Fancy trying something new? Blesma is offering it's Members the chance to try lots of activties - just take your pick!
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EASTER ACCESSIBLE GLAMPING WEEKEND
- When:
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29 Mar 2024
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1 Apr 2024 - Where:
- Somerset
- What:
- Based at Wall Eden Farm, this accessible glamping site can be enjoyed by the whole family.
- Who:
- Any Member with a family of between two and six people (e.g. the Blesma Member and up to five others). Please note that whilst there is no minimum age to apply some activities are restricted to an age limit.
- Apply By:
- 15 Jan 2024
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Widows' and Seniors' Weeks
- When:
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29 Apr 2024
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17 May 2024 - Where:
- Studley Castle, Warwickshire
- What:
- Based at one of the prestigious Warner hotels, the week focuses on relaxing and socialising, with the added bonus of gentle activities and sightseeing in and around Warwickshire.
- Who:
- Seniors' Weeks are open to Members and Widow(er)s over the age of 60. Widows' Weeks are for Widows only.
- Apply By:
- 15 Jan 2024
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Storytelling, Season 3
- When:
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8 May 2024
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12 Jun 2024 - Where:
- Online and in person workshops across London, South East and East
- What:
- Immerse yourself in the glorious world of storytelling by taking part in these wonderful workshops.
- Who:
- Apply By:
- 19 Apr 2024
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Gwennili Sailing Trust
- When:
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13 May 2024 12PM
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17 May 2024 12PM - Where:
- Solent
- What:
- A chance to sail the Solent, one of the most desirable sailing locations in the world.
- Who:
- Any Member, please note the yacht is not modified, and there will be steps and ladders onboard.
- Apply By:
- 15 Feb 2024
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Dave Lewan Memorial Match
- When:
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7 Jun 2024
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9 Jun 2024 - Where:
- Newcastle under Lyme
- What:
- Fishing Competition in Memory of Blesma Member Dave Lewan
- Who:
- Any Member, regardless of experience.
- Apply By:
- 1 Mar 2024
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Adaptive Shooting 2024
- When:
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19 Jun 2024
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20 Jun 2024 - Where:
- Bisley, Surrey
- What:
- Fun competition open to any disabled ex-Service personnel.
- Who:
- Any member
- Apply By:
- 15 Feb 2024
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Members' Weekend and AGM
- When:
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29 Jun 2024
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1 Jul 2024 - Where:
- Forest Pines Hotel, Lincolnshire
- What:
- Meet up with old friends and make some new ones; find out what Blesma Members are up to and have your say on what Blesma should be focusing on to support Members.
- Who:
- Members’ Weekend is open to all Members and their partners or carers
- Apply By:
- 1 Mar 2024
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Photography Course
- When:
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1 Jul 2024
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31 Jul 2024 - Where:
- East Anglia
- What:
- Throughout the Photography Course Members will get the opportunity to put their photography skills to the test.
- Who:
- Any Member who owns their own photography equipment.
- Apply By:
- 1 Mar 2024
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Soldier Ride New York City
- When:
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15 Jul 2024
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21 Jul 2024 - Where:
- New York
- What:
- Cycle with the Wounded Warriors around New York for 3 days, ending with a huge celebration!
- Who:
- Anyone who can use some form of adaptive bike. These will be supplied by the Wounded Warrior Project. Please note: temperatures will be hot and you will be expected to cycle more than 70 miles in three days.
- Apply By:
- 15 Mar 2024
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Couples' Weekend
- When:
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19 Jul 2024
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22 Jul 2024 - Where:
- Liverpool
- What:
- Enjoy a new location for this year’s Couples Weekend.
- Who:
- Any Member along with their spouse/ partner. Please note that Members are not expected to share rooms with other Members
- Apply By:
- 15 Mar 2024
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Colin Wilson Memorial Golf Day
- When:
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29 Jul 2024
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1 Jul 2024 - Where:
- Forest Pines Hotel, Lincolnshire
- What:
- Members will enjoy three rounds of golf spread across three days at Macdonald Hill Valley
- Who:
- Any Member with a set of golf clubs.
- Apply By:
- 1 Feb 2024
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Couples' Weekend London
- When:
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9 Aug 2024
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12 Aug 2024 - Where:
- London
- What:
- A weekend break for Members and their spouse/partner
- Who:
- Any Member
- Apply By:
- 15 Apr 2024
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Glamping North Weekend
- When:
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17 Aug 2024
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21 Aug 2024 - Where:
- Berwick-upon-Tweed
- What:
- The aim of the event is to engage with other Members and their families and allow you to share in some of the friendships our Members enjoy whilst being in the great outdoors.
