The Concept

The concept of  The Pendyffryn Children’s is simple, to provide a place where children who have suffered trauma can relax with their families, recover and enjoy freedom and fresh air within the peaceful countryside and beaches of Pembrokeshire.

The reality is, of course complex. The children arrive with their families, tired with a myriad of memories: of long stays in hospital, painful operations, the tragic loss of a sibling or, for the refugee children, memories of war, of leaving home, family and country. All come with the expectation of a holiday and seeing the sea.

It is a holiday, not only for the children but for their siblings and parents as well, who are also in need of respite.

Families enjoy a week’s holiday in  self contained accommodation, and support when needed. Outings including horse riding, boat trips, and visits to Folly Farm are offered, as is a listening ear and laughter in abundance.

After 17 successive and successful years the vistor book comments from the families are testomy to the fact that The Pendyffryn Children’s Trust is meeting real needs.

The Trust has no paid staff and the volunteers give their time freely, so you can be sure whatever you give goes directly to the children and their families.