Nutley Edge Activity Breaks

About

This is an independent service, which is not run by the NHS or WSCC.

This service is not checked by WSCC and including it on the Local Offer website does not mean that it is a recommended service.

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In 2012, Outward invested in Nutley Edge Cottages to offer people with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum conditions supported holidays. We run fully supported respite holidays in beautiful East Sussex, tailored for anyone aged 18 and above with a learning disability and/or autism, living anywhere in the UK. Whether guests looking for new experiences, friendships, or simply a change of scenery in a nurturing environment, our activity breaks are designed with care and inclusivity in mind! Nutley Edge Activity Breaks are run by Outward staff, who are experienced in empowering adults with learning disabilities and autism. Before you join us, we complete a personalised assessment to ensure we know important things about you, how you wish to receive your support and then you can relax and enjoy your holiday.

What we do

• Originally a working farm, Nutley Edge is now a tranquil rural holiday complex nestled against the historic Ashdown Forest, East Sussex. In 2012, Outward invested in Nutley Edge Cottages to offer people with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum conditions supported holidays. When you join us on one of our supported holidays for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism, you’ll have five days to explore our 11-acre grounds, get to know your fellow guests, or take part in varied activities led by local experts. We also visit some of South East England’s best attractions.
• We run fully supported respite holidays in beautiful East Sussex, tailored for anyone aged 18 and above with a learning disability and/or autism, living anywhere in the UK.
• Every supported holiday has a different theme, so you can choose a break with activities you love or discover something new. All of them are full of homemade delicious food, music and disco nights and a chance to make new friends. Our themes include… Reboot and Recharge Winter warmer Food Lovers Spring Harry Potter Art and Crafts Sight Seeing History and Mystery Sport and Outdoor Pursuits Fun and Games Pride Mad about Animals Summer holidays Pampering Bonfire and Halloween Christmas Activity Breaks You will receive full details of your holiday activities before your break.
• Trusting somebody new to support your loved ones on holiday can be stressful. We understand that it’s important that you feel confident in our expertise. Nutley Edge Activity Breaks are run by Outward staff, who are experienced in empowering adults with learning disabilities and autism. All of our supported holidays team are fully trained in administering medication, providing personal care and all other support and care training in accordance with CQC regulations. On average, we provide one staff member for every four guests, however we can work with you to provide more staff if needed.
• As a charity, our aim is to keep our supported holidays financially accessible, so we do what we can to keep prices low and quality high. Starting at only £1,345, our pricing includes one to four staffing ratio, sleep-in cover, food, activity costs, accommodation with your own bedroom and more. Before you join us, we complete a personalised assessment to ensure we know important things about you, how you wish to receive your support and then you can relax and enjoy your holiday. It will give you a chance to meet us and give your families peace of mind that you will be well supported. Additional support can be arranged if required at an extra cost. Everything is taken care of from when you arrive at our pick-up point in East London or near Nutley Edge to when you return home. Just bring your spending money. Adventure and relaxation await!

Age range

18-upwards

Wheelchair accessible

Yes

Free to use

No

Requires referral

Yes

Requires application

Yes

Our users say

“I think the staff were amazing, they look after everyone equally, very supportive” – Chris
“I had a lovely time, I feel warm here and the staff are lovely” – Isaac
“I had a good time and met new people, I want to come back here as it’s nice, quiet and comfortable” – Jacqueline
“I really enjoyed it here, I do every time I come here” – Margaret
“I enjoyed making bread, kneading it was fun!” – Mandy
“Good to be away from home, Nutley Edge makes me feel very confident” – Trevor
“My service user is fun loving and friendly but needs to be supported in a very person-centred way because of his dislike of change and his need for structure and routine. Florence and the team made him and his family feel so comfortable and even on his first trip he seemed so happy. The Nutley Edge breaks are a great resource which enable people with learning disabilities to have breaks away from home which they truly enjoy. They also work with families well, offering re-assurance, transparent risk assessment and putting the person at the centre of the experience. They are a great alternative to conventional respite services.” – Social worker
Check out our website for more reviews and testimonials: https://www.outward.org.uk/supported-holidays/reviews/