Holidays

Finding suitable holiday accommodation for the whole family can be challenging.

Here are some options for Little Champion friendly accommodation:

Disabled Holidays

Disabled Holidays describe themselves as the UK’s largest accessible holiday specialist and provide advice on accommodation, flights and insurance.

Visit: disabledholidays.com

Gwel an Mor resort

Gwel an Mor resort in Cornwall combines luxury with practicality. A number of the Scandinavian style lodges are accessible to the differently-abled traveller. In the Assisted Residence Lodge there is wheelchair access throughout, a well equipped kitchen, a fully adjustable electric bed, a wet room and an H-hoist system between the bedroom and the wet room.

Visit: gwelanmor.com/cornwall-holidays/breaks-in-cornwall/accessible-breaks

Center Parcs

Center Parcs offers some accommodation that is accessible to all. Their accommodation comes with a fully equipped kitchen and lowered worktops; bathrooms with walk in or wheel in showers; and a hoist for the hot tub.

Visit: centerparcs.co.uk/discover-center-parcs/lodge-holidays/accommodation-type/adapted-lodges

Butlin’s Resorts

Butlin’s Resorts all have a limited number of adapted rooms and apartments. You can call one of their advisers to discuss your individual needs:

Call 0330 100 9334 or visit: butlins.com/help-contact/disability-requirements

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Assistive Technology
At RWK Goodman we work with chartered electronics engineers in the field of assistive technology who advise us on the best and latest technologies on the market.
Education
Sometimes Little Champions require additional support to help them learn.
Equipment
There is a huge range of equipment on the market designed to make the life of your Little Champion easier.
Staying active and getting out
Getting out and about can present challenges to some Little Champions. This is when some inside knowledge can make all the difference.
Toilet Training and Continence
Continence is not everyone’s favourite subject but it can have a massive impact on quality of life, and all children should receive support to achieve their maximum continence potential.
Visiting London
Travelling with a Little Champion can be daunting at times, especially when you are trying to navigate a busy city such as London. We hope that this area of our website will assist you in planning your trip and accessing the support you deserve.
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