Walking weekend for the blind and visually impaired
"Winter in the Malverns"
Friday 10th February to Monday 13th February, 2023
Price : £400 per person. 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast included.
Are you visually impaired and would love to explore the beauty of the town of Malvern nestling at the foot of the Malvern Hills?
Malvern is rich in history from its mediaeval Priory to the Victorian heritage around the famous water cure and Malvern Water.
You will stay in the Victorian Copper Beech House which is walking distance from the centre of the town.
Price : £400 per person. 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast included.
Are you visually impaired and would love to explore the beauty of the town of Malvern nestling at the foot of the Malvern Hills?
Malvern is rich in history from its mediaeval Priory to the Victorian heritage around the famous water cure and Malvern Water.
You will stay in the Victorian Copper Beech House which is walking distance from the centre of the town.
The experience includes:
- 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in the Victorian Copper Beech House at the foot of the Malvern Hills.
- Accommodation on a twin sharing basis. All rooms have ensuite facilities.
- The provision of one-to-one guides throughout the weekend.
- Transport from local railway station Great Malvern. You will be met off your train and driven the short distance to Copper Beech House.
- Guide dogs are welcome. Dog beds will be provided in the rooms and there will be help to spend the dogs as necessary.
Itinerary
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
- Arrive around 4pm.
- Check into your room and orientation by one of the Sense Adventures guides.
- Gather in the lounge area for tea and cake.
- Evening meal in Copper Beech House, socialising with guides as you require.
Saturday
- After a nourishing breakfast we'll walk up to the Malvern Hills to spend the day. You will be accompanied by a guide on a one-to-one basis. This is a 6/7 mile walk of moderate difficulty.
- Evening meal in Copper Beech House.
Sunday
- Breakfast, then enjoy a short walk on the Malvern Hills accompanied by guides on a one-to-one basis.
- Afternoon visit to a local place of interest (TBC).
- Dinner at Copper Beech House.
Monday
- Depart by 11.00am
Some testimonials from previous breaks
"I enjoyed great company as we walked and realising that I'm capable of more than I know. I enjoyed the feeling of accomplishment when I realised I'd walked at least 8 miles by the end of the first day.
The guides were wonderful company and I was able to talk to them about anything. They were very supportive and descriptive and very helpful in general. I learned a lot from them, ranging from History to food, and they helped challenge me and relax when needed."
Brandon Hulcoop (Spring Walking Weekend at the Dell House, 2022)
The guides were wonderful company and I was able to talk to them about anything. They were very supportive and descriptive and very helpful in general. I learned a lot from them, ranging from History to food, and they helped challenge me and relax when needed."
Brandon Hulcoop (Spring Walking Weekend at the Dell House, 2022)
"I haven’t had such fun in ages. It was so good to go on holiday oneself. It really boosted my confidence."
Deb (Spring Walking Weekend at the Dell House, 2022)
Deb (Spring Walking Weekend at the Dell House, 2022)
"The best thing for me, apart from the walks of course, was the food , the camaraderie and the beautiful surroundings."
Debbie Paine
Debbie Paine
"I thought the volunteer guides were all really friendly and enthusiastic. It was great fun being guided by them and I think it was a great idea to swap us around."
Paul Sullivan
Paul Sullivan
"The best part of the holiday was being out in the countryside with other people who were there to enjoy walking in good company. I liked the company and the relaxed atmosphere and I thought the guides were amazing and very friendly. "
Hazel Sullivan
Hazel Sullivan