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Help look after our 45+ animals We encourage interaction with the animals and hands on farm work which can be physically demanding.
The Centre is open for people from 5 years of age with disabilities and special needs including those with multiple and profound learning disabilities, physical and mental disabilities, those recovering from stroke or other serious ailments, the elderly and those affected by dementia.
We welcome disability groups, care homes, day centres, schools and individuals
Our facilities:
Inside stables and animal enclosures
Covered outside animal enclosures
Outside large animal enclosures
Large polytunnel for growing year round garden produce
Large vegetable garden with raised growing beds
Activity Room which can be reserved for the personal use of groups, day centres etc
Sensory Garden
Raised boardwalk leading to Nature and Picnic Area bordered by two rivers
The site is wheelchair accessible
Toilets
Cedar Tea Room: Not for profit tea room/community hub. serves inexpensive hot and cold food, snacks and drinks in a professional bistro setting (TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO COVID-19 REGULATIONS)
Contact: Heathrow Special Needs Centre
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Help look after our 45+ animals We encourage interaction with the animals and hands on farm work which can be physically demanding.
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Improving the mental and physical health of people with disabilities and special needs with activities that interact with our farm animals and horticultural areas
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Tailored to individual abilities and includes: digging, planting, weeding, watering, harvesting.
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Walkabout Wednesdays give you the chance to get outside and get some fresh air by coming to the Centre and visiting the animals.
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To provide work experience to help unsupported people with disabilities and special needs gain the skills needed to enter the workplace.
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