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        • Bendrigg Trust specialises in delivering high quality activity courses for disabled and disadvantaged people. We aim to promote inclusion, encourage independence and build self-confidence through the safe provision of adventurous activities.
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          Bendrigg Trust@BendriggTrust·
          25 Sep

          2 years ago we attended the #SPFoundation awards evening at @ScottishPower We were over the moon when the Barker family won the 'Charity Champions' Award for their astounding support of Bendrigg over more than 20 years. #charitychampions #nevermoreneeded

          Twitter 1309411790938411009
          Bendrigg Trust@BendriggTrust·
          23 Sep

          Our resident hedgehog bumbling around the grounds tonight 😍 #Cumbria #nature #cuteness @cumbriawildlife

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          Bendrigg Trust@BendriggTrust·
          22 Sep

          "We loved doing the Canoeing, Archery, Cycling and Tubing as we were able to do all the activities with Grace and this is a first for us as a family. We had an amazing time on Saturday, thank you very much to all the instructors for making it so enjoyable for all the family."

          2
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          Headway Birmingham@HeadwayBS·
          22 Sep

          Let’s Talk about…Staying active after Brain Injury.
          Tomorrow is #NationalFitnessDay!
          How do you stay active? It’s not always easy to do regular exercise after #braininjury, but this feature by Headway UK has some inspiriting stories and inspiration! https://t.co/W0UJJos5WX

          Twitter 1308330197045968898
          Bendrigg Trust@BendriggTrust·
          22 Sep

          Matthew Shifrin is a blind #rockclimber from Boston who took up the sport almost a year ago. As he became more advanced, he wanted a way to plan and strategise his climbs. So he devised a system of mapping out routes using Lego!

          https://t.co/tHgFSeLKaM

          Twitter 1308329185488916480

        • bendriggtrust

          Specialist Outdoor Centre | Cumbria
          Adventure Activities For People Of All Abilities

