☀️ We're all going on a summer holiday! ☀️
Here at the DCHC we're busy this week training up volunteers ready to give busloads of children a brilliant holiday this summer.
Next week our holidays begin again - hurrah!
Lots of children around Derbyshire are looking forward to having a break by the sea they otherwise wouldn't have had.
We're so grateful to everyone who has signed up to be a volunteer with us this year.
For anyone considering volunteering to help children in need of a break - here are some photos of our CEO Janine Marie Holmes and brilliant volunteers getting stuck in - looks fun doesn't it?
We can promise that volunteering with us in whatever capacity will provide you with a splashing time - and will be incredibly rewarding too.
Get in touch today if you can spare us any time - whether that's fundraising, supporting us, or signing up as a volunteer to help run our holidays.
You can reach out by emailing [email protected]
Thanks so much to the very talented Mark Averill from 'AV IT Media for these lovely photos - he's really brought our Skegness holidays to life.
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Earlier this month two amazing supporters of Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre walked an amazing 102 miles across Derbyshire to help give disadvantaged children the chance of a free holiday by the sea.
Stuart Boon and his friend Xavier Andrews have set themselves this epic challenge because they believe every child deserves the opportunity to laugh, play, make friends and create happy memories.
As a child, Stuart stayed at the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre in Skegness. Like so many children we support today, he came to us for a much-needed break. Decades later, he still talks about the horse riding, the arts and crafts, the fun, the friendships and the memories that have stayed with him ever since.
He simply wants today's children to experience that same feeling.
Their walk was named the "Who Knew?" Walk, highlighting something many people don't realise.
Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre doesn't just support children from Derby. We work with schools and communities right across Derbyshire, helping children facing poverty, bereavement, trauma, caring responsibilities and many other difficult circumstances.
The route took them through many of the towns where children we support live, including Glossop, Buxton, Chesterfield, Alfreton, Belper, Heanor, Ilkeston, Spondon, Derby and Swadlincote.
By design the distance of 102 miles also represents the journey from Derby to our holiday centre in Skegness – a journey that changes young lives every single week throughout the summer.
Once again, Stuart and Xavier have shown extraordinary commitment, tackling this latest challenge during one of the hottest weeks of the year.
So far they’ve raised £1,469 against a fundraising target of £2,000. Every pound raised will help provide free holidays for children who otherwise wouldn't get the opportunity to escape everyday challenges.
Can you help them to meet their target? If you can then your donation could help provide:
A child's transport to the seaside.
Nutritious home-cooked meals throughout their stay.
Activities that build confidence and friendships.
New experiences and memories that can last a lifetime.
A chance for a child to simply enjoy being a child.
No donation is too small. Every contribution moves Stuart and Xavier one step closer to their goal and one step closer to changing another child's life.
Please sponsor them today by visiting:
www.justgiving.com/page/stuart-boon#sharePage
If you're unable to donate, you can still make a huge difference by sharing their fundraising page.
On behalf of everyone at the charity and especially the children whose lives will be changed because of your generosity thank you for supporting Stuart and Xavier on this journey.
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🤝Drum roll please - it's time to meet another member of the team! 🤝
This week's spotlight is shining on one of our new holiday activity leaders - meet Eloise Bevan
❓ Why did you get involved with the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre?
I got involved with DCHC because I wanted the opportunity to help create fun and memorable experiences for young people. Currently as a psychology student and a swimming teacher, I enjoy working as part of a team, meeting new people, and encouraging others to get involved in activities, so becoming an activity leader felt like the perfect role for me.
❓What does your role involve?
As an activity leader, my role involves organising and leading activities, making sure everyone feels included, creating a positive atmosphere, and ensuring everyone stays safe while having fun. It’s all about making the best memories over the summer!
❓Best moments?
This is my first time working with DCHC, so I don’t have a favourite moment just yet. However, I’m really looking forward to meeting everyone, seeing people enjoy the activities, and making lots of great memories together over the course of the trip.
❓Best thing about Skegness?
For me, the best thing about Skegness is the seaside atmosphere. There’s always something going on, whether it’s spending time on the beach, enjoying the fresh sea air, or taking part in activities by the coast.
❓Coast or countryside?
Definitely the coast! I love being by the sea, especially because I’m really into watersports. There’s nothing better than being in the water, whether it’s swimming or just enjoying time at the beach - I cannot wait to have a sandcastle competition!
