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We offer everything from traditional water and climbing activities, to horse-riding and hand biking, so read on and let the excitement begin! Sean Day Centre Director

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Activities for all Our multi-activity courses are designed by our expert instructors We take every opportunity to run and will include a selection* our activities in the surrounds of the of the following: Lake District and by using specially adapted equipment and innovative • High Ropes Course techniques, we aim to remove barriers Hand Biking and Cycling to participation allowing everyone to • take part in the fantastic adventures • Archery we have on offer! • Bushcraft To help you make the most of your time • Wheelchair Assault Course at the centre, every activity group is Problem Solving allocated a dedicated Group Instructor • for the whole of the visit, who will • Orienteering coordinate your programme of Canoeing activities, get to know your needs and • help you meet your own personal goals. • Sailing Ensuring your safety • Climbing and Abseiling • Trapeze and Swing Your safety is of paramount importance Zip Wire to us. Our qualified instructors hold • National Governing Body Awards and • Horse Riding and Trap Driving have undertaken specialist training in at our Stables working with people with disabilities and • Lakeland Walk and Push the centre is licensed by the Adventure Ghyll Scrambling Activities Licensing Authority (AALA). • *Please call the centre 2 weeks prior to your arrival if you would like details of which activities are on your programme.

T • 017687 72255 www.calvertlakes.org.uk s for Duration of stay and ourse dividuals activity programmes C es and In Famili Your stay with us can be of different lengths dependent on how many of our activities you want to take part in - the longer your stay with Meet other people and share experiences us the more you get to do! • Weekend breaks of 3 nights (Friday to If you are coming to the centre as a group of fewer than 12 people* we Monday) with 2 full days of activities have specific dates set aside through the year for Families and Adult • Midweek breaks (Monday to Friday) Individuals, giving you the opportunity to meet other guests and take with 3 full days of activities part in activities with people of similar disabilities and ages. • Full week holidays (Saturday to Saturday or Friday to Friday) with 6 full days of Courses for Families are where at least one member of the group is under activities (summer only) 18 and at least one member has a disability. For Adult Individual courses, participants must be aged 18 or over. All activities are included in the price and if you would like to know more about dates, In both instances, all participants with personal care needs must attend course structure and accessibility of with a friend, relative or care worker, who are asked to participate fully in activities, we’d love to talk to you. the course. Sample Programme

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Arrival Activity Lakeland Walk (after 3pm) Challenge Canoeing nteering Stunning Lake District Meet your From orie From our Boathouse asure views on a fully instructor and to tre on Bassenthwaite Afternoon round accessible walk your group hunts a Lake entre and get your the c site tour ory room a movie or chill in the sens , unwind in the pool, watch ocialise in the games room Evening S *If your group is of 12 people or more, please contact us to discuss our Group Multi-Activity Courses

T • 017687 72255 www.calvertlakes.org.uk My foster daughter has many med physical and mental health issues. The ourses The difference visiting the Calvert makes cialist C to us as a unit is hard to put into words… Spe s“he is allowed to explore activities that and otherwise are inaccessible to her in a safe environment, she is allowed to interact with other people, this is something she struggles As an alternative to our popular multi-activities courses, families and with on a day to day basis, however at the adults can now spend their whole stay on activities more suited to their Calvert even going to the evening disco preferences, confidences and abilities, or with other participants more is something she enjoys. The main aim suited to their age or level of care support. These specialist courses fall into 4 areas: of the visit was to have fun and we did that by the bucket loads. Theme Activities Kate James and Karina Probert Horse Riding or Trap Driving, plus grooming and horse care. This allows participants to spend their entire stay focussing Stables Course* on equine activities at our own stables on the outskirts ” of Keswick.

Like our multi-activities courses, but more so! Focussed on Active Plus the ambulant and confident visitors, possibly those that have visited the centre before, who want more challenging activities.

For young adults aged 16 - 25 who may get more out of their Young Adults visit through doing activities, socialising and challenging themselves with other participants their own age.**

Multi-activity courses for unaccompanied adults who only require prompts and guidance*** rather than care support, Buddy Breaks allowing them to develop confidence and self-reliance away from their home environment.

These specialist and themed courses run on limited and specific dates through the year, so please call our bookings team to discuss dates, availability and course details.

