The Women's Holiday Centre

Full Street Address: The Old Vicarage
Postal Code: BD24 0HD
info@hortonwhc.org.uk
Phone Number: 01729 860207
Organisation Characteristics: Paid Workers, Takes short-term volunteers/ placements, Takes long-term volunteers
Geographical area: Bradford District wide
Has documents: Constitution or other governing document, Health and safety policies, Safeguarding (child, adult protection) policies
Information last updated: 23rd March 2023
Description:

"Providing affordable holidays for women and children since 1980"
The Women’s Holiday Centre is for women with or without children, on their own, or with friends. Women from all walks of life are welcome and visit regularly. The house offers a safe and friendly environment, where women and children can feel at home and get to know each other.

Women only space helps to increase women’s confidence, independence and self-esteem, giving them a greater sense of control over their lives, and more options to make positive changes. Large groups can make a “closed house” group booking and have the house to themselves. The house is an ideal place for holding skill-sharing workshops, training days or short courses.

The part B&B, part hostel style accommodation consists of a mix of private and shared bedrooms, plus two sitting rooms, a large playroom, large kitchen and garden. There is a very relaxed and informal self-catering arrangement, with vegetarian and vegan food provided. During mid-week term-times, the house can offer a quiet place that can be ideal for women recovering from various illnesses or stresses.

Disabled access is very basic at the moment, and we are hoping to raise funds for substantial alterations to improve this. In the meantime, we are committed to making smaller changes to improve access. Please contact us with any ideas or feedback, or to discuss any particular requirements.