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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Ski La Plagne
- When:
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25 Mar 2023
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2 Apr 2023 - Where:
- La Plagne
- What:
- A week-long trip of snow sports in France!
- Who:
- You must have six months’ validity on your passport at the time of travel, and you must be triple vaccinated.
- Apply By:
- 1 Jan 2023
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Accessible Family Glamping
- When:
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7 Apr 2023
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10 Apr 2023 - 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 (i.e. the Member and up to five others). Please note: whilst there is no minimum age to apply some
- Apply By:
- 15 Jan 2023
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Widows' Week - Spring
- When:
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10 Apr 2023
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14 Apr 2023 - Where:
- Sinah Warren, Hampshire
- What:
- The week focuses on socialising with gentle activities and sightseeing.
- Who:
- Widows' Week is for Widows only
- Apply By:
- 15 Jan 2023
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Golf North
- When:
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14 Apr 2023
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16 Apr 2023 - Where:
- Forest Pines, Lincolnshire
- What:
- Golf tuition for all.
- Who:
- Any Member with a set of golf clubs. Please state your golf handicap when you apply if you have one
- Apply By:
- 15 Jan 2023
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Seniors' Week - Spring
- When:
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1 May 2023
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5 May 2023 - Where:
- Hampshire
- What:
- The week focuses on relaxing and socialising with gentle activities and sightseeing in and around Hampshire.
- Who:
- Seniors' Weeks are open to Members, spouses and widow(er)s over the age of 60
- Apply By:
- 15 Jan 2023
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Introduction to Horsemanship
- When:
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9 May 2023
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12 May 2023 - Where:
- Cornwall
- What:
- A chance for Members to learn some basic Horsemanship and stable management
- Who:
- This activity is unfortunately not suitable for Wheelchair Users
- Apply By:
- 15 Mar 2023
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Lino Printing Workshop
- When:
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9 May 2023
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11 May 2023 - Where:
- Taunton, Somerset
- What:
- A weekend of Lino Printing, a basic course for beginners or improvers with all materials provided
- Who:
- Both beginners and established creatives welcome
- Apply By:
- 15 Feb 2023
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Isle of Man Photography
- When:
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15 May 2023
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22 May 2023 - Where:
- Isle of Man
- What:
- A photography event for all. Explore this stunning island and everything it has to offer, taking pictures of rural places and amazing coastlines.
- Who:
- Suitable for all. No photography experience or camera needed as Members can use their smartphones instead.
- Apply By:
- 15 Feb 2023
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Battlefield Ride
- When:
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20 May 2023
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27 May 2023 - Where:
- Ypres, Belgium
- What:
- Our annual commemorative bike ride.
- Who:
- Any Member who has their own bike and can cycle 30 miles a day for five days.
- Apply By:
- 15 Feb 2023
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VETERANS GAMES AND CONFERENCE
- When:
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27 May 2023
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2 Jun 2023 - Where:
- Israel
- What:
- The Veterans Games and Conference is a five-day event based around a sports competition between wounded, sick and injured veterans from the UK and Israel.
- Who:
- Open to any Member and their family.
- Apply By:
- 15 Feb 2023
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Handcycle Long Weekend
- When:
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8 Jun 2023
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12 Jun 2023 - Where:
- South Wales
- What:
- A tour for handcycles only, designed to be a challenge
- Who:
- Any Member with a handcycle or recumbent bike and who is comfortable cycling 30 plus miles a day and used to a reasonable amount of height gain.
- Apply By:
- 1 Mar 2023
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Adaptive Shooting 2023
- When:
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21 Jun 2023
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22 Jun 2023 - Where:
- Bisley, Surrey
- What:
- Fun competition open to any disabled ex-Service personnel.
- Who:
- Any member
- Apply By:
- 1 Apr 2023
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Members' Weekend
- When:
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24 Jun 2023
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26 Jun 2023 - Where:
- Chesford Grange Hotel
- What:
- Members' Weekend is back for 2023 and will be bigger and better than ever.
- Who:
- Members’ Weekend is open to all Members and their partners or carers
- Apply By:
- 1 Mar 2023
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Shetland Island Photography
- When:
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30 Jun 2023
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8 Jul 2023 - Where:
- Shetland
- What:
- Teaching many different aspects of photography in the Rugged landscape of Shetland
- Who:
- Members must show evidence of photography experience and must have their own camera. Please note that wheelchair access is very limited.
- Apply By:
- 15 Mar 2023
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Diving Long Weekend
- When:
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1 Jul 2023
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31 Jul 2023 - Where:
- UK (TBC)
- What:
- Brush up on your diving skills with some of the UK’s best diving. With tuition from experienced divers, the event will give Members an opportunity to get back in the water post-Covid and return to the social aspects of diving.
- Who:
- Divers must hold relevant qualifications.
- Apply By:
- 1 Mar 2023
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Soldier Ride New York City
- When:
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10 Jul 2023
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17 Jul 2023 - 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 Apr 2023
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Soldier Ride
- When:
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15 Jul 2023
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22 Jul 2023 - Where:
- UK
- What:
- The six-day ride will take in some of the most beautiful cycle routes the UK has to offer,
- Who:
- Any Member
- Apply By:
- 15 Apr 2023
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Turn to Starboard
- When:
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31 Jul 2023
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4 Aug 2023 - Where:
- Falmouth
- What:
- A chance to sail the Cornish Coast
- Who:
- Any Member, please note there will be steps and ladders on board the boat
- Apply By:
- 15 Apr 2023
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Dave Lewan Memorial Match
- When:
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1 Aug 2023
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31 Aug 2023 - Where:
- Newcastle under Lyme
- What:
- Fishing Competition in Memory of Blesma Member Dave Lewan
- Who:
- Any Member, regardless of experience.
