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Did you know that the third week of June every year is Learning Disability Week?

Running from 17th – 23rd June, Learning Disability Week will be looking at challenging the barriers that people with a learning disability face on a day to day basis. With the theme of Do You See Me? there will be a selection of talks and activities taking place via Mencap and other organisations to celebrate the rich and diverse lives of those with learning disabilities.

Did you know that research from Mencap shows that 1 in 3 people with a learning disability spend less than an hour outside their homes on a typical weekend? Let’s change that this Learning Disability Week.

Mencap are running a series of talks throughout the week, so head to their website here to get involved. 

Looking for things to do this Learning Disability Week? Break the cycle of staying in all weekend by visiting one of the many attractions across the UK who cater to visitors with Learning Disabilities.

In Devon, Calvert Exmoor have a host of accessible activities for people of all ages and abilities. In the north of England, Alpacaly Ever After let you get up close and personal with some super cute and fluffy alpacas, while Fairytale Farm in Oxfordshire is a day out the whole family can enjoy.

You can find more things to do and places to stay for guests with Learning Disabilities here

The fun doesn’t have to end on 23rd June – if you’re in the London area, head to Croydon for their second ever Learning Disability Carnival on 6th July. Taking place from 11 am – 5pm at North End, Croydon, there will be a host of events, activities and stalls all aimed at celebrating people with learning disabilities.

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Calvert Exmoor
Accessible Accommodation
Wheelchair adapted abseiling activities at Calvert Exmoor

We are Calvert Exmoor, home of accessible activity breaks in Devon; a residential activity centre and charity that provides inclusive breaks for people with disabilities alongside their families, friends and carers.

Alpacaly Ever After
Family Activities
An alpaca with spring flowers at Alpacaly Ever After

Our mission is to rescue and rehome alpacas and llamas from all over the country and give them a wonderful new home with the very best of care, while bringing people in touch with the landscape and the natural world through outstanding alpaca and llama experiences, accessible to all and surrounded by the beauty of the Lake District World Heritage Site.

Fairytale Farm
Farm
A group of people following the path at Fairytale Farm, with one girl in a wheelchair in front

Mixing classic fairy tales, animals and adventure play, children will love Fairytale Farm. With our exciting adventure playground, an enchanted walk with a surprise around every corner and a chance to meet our amazing animals, there is so much to see and do. It is a sensory and learning wonderland for all the family.