Ethos
Our ethos of inclusion is shown through our challenging activities for disabled and non-disabled people, which break down prejudice and misunderstanding. We enable all to use their own strengths and abilities to overcome physical and mental barriers. We offer activities and training to schools, youth groups, special needs groups, churches, families and businesses.
We are affiliated with Christian Camping International, Cumbria Association of Councils for Voluntary Services and Cumbria Youth Alliance.
History
Our vision arose from a group of people running Christian summer camps for young people, concerned to develop activities that would not exclude anyone. This group drafted the original aims and the company, Kepplewray Ltd, was incorporated in January 1992, the charity, The Kepplewray Trust, was registered in December 1992. The house, situated in the Lake District National Park was purchased in 1993. We opened to guests in May 1998.
Before and after pictures taken in the 1990s
Current Provision
Activitiesctivities
We provide inclusive educational activities offering adventure, challenge, learning and relaxation for disabled and non-disabled people. We are registered with the Adventure Activities Licensing Scheme (AALS) to provide climbing, hill walking and water sports and all our activities are risk assessed. All staff, full time, seasonal and freelance are qualified to national standards within the industry.
We design your programme with you to ensure that it meets your aims, for all ages and abilities.
Accommodation
The house is situated in its own grounds and has been modernised to provide high quality fully accessible accommodation for all. We provide full-board accommodation with home-cooked food. There are a variety of bedrooms available including en-suite, family and group rooms. We have a variety of disability equipment for use by groups. All staff, full time, part time, sessional and volunteers have a variety of expertise and qualifications. Our Project complies with all relevant Health & Safety and Environmental Health legislation.
Training
We provide training on equality/diversity awareness, other disability issues, the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and MIDAS minibus qualification with the ‘Social Model’ of disability as central to all of our training.
Special 
Breaks
Come and enjoy our special Kepplewray organised breaks for:
- Families/Friends
- Family Occasions - birthdays/anniversaries
- Special Activity Days
- Party Weekends
- Canoe/Walking Weeks