          Bendrigg Trust
          We are thrilled to announce that we have been awar We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded £96,102 by the ScottishPower Foundation towards our 2020 Adventure For All project. The project was originally split into 2 sections, with £45,000 of sponsorship enabling disabled people who would otherwise not be able to afford a trip to Bendrigg the opportunity for adventure, and the remaining funds supporting the improvement of our services and resources specifically for people with Hidden Disabilities such as hearing or speech impairments, and/or learning disabilities. With the Covid-19 pandemic hitting earlier this year, we had to close the centre and many of our projects and services have been adversely impacted. This means that our Hidden Disabilities project has had to be postponed however the ScottishPower Foundation kindly agreed that these funds could be redistributed to cover our unavoidable core costs during this incredibly difficult time for charities. We are very grateful for their generosity and flexibility as it means that we have a much stronger chance of being able to survive and welcome back clients, who after prolonged periods of isolation, will undoubtedly need to access our services more than ever before. #accessibleadventure #accessibleactivities #smallcharity #charity #kendal #cumbria #lakedistrict #bendrigg #bendriggtrust #getoutdoors
          The sun is shining on a very exciting day at Bendr The sun is shining on a very exciting day at Bendrigg Trust! We have families on their way to join us for activity sessions for the first time since March 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 #adventureactivities #accessibleadventure #accessibletourism #sunshinestateofmind #kendal #cumbria #lakedistrict #yorkshiredales #familytime #familyiseverything
          We had our first families using our Acorn House se We had our first families using our Acorn House self-catering accommodation at the weekend and we're so glad they enjoyed their stay! Accessible accommodation with access to our 15-acres of beautiful grounds - perfect. There is just one week left available in August (Monday 24th - Friday 28th) so if you would like to book then please get in touch! #accessibleaccommodation #lakedistrict #cumbria #yorkshiredales #kendal
          Thanks to funding from the wonderful Cumbria Count Thanks to funding from the wonderful Cumbria County Council Short Breaks team Bendrigg are able to offer some free day activities over the summer holidays for local families with a disabled child! Key info: ✔️Families must live in the South Cumbria/Furness area ✔️To try and support as many people as possible we may 'pair' you up with another family for the day (up to a maximum of 2 households/12 people) ✔️We will book you in for a slot and one of our Tutors will be in touch to discuss activities in more detail. Activities could include: canoeing, cycling, archery and guided hill-walks. Harnessed activities such as abseiling and zip wire may also be available. ✔️We expect demand for these day activities to be high so please get in touch asap if you would like to book in. #summerholidays #activities #adventureforall #cumbria #kendal #disability #canoeing #archery #cycling #wheelsforall #lakedistrict #familytime
          Acorn House is a stunning place to get away and en Acorn House is a stunning place to get away and enjoy with the family. It's a specialist unit designed specifically for people with disabilities in mind and accessible aids include : - Ceiling mounted H tracking hoists from bedrooms to bathrooms - Automatic doors & lights - Profile beds (with/without bed sides) - Adjustable changing/shower beds, shower chairs and commodes - Spacious dining, kitchen and lounge area - Stunning views over looking our beautiful 15 acre accessible grounds and woodland, which you'll have full access to during your stay During the time that our centre is closed due to Covid-19 and we aren't able to offer our regular services, we have opened up Acorn House on a self-catering basis for groups to come and enjoy. We have date's still available for August and September for groups to come and stay. You must comply with current government guidelines regarding mixing between households. Currently this states that “you can stay overnight away from your home with your own household or support bubble, or with members of one other household”. (see up to date guidance on gov.uk) Please see our website for availability, prices, further information and details on how to book : www.bendrigg.org.uk/facilities/for-hire/acornhouse/
          This could be your view - we're recruiting! We hav This could be your view - we're recruiting! We have a part-time, temporary Trusts and Foundations Officer role available starting October. More info on our website. #charityjobs #fundraisingjobs #kendal #cumbria #opentowork #teambendrigg #recruitment #opentonewopportunities #jointheteam
          Thank you to @recyc.it for providing 19 #preloved Thank you to @recyc.it for providing 19 #preloved monitors for Bendrigg to replace some of our old ones and provide extras to staff working from home #reuse #reusereducerecycle #cumbria
          'I visited Bendrigg Lodge grounds access with my b 'I visited Bendrigg Lodge grounds access with my brother Tyson, my mum Lesley and my dog Skye. It was not a bright sunny day but we just had a few spots of rain whilst there. I enjoyed the forest area a lot and the path through the archway. We took some snacks and sat in the campfire area. It was so nice and quiet, we sat there in silence listening to nature,we could hear the sheep. I say it was all amazing. I have attached my favourite photo taken on the day'. Thank you for letting us know what a great time you had Aiden we are so glad you had such a lovely time with your family. We've now released more time slots for accessing our grounds from the week commencing 20th July. For more information and to book your place visit our website via the link in our bio
          Follow on Instagram
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Menu
  • Who We Are
      • Our Mission & Values
        • Bendrigg Trust specialises in delivering high quality activity courses for disabled and disadvantaged people. We aim to promote inclusion, encourage independence and build self-confidence through the safe provision of adventurous activities.
        • engagement day, staffOur People
        • Bendrigg TrustSolutions Not Problems
        • Bendrigg Trust AbseilingSafety & Risk Benefit
        • walk, lake district, outdoorsThe Outdoor Environment
        • ArcheryInnovation
      • Our People
        • Trainee, Staff, Lake DistrictOur Staff
        • RachaelOur Trustees
        • Jamie AndrewOur Patrons
      • Our History
      • Our Impact
        • "I wish it was possible to bottle this Bendrigg magic from start to finish so everyone could see and truly believe what individual can achieve."
        • IMG_3656Impact Report
        • Impact CalculatorImpact Calculator
        • Jolly daysBenefits of Outdoor Learning
        • Impact Report Photos (16)Annual Report
  • What We Do
    • Activity Courses
      • For Groups and Schools
      • Taster Weekends
      • For Adults
      • For Families
      • Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
    • Funding Support
      • Funding Pack
      • Sponsorship Application
    • Activities For Local People
      • Bendrigg Climbing Club
      • Aiming High Community Field
      • Sensory Room
      • Day Activities
    • Activities
      • Climbing
      • Canoeing
      • Caving
      • Cycling
      • Other Activities
    • Consultancy and Training
      • Find Out More
      • Upcoming Courses
  • Our Facilities
      • Accessible Accommodation
        • lodgeBendrigg Lodge
        • Acorn HouseAcorn House
      • Virtual Tour – Coming soon
      • Accessible Site & Grounds
      • For Hire
        • Acorn HouseAcorn House
        • DCIM100GOPROGOPR0089.JPGSensory Room
        • Impact-Report-Photos-23Sports Hall
        • Fell End BunkhouseFell End Bunkhouse
        • 87738072_2015028725309300_7046611971914858496_nKinross Meeting Room
        • 50Climbing Wall Hire
  • How You Can Help
    • 100_8510Volunteer
    • 20171012-IMG_7978-0015Donate
    • 20170910_094805(0)Fundraising Events
    • Barclays Volunteer PartyCorporate Partners
    • 13600078_10154008657832284_6137799343661112340_nLegacies & Tributes
    • 20170411_093956Buy a gift
    • 2Get Involved
  • News & Events
    • Online Booking – upcoming events
      • The Bendrigg Blog
        • 70394512_2685343818199467_4363700619710562304_oAccessible Activities For Adults
        • Family WeekendAccessible Activities For Families
        • SensorySensory Room Hire
      • Projects
        • thumbnail (22)Adventure For All
        • Oakwood2Oakwood Refurbishment
        • lodge acornBendrigg Lodge Refurbishment
      • Bendrigg Buzz E-Newsletter