*Numbers of participants in Stables Courses are strictly limited to 4 people with disabilities and carers for Trap Driving, and 6 people with disabilities and carers for Horse Riding. Weight limits are 13st for Horse Riding and 18st inc. wheelchair for Trap Driving. **Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a competent adult, although those over 18 can attend unaccompanied dependant on care and support requirements. Accompanying care workers or family members can be over 25. ***Suitable for adults who are independent in the majority of their day-to-day lives, but may need some support in an unfamiliar environment. We provide ‘buddies' - assistants who are able to help attendees, but do not provide any care.

T • 017687 72255 www.calvertlakes.org.uk Being at Calvert Lake District, has lus re-ignited something inside me that had ard P been dormant for some time. It is the desire ll Bo to try new things and to put any fear to one Fu s“ide, put your trust in others and ‘have a go’! Seeing others less able taking part whilst dealing with the everyday challenges their respective disabilities bring is If you've ever wanted to enjoy a stay at the Lake truly inspirational beyond belief! District Calvert Trust, but not necessarily take part in a full schedule of activities, why not come and Marsh/Cutter Family check us out on one of our 'Full Board Plus' breaks? ”

What is ‘Full What your stay Board Plus’? will include To ensure that the centre gets as much use as possible These breaks run over weekends, and through the year we are Monday to Friday during midweeks, offering an opportunity to use with availability and prices posted on our specialised accommodation our website 3-6 months in advance of and facilities as a base to arrival dates. explore the surrounding area, Included in the price is all food from as well as offering a sample of arrival through to departure, plus free optional light activities. access to our hydrotherapy pool and Full Board Plus breaks run in sensory room. The optional 'light' Autumn and Winter when activities include Lakeland Walk / demand for multi-activity Wheelchair Push, Archery and courses is low, and over the Bushcraft (2 sessions available for spring and summer between Weekend Breaks, 3 sessions for larger groups’ departure and Midweek Breaks) and are at no arrival dates. additional cost.

T • 017687 72255 www.calvertlakes.org.uk Our son has gained such confidence stic doing activities that he just doesn’t get anta the chance to do at home. He isn’t able F oked to join in any groups or activities at e Co mfy “school. Being at the Calvert Trust gives Hom Co him a chance to feel successful, and ls we are proud of each other. Mea Reuben sees his energy as a positive thing at the Calvert Trust, he never Stay feels this anywhere else. Diane and Reuben Boustead All your meals are included in the price and are prepared by our team of chefs using locally ” sourced fresh ingredients. All our accommodation is en-suite with level entry wet rooms and toilet facilities with grab If you have any special dietary handles and plenty of space. requirements, menus can be adapted to your dietary needs, A number of our rooms have also been so just let us know and we will specifically designed with overnight care be happy to help. of people with profound and complex disabilities in mind - we also have several inter-connecting rooms available. u Available Equipment Sample Men The majority of our rooms are twin, with Starter: some 3 and 4 beds available. We have a ad Soup or Sal wide range of equipment at the centre, so just let us know what you need and it will e: Main cours be ready when you arrive. Lasagne Sausage • Raisable beds • Corridor Alarms troganoff Mushroom S • Manual Hoists • Elephant Feet • Electric Hoists • Table Raisers Dessert: , • Raisable Toilet Seats • Medical Fridges ffee Pudding Sticky To • Listening Monitors • Over Tables Fruit Platter • Room Alarms • Monkey Pole

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We don’t have a structured programme of activities in the evening, After a great day of activities unwind at our state of the and your time is your own. art Water Centre. However, the fun doesn’t have to stop and our Games Room is a great place to socialise with table tennis, table football, pool tables Take a dip in our hydrotherapy pool, enjoy the poolside sauna, or take and a tuck shop and bar for you to enjoy a drink or a snack. advantage of our multi-sensory room - the perfect place to relax with bubble tubes, lights, projectors and a range of interactive equipment. Our film nights and disco are ever popular evening events too, but if you prefer a quiet moment, sit back with a book in the To aid access the pool has a raisable floor, poolside hoist and two poolside Library or catch up with your favourite soap in the TV lounge. changing rooms with changing beds and overhead tracking hoist. If you still have the energy, you can also use the Sports Hall for a game of football or basketball.

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For more information or to make a booking, our contact details are listed below: Lake District Calvert Trust , Little Crosthwaite, Keswick, , CA12 4QD T • 017687 72255 F • 017687 71920 E • [email protected]

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