Taking a break can have a huge impact both on carers and those they care for
SANDRINGHAM: Could you get on your bike for Park House?
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Organisers of a charity cycling event being held at Sandringham later this month have said they are pleased with the increasing rate of entries.
More than 200 riders have already signed up to take part in the Cycle Together Sandringham event, which takes place on Sunday, June 23 and will support the work done to provide respite breaks for disabled people at the Park House Hotel on the estate.
And, to mark this week’s National Carers Week, three regular visitors to the hotel have spoken of how important the property is to them.
Jackie Thoday, from Litcham, said: “I regularly stay at Park House to give my husband, who is my carer, a break. He knows I will be looked after with a high level of care from dedicated staff and I go home refreshed.”
Viv Barrett travels all the way from Leighton Buzzard to take advantage of the hotel’s facilities.
She said: “It gives me a holiday with the reassurance of knowing that I am safe, and will be well looked after by good care staff.
“The accommodation is very nice and, as I need to be hoisted the room is fully equipped, including an electric hoist. I cannot fault the care team.”
John Parsons, from Peterborough, has been visiting Park House for several years now.
“I know of no other place which offers these facilities Another reason I come is to give my wife a break from me!
“It’s close to home so travelling is minimal. I haven’t been out of my home for seven months so it’s nice to have the freedom and the opportunity to meet people and socialise.”
Hotel manager Tess Gilder said: “Taking a break can have a huge impact both on carers and those they care for. Our breaks give disabled guests a welcome change of scene and their carers breathing space.”
And cyclists who want to support the charity’s work can do so by taking part in Cycle Together and collecting sponsorship for their efforts.
Four routes, covering 10, 20, 50 and 90 miles, are available with entries costing £15 for the shorter distances and £20 for the longer routes.
A donation of £1 from each entry fee will also be made to the Lynn News Charity of the Year, Red Wellies.
More information can be found online at www.lcdisability.org/cycletogether
n Meanwhile, tickets are now on sale for a fundraising event being held at the hotel next week.
The Companions of Park House are staging a show of men’s and ladies’ fashion by Goddards and cars from Hunters Land Rover of Lynn on Thursday June 13 at 7pm.
Tickets are priced £25 and will include sparkling wine and canapés on arrival, plus Coronation Chicken, dessert and a glass of wine.
To book your place, contact the hotel on 01485 543000, Malcolm Duffey on 07789 710261 or Phil Davies on 01553 631663.