          • Bendrigg Buzz E-Newsletter

            Sign up to our monthly e-newsletter to keep you up-to-date with all the latest news, events and stories from Bendrigg Trust. Sent just once per month, it’s full of news that’s guaranteed to make you smile!

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          Bendrigg Trust
          Bendrigg Trust@BendriggTrust·
          25 Sep

          2 years ago we attended the #SPFoundation awards evening at @ScottishPower We were over the moon when the Barker family won the 'Charity Champions' Award for their astounding support of Bendrigg over more than 20 years. #charitychampions #nevermoreneeded

          Twitter 1309411790938411009
          Bendrigg Trust@BendriggTrust·
          23 Sep

          Our resident hedgehog bumbling around the grounds tonight 😍 #Cumbria #nature #cuteness @cumbriawildlife

          Twitter 1308901087492083712
          Bendrigg Trust@BendriggTrust·
          22 Sep

          "We loved doing the Canoeing, Archery, Cycling and Tubing as we were able to do all the activities with Grace and this is a first for us as a family. We had an amazing time on Saturday, thank you very much to all the instructors for making it so enjoyable for all the family."

          2
          Twitter 1308425574659108867
          Retweet on TwitterBendrigg Trust Retweeted
          Headway Birmingham@HeadwayBS·
          22 Sep

          Let’s Talk about…Staying active after Brain Injury.
          Tomorrow is #NationalFitnessDay!
          How do you stay active? It’s not always easy to do regular exercise after #braininjury, but this feature by Headway UK has some inspiriting stories and inspiration! https://t.co/W0UJJos5WX

          Twitter 1308330197045968898
          Bendrigg Trust@BendriggTrust·
          22 Sep

          Matthew Shifrin is a blind #rockclimber from Boston who took up the sport almost a year ago. As he became more advanced, he wanted a way to plan and strategise his climbs. So he devised a system of mapping out routes using Lego!

          https://t.co/tHgFSeLKaM

          Twitter 1308329185488916480

        • bendriggtrust

          Specialist Outdoor Centre | Cumbria
          Adventure Activities For People Of All Abilities

