So what do our young holiday centre guests most enjoy about their stay with us?
Sea, sun, sand, trips out??
As it turns out - all of the above.
The children at Firs Primary School in Derby have been brilliant in telling their teachers what they most enjoyed about coming on holiday at our centre in Skegness this year.
Here's what they had to say.
'My favourite bit was going on the beach and splashing in the water'.
(on the log flume): 'I sat in the front and got really wet, it was fabulous as it was boiling and helped me cool down'
(Two children said): 'we loved meeting new friends from other schools , we played Bingo with them and all got a strawberry sweet treat at the end'
Everyone mentioned eating Nutella on toast for breakfast, 'yum, yum'
For some: 'The best bit of the holiday was going to Fantasy Island and riding on the Snowdrift roller coaster'
'I was in the Butterfly room , it was purple and beautiful with led lights'
'Alex and Kirstie were great at reading stories, their calming voices helped us go to sleep'.
To all of our fundraisers and loyal supporters: thank you for bringing so many young people such joy.
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The Himalayan Gurkha Restaurant (Derby) Charity Night for the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre
In the legendary words of Bob Gaudio from The Four Seasons ‘Oh What A Night’!
And whilst it wasn’t December 1963, it certainly was memorable for many reasons:-
The people that came along to the restaurant, 50 in total. Thanks especially go to
Barbara Anne Hastings-Asatourian and Sam, her grandson consort for the evening. It’s a long journey from Glossop and we were delighted to have you join us.
Andrea and Toni from Nags Head Belper, who have been absolute stars over many years of supporting the charity.
Our wonderful, magical magician The Great Martini, so many tricks and we looked intently whilst he did them and never saw how he did it!
The food; from poppadums to tantalising starters and onto mains; every dish a marvel to behold.
Heads and tails, even if some of the answers were not universally agreed.
The raffle at the end of the evening.
And that nobody, to the best of my knowledge, swung their head around and took their body under…………..
And most importantly, the funds raised after costs were a staggering £788.60, that’s even more than last year!
The evening demonstrated how we can all make a difference and we hope to be able to repeat the event next year, similar timing of October. Both Nawaraj and I, hope that your visit to the Himalayan Gurkha will be one of many to come.
Sadly as we know a few people were unable to join us for a variety of reasons, hopefully we’ll see you next year, we missed not having you with us last night.
Thank you to all our supporters, we really appreciate what you do for us.
Janine Marie
Simon Evans
Lee Jepson
@top fans
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An excellent evening !!
☀️ Why do schools nominate children to have a holiday with us? ☀️
We couldn't put it better than Gail Hancock, who has been pastoral manager at Spire Junior School in Chesterfield for 23 years.
Every year we give 16 Spire Juniors children a holiday.
We've been doing it for around 20 years.
Gail has these powerful things to say about the impact we've had:
"Our children live in a community which is economically and socially deprived and is affected by issues including high crime rates, drug/alcohol abuse, mental health issues, and domestic violence which can impact their day to day lives.
"We nominate our children for various reasons, low self-esteem, lacking confidence, family illness, bereavement.
"But whatever the reason, the chance to spend time away from the pressures they face is amazing and means our children can relax and enjoy themselves as children their age should if only for a few days. All children who have been to the holiday centre have commented on the centre's staff and how kind and patient they are as well as the facilities and activities offered being great.
"I would like to thank you on behalf of the Staff at Spire Junior school and families I work with they are extremely appreciative and grateful to all of the staff at the Derbyshire Holiday Centre for the opportunities given to our children over the years and hope the support you have offered previously will continue for many more years."
Thank you so much for your feedback Gail.
We're very proud of everything we do at the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre.
It means so much to us to get comments like this.
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Parry Commercial Electric Deep Fat Fryer – £250 ONO
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In good working condition and recently PAT tested. Adjustable temperature control and timer.
Used condition with surface scratches and marks from commercial kitchen use, as shown in the photographs.
Suitable for a café, takeaway, pub or catering kitchen.
Collection only from Skegness, available from Monday 26th October 2026. Buyer to arrange suitable transport and loading.
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It's only a week by the sea - but the impact lasts far longer.
We like telling you about the work we do. But it means even more when it comes from those we help.
Today we're sharing some lovely feedback that came from one of the schools which sent children to enjoy a holiday at our centre this year.
This comment came from Becket Primary School in Derby.
"We’ve seen first-hand what a difference the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre makes to children and families. The breaks give children the chance to try new things, make friends, build confidence and enjoy experiences they might not otherwise have.
"Many of our children come back happier, more confident and full of stories about their time away. It’s an amazing opportunity and one that has a really positive impact on our families."
Thank you.
❤️ We couldn't have said it better ourselves. ❤️
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❤️ We love sharing amazing feedback. ❤️
This summer we gave hundreds of children from all over Derbyshire a fabulous week by the sea at our centre in Skegness.
We've had so many parents and school leaders contacting us to let us know how much impact that one simple week by the sea has had on those children.
It's helped them with their social skills.
With their confidence.
With their enjoyment of school.
With making new friends.
It's about so much more than a week by the sea.
Thank you to everyone who has helped put smiles on the faces of children like this one.
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So what do our young holiday centre guests most enjoy about their stay with us?
