What we do
Founded in 1976, The Lake District Calvert Trust is the inspiration of John Fryer-Spedding, whose vision was to enable people with disabilities to benefit from outdoor activities in the countryside.
Today Calvert Lakes provides adventure breaks and holidays for people with disabilities. A not-for-profit based in the Lake District, we help children and adults with a range of disabilities overcome challenges and experience the benefit of the great outdoors.
From our specialist residential centre on the outskirts of Keswick, we offer individuals, families and school groups the chance to experience everything the Lake District has to offer in a safe and supportive way.
At Calvert Lakes, we see the person, not the disability. Our highly-trained staff use experience and empathy to break down barriers and truly connect with people, creating a fun, inclusive environment that gives them the confidence to try new things. Our breaks include everything our visitors need, including food, drink, accommodation and equipment. While our expert team carefully adapts our range of outdoor activities around the individual. Ensuring everyone gets the most from their time with us.
Our goal is to help more and more disabled people access the benefits of outdoor activity. By building on the committed support of our team, trustees and funders, we will continue to create connections and friendships and become a beacon at the heart of our community. Giving our visitors a unique and fulfilling experience that changes their perceptions, exceeds their expectations, and makes a positive difference in their lives.
Our Vision
People with disabilities sharing in life’s opportunities
Our Mission
To enable people with disabilities to achieve their potential through the challenge of adventurous activities in the countryside in order for them to develop, change perceptions and make positive and lasting changes to their lives.
Our Values
Flexible – We adapt and innovate
Ambitious – We stretch ourselves and our guests
Inspiring – We encourage and stimulate
Sensitive – We understand and empathise
Imaginative – We see beyond the obvious
Meet Our Team
We are nothing without our people. Meet the team that help turn your visits into memories for life.
Meet Our Trustees
Our Trustees share our values and give us their time, expertise, governance and ongoing support.
Support Us
Become a friend, volunteer your time or expertise, consider a donation or even sponsor a pony!
Keep in touch
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Latest news
Lake District Calvert Trust & The LGA Foundation partnership highlights the positive impact of bursary funding
The Lake District Calvert Trust has highlighted the positive impact of bursary funding as the charity and its visitors battle the cost-of-living crisis. Working in partnership with The LGA Foundation, the two charities have enabled children with disabilities from the North East of England to participate in life changing experiences.
Portuguese runner revisits his childhood in fundraising challenge for Lake District Calvert Trust
Growing up in Viano do Castelo, Portugal, Nuno Malo was an active member of his local athletics club. Now the 43-year-old Penrith resident is revisiting his childhood as he trains for a series of fundraising runs in aid of the Lake District Calvert Trust.
Former Keswick resident to take on bike packing and marathon challenge in aid of Lake District Calvert Trust
A 28-year-old woman who grew up in Keswick and fell in love with the area is taking on a 1500-kilometre bike packing challenge across seven countries before returning to the UK to run in her first London Marathon – all in aid of the Lake District Calvert Trust!
