Walking break for the blind and visually impaired
"Autumn Walking in the Malverns"

Friday 2nd September to Monday 5th September, 2022
Price : £400 per person, 3 nights accommodation, all inclusive (except 3rd evening meal at local pub)
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Are you visually impaired and would love to explore the beauty of the Malvern Hills? Would you like to spend a day in the fresh air walking with a new group of friends?  Sense Adventures brings blind and sighted walkers together to share the varied landscape of the Malvern Hills from woods and streams in the South to rolling countryside above Herefordshire and The Cotswolds.
 
Join us for another Autumn weekend staying at the historic Dell House bed and breakfast in Malvern Wells situated at the foot of the Malvern Hills.  The Dell House dates from the 19th century.  The current owners have lovingly restored the 2 acres of garden featuring specimen trees and interesting tactile wooden sculptures.  Throughout your stay you will have the opportunity to explore this beautiful garden. 

​The experience  includes:

  • 3 nights bed and breakfast en suite accommodation in the Victorian Dell House at the foot of the Malvern Hills with stunning views across to the Cotswolds and 2 acres of restored garden.
  • All lunches and 2 evening meals (plus 3rd evening meal at local pub not included in the price).
  • 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 the hotel.
  • Guided walks on the Malvern Hills on Saturday and optional Sunday walk. The Saturday walk will be around 7 miles and the optional Sunday walk will be shorter.
  • Visit to Croome Park National Trust house and parkland on Sunday afternoon.
  • 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
  • Arrive around 4pm.
  • Check into your room and orientation by one of the Sense Adventures guides.
  • Gather on the terrace for tea and cake and guided tour of the fascinating gardens with features including tactile wooden sculptures and specimen trees and miniature railway.
  • Evening meal at local pub accompanied by Sense Adventures guides.
​Saturday
  • After a nourishing breakfast we spend the day on the Malvern Hills taking in a picnic at one of the peaks and stopping at a café along the walk.
  • Return to the Dell House around 5pm.
  • Tea and cake at the Dell House and a chance to enjoy the setting and gardens.
  • Evening meal at the Dell House.
Sunday
  • Breakfast followed by an optional shorter walk on the Malvern Hills or time to enjoy the gardens of the Dell House.
  • Lunch at the Dell House.
  • Afternoon trip to a local place of historical interest.
  • Evening meal at the Dell House.
Monday
  • Depart 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)
"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)
"The best thing for me, apart from the walks of course, was the food , the camaraderie and the beautiful surroundings."
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
"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