- Apply By:
- 1 May 2023
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Family Glamping
- When:
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12 Aug 2023
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16 Aug 2023 - Where:
- Brampton, Cumbria
- What:
- The aim of the week is to engage with other Members and their families
- Who:
- Any member with a family of between two and five members (eg. Member + up to 4 others)
- Apply By:
- 1 May 2023
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Widows's Week - Autumn
- When:
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1 Sep 2023
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30 Sep 2023 - Where:
- UK
- What:
- The week focuses on relaxing and socialising with gentle activities and sightseeing.
- Who:
- Widows' Week is for Widows only
- Apply By:
- 1 Jun 2023
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Seniors' Week - Autumn
- When:
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1 Sep 2023
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30 Sep 2023 - Where:
- UK
- What:
- The week focuses on relaxing and socialising with gentle activities and sightseeing in and around Hayling Island and the surrounding areas
- Who:
- Seniors' Weeks are open to Members, spouses and widow(er)s over the age of 60
- Apply By:
- 1 Jun 2023
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Golf Spain
- When:
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1 Sep 2023
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31 Oct 2023 - Where:
- Spain
- What:
- Enjoy three rounds of golf in a stunning Spanish location. Golfers of all abilities are welcome but you must have a handicap.
- Who:
- Any Member, not open for wheelchair users. Members must have EHIC or GHIC health insurance cards and must be triple vaccinated.
- Apply By:
- 1 Jul 2023
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Watercolour Painting Course
- When:
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4 Sep 2023
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8 Sep 2023 - Where:
- UK
- What:
- A five day course for beginners and improvers.
- Who:
- Any Member. Equipment is supplied or you can bring your own. Experienced artists are welcome to hone their skills.
- Apply By:
- 1 May 2023
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Dorset Fishing Competition
- When:
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8 Sep 2023
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10 Sep 2023 - Where:
- Dorset
- What:
- Fishing Competition Weekend - Dorset.
- Who:
- Any Member, regardless of experience
- Apply By:
- 1 Jun 2023
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Greek regatta
- When:
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16 Sep 2023
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23 Sep 2023 - Where:
- Greece
- What:
- A chance to set sail and discover the variety of the Med - one of the world's best sailing destinations.
- Who:
- The boat is not wheelchair accessible, and Members must be able to move around, with minimal assistance, on a 40ft nonadapted boat. Members must state if they cannot swim in their application.
- Apply By:
- 1 Jun 2023
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Surf and Wellbeing
- When:
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24 Sep 2023
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29 Sep 2023 - Where:
- Bude, Cornwall
- What:
- A week of surfing, Yoga and wellness in stunning Bude, Cornwall
- Who:
- Any Member, must be physically fit and a confident swimmer
- Apply By:
- 1 Jun 2023
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Scuba Diving Expedition
- When:
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1 Oct 2023 12PM
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31 Oct 2023 12PM - Where:
- Egypt (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 2023
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Couples' Weekend
- When:
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1 Oct 2023
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31 Oct 2023 - Where:
- Manchester
- What:
- A weekend break for Members and their spouse/partner
- Who:
- Any Member
- Apply By:
- 15 Jul 2023
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Ride To The Wall
- When:
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7 Oct 2023
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- 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 2023
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EGX London
- When:
- 12 Oct 2023
- Where:
- London
- What:
- A chance for avid gamers to attend the European Gaming Expo event in London
- Who:
- Any Member who enjoys playing video games
- Apply By:
- 1 Jul 2023
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Accessible Family Glamping Autumn
- When:
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20 Oct 2023
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23 Oct 2023 - 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 five members (eg. Member + up to 5 others)
- Apply By:
- 1 Jul 2023
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Seniors Couples Christmas
- When:
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1 Nov 2023
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31 Dec 2023 - Where:
- Warners hotel (TBC)
- What:
- The week focuses on relaxing and socialising with gentle activities and sightseeing in and around Somerset
- Who:
- Any Member who is over the age of 60 with their spouse or partner.
- Apply By:
- 15 Aug 2023
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Remembrance Weekend
- When:
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11 Nov 2023
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12 Nov 2023 - Where:
- The Cenotaph, London
- What:
- The annual Blesma Remembrance Parade at the Cenotaph over Remembrance Weekend.
- Who:
- Any Member.
- Apply By:
- 15 Jul 2023
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Fitness and Lifestyle Course
- When:
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18 Nov 2023
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25 Nov 2023 - 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, and you must be triple vaccinated.
- Apply By:
- 1 Aug 2023
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Colorado Ski Spectacular
- When:
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1 Dec 2023
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31 Dec 2023 - Where:
- Colorado, USA
- What:
- The world's biggest ski spectaculars for adaptive Winter sports.
- Who:
- Most injury types can be catered for. However, hotel rooms are not adapted and you must be able to use a bath.
- Apply By:
- 1 Aug 2023
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Christmas Market Couples weekend in Germany
- When:
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1 Dec 2023
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4 Dec 2023 - Where:
- Cologne, Germany
- What:
- A chance to enjoy the historic city of Cologne and their multiple world-famous Christmas Markets.
- Who:
- Anyone but please be aware the markets get busy and crowded and the street are cobbled in some places
- Apply By:
- 15 Aug 2023
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Scuba Diving Try Dives
- When:
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1 Feb 2023
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31 Mar 2023 - Where:
- TBC
- What:
- Learn to dive with experienced dive instructors in the safety of dive pools whilst working towards your PADI qualifications.
- Who:
- Available to all but subject to medical clearance.
- Apply By:
- 15 Jan 2023