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We run breaks for our Members all year round at our centres in the stunning coastal towns of Llandudno and Rustington.

All the activities have come from your suggestions and include something for everyone. So, kick back and relax at our home from home and let us help make your holiday by the sea one to remember.

We’d love to hear how you get on. Please do let us know during your stay. 

Important announcement regarding Centres Supplement

In the latest Centres Supplement we posted out alongside the July Review Magazine, there was a slight error in the centre break dates for Llandudno. You can find the most up to date information on our centre breaks on this page, or if you prefer to read the Centres Supplement via PDF, Word document or Audio, please find these below.

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Kathy and Joe stood in front of the Victory over Blindness sculpture at the Llandudno Centre. They are ready to cut the five tier cake covered with stars and a cake topper that reads "Well done Llandudno"
Blind veterans sitting at a long table, taking part in arts and crafts activities
Blind veterans, smiling enjoying a group walk at the Llandudno centre. Some have canes. They are by a river with trees in the background

Where you'll stay

Llandudno, North Wales

Holidays at our magnificent Llandudno Centre of Wellbeing are designed for those with all levels of sight loss and you'll be in very safe hands with our staff during your stay. The scenery is spectacular and there's so much to do - not only at the centre, but also in the vibrant seaside town and beyond. 

Our Llandudno Centre of Wellbeing building on a sunny day, with tall trees in the background and well kept grass at the entrance
Rustington, West Sussex

Last year, we opened our doors to our brand new Rustington Centre of Wellbeing. Designed from top to bottom for our Members, this purpose-built building is truly impressive. Just a stone’s throw from the beach the location is awe-inspiring, while the delightful high street is just a short stroll away. 

An aerial view of our new wellbeing centre in Rustington, Sussex

Your choice of breaks

Holiday weeks

Unwind and relax on a holiday to remember. Get outdoors, explore, eat great food, and enjoy fantastic trips and entertainment. Selected dates throughout the year will be themed around particular pastimes, hobbies, special interests and occasions.

You're welcome to book a holiday any week you like and whether you join in with the activities is entirely up to you. 

A person lying down on a sun lounger
Activity weeks

If you ever needed proof that sight loss needn't limit your horizons, come on a fun-filled adventure! Our activity weeks are for Members only and some require a level of physical ability so our bookings team will assess your suitability when you register your interest.

Activity weeks will be released soon... 

Upcoming breaks

Themed activity and wellbeing breaks at our Centres of Wellbeing.

More centre breaks

Things to consider before you register

How do I know which break I'll like?

Regardless of whether you book online or over the phone, our friendly member of our bookings team can discuss the best options for you based on your needs and interests. 

How much will my stay cost?

Our costs vary depending on two things: whether you need care and whether you lost your sight as a result of your service.

The table below reflects our pricing from April 2024. 

Please note, Blind Veterans UK has a comprehensive grants policy so if you feel that cost is a barrier, please do speak to your community team.

All trips and activities are included in your holiday costs. If there's an opportunity to enjoy a visit to the theatre, we will contact you in advance to gauge your interest and request that the cost of the ticket is covered on arrival.

Independent stays:

 

Seven-nights

Daily cost

War-blinded beneficiary

£368.68

£52.67

Non war-blinded beneficiary

£475.40

£67.91

Child aged 3-16

£184.34

£26.33

 

Care stays:

 

Seven-night nursing stay

Daily cost for nursing stay

Seven-night residential stay

Daily cost for residential stay

War-blinded beneficiary

£543.31

£77.62

£446.29

£63.77

Non war-blinded beneficiary

£892.58

£127.51

£659.73

£94.25

 

What type of stay do I need?

We offer two types of stays at our centres – ‘independent’ and ‘care’ and this makes a difference to how much you pay.

So, what’s the difference?

Independent stay

Our ‘independent stays’ are for beneficiaries and spouses who do not require assistance or care during their stay, or are bringing someone who will provide all the necessary assistance.

Put simply, if you don’t receive professional care at home and you are able to manage all your personal requirements yourself, including medication, then there’s no need to book care at our Centres.

You will be treated like a hotel guest and can book your stay directly with our bookings team.

Care stay

Our Centres are registered care homes, regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England, and the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW). This means that we can provide care and support if you need it.

So, if you currently receive care at home, you should book either a ‘residential stay’ or a ‘nursing stay’, depending on your needs. The level of care you require will be agreed with us beforehand. 

If you have any questions about this, we are happy to help. Please call our Rustington bookings team on 01273 391 500 and our Llandudno bookings team on 01492 868 700.

Register your interest 

The quickest way is to register your interest is by completing our simple online form. A member of our bookings team will contact you to discuss available options and any questions you might have. 

Register for a centre break

If you need to speak to the team

The best way to register your interest in a centre break is via our online form. However, we're happy to answer any questions you have over the phone. If you reach the answer machine, please leave a message and we'll return your call as soon as we can.

Llandudno bookings team

Call 01492 868 700

Rustington bookings team

Call 01273 391 500

Our Centres Supplement 2024/25

If you would like more information about any of our breaks, please see our Centres Supplement 2024 in the format that best suits you.

PDF version with audio

This version includes links to listen to the audio on a chapter basis.

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Plain text version

Supplied in a text only word format.

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Audio version

Listen to the full Centre Supplement via Audioboom or Alexa.

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We’d love to hear how you got on - do let us know!

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