Hartlands - The holiday centre for families with autism.

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

08/11/2024

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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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20/10/2024

Visiting an English holiday destination between November and February may seem a bit counter-intuitive, but there are plenty of advantages to an Isle of Wight winter break

Enjoy a brisk walk and a hot drink along a seawall. Bonchurch to Ventnor is a good option for wave crashing. Yaverland to Shanklin is nice if you want to see a resort on a quiet day.

Cowes to Gurnard is good if you want to look at yachts on the Solent. There's also a nice seawall walk from Appley towards Seaview. The Colwell to Totland seawall was interrupted by a massive landslide a few years ago, but it reopened with a 'make do and mend' path, which actually adds to the attraction https://youtu.be/GXvUDdsSxTQ?si=KCf5ImMn_GbRSD2y

Freshwater Bay is a favourite spot for watching the waves on a stormy day, whilst Compton Bay looks beautiful on a sunny winter's day. If you visit Compton Bay, check the West Wight tide times or walk along the cliffs as there isn't as much beach in winter.

For a Winter Break at Hartlands Spectrum Breaks
Prices start from £480.00. This price is based on a 3 night stay starting midweek in the Albert Pad (sleeps 3 accommodation)

01/10/2024

Things to do this Autumn on the Island
Crisp, clear days in autumn are made for getting out and about. With over 500 miles of pathways, including 68 miles of coastal paths, there’s always a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Whether on foot or by bike, bright autumn days are perfect for exploring.

For a woodland adventure, take in the beauty of the changing colours in the forests. Known as Bicycle Island, the Island is fully geared up for those travelling on two wheels. You can bring your bike or rent one locally, including electric bikes for the hills! There are routes for all levels, from off-road bridleways to purpose-made tracks along former railway lines. The Slow Travel Guide https://www.visitisleofwight.co.uk/things-to-do/slow-travel-guide can help you navigate the Island when you leave the car at home, using buses, trains, or, your own legwork!

The digital Slow Travel Guide to the Isle of Wight is a collection of eight routes around the Island that can be explored by bus, bike or on foot. The simple idea is that the Slow Guide will give peop..

24/09/2024

A last minute change means we have availability in the Isaac Apartment for the October half term.

The Isaac Apartment sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms.

If you are interested in this apartment please click on the following link.

The autism friendly holiday centre for families, schools, and care homes. With quality apartments and many facilities, local attractions and sandy beaches.

17/09/2024

Visit the Isle of Wight this autumn

The Isle of Wight is the perfect year-round destination with around 70 miles of coastline and over 500 miles of footpaths to discover.

You’ll find rolling countryside, rugged cliffs, farmland, forests, vibrant towns and chocolate-box villages and, of course, plenty of beaches to enjoy, whatever the weather!

The Isle of Wight is the perfect year-round destination with around 70 miles of coastline and over 500 miles of footpaths to discover. You’ll find rolling co...

17/08/2024

Autumn Half Term School Holiday week
28 October to 1 November

Last available. From 3 nights.

Albert's Pad - Thursday 31 October to Sunday 3 November
Vincent Apartment - Thursday 31 October to Sunday 3 November

Book now on the following link - https://www.spectrumbreaks.co.uk/sbbooking.htm

Spectrum-Breaks - For a Holiday where Autism is understood and catered for.

16/08/2024

Book your autumn break with a 15% deposit. Prices from £540.00
https://www.spectrumbreaks.co.uk/sbbooking.htm

11/08/2024

Don't miss out! Holiday Bookings available now for Summer 2025. Reserve your holiday today with a 15% discount.

Some Cool footage of around the Isle of Wight and water sports