Minstead Trust

Minstead Trust Minstead Trust helps neuro disabled people to get the support they need to live life their way. Registered charity no. 1053319

Minstead Trust ensures its specialised services are as flexible and individually centred as possible because each person's needs are different. The training provided at the Minstead Training Project will not only equip students with new skills and strengthen existing talents but also enhance self-respect, sense of fulfilment and, above all, quality of life.

05/09/2026

The people we support across New Forest and Portsmouth Day Opportunities had a very busy day at Wi******er Personal Bests!

Split into countries, the people we support represented teams Germany, Spain, and France. They took part in cricket, football, athletics, boxing, squash, circuits and yoga before ending the day with a well-deserved awards ceremony. 🏅

Thank you to Active LD, Wi******er City Council, Wi******er Sport & Leisure Park and University of Wi******er for organising such a fun and exciting day for neuro disabled people across Hampshire!

04/09/2026

Beaulieu, National Motor Museum have opened a new community exhibition featuring an amazing 3D map art installation - created in partnership with New Forest Day Opportunities!

The people we support have been working on creating a model version of the daily route taken by the Minstead minibuses across East and West Totton to Minstead Lodge. The model is made from recycled materials and was painstakingly created by New Forest Day Opportunities.

The ‘Minstead Minibus Stories’ exhibition showcases the importance of our minibuses to those who attend NFDO. Many people from Minstead were part of the exhibition through shared stories, recorded conversations, and artwork.

The exhibition will be at the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu for an extended period of time, sharing the skills and personalities of the people we support with the museum's visitors. A huge thank you to the National Motor Museum for allowing us to have this opportunity!

Have you visited yet? 🚌

Jay from Portsmouth Day Opportunities spoke to us today about being part of the maintenance and gardening teams in Warre...
03/09/2026

Jay from Portsmouth Day Opportunities spoke to us today about being part of the maintenance and gardening teams in Warren Avenue:

'It gives me motivation. It keeps me fit and I'm healthier now - I've lost 16 stone! I really enjoy it and like coming here.'

Jay’s story is a powerful reminder of the difference meaningful opportunities like Day Services can make. 🙌

28/08/2026

Happy International Makaton Awareness Day 👋

Our goal is to use Makaton more often and for more people - and we'd love you to join us.

Follow us on our Makaton journey, and help us make communication more accessible for everyone!

This month, we're shining the spotlight on Dan 🌟 From brewing coffee to building confidence, Dan shares what he has lear...
21/08/2026

This month, we're shining the spotlight on Dan 🌟

From brewing coffee to building confidence, Dan shares what he has learned with Minstead Trust, and talks about his apprenticeship, volunteer role, and his hopes for the future.

Read Dan's story to find out how the right support can help people build skills, independence, and confidence:
https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xMHbq0

21/08/2026

Our NFDO team had a brilliant visit to Southampton’s God's House Tower where they explored the building’s history and discovered more about the God's House Tower.

They also visited the art gallery to explore the 'While We Slumber' exhibition by Lady Kitt where they enjoyed interacting with the slide, wearing dressing gowns, and lying on inflatable beds. They even made shell spells to be part of the exhibition!

20/08/2026

Have you recently left college? Do you want to live a more independent life?

Join our Bridging Programme for a chance to develop social skills, try out community activities and start to build your adult life!

Please get in touch for information about fees and availability: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xLCQc0

19/08/2026

We're hiring a freelance Performing Arts Facilitator.
Blue Apple is looking for an enthusiastic and creative facilitator to lead our inclusive Saturday morning performing arts group at the QE2 Activity Centre in Bursledon.
Working with adults with learning disabilities and autistic people, you'll plan and deliver accessible sessions that explore drama, movement, voice, storytelling and performance in a fun and supportive environment.
Saturdays (term-time only)
10.00am–12.00pm
QE2 Activity Centre, Bursledon
Competitive industry rate
We're looking for someone with at least two years' experience in the arts or performing arts sector, a passion for inclusive arts, and the ability to inspire creativity and confidence in others.
To apply, send your CV and a short covering email to Rebecca Godden at [email protected].
Help us create ambitious, joyful and inclusive theatre across Hampshire.
Minstead Trust

We're excited to welcome the rain back to the New Forest 🌧️The return of the rain has inspired Richard to flex his creat...
18/08/2026

We're excited to welcome the rain back to the New Forest 🌧️

The return of the rain has inspired Richard to flex his creativity and write a short story!

'Here comes the rain'
It is still hot and dry. But then rain clouds come over the sky like a high speed train. Soon the place rains, it rains sooo hard Minstead has turned into an ocean. Fish started swimming in the water people started fishing for fish and chips.

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Minstead Lodge, Seamans Lane
Minstead
SO437FT

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4pm
Friday 9:30am - 4pm

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+442380812297

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