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Can people come and look round .I went when a child
Welcome Eloise and a huge thank you as someone who remembers the staff who looked after me as a child at ‘Skeggy Home’ you will certainly help make happy memories that last many years!!
📣 Spotlight on our latest amazing fundraiser ... he's jumping 15,000 feet! 📣
We're blown away that the Mayor of Derby City Council, Cllr Jonathan Smale, will be jumping out of a plane to raise money for us on August 21.
Cllr Smale has pledged his support for our charity during his tenure as mayor.
He will be doing the skydive in aid of ourselves and his other nominated civic charity, the Living Recovery Foundation.
Thank you so much Jonathan!
Here he is talking about why he has chosen to support us at our recent anniversary service in Derby Cathedral.
Living Recovery Roasters
Please do donate to his amazing skydive if you can - link is in the comments 🔽
It's time to get to know another member of our valued team!
Introducing ... one of our new holiday activity leaders: Cheryl Mooney.
❓ Why did you get involved with the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre?
I love working with children as a coach for East Coast Warriors Cheers and Dance and just wanted to progress and share my knowledge.
❓What is your role?
My role is a seasonal activity leader.
❓Best thing about Skegness?
There is always something to do in Skegness.
❓Coast or countryside?
I live in the countryside but love a visit to coast ❤️
It's great to meet you, Cheryl!
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Welcome Cheryl, it’s great to have you on board.
Go Cheryl Mooney 😁 xx
THEY’VE ONLY GONE AND DONE IT!
As you will have seen during the posts this week, we have been lucky enough to have had two amazing supporters of Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre walking 102 miles across Derbyshire to help give disadvantaged children the chance of a free holiday by the sea.
When we planned the walk we never knew they’d be such hot weather! But undeterred Stuart Boon and his friend Xavier Andrews set themselves this epic challenge because they believe every child deserves the opportunity to laugh, play, make friends and create happy memories.
As a child, Stuart stayed at the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre in Skegness. Like so many children we support today, he came to us for a much-needed break. Decades later, he still talks about the horse riding, the arts and crafts, the fun, the friendships and the memories that have stayed with him ever since.
He simply wants today's children to experience that same feeling.
"I used to go to the home and it's brought me a lot of memories. It's important for the children because they haven't had a holiday whatsoever and it's good for them to have that week away."
– Stuart Boon
The walk has been named the "Who Knew?" Walk, highlighting something many people don't realise...
Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre doesn't just support children from Derby. We work with schools and communities right across Derbyshire, helping children facing poverty, bereavement, trauma, caring responsibilities and many other difficult circumstances.
Their route has taken them through many of the towns where children we support live, including Glossop, Buxton, Chesterfield, Alfreton, Belper, Heanor, Ilkeston, Spondon, Derby and Swadlincote.
And on Saturday at 3.30 pm the walk finished in Swadlincote, in the lobby of Morrison’s - a place where the charity has fundraised before, we welcomed Stuart and Xavier.
The total distance of 102 miles is significant as it represents the journey from Derby to our holiday centre in Skegness – a journey that changes young lives every single week throughout the summer.
Once again, Stuart and Xavier have shown extraordinary commitment, tackling this latest challenge during one of the hottest weeks of the year.
And in return for their endeavours they aim to raise £2,000, with every pound raised helping to provide free holidays for children who otherwise wouldn't get the opportunity to escape everyday challenges.
You can help to provide:
A child's transport to the seaside.
Nutritious home-cooked meals throughout their stay.
Activities that build confidence and friendships.
New experiences and memories that can last a lifetime.
A chance for a child to simply enjoy being a child.
No donation is too small. Every contribution moves Stuart and Xavier one step closer to their goal—and one step closer to changing another child's life.
Please sponsor Stuart and Xavier today by visiting:
www.justgiving.com/page/stuart-boon
If you're unable to donate, you can still make a huge difference by sharing their fundraising page with your family, friends and colleagues.
On behalf of everyone at Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre and especially the children whose lives will be changed because of your generosity thank you for supporting Stuart and Xavier on this incredible journey.
With sincere thanks from the Trustees and CEO of the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre for their tireless support and to you our supporters who help to make holidays a reality for so many disadvantaged children of Derbyshire.
Since 1891, Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre has been giving children facing disadvantage the chance to enjoy a free holiday by the sea, creating memories, building confidence and inspiring brighter futures.
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Well done 👍
Congratulations 👏👏👏Well done all . I myself had a few stays there and remember them well with Mr & Mrs Stewart.
