263a Tarbock Road
Huyton Merseyside, L36 0SD

Activities and Leisure

We have put together some information on organisations that offer accessible activities and leisure facilities for you and your family/friends.
If you are a group or organisation that would like to promote your activities here please contact johanne.ross@kdc.org.uk
 


Audiobooks have huge benefits for people who have difficulty reading books in the usual way, offering the joy of reading and the relaxation and comfort of getting lost in a great story.  If you or a loved one has a passion for books, or is looking for an enjoyable activity, but struggles to read in the usual way, audiobooks are a great alternative!  Click on the logo for more information about how to join.

 
ACE – (ACTIVE COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE) is an award-winning, ground-breaking, community-based support  agency for adults with learning disabilities. They offer a fully-structured weekly programme of  Leisure, Social and Work activities. Visit their website.

Beechley Riding Stables

 
Beechley Stables RDA (previously known as the Friends of Beechley Group) is part of The Riding for the Disabled Association. We are based in Allerton in South Liverpool and our main aim is to provide fun and therapy for people with disabilities.

We also work with children in the local community, providing opportunities to ride and learn about horses in an area where there are few Equine facilities.


Merseyside Youth Association Ltd

provides a range of diverse, inclusive and quality services for young people. We strive to positively engage young people, to meet their needs and enable them to reach their full potential. MYA is committed to inclusive, anti oanti-oppressiveice, which puts young people at the centre. MYA organises a range of generic and specialist support services for young people aged 7-25 who live in Merseyside. The work MYA offers is divided into 6 extended support teams: Social Inclusion/Alternative Education, Arts, Youth Work, Support Services, Sports, and Health.


 

SPEAK – Speaking out for disabled Children

Supporting Parents, Events and Advice in Knowsley, Speak is run by Parents/Carers for Parents/Carers of disabled children.
Speak meet regularly, normally the second Thursday of every month at alternate times of: 10.30am—12.30pm and 6.30pm-8.30pm

For more info contact Paul on 07951684700


Moonbeams Parents Support Group      
Moonbeams is for Parents with children who have additional needs. It is a support group to give you the opportunity to meet other Parents who understand how you feel.  It is a relaxed and friendly environment over a cup of coffee or tea.  They cover lots of topics from Autism, to Benefits and they sometimes have guest speakers.

Robins Children Centre,
St Margaret Mary’s School, Pilch Lane, Huyton, L14 0JG
Every 1st Tuesday  9.30 – 12.30

Netbuddy                                
Netbuddy is full of handy tips and bright ideas from parents, carers, teachers and therapists with experience of learning disability and autism. It is a ‘by you, for you’ special needs resource, offering practical solutions to everyday issues – from brushing teeth to challenging behaviour.
http://www.netbuddy.org.uk/info-packs/arts-leisure/

 Liverpool Karate Jutsu Club
All disabilities welcome

Greenbank Sports Academy – Choices for Disability Sport

Greenbank Sports Academy offer sport for disabled people through the Choices for disability sport programme. Choices for disability sport gives disabled people an opportunity to try a range of sports, at low or no cost.

Sessions take place evenings and weekends. They offer a great way to meet new people and get fit. Specialist equipment such as sports wheelchairs are available, where needed for sports sessions.


West Lancs Sports and Social Club for Disabled

The club was formed in January 1975 , and meet every Friday evening at Park Pool Swimming Baths, Park Road, Ormskirk between the hours of 8pm and 10pm.

Membership is available for any individual who has any type of disability, from any age group.

Membership is also available for the whole immediate family of the disabled person, their carers and / or support workers.

The club has the private use of both the small and the large swimming pool with a hoist in the larger swimming pool.  As the club has exclusive use of the pools it creates a relaxed and calm environment, with volunteers available to assist disabled people when in the water (although we always require more if anyone is interested!).

There is a snack bar and small seating area alongside reception where members can sit and socialise after their swim.

We provide moral, therapeutic and social support for all who attend and have various group events / trips throughout the year.

Membership is £16 per year per adult and £8 per child under 16.  (which can be paid in instalments if required). Once membership is paid weekly swim is free of charge.

The club is self-supporting with our membership and fundraising covering our minimal expenses i.e. Public liability insurance, accountancy fees

If anyone is interested in becoming a member and would like to speak to someone please call Marion on 01695 573000 or Pat on 01695 727622, alternatively, you can just call into the pool any Friday evening between 8.00 p.m. and 10.00 p.m.


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