Wye Valley - Unwind in peaceful bliss
Serenity in the Welsh Marches
Wake up to the peaceful charm of the Herefordshire countryside, where rolling fields, historic castles, and winding rivers create the perfect setting for a truly relaxing break.
Our Wye Valley holiday blends tranquility with adventure, offering expert support, a welcoming group, and a gentle itinerary designed for comfort and enjoyment. From exploring medieval castles to meeting friendly llamas, every day brings new experiences at your own pace. Stay in a beautifully restored barn with cozy shared spaces, underfloor heating, and even a private pool—so you can unwind in style while we take care of everything else.
Available Dates
- 28th April – 2nd May 2025 - Fully Booked
- 21st–25th July 2025 - Fully Booked
- 27th–31st October 2025
Family holiday for families with SCHOOL AGE OR BELOW children where a PARENT is living with dementia. Please contact us for further details.
We believe everyone deserves the chance to enjoy a holiday.
Speak to an Adventures Coordinator about your needs and grant eligibility today – we’re here to help make adventures happen.
Highlights
Stay in country luxury at Tre-Vern
Tre-Vern exudes country luxury. A brand-new conversion on the same Upperfields Farm site as in previous years and surrounded by gorgeous pastoral scenes, this 350-year-old barn is as beautiful inside as it is out, with chic shared areas that are warm and light.
You can enjoy comforts such as the spacious living space with inglenook fireplace, underfloor heating, and even a swimming pool.
Explore the historic Welsh Marches
The Wye Valley area offers a wealth of things to do whatever the weather. Glide down the River Wye on a boat trip or take a ride on a steam train.
Animal lovers can call in at the llama farm to get up close and personal with these gentle, curious creatures, and for the history buffs among you there are several castles to visit.
Head to Symonds Yat for a proper pub lunch, and then take some time to relax by the private pool back at your accommodation.
Our friendly team with you every step of the way
From the moment you enquire to the last day of your holiday, our experienced and compassionate team is here to support you. We take the time to understand your needs, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully planned so you can relax and enjoy your time away.
Whether it’s providing gentle guidance on excursions, offering a reassuring presence, or simply sharing a laugh over dinner, we’re always there to make your journey seamless, stress-free, and filled with joyful moments.
Delicious, worry-free dining
Every meal on your holiday is carefully planned to be both enjoyable and stress-free. We only visit handpicked restaurants and cafés that provide a welcoming, dementia-friendly environment, ensuring you can relax and savour the experience.
You’ll enjoy picnics and pub lunches on our days out, and delicious meals prepared by our team when back at your accommodation. We’re mindful of different dietary requirements and aim to fully accommodate them, whether due to allergies or religious beliefs.
With the information we gather during booking, we craft a tasty menu to suit the whole group, sharing mealtimes in a warm, communal setting.
What's 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
- Soft drinks, tea and coffee are available at the accommodation
- 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
Location
This is a holiday that gives you the best of both worlds. Established in south Herefordshire, serene Llangarron is a small rural village that’s home to various Grade II listed buildings. Make the most of the peace and quiet before heading over to the characterful market town of Ross-on-Wye only a few miles away, sitting next to the River Wye and on the northern edge of the Forest of Dean. This area has exceptional history, with castles overlooking the River Wye as it wends its way through beautiful, tranquil countryside.
Accommodation
This 350-year-old barn is as beautiful inside as it is out, with chic shared areas that are warm and light. You can enjoy comforts such as the spacious living space with inglenook fireplace, underfloor heating, and even a swimming pool.
Each bedroom is ‘zip and link’, meaning the beds can be made up as either two Twins or one King at your request. There is one ground-floor bedroom with an ensuite wet room, while the three first-floor bedrooms with their ensuite shower rooms need to be accessed via a staircase.
Facilities
- Ensuite bedrooms
- Washing machine/dryer
- Garden
- Parking
- Swimming pool
Activities
This area offers a wealth of things to do whatever the weather. Glide down the River Wye on a boat trip or take a ride on a steam train. Animal lovers can call in at the llama farm to get up close and personal with these gentle, curious creatures, and for the history buffs among you there are several castles to visit. Head to Symonds Yat for a proper pub lunch, and then take some time to relax by the private pool back at your accommodation.