Well done 👏
☀️ We're all going on a summer holiday! ☀️
Here at the DCHC we're busy this week training up volunteers ready to give busloads of children a brilliant holiday this summer.
Next week our holidays begin again - hurrah!
Lots of children around Derbyshire are looking forward to having a break by the sea they otherwise wouldn't have had.
We're so grateful to everyone who has signed up to be a volunteer with us this year.
For anyone considering volunteering to help children in need of a break - here are some photos of our CEO Janine Marie Holmes and brilliant volunteers getting stuck in - looks fun doesn't it?
We can promise that volunteering with us in whatever capacity will provide you with a splashing time - and will be incredibly rewarding too.
Get in touch today if you can spare us any time - whether that's fundraising, supporting us, or signing up as a volunteer to help run our holidays.
You can reach out by emailing [email protected]
Thanks so much to the very talented Mark Averill from 'AV IT Media for these lovely photos - he's really brought our Skegness holidays to life.
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Earlier this month two amazing supporters of Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre walked an amazing 102 miles across Derbyshire to help give disadvantaged children the chance of a free holiday by the sea.
Stuart Boon and his friend Xavier Andrews have set themselves this epic challenge because they believe every child deserves the opportunity to laugh, play, make friends and create happy memories.
As a child, Stuart stayed at the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre in Skegness. Like so many children we support today, he came to us for a much-needed break. Decades later, he still talks about the horse riding, the arts and crafts, the fun, the friendships and the memories that have stayed with him ever since.
He simply wants today's children to experience that same feeling.
Their walk was named the "Who Knew?" Walk, highlighting something many people don't realise.
Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre doesn't just support children from Derby. We work with schools and communities right across Derbyshire, helping children facing poverty, bereavement, trauma, caring responsibilities and many other difficult circumstances.
The route took them through many of the towns where children we support live, including Glossop, Buxton, Chesterfield, Alfreton, Belper, Heanor, Ilkeston, Spondon, Derby and Swadlincote.
By design the distance of 102 miles also represents the journey from Derby to our holiday centre in Skegness – a journey that changes young lives every single week throughout the summer.
Once again, Stuart and Xavier have shown extraordinary commitment, tackling this latest challenge during one of the hottest weeks of the year.
So far they’ve raised £1,469 against a fundraising target of £2,000. Every pound raised will help provide free holidays for children who otherwise wouldn't get the opportunity to escape everyday challenges.
Can you help them to meet their target? If you can then your donation could help provide:
A child's transport to the seaside.
Nutritious home-cooked meals throughout their stay.
Activities that build confidence and friendships.
New experiences and memories that can last a lifetime.
A chance for a child to simply enjoy being a child.
No donation is too small. Every contribution moves Stuart and Xavier one step closer to their goal and one step closer to changing another child's life.
Please sponsor them today by visiting:
www.justgiving.com/page/stuart-boon#sharePage
If you're unable to donate, you can still make a huge difference by sharing their fundraising page.
On behalf of everyone at the charity and especially the children whose lives will be changed because of your generosity thank you for supporting Stuart and Xavier on this journey.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🤝Drum roll please - it's time to meet another member of the team! 🤝
This week's spotlight is shining on one of our new holiday activity leaders - meet Eloise Bevan
❓ Why did you get involved with the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre?
I got involved with DCHC because I wanted the opportunity to help create fun and memorable experiences for young people. Currently as a psychology student and a swimming teacher, I enjoy working as part of a team, meeting new people, and encouraging others to get involved in activities, so becoming an activity leader felt like the perfect role for me.
❓What does your role involve?
As an activity leader, my role involves organising and leading activities, making sure everyone feels included, creating a positive atmosphere, and ensuring everyone stays safe while having fun. It’s all about making the best memories over the summer!
❓Best moments?
This is my first time working with DCHC, so I don’t have a favourite moment just yet. However, I’m really looking forward to meeting everyone, seeing people enjoy the activities, and making lots of great memories together over the course of the trip.
❓Best thing about Skegness?
For me, the best thing about Skegness is the seaside atmosphere. There’s always something going on, whether it’s spending time on the beach, enjoying the fresh sea air, or taking part in activities by the coast.
❓Coast or countryside?
Definitely the coast! I love being by the sea, especially because I’m really into watersports. There’s nothing better than being in the water, whether it’s swimming or just enjoying time at the beach - I cannot wait to have a sandcastle competition!