Sea, sun, sand, trips out??
As it turns out - all of the above.
The children at Firs Primary School in Derby have been brilliant in telling their teachers what they most enjoyed about coming on holiday at our centre in Skegness this year.
Here's what they had to say.
'My favourite bit was going on the beach and splashing in the water'.
(on the log flume): 'I sat in the front and got really wet, it was fabulous as it was boiling and helped me cool down'
(Two children said): 'we loved meeting new friends from other schools , we played Bingo with them and all got a strawberry sweet treat at the end'
Everyone mentioned eating Nutella on toast for breakfast, 'yum, yum'
For some: 'The best bit of the holiday was going to Fantasy Island and riding on the Snowdrift roller coaster'
'I was in the Butterfly room , it was purple and beautiful with led lights'
'Alex and Kirstie were great at reading stories, their calming voices helped us go to sleep'.
To all of our fundraisers and loyal supporters: thank you for bringing so many young people such joy.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The Himalayan Gurkha Restaurant (Derby) Charity Night for the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre
In the legendary words of Bob Gaudio from The Four Seasons ‘Oh What A Night’!
And whilst it wasn’t December 1963, it certainly was memorable for many reasons:-
The people that came along to the restaurant, 50 in total. Thanks especially go to
Barbara Anne Hastings-Asatourian and Sam, her grandson consort for the evening. It’s a long journey from Glossop and we were delighted to have you join us.
Andrea and Toni from Nags Head Belper, who have been absolute stars over many years of supporting the charity.
Our wonderful, magical magician The Great Martini, so many tricks and we looked intently whilst he did them and never saw how he did it!
The food; from poppadums to tantalising starters and onto mains; every dish a marvel to behold.
Heads and tails, even if some of the answers were not universally agreed.
The raffle at the end of the evening.
And that nobody, to the best of my knowledge, swung their head around and took their body under…………..
And most importantly, the funds raised after costs were a staggering £788.60, that’s even more than last year!
The evening demonstrated how we can all make a difference and we hope to be able to repeat the event next year, similar timing of October. Both Nawaraj and I, hope that your visit to the Himalayan Gurkha will be one of many to come.
Sadly as we know a few people were unable to join us for a variety of reasons, hopefully we’ll see you next year, we missed not having you with us last night.
Thank you to all our supporters, we really appreciate what you do for us.
Janine Marie
Simon Evans
Lee Jepson
@top fans
1 CommentComment on Facebook
An excellent evening !!
☀️ Why do schools nominate children to have a holiday with us? ☀️
We couldn't put it better than Gail Hancock, who has been pastoral manager at Spire Junior School in Chesterfield for 23 years.
Every year we give 16 Spire Juniors children a holiday.
We've been doing it for around 20 years.
Gail has these powerful things to say about the impact we've had:
"Our children live in a community which is economically and socially deprived and is affected by issues including high crime rates, drug/alcohol abuse, mental health issues, and domestic violence which can impact their day to day lives.
"We nominate our children for various reasons, low self-esteem, lacking confidence, family illness, bereavement.
"But whatever the reason, the chance to spend time away from the pressures they face is amazing and means our children can relax and enjoy themselves as children their age should if only for a few days. All children who have been to the holiday centre have commented on the centre's staff and how kind and patient they are as well as the facilities and activities offered being great.
"I would like to thank you on behalf of the Staff at Spire Junior school and families I work with they are extremely appreciative and grateful to all of the staff at the Derbyshire Holiday Centre for the opportunities given to our children over the years and hope the support you have offered previously will continue for many more years."
Thank you so much for your feedback Gail.
We're very proud of everything we do at the Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre.
It means so much to us to get comments like this.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Parry Commercial Electric Deep Fat Fryer – £250 ONO
Freestanding stainless steel single-tank fryer, complete with frying basket, lid and instruction manual.
In good working condition and recently PAT tested. Adjustable temperature control and timer.
Used condition with surface scratches and marks from commercial kitchen use, as shown in the photographs.
Suitable for a café, takeaway, pub or catering kitchen.
Collection only from Skegness, available from Monday 26th October 2026. Buyer to arrange suitable transport and loading.
Please message for further information or to arrange collection.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
It's only a week by the sea - but the impact lasts far longer.
We like telling you about the work we do. But it means even more when it comes from those we help.
Today we're sharing some lovely feedback that came from one of the schools which sent children to enjoy a holiday at our centre this year.
This comment came from Becket Primary School in Derby.
"We’ve seen first-hand what a difference the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre makes to children and families. The breaks give children the chance to try new things, make friends, build confidence and enjoy experiences they might not otherwise have.
"Many of our children come back happier, more confident and full of stories about their time away. It’s an amazing opportunity and one that has a really positive impact on our families."
Thank you.
❤️ We couldn't have said it better ourselves. ❤️
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
❤️ We love sharing amazing feedback. ❤️
This summer we gave hundreds of children from all over Derbyshire a fabulous week by the sea at our centre in Skegness.
We've had so many parents and school leaders contacting us to let us know how much impact that one simple week by the sea has had on those children.
It's helped them with their social skills.
With their confidence.
With their enjoyment of school.
With making new friends.
It's about so much more than a week by the sea.
Thank you to everyone who has helped put smiles on the faces of children like this one.
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