Somerset
Near Chard
A brand-new destination, freshly introduced for 2024!
Five days, Monday to Friday
Prices per person, based on two people sharing a room:
June: £1,400
September–October: £1,350
Our holidays are available to people from all communities and financial backgrounds. We don’t want finance to be a barrier to you getting a break. If these prices are out of reach we might be able to offer you further financial help, support you with finding additional funding, or both. Find out more here, or contact us if you’re still unsure. We will support you to get the holiday you need.
Click on a date to reserve a room
- 3rd–7th June 2024 — Fully Booked
- 23rd–27th September 2024 - Fully Booked
- 30th September – 4th October 2024 - Fully Booked
If the holiday you want is already fully booked, please click here to be added to our waiting list.
Location
Chard is a historic market town whose charm lies not only in its stunning backdrop of green fields and hills, but also in its quaint English country look and feel; its centre is a High Street Heritage Action Zone. A mere train ride away from the famous Jurassic coast and close to England’s newly-designated biggest super nature reserve, the Somerset Wetlands, this is an exquisitely rich site of natural British beauty.
Accommodation
Holemoor Stables is set on a private estate deep in the glorious Somerset countryside. A Mediterranean-style courtyard nestled in the midst of the accommodation inspires a communal feeling, with a warm and cheerful feel to the interiors. Light and airy shared spaces, a garden patio looking out onto a smooth lawn, an indoor heated pool, and a games room all feature in giving it a luxury feel.
Each room in this fully ground-floor holiday house is ‘zip and link’, meaning the beds can be made up as either two Twins or one King at your request. Two of the bedrooms contain ensuite wetrooms, while the other two contain ensuite shower rooms where the shower may need to be accessed by a small step. There is also a third ground floor bedroom with an ensuite wetroom available in an annex if this is needed. You are welcome to contact us to discuss room options, to help you decide what is best.
Facilities
- Bedrooms with ensuite showers or a wet room
- Level access
- Wifi
- Washing machine/Tumble dryer
- Garden
- Parking
Activities
From breathtaking landscapes to heartwarming animal interactions, this holiday will immerse you in nature. Taste the sea air as you walk or boat along the rugged Jurassic coast. Try your hand at falconry or take a stroll alongside fuzzy alpacas. And don’t forget to explore the county’s rich history, with ancient sites woven into the fibre of the countryside; the Somerset area has been inhabited since prehistoric times and there are plenty of historical locations waiting to have their secrets discovered.
Example Itinerary
Every holiday with Dementia Adventure is unique! Your itinerary may vary depending on the date, and will be released to you in good time before your departure — usually about two to three weeks prior.
If you would like to get an idea of the kinds of activities that may be in store for you, see the example itinerary below. However, please note that this example is just a mock-up based on past years’ schedules, and does not constitute your final itinerary.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Enjoy the coast and sea air at Lyme Regis | Feed and walk with alpacas before indulging in tea and cake | Leisurely exploration of Forde Abbey and Gardens, with lunch in their coffee shop | Visit Coates English Willow Centre for basket-making and a final nature walk | |
| Afternoon | Arrival. Meet at a local cider farm for lunch and a tour | Fish and chip lunch in anticipation of a sightseeing boat tour along the Jurassic coast | Picnic lunch, then take the Wetland Explorer tram from Seaton to the Somerset Wetlands for some nature-based activities | A light brunch in the visitors’ centre | |
| Evening | Enjoy a home-cooked evening meal at the accommodation | Home-cooked evening meal at the accommodation, then a visit from a falconer with their birds of prey | Enjoy a home-cooked evening meal at the accommodation | Dinner out at a traditional local pub |
Who is this holiday for?
- People who enjoy fresh air and want to see the sea (and maybe paddle!)
- People with restricted mobility, who can manage the steps into our minibus with support
- People who want to share a holiday with three other pairs who are looking for the same chance to unwind and have a great time among gorgeous, natural surroundings
- Lovers of wildlife and botany
Need more support or options? Why not consider a tailored holiday instead?
What is included?
The price you pay includes:
- Four nights’ full board accommodation
- All meals, including lunch and dinner on the first day and breakfast and lunch on the last day. Some of these will be in cafés and pubs as part of the planned itinerary, and some at ‘home’ in the accommodation
- Complimentary soft drinks, tea, and coffee
- All activities and venue entrance charges
- Transport throughout the holiday
- Around-the-clock support from the Dementia Adventure team, on location and throughout the holiday
- Pre- and post-booking support
- Organisation, remote support, and personal communication in the run-up
- One free photobook per booking
Select a date to make a reservation request today!
Before you make a reservation, please read our Frequently Asked Questions and Terms & Conditions.
Please note that because of the limited number of places, we ask that you only book one holiday per year.
Deposits are £200 per room. We require full payment two months before the holiday. If you need to spread the cost of your holiday, talk to us about a payment plan.
If you have a question, please contact us or call us on 01245 237548.