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Can people come and look round .I went when a child
Welcome Eloise and a huge thank you as someone who remembers the staff who looked after me as a child at ‘Skeggy Home’ you will certainly help make happy memories that last many years!!
📣 Spotlight on our latest amazing fundraiser ... he's jumping 15,000 feet! 📣
We're blown away that the Mayor of Derby City Council, Cllr Jonathan Smale, will be jumping out of a plane to raise money for us on August 21.
Cllr Smale has pledged his support for our charity during his tenure as mayor.
He will be doing the skydive in aid of ourselves and his other nominated civic charity, the Living Recovery Foundation.
Thank you so much Jonathan!
Here he is talking about why he has chosen to support us at our recent anniversary service in Derby Cathedral.
Living Recovery Roasters
Please do donate to his amazing skydive if you can - link is in the comments 🔽
It's time to get to know another member of our valued team!
Introducing ... one of our new holiday activity leaders: Cheryl Mooney.
❓ Why did you get involved with the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre?
I love working with children as a coach for East Coast Warriors Cheers and Dance and just wanted to progress and share my knowledge.
❓What is your role?
My role is a seasonal activity leader.
❓Best thing about Skegness?
There is always something to do in Skegness.
❓Coast or countryside?
I live in the countryside but love a visit to coast ❤️
It's great to meet you, Cheryl!
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Welcome Cheryl, it’s great to have you on board.
Go Cheryl Mooney 😁 xx
THEY’VE ONLY GONE AND DONE IT!
As you will have seen during the posts this week, we have been lucky enough to have had two amazing supporters of Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre walking 102 miles across Derbyshire to help give disadvantaged children the chance of a free holiday by the sea.
When we planned the walk we never knew they’d be such hot weather! But undeterred Stuart Boon and his friend Xavier Andrews set themselves this epic challenge because they believe every child deserves the opportunity to laugh, play, make friends and create happy memories.
As a child, Stuart stayed at the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre in Skegness. Like so many children we support today, he came to us for a much-needed break. Decades later, he still talks about the horse riding, the arts and crafts, the fun, the friendships and the memories that have stayed with him ever since.
He simply wants today's children to experience that same feeling.
"I used to go to the home and it's brought me a lot of memories. It's important for the children because they haven't had a holiday whatsoever and it's good for them to have that week away."
– Stuart Boon
The walk has been named the "Who Knew?" Walk, highlighting something many people don't realise...
Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre doesn't just support children from Derby. We work with schools and communities right across Derbyshire, helping children facing poverty, bereavement, trauma, caring responsibilities and many other difficult circumstances.
Their route has taken them through many of the towns where children we support live, including Glossop, Buxton, Chesterfield, Alfreton, Belper, Heanor, Ilkeston, Spondon, Derby and Swadlincote.
And on Saturday at 3.30 pm the walk finished in Swadlincote, in the lobby of Morrison’s - a place where the charity has fundraised before, we welcomed Stuart and Xavier.
The total distance of 102 miles is significant as it represents the journey from Derby to our holiday centre in Skegness – a journey that changes young lives every single week throughout the summer.
Once again, Stuart and Xavier have shown extraordinary commitment, tackling this latest challenge during one of the hottest weeks of the year.
And in return for their endeavours they aim to raise £2,000, with every pound raised helping to provide free holidays for children who otherwise wouldn't get the opportunity to escape everyday challenges.
You can help to provide:
A child's transport to the seaside.
Nutritious home-cooked meals throughout their stay.
Activities that build confidence and friendships.
New experiences and memories that can last a lifetime.
A chance for a child to simply enjoy being a child.
No donation is too small. Every contribution moves Stuart and Xavier one step closer to their goal—and one step closer to changing another child's life.
Please sponsor Stuart and Xavier today by visiting:
www.justgiving.com/page/stuart-boon
If you're unable to donate, you can still make a huge difference by sharing their fundraising page with your family, friends and colleagues.
On behalf of everyone at Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre and especially the children whose lives will be changed because of your generosity thank you for supporting Stuart and Xavier on this incredible journey.
With sincere thanks from the Trustees and CEO of the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre for their tireless support and to you our supporters who help to make holidays a reality for so many disadvantaged children of Derbyshire.
Since 1891, Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre has been giving children facing disadvantage the chance to enjoy a free holiday by the sea, creating memories, building confidence and inspiring brighter futures.
3 CommentsComment on Facebook
Well done 👍
Congratulations 👏👏👏Well done all . I myself had a few stays there and remember them well with Mr & Mrs Stewart.
Well done 👏
