We run breaks for our Members all year round at our centre in the stunning coastal town of Rustington.
All the activities have come from your suggestions and include something for everyone. So, kick back and relax at our home from home and let us help make your holiday by the sea one to remember.
We’d love to hear how you get on. Please do let us know during your stay.
Where you'll stay
Beside the beach in Rustington, our truly impressive, fully accessible centre is set over two floors and designed from top to bottom especially for our Members.
The seafront location is fabulous, and the delightful village high street full of shops, restaurants and pubs is just a short stroll away. West Sussex boasts many sights of historical and military interest, beautiful scenery and plenty of visitor attractions to explore, along with one of the mildest climates in the UK.
Your choice of breaks
Holiday weeks
Unwind and relax on a holiday to remember. Get outdoors, explore, eat great food, and enjoy fantastic trips and entertainment. Selected dates throughout the year will be themed around particular pastimes, hobbies, special interests and occasions.
You're welcome to book a holiday any week you like and whether you join in with the activities is entirely up to you.
If you ever needed proof that sight loss needn't limit your horizons, come on a fun-filled adventure! Our activity weeks are for Members only and some require a level of physical ability so our bookings team will assess your suitability when you register your interest.
Activity weeks will be released soon...
Upcoming breaks
Themed activity and wellbeing breaks at our Centres of Wellbeing.
Military Week (23 June)
23-29 June 2025 Rustington Centre
Come and join us in Rustington as we commemorate our Military week!
Fishing Activity Week
23 - 29 June 2025 Rustington Centre
Come and be a part of a fishing week to form special bonds with people.
Things to consider before you register
Regardless of whether you book online or over the phone, our friendly member of our bookings team can discuss the best options for you based on your needs and interests.
Our costs vary depending on two things: whether you need care and whether you lost your sight as a result of your service.
The table below reflects our pricing from April 2024.
Please note, Blind Veterans UK has a comprehensive grants policy so if you feel that cost is a barrier, please do speak to your community team.
All trips and activities are included in your holiday costs. If there's an opportunity to enjoy a visit to the theatre, we will contact you in advance to gauge your interest and request that the cost of the ticket is covered on arrival.
Independent stays:
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|
Seven-nights |
Daily cost |
|
War-blinded beneficiary |
£368.68 |
£52.67 |
|
Non war-blinded beneficiary |
£475.40 |
£67.91 |
|
Child aged 3-16 |
£184.34 |
£26.33 |
Care stays:
|
|
Seven-night nursing stay |
Daily cost for nursing stay |
Seven-night residential stay |
Daily cost for residential stay |
|
War-blinded beneficiary |
£543.31 |
£77.62 |
£446.29 |
£63.77 |
|
Non war-blinded beneficiary |
£892.58 |
£127.51 |
£659.73 |
£94.25 |
We offer two types of stays at our centres – ‘independent’ and ‘care’ and this makes a difference to how much you pay.
So, what’s the difference?
Independent stay
Our ‘independent stays’ are for beneficiaries and spouses who do not require assistance or care during their stay, or are bringing someone who will provide all the necessary assistance.
Put simply, if you don’t receive professional care at home and you are able to manage all your personal requirements yourself, including medication, then there’s no need to book care at our Centres.
You will be treated like a hotel guest and can book your stay directly with our bookings team.
Care stay
Our Centre is registered care homes, regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England, and the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW). This means that we can provide care and support if you need it.
So, if you currently receive care at home, you should book either a ‘residential stay’ or a ‘nursing stay’, depending on your needs. The level of care you require will be agreed with us beforehand.
If you have any questions about this, we are happy to help. Please call our Rustington bookings team on 01903 945300.
Register your interest
The quickest way is to register your interest is by completing our simple online form. A member of our bookings team will contact you to discuss available options and any questions you might have.
If you need to speak to the team
The best way to register your interest in a centre break is via our online form. However, we're happy to answer any questions you have over the phone. If you reach the answer machine, please leave a message and we'll return your call as soon as we can.
Call 01903 945300
We’d love to hear how you got on - do let us know!
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