Hartlands - The holiday centre for families with autism.

29/12/2024

Isle of Wight Walking Festival -
Spring Festival 10 to 18 May 2025
October Festival 4 to 12 October 2025
https://isleofwightwalkingfestival.co.uk/

28/12/2024

Stargazing on the Isle of Wight!
The Isle of Wight is a perfect destination for eager stargazers. As a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, with light pollution kept to a minimum, as well as a mild climate, stargazing on the Island is a great night-time activity for the whole family.

Where are the best spots on the Island?
Separated from mainland Britain on one side by a stretch of water, and with the English Channel on the other and no major cities, the Island has very little light pollution. As darkness falls, the number of stars visible can be breath taking. The Milky Way, Cassiopeia, Orion, and the Plough dazzle in the ink-black sky.

For the best chance of spotting stars and meteor showers in a truly dramatic display, try stargazing in the Isle of Wight’s most remote locations.

The best spots with car parks are Freshwater Bay, Compton Bay, Brook Chine, Whale Chine, Culver Down and Yaverland. Or make your way to Brighstone Beach / Cliff, the Needles Headland, St Catherine’s Down, Brading Down, St George’s Down, and The Longstone at Mottistone.

23/12/2024

Spring on the Isle of Wight
Looking forward a holiday next Spring then there’s no better time than right now to book an Island adventure to enjoy Spring on the Isle of Wight and make memories that will last a lifetime. Our unique microclimate and mild temperature make late February to early May the perfect time to explore – especially if stunning scenery, fun-packed activities and a good dose of peace and quiet are at the top of your Spring holiday wishlist.

There are plenty of places to visit and beautiful landscapes to discover. For a list of family attractions Please see the following link found on Spectrumbreaks.co.uk - https://spectrumbreaks.co.uk/sbattractions.htm Picture caption - Our local beach in Shanklin.

16/12/2024

Looking for that 'last minute' relaxing winter holiday break?
https://spectrumbreaks.co.uk/sbbooking.htm

07/12/2024

A quick update on the Hartlands.

We have just upgraded 3 of our apartments - The Vincent, Emily and Isaac with 50 inch smart TV's. We are upgrading the building to a high speed network this coming week which is 10 times faster then the previous network.

01/12/2024

Winter Holiday Bookings this December
Available:-

Vincent Gallery (Sleeps 8 )
Alberts Pad (Sleeps 3)

For the booking calendar for availability and prices please visit the following link. https://spectrumbreaks.co.uk/sbbooking.htm

Why not invite along extended family and/or friends for a group booking

Photograph depicting Old Shanklin village - within 5 minute walking distance from the Hartlands

30/11/2024

We have just added a Treadmill, Flat Screen and Sound System in the gym for our guests to enjoy

26/11/2024

Join us for a flying Visit around Hartlands Holiday Centre with amazing drone footage

The Hartlands is a delightful Victorian Autism Friendly Holiday centre situated on the South Coast in Shanklin in the beautiful and tranquil Isle of Wight.En...

13/11/2024

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Shanklin and Luccombe Bay Sunrise

10/11/2024

Winter breaks in 2024. Holiday Bookings from 3 nights starting on a day of your choice.

Prices start from - based on a 3 night stay in Albert Pad Sleeps 3 £480.00

For availability, on-line booking and prices.
Please click on the following link https://www.spectrumbreaks.co.uk/sbbooking.htm

05/11/2024

Adventurous things to do on the Isle of Wight
If you're looking for adventurous things to do on the Isle of Wight, the Island is an outdoor lover’s paradise. With its stunning coastline and mild climate, the Isle of Wight offers the perfect playground for those who enjoy nature and outdoor activities. Whether you prefer walking, cycling, or horse riding, the Island boasts over 500 miles of scenic footpaths and established walking routes, as well as hundreds of miles of bridleways.

For those seeking a bit more excitement, there are plenty of adventurous things to do on the Isle of Wight. From tree climbing and paragliding to sailing, there’s no shortage of thrilling adventure activities to try. The Island also hosts several world-class events throughout the year, perfect for those with a competitive spirit. Water sports enthusiasts will find a wide range of options, from kayaking to paddle boarding! And if you're a fan of golf, the Isle of Wight has numerous picturesque courses, making it an ideal destination for a golf weekend break or holiday. With so many things to do across the Island, adventure awaits around every corner! https://youtu.be/l63zQRkHXLg?si=66nbddbVoBzvraYS

03/11/2024

Winter days out on the Isle of Wight

​Tapnell Farm Park, Monkey Haven, AMAZON WORLD and Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Tapnell Farm Park is great for younger children and has lots to do indoors so you can shelter from the wind and rain. There's a petting zoo and a large indoor play area and coffee shop.​

About half of it is outdoors, including the bouncy pillow and most of the pedal go kart track.

