What to expect
For the Visually Impaired : We aim to bring together mixed groups of all ages to enjoy a relaxed, informal, and fun break. You will be helped and guided as much or as little as you would like. The focus is to provide a sociable and invigorating time with the addition of guides to enable you and to keep you safe.
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For the Sighted : Sighted holidaymakers can enjoy the activities at the same time as sharing the experience with the visually impaired members of the group. You are not carers, you are asked to aid by, for example, offering an elbow to guide around obstacles or warn of uneven ground. It is a richly rewarding experience in so many ways.
The blind and visually impaired often have some sight and their needs vary requiring different levels and types of help. Your blind partner may wish for the views to be described or the colour of the flowers. The sighted often find that their own experience is enhanced by observing their surroundings more closely and putting into words what they are seeing.
We will ensure that you are advised and well prepared to help your blind partner, and pairings will change so that the groups mix and everyone has the chance to get to know each other.
Transport Links
There are excellent road and rail links to Great Malvern and The Malvern Hills.
Road: Easy connection from M5 and M50.
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Rail: Great Malvern station is on the mainline link to Paddington and the Birmingham to Hereford rail link.
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If you are travelling alone pre-booked assistance is available on these services.
Testimonial from Nina Chesworth
"The volunteer guides were lovely and gave good instruction, not forceful. Thank you to Dee, the volunteer team and the team at Clover Mill. I had such a lovely time and having the opportunity to make friends within the sight loss community was amazing. It was so lovely and I felt confident and like I fitted in to be able to relax enough to enjoy the holiday."