Description:

As one of the first organisations to consider access to the countryside and challenging activities specifically for disabled people, and now with over 20 years experience, the Calvert Trust has specially designed its latest centre on the edge of Exmoor in Devon to provide fun packed holidays for disabled people, their families and friends. Our two other established centres are in Keider and Keswick. It may be the first time you have tried climbing, sailing, canoeing, swimming, archery or horse riding but with the help and encouragement of our experienced and friendly instructors, you will have an exciting holiday to remember in one of the most beautiful parts of Britain.

The organised and supervised activities at the Calvert Trust are included in the price of your holiday. Whether you are a newcomer to outdoor activities or have some experience, you may find you achieve things you never thought possible!

We will offer a programme of activities so that our visitors will have the chance to try as wide a range of experiences as are possible during their stay. The activities are all optional so if you prefer, you can just to relax in the jacuzzi or swimming pool, walk by the reservoir, sit in the courtyard or visit the surrounding attractions.

We also include a free day so that you can explore the area without missing any anything.

Some of the organised activities included in the price of your holiday with us -

Archery -
You can enjoy archery in the Centre's sports hall. Our experienced instructors can help you master both bow or crossbow and score that elusive bullseye! We have bows suitable for both right and left handed people of all abilities.

Abseiling -
A top favourite at the Calvert Trust with visitors of all ages and abilities. You can abseil down the thirty foot specially designed wall - on foot or in your wheelchair!

Canoeing -
Enjoy the freedom of the water or have fun in a Canadian canoe or kayak. For those more serious about canoeing, we can arrange for you to work towards a British Canoe Union qualification.

Carriage Driving -
If you want a horse experience but need to stay in your wheelchair, take the reigns in our specially adapted carriage both in the riding school or round the grounds it's easy and it's fun !

Climbing -
Another hugely popular activity at the Calvert Trust. With different slopes available for different abilities on our specially designed climbing wall, everyone can rise to the challenge and end up high! We also have an indoor traverse climbing wall for really inclement days.

Orienteering -
Have fun finding your way through pine trees and forest paths around the reservoir.

Sailing -
Feel the wind in your face in one of our sailing boats on Wistlandpound reservoir. The Centre has a Drascombe Longboat, Lugger and Scaffi.

Riding -
A complete horse experience awaits you in our riding school! You can join in the whole process from grooming and tacking up to stabling after your ride.. The centre has an indoor arena built to competition standard and horses with suitable temperaments for both beginners and the more experienced.

Carriage Driving -
For the person who would prefer not to sit on a horse we offer the fun of carriage driving in wheelchair accessible carriages.

Walking -
Take in the beautiful scenery which Exmoor has to offer on one of our guided moorland or coastal experiences with a wonderful variety of scenery and wildlife to enjoy.

Bird watching -
There are an enormous variety of birds from buzzards to blue tits in the immediate area - an ornithologist's feast!

Environmental studies -
The reservoir and surrounding countryside provide ideal opportunities for taking a close look at your environment

Swimming, steam room and jacuzzi -
Make a splash whenever you feel like it.

Walking -
The Calvert Trust has lovely walks on the doorstep - don't forget your binoculars!

SAFETY - The Calvert Trust places great emphasis on the safety of it's guests at all times. Safety equipment is provided and safety procedures are strict for all activities.

Our equipment is rigorously checked and regularly maintained by the Centre's staff. Clothing is provided for all activities. Activities are offered to all, as long as we can ensure safety for all.

The centre is inspected annually by the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority , The British Canoe Union and the Royal Yachting Association. All our instructors are experienced and qualified in their relevant fields.