          Bendrigg Trust
          We are thrilled to announce that we have been awar We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded £96,102 by the ScottishPower Foundation towards our 2020 Adventure For All project. The project was originally split into 2 sections, with £45,000 of sponsorship enabling disabled people who would otherwise not be able to afford a trip to Bendrigg the opportunity for adventure, and the remaining funds supporting the improvement of our services and resources specifically for people with Hidden Disabilities such as hearing or speech impairments, and/or learning disabilities. With the Covid-19 pandemic hitting earlier this year, we had to close the centre and many of our projects and services have been adversely impacted. This means that our Hidden Disabilities project has had to be postponed however the ScottishPower Foundation kindly agreed that these funds could be redistributed to cover our unavoidable core costs during this incredibly difficult time for charities. We are very grateful for their generosity and flexibility as it means that we have a much stronger chance of being able to survive and welcome back clients, who after prolonged periods of isolation, will undoubtedly need to access our services more than ever before. #accessibleadventure #accessibleactivities #smallcharity #charity #kendal #cumbria #lakedistrict #bendrigg #bendriggtrust #getoutdoors
          The sun is shining on a very exciting day at Bendr The sun is shining on a very exciting day at Bendrigg Trust! We have families on their way to join us for activity sessions for the first time since March 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 #adventureactivities #accessibleadventure #accessibletourism #sunshinestateofmind #kendal #cumbria #lakedistrict #yorkshiredales #familytime #familyiseverything
          We had our first families using our Acorn House se We had our first families using our Acorn House self-catering accommodation at the weekend and we're so glad they enjoyed their stay! Accessible accommodation with access to our 15-acres of beautiful grounds - perfect. There is just one week left available in August (Monday 24th - Friday 28th) so if you would like to book then please get in touch! #accessibleaccommodation #lakedistrict #cumbria #yorkshiredales #kendal
          Thanks to funding from the wonderful Cumbria Count Thanks to funding from the wonderful Cumbria County Council Short Breaks team Bendrigg are able to offer some free day activities over the summer holidays for local families with a disabled child! Key info: ✔️Families must live in the South Cumbria/Furness area ✔️To try and support as many people as possible we may 'pair' you up with another family for the day (up to a maximum of 2 households/12 people) ✔️We will book you in for a slot and one of our Tutors will be in touch to discuss activities in more detail. Activities could include: canoeing, cycling, archery and guided hill-walks. Harnessed activities such as abseiling and zip wire may also be available. ✔️We expect demand for these day activities to be high so please get in touch asap if you would like to book in. #summerholidays #activities #adventureforall #cumbria #kendal #disability #canoeing #archery #cycling #wheelsforall #lakedistrict #familytime
          Acorn House is a stunning place to get away and en Acorn House is a stunning place to get away and enjoy with the family. It's a specialist unit designed specifically for people with disabilities in mind and accessible aids include : - Ceiling mounted H tracking hoists from bedrooms to bathrooms - Automatic doors & lights - Profile beds (with/without bed sides) - Adjustable changing/shower beds, shower chairs and commodes - Spacious dining, kitchen and lounge area - Stunning views over looking our beautiful 15 acre accessible grounds and woodland, which you'll have full access to during your stay During the time that our centre is closed due to Covid-19 and we aren't able to offer our regular services, we have opened up Acorn House on a self-catering basis for groups to come and enjoy. We have date's still available for August and September for groups to come and stay. You must comply with current government guidelines regarding mixing between households. Currently this states that “you can stay overnight away from your home with your own household or support bubble, or with members of one other household”. (see up to date guidance on gov.uk) Please see our website for availability, prices, further information and details on how to book : www.bendrigg.org.uk/facilities/for-hire/acornhouse/
          This could be your view - we're recruiting! We hav This could be your view - we're recruiting! We have a part-time, temporary Trusts and Foundations Officer role available starting October. More info on our website. #charityjobs #fundraisingjobs #kendal #cumbria #opentowork #teambendrigg #recruitment #opentonewopportunities #jointheteam
          Thank you to @recyc.it for providing 19 #preloved Thank you to @recyc.it for providing 19 #preloved monitors for Bendrigg to replace some of our old ones and provide extras to staff working from home #reuse #reusereducerecycle #cumbria
          'I visited Bendrigg Lodge grounds access with my b 'I visited Bendrigg Lodge grounds access with my brother Tyson, my mum Lesley and my dog Skye. It was not a bright sunny day but we just had a few spots of rain whilst there. I enjoyed the forest area a lot and the path through the archway. We took some snacks and sat in the campfire area. It was so nice and quiet, we sat there in silence listening to nature,we could hear the sheep. I say it was all amazing. I have attached my favourite photo taken on the day'. Thank you for letting us know what a great time you had Aiden we are so glad you had such a lovely time with your family. We've now released more time slots for accessing our grounds from the week commencing 20th July. For more information and to book your place visit our website via the link in our bio
          Follow on Instagram
  • Already Booked?
    • Centre Information
      • Covid-19 FAQs
      • Directions
      • Lodge Room Plan
      • Acorn House Room Plan
    • Equipment
      • What You Need To Bring
      • Accessible Aids
    • Quick Links
      • Certificate of Liability
      • Group Leader Checklist
      • Risk Management Summary
      • Insurance
      • Safety & Accreditation
      • Medical & Consent Form
    • Communication Support
    • FAQ’S
      • FAQ’s
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