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 | Visit Eastnor Castle with its beautiful deer park, arboretum, and lake. Stop off for a picnic lunch | Dean Forest Railway Steam Train Ride | Head to Symonds Yat Rock for tea and cake in the café, as well as a walk up to the viewpoint | Explore medieval Goodrich Castle | |
| Afternoon | Arrival. Meet and greet at Pengethley Garden Centre for tea and cake. Head to accommodation and unpack | Lunchtime cream tea aboard the train before driving to Severn Wye Farm to meet and greet llamas and other animals in the peaceful Forest of Dean | Lunch at an old, traditional inn with views over the River Wye. Then a boat ride along the river through an area of natural beauty | A final coffee and cake at the café at Goodrich Castle, and we’ll send you off with a picnic lunch for your journey home | |
| Evening | Enjoy a home-cooked evening meal at the accommodation | Enjoy a home-cooked evening meal at the accommodation | Enjoy a home-cooked evening meal at the accommodation | Buffet dinner at the accommodation, prepared by your support team |
Who is this holiday for?
- People who enjoy fresh air and countryside
- People with restricted mobility (in the ground floor room) who can manage the steps into our minibus with support, or with good mobility who can manage the stairs up to the first-floor rooms
- 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
Need more support or options? Why not consider a tailored holiday instead?
| Dementia Adventure Holiday | Package Holidays | Hotel Stays | Cruises | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Who's it for | People with dementia and a carer or companion, who are happy to holiday as part of a small group of people who live with similar circumstances. | General travelers, with accessible options | General travelers, with some accessible rooms | General travelers, with some dementia-friendly options |
| Dementia Support | Specialised dementia-trained support staff available 24/7 | Limited dementia awareness, accessible support only | Basic accessibility features, dementia awareness unlikely | Some dementia support may be available, but not always specific |
| Personal Care | May be available at extra cost, although assistance with feeding, or spending time with the person with dementia so their companion can have a break is included. | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Types of Activities | Nature-focused, sensory, and gentle outdoor activities | Tourist activities (general) | May include entertainment, but not tailored | Onboard entertainment, excursions, but not dementia-specific |
| Accommodation | Hand-picked to be safe, accessible and dementia-friendly | Standard, with some accessible options | Accessible rooms available, but not dementia-friendly | Accessible cabins available, not dementia-specific |
| Duration | Monday to Friday | Fixed duration (typically 7–14 days) | Flexible, depending on the stay | Fixed duration (3–14 days), limited flexibility |
| Location | Natural, peaceful settings (e.g., countryside, coastal) | Varies (city, resort, beach destinations) | Varies widely, city or scenic locations | Specific cruise routes, ports of call |
| Cost | Provided at cost price, with additional discounts available through our charitable support fund | Budget to luxury (depending on the package) | Varies widely based on location and services | Ranges from affordable to luxury |
| Health & Safety | All accomodation and activities assessed and handpicked for dementia-related needs | General health and safety standards | General health and safety standards | High standards, but not specifically for dementia |
| Group Size | Small, intimate groups of people who live with similar circumstances | Large groups (usually) | Alone | Large groups |
| Inclusivity | Fully inclusive for people with dementia | Some accessible features, not dementia-focused | Accessible features, not dementia-specific | Accessible features, not dementia-specific |
| Dining | Varied locations, often in quiet, relaxed settings (e.g., outdoor or private rooms), with tailored dietary needs (e.g., soft foods, specific textures). Meals served in calm, stress-free environments to minimise overstimulation. | Standard dining locations, usually in large dining rooms or buffet-style settings with limited flexibility for dietary needs. | Standard dining locations, usually in large dining rooms or buffet-style settings with limited flexibility for dietary needs. | Multiple dining venues with some dietary-sensitive options, but not dementia-specific. |
Available Dates
- 28th April – 2nd May 2025 - Fully Booked
- 21st–25th July 2025 - Fully Booked
- 27th–31st October 2025
Family holiday for families with SCHOOL AGE OR BELOW children where a PARENT is living with dementia. Please contact us for further details.
We believe everyone deserves the chance to enjoy a holiday.
Speak to an Adventures Coordinator about your needs and grant eligibility today – we’re here to help make adventures happen.
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.