Our award-winning Farm Park provides so much to see and do, areas to explore and adventures to be had, with just as much indoors as outdoors! It's all-weather fun for everyone! There are go-karts, jumping pillows, trim trails, sledge slides and straw barn fun, plus our amazing animals in the paddock...

01/11/2024

Enjoy the sounds of the Amazon forest in our delightful beach bar area. Complete with comfortable lounge chairs and cushions a great place to meet and chat with other families whilst your children explore the adjacent sensory, IT and cinema areas. All of these facilities are located in separated areas within the same large space.

28/10/2024

Our sensory room gives a welcome retreat for our guests.

With soft subdued lighting. We have added some Large beanbags to lounge and relax in. There are various sensory items to explore, including a bubble wall with optional colour changing selections and music Plus colour changing table and large cube.

The sensory area has been designed to reflect the experience of being under the ocean. With a subtle silver glitter reflective soft grey colour on the ceiling. For the walls we have used 3 shades of aqua blues which we have blended together and included a wooden floor depicting a sandy seabed with rugs that give the look and texture of a bed of seaweed and seaweed covered large stones.

There are various soft play sea creatures including a large octopus, shark, pufferfish, salt water crocodile and a star fish and bouncy balls.

We have a light projector that occasionally projects water ripples onto the wall, and for something extra we have recently added a special feature - A video projection of humpback whales film footage and sounds which automatically comes on twice a day on the sensory area wall lasting around 30 minutes per session. This is an optional feature.

26/10/2024

We offer self-catering 5-star apartments exclusively for families with autism who are wanting to relax and enjoy a quiet holiday break. Includes a choice of luxury amenities all easily accessible & located under one roof. Our guests favourite - The warm indoor salt pool.
Our pool is open both during the day and in the evening for your families private use during your stay. Take advantage of a relaxing session in our infrared sauna, or workout session in our fully equipped gymnasium located in the same vicinity

25/10/2024

Open all year round! Spectrum Breaks offers a welcoming Winter Break for the whole family.
Shanklin is known as the sunniest place in the UK. Whilst we cannot guarantee the weather, we can offer a range of fun activities during your stay for the whole family under one roof.
Your 5 star self catering accommodation includes all additional facilities on offer.
Enjoy a private family swim in our luxurious indoor 32 to 34 degree warm hydro salt pool. Private use of our infrared sauna and fully equipped gymnasium.
chill out on beanbags in our cosy curtain drawn cinema area and enjoy a family film together
Or for something a bit different. Check out our Victorian Music room which has a wealth of different musical instruments to inspire even the most novice of musicians, whilst your family members play pool or board games in the adjoining games room
You will also have access to a relaxing sensory area, art room and IT area. In fine weather you may like to venture out and enjoy the lovely grounds that surround the centre, Which includes, swings, a trampoline and picnic areas

Bookings are from 3 nights starting on a day of your choice.
Please visit our website at spectrumbreaks.co.uk to reserve the apartment of your choice - subject to availability with a 15% percent deposit
Prices start from £480.00. Based on a 3 night stay in the Albert Pad (sleeps 3) accommodation.

22/10/2024

The building which at some point during it's history came to be called 'Hartland' was originally Built in 1890.

The Victorian part of the building as it once was. The building today retains much of it's original character. This includes the original fireplaces, flooring, and beautiful architectural features both inside and out.

We decided to keep the name changing it slightly to 'Hartlands' as it is part of the history of the building and tells a part of the story of the people who lived here before us.

As seen in the following photographs.

21/10/2024

Hartlands - Spectrum Breaks Holiday Centre for families with autism.

Located in Shanklin on the beautiful diamond shaped Isle of Wight.
The Island boasts a number of beautiful beaches, All accessible within a relatively short drive from our 5 star holiday accommodation

Our local beach in Shanklin is located about 1.5 miles / 5 minutes drive from Hartlands.

Shanklin is good for swimming with generally flat water and a sandy bottom

There are paddleboards, kayaks and similar floating things to hire, as well as an array of booths selling ice creams, donuts, and hot beverages, toasted sandwiches and fish and chips, There are a number of restaurants along the seafront - serving food throughout the day.

Shanklin's Esplanade has a mini selection of fairly tame funfair type amusements plus three crazy golf courses and a good arcade
There are toilets at both ends of the beach. Plenty of parking :- Small Hope Beach car park plus a big car park right by the seafront. As well as parking all along the seafront.

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