Farm B
If you like the high peaks of rollercoasters, 28 August to 3 September
chips and hot chocolate on the beach Blackpool
and lazing in the pool or the hot tub then
this is your holiday! Brickhouse Farm is Group size: 3 holidaymakers
fully accessible with ceiling track hoist, it www.brickhousecottages.co.uk
has plenty of activities on site including
fishing and a hydrotherapy pool, and yet • Cottage
is a short drive from the bright lights of • Seaside
Blackpool. This holiday is guaranteed to
• Ceiling track hoist
give you memories of lifetime.
Facilities
• Hot tub with ceiling track hoist access
and on-site hydrotherapy pool
• Ground floor bedrooms
• Shower with grab rails
• Ceiling track hoist running from bed
to wet room
Holiday highlights
• Enjoy walks on the beach and even
dip your toes in the ocean
• Day trip to Blackpool
• Maybe even see the Blackpool
illuminations
23For everyone living with complex disabilities.
For everyone who is deafblind.
Sense is here to offer personalised support to help people
communicate and experience the world. We believe that
no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be
isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
Our experts offer support that’s tailored to the individual
needs of each person, whether that’s at our centres, through
our holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. In
addition to practical support, we also provide information to
families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex
disabilities to take part in life.
To apply for a Sense Holiday, Deadline for
applications:
complete the online form at
Sunday
www.sense.org.uk/senseholidays 7 February
2021
Contact the Holidays team
Tel: 0300 330 9250
Text: 0300 330 9252
holidays@sense.org.uk
@sensecharity
/sensecharity
Sense, 101 Pentonville Road, London, N1 9LG
Tel: 0300 330 9256 (voice)
Text: 0300 330 9256
Fax: 0300 330 9251
Email: info@sense.org.uk
Website: www.sense.org.uk
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