Bendrigg Trust

21/10/2026

On Tuesday, 24th November there is an opportunity for anyone to come and see what we do, how we do it and why. You do not need to have a reason, other than natural curiosity.

Our friendly team will be on hand to show you around our site and answer any questions you may have.

Please book your free place via the link below so we know how many people to expect. We’ll put the kettle on!

https://bendrigg.cinolla.com/course/curiosity-day

Call 01539 723766 or email [email protected] if you have any questions.

14/10/2026

There's still time to get your application in to join our team as a cook.

Working alongside a well established team, you would be responsible for ensuring that our visitors, staff and volunteers are all fuelled up for their adventures.

This isn't a typical hospitality job.

There are no split shifts, no midnight finishes and no Christmas Day service. Instead, you'll work as part of a supportive team providing good, homemade food for children and adults visiting our residential activity centre.

Every meal you prepare helps people of all ages and abilities enjoy life-changing experiences that might otherwise be out of reach.

Ready to find out more and get your application in?

https://www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/bendrigg-trust/cook/1084874

07/10/2026

Every day our staff team head out for a lunchtime walk around our grounds. Getting outside for a chat, to get our steps in and as a way to regulate and take a moment from all that goes on during the day.

The outdoors has the power to support all these outcomes.

Today our walk was about slowing down and noticing what was around us, noticing the sounds of the wind through the trees, the crunching of the leaves, the textures around us.

Take a look at 5 Miles With Smiles for other walk ideas, and take a photo, draw a picture or create a reel yourself to be in with a chance of winning some amazing prizes.

30/09/2026

Do you ever find yourself wondering what you can and can't say?

Join us for this 90-minute online workshop exploring models of disability and the role that language plays in shaping inclusive practice.

We’ll look beyond the social model to explore the functional model of disability, what it is, why it matters, and how it can be used to better understand individual needs in a practical, meaningful way.

Language is always evolving, and this session creates space to explore that. We’ll look at how the words we use can impact people’s experiences, and how being open to learning, reflecting, and adapting our language can support more inclusive environments.

Drawing on our own experience and conversations with people with lived experience, we’ll support you to:

Build your confidence in using inclusive and respectful language
Better understand different models of disability and when to apply them
Reflect on your own practice and approach
Feel more comfortable having open conversations around disability
This workshop is designed to support you to move beyond awareness, helping you feel more confident in both your understanding and your day-to-day practice.

Our next course date is 13th October and what's even better... it is online so you can join from the sofa! We won't judge!

https://bendrigg.cinolla.com/course/online-workshop---beyond-the-social-model

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29/09/2026

It's been really heartwarming to see positive feedback coming in already for our new eLearning course so thank you to everyone who has taken the time to complete their feedback - we really appreciate it!

Thanks to funding from Francis Scott Trust, we are able to offer a limited number of free courses to people working or volunteering with young people in Cumbria.

If you think your organisation may be eligible, please click the link to find out more and apply - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BeyondBoundariesOutdoors

And if you are looking to buy the course and get stuck in straight away, you can do so here - https://www.bendrigg.org.uk/beyond-bendrigg/beyond-boundaries-in-the-outdoors/

29/09/2026

Fancy taking on the challenge of the Great North Run for Bendrigg in 2027? Tickets for our charity places are coming soon!

Not only will you be a part of this amazing event, but you will also be helping to support Bendrigg's work through your sponsorship.

If you have a ballot place but still want to fundraise for us, we would be more than grateful. All you need to do is set up a fundraising page here: https://www.justgiving.com/charity/bendriggtrust

Our charity places in the Great North Run will go live on our website soon, keep an eye out at https://www.bendrigg.org.uk/event/great-north-run/! Or to register your interest early, you can contact [email protected].

27/09/2026

We’ve had so much fun this summer with our new paddleboards! Last year, The Moulding Foundation kindly funded 7 new paddleboards – including our much-loved giant SUP – as well as some equipment and training for our staff.

This has been our first full summer with the boards and we’ve loved taking them out on the water with our groups. Paddleboarding is great for learning new skills but it’s also just loads of fun, as these adventurers from Hadrian School can confirm.

We’re so grateful to The Moulding Foundation for enabling us to introduce a brand-new activity and provide more opportunities for our visitors to experience the outdoors in new ways.

03/09/2026

It's live!

After countless months of hard work and collaboration, our eLearning is live!

It's something that doesn't quite feel real yet but we're so excited to see the impact this course can have on accessibility in the outdoors.

https://www.bendrigg.org.uk/beyond-bendrigg/beyond-boundaries-in-the-outdoors/

eLearning New eLearning course Beyond Boundaries in the Outdoors Informed by Bendrigg’s experience of delivering accessible outdoor adventure for disabled people for almost 50 years, Beyond Boundaries in the Outdoors is an engaging eLearning course created by Beyond Bendrigg in partnership with PG...

23/08/2026

In this video, our wonderful Kate is explaining what Makaton is and why we use it.

"Makaton is a communication tool that we use here at Bendrigg. Makaton includes signs, spoken word and symbols and it helps people to understand the world when language is a little bit difficult. All of the tutors here at Bendrigg learn Makaton so that we can help everybody feel fantastic"

Kate is now teaching Makaton courses that are open to the public. We have Level 1 and Level 2 dates available in November of this year.

More details can be found on our website - https://www.bendrigg.org.uk/beyond-bendrigg/training-for-individuals/