- Who:
- Any member with a family of between two and five members (eg. Member + up to 4 others)
- Apply By:
- 15 Mar 2024
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Horseriding
- When:
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1 Sept 2024
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4 Sept 2024 - Where:
- New Forest
- What:
- Ride western through the horse country of the UK. Spend three full days discovering all things cowboy and horsemanship.
- Who:
- Applicants must have a level of fitness that allows them to ride horses everyday and have been to an intro to horsing event or have history of being with horses.
- Apply By:
- 15 May 2024
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Greek regatta
- When:
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14 Sept 2024
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22 Sept 2024 - Where:
- Greece
- What:
- A chance to set sail and discover the variety of the Med - one of the world's best sailing destinations.
- Who:
- Anyone can apply but you must be physically fit and a confident swimmer in open water. The boat is not wheelchair accessible and Members must be able to move around with minimal assistance on a 40ft non-adapted boat. Members must state if they are unable to swim in their application
- Apply By:
- 15 May 2024
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Couples Accessible Glamping
- When:
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20 Sept 2024
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23 Sept 2024 - Where:
- Somerset
- What:
- A weekend break for Members and their spouse/partner to spend some quality time together as a couple.
- Who:
- Any Member and their spouse/partner. Members are not expected to share rooms with other Members.
- Apply By:
- 1 May 2024
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Scuba Diving Try Dives
- When:
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21 Sept 2024
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- Where:
- Lord Wandsworth College, Hampshire
- What:
- Have you ever wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater and explore the world beneath the waves? If so, this introductory diving session may be just the thing for you. It will provide you with opportunity to learn to dive with experienced instructors in the safety of dive pools whilst working towards your PADI qualifications.
- Who:
- Available to all but subject to medical clearance.
- Apply By:
- 1 Jan 2024
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Golf UK
- When:
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27 Sept 2024
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29 Sept 2024 - Where:
- Carden Park Golf Resort in Cheshire
- What:
- Members will be able to enjoy three rounds of golf that will be spread across three days at Carden Park Golf Resort in Cheshire.
- Who:
- Any Member with a set of golf clubs. Please state your golf handicap when you apply if you have one
- Apply By:
- 15 Jul 2024
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Scuba Diving Expedition
- When:
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1 Oct 2024
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31 Oct 2024 - Where:
- TBC
- What:
- A great chance to enjoy some of the world’s best scuba diving in warm water.
- Who:
- Anyone who can move up and down stairs on a 60ft dive boat with minimal assistance.
- Apply By:
- 1 Jul 2024
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Cookery Retreat
- When:
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1 Oct 2024
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31 Oct 2024 - Where:
- TBC location
- What:
- This is a new addition to the Blesma calendar, and one which will give Members (along with their partners) the chance to try something different
- Who:
- Any Member and their spouse/partner.
- Apply By:
- 1 Jun 2024
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Ride To The Wall
- When:
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4 Oct 2024
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5 Oct 2024 - Where:
- National Memorial Arboretum
- What:
- Join the Blesma crew for this poignant and meaningful ride in memory of the fallen. Finishing at the National Memorial Arboretum.
- Who:
- Any Member with their own motorcycle
- Apply By:
- 1 Jul 2024
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Remembrance Weekend
- When:
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9 Nov 2024
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10 Nov 2024 - Where:
- The Cenotaph, London
- What:
- The annual Blesma Remembrance Parade at the Cenotaph over Remembrance Weekend.
- Who:
- Any Member.
- Apply By:
- 15 Jun 2024
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Fitness and Lifestyle Course
- When:
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15 Nov 2024
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23 Nov 2024 - Where:
- Fuerteventura
- What:
- The aim of the course is to give Members a chance to look at their fitness levels and current lifestyle choices.
- Who:
- You must have six months’ validity on your passport at the time of travel.
- Apply By:
- 15 Jul 2024
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Colorado Ski Spectacular
- When:
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1 Dec 2024
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31 Dec 2024 - Where:
- Colorado, USA
- What:
- The world's biggest ski spectaculars for adaptive Winter sports.
- Who:
- Most injury types can be catered for on the slopes, however hotel rooms are not adapted and are only outfitted with baths
- Apply By:
- 1 Aug 2023
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Families Christmas Extravaganza
- When:
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1 Dec 2024
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31 Dec 2024 - Where:
- Secret Location
- What:
- Join us for a mesmerising top-secret
- Who:
- Apply By:
- 1 Aug 2024
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Ski La Plagne
- When:
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1 Jan 2025
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31 Jan 2025 - Where:
- La Plagne
- What:
- A week-long trip of snow sports in France!
- Who:
- You must have at least 3 month'd validity on your passport at the time of travel.
- Apply By:
- 15 Aug 2024