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Take a Break 2010

a Take a Break participant taking part in a crate tower building exerciseTake a Break is an opportunity for you and your family to experience excitement, fun and challenges, all in a supportive environment.

Good news! Same price as last year
“Take a
Break gave me a sense
of value”

As a single parent you may find it stressful to even consider taking a break. Or perhaps you’ve imagined what it would be like to have some time away from your usual routine – where you don’t have to plan or cook every meal, or keep the kids occupied all day.

We have a break specially designed with you in mind.

We know that parenting alone can be tough – but  you’re not alone. On Take a Break you’ll meet other single parents and their families, and supportive staff members who will take care of you as a family. You’ll experience new, exciting activities and enjoy being able to relax – with someone else preparing dinner and worrying about what to do next!
Father and son enjoying Take a Break
Accommodation
You will stay in a variety of family or shared rooms, or cabins, as appropriate to the age and sex of your family members.

Tasks
You may be asked to help with occasional tasks; this is usually part of the fun.

Useful information
Take a Break adventures are planned by Care for the Family in partnership with Christian outdoor activity centres. Trained and qualified instructors lead the activities. No previous experience is needed.

Each Take a Break includes a ‘Thought for the day’, which is Christian-based – attendance is optional.
Enjoying canoeing at Take a Break
“A wonderful, unique opportunity
to do things we only dreamt of”

Price:
Same as last year
All 2010 breaks:
Adult: £175, Child: £135

A deposit of £120 is required with
your application. Prices include all food, accommodation, activities and VAT. Please note: you will need to make your own travel arrangements and take out your own travel insurance.

We have a bursary scheme available to help families on Income Support. Please see the brochure for more information.

Applications
Please note: we can only take postal applications for these family breaks. Priority will be given to those families who have not been on a Take a Break before. Places are subject to availability.

Arrival and departure times
Take a Break starts around 5pm on the Saturday and finishes at 10am on the last day.
Take a Break participants learning to canoe
Take a Break adventures are subsidised by Care for the Family.
Take a Break 2010 brochure
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  • Family Fun in Scotland
    (5-16 years old)

    Barcaple (Dumfries and Galloway)  Saturday 17 July to Friday 23 JulyDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.
  • Family Fun in Wales
    (5-16 years old)

    Arthog (Snowdonia)  Saturday 24 July to Saturday 31 JulyDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.
  • Family Fun in Wales
    (5-16 years old)

    Arthog (Snowdonia)  Saturday 31 July to Saturday 7 AugustDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.
  • Family Adventure in England
    (8-16 years old)

    Lynton (North Devon)Saturday 7 August to Friday 13 AugustDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.
  • Family Adventure in England
    (8-16 years old)

    Lynton (North Devon)Saturday 14 August to Friday 20 AugustDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.
  • Family Afloat in England - sailing
    (9-16 years old)

    Tollesbury (Essex)Saturday 14 August to Friday 20 AugustDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.
  • Family Fun in Wales
    (5-16 years old)

    Arthog (Snowdonia)  Saturday 21 August to Saturday 28 AugustDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.
  • Family Adventure in England
    (8-16 years old)

    Lynton (North Devon)Saturday 28 August to Friday 3 SeptemberDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.
  • Family Fun in Wales
    (5-16 years old)

    Arthog (Snowdonia)  Saturday 28 August to Saturday 4 SeptemberDeposit: £120.00Please request a brochure for more details about applying for this break.