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Beyond the Wall

Framework Provider

Framework provider of day, evening and weekend activities for people with learning disabilities and autism

Beyond The Wall provides work and learning for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health difficulties, in a friendly and supportive environment.  Set in a beautiful 2 acre Victorian walled garden on the Thornham estate near Eye, we also have access to acres of woodland for exercise and nature study.

Our mission is to help people with additional needs to live the healthy and fulfilling life they want to lead, through…..

Nature – daily contact with the garden and or the surrounding woodlands

Health – encouraging healthy choices for people and the planet

Community – being part of the community, and the community feeling part of the garden

Gardening – learning horticulture as a life skill/work skill and helping maintain the garden for visitors to enjoy

Independence – doing things for yourself, proactively asking for help when needed and making informed choices.

We offer a range of different activities including;

Horticulture, Food Skills, Work Preparation, Life Skills, Personal and Social Development, Yoga and Health Walks, Leisure and Recreation.

 

 

Who to contact

Name
Karen Bleay
Position
Centre Manager
Telephone
01379 788 700
07513 181 782
Email
hello@beyondthewall.org.uk
Website
http://www.beyondthewall.org.uk
Social Media
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Address
The Walled Garden
Thornham Magna
Eye
Suffolk
Postcode
IP23 8HA

Additional contact

Name
Lisa Dennis
Position
Lead Support Worker
Telephone
01379788700
Email
lisa@beyondthewall.org.uk

Where to go

Name
Beyond the Wall
Address
The Walled Garden
Thornham Magna
Eye
Suffolk
Postcode
IP23 8HA
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Area served
Elmswell, Eye, Mid Suffolk, Thurston, Ipswich, Debenham, Stowmarket, West Suffolk, Ixworth, Needham Market, Bury St Edmunds
Venue Email
hello@beyondthewall.org.uk
Venue Website
https://www.beyondthewall.org.uk/
Parking available
Yes
Parking details
Plenty of parking space available.
Restrictions to access
Access is down a single track - please keep the 10mph limit and use the passing places provided
Notes

We are near the Norfolk border and 3 miles from Eye.  Our BTW Members come from a wide area of Suffolk and Norfolk, serving towns such as Diss, Bury St Edmunds, Stowmarket and Norwich.

Days & Times

Monday to Fridays
Time of day
Morning
Afternoon
Session Information
Sessions run from 9.15 am to 3pm Monday to Friday, (except Tuesdays which are 9.45 am to 3.30pm) Open year round except Bank Holidays, closed for 1 week at Christmas and Staff Training Days
Day sessions and half-day sessions (on request) available

Other details

Table of costs
Table of costs
AmountCost Type
£48/£54/£67.50
Cost Details
Daily session rate ranges from £48 to £67.50. Free trial day offered. BTW staff will assess level of support required by the member (e.g. personal care, 1 to 1 support with gardening tools etc) and the daily rate will then be quoted. Term-time only , college holidays only, and half-day options may also be available - please ask for more information.
Referral required?
No
Referral and availability notes

Referrals from Social Workers, GP's and other professionals or organisations are welcomed.  Members can also self-refer, or be referred by a family member or carer. 

Age Groups
16-25 years, Adults, Young people
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access, Adapted Toilet
Service users involved in planning
Yes
Service users are regularly consulted about their service, included in decisions and have regular Achievement Reviews with one member of staff who is their 'Key-Worker' for the duration of their placement.

Support for people with disabilities

Access Suffolk
Access Suffolk
Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities

Staff and volunteers are highly trained and supported in order to provide an exceptional service.  All staff and volunteers are training in safeguarding vulnerable adults, learning disabilities and mental health. 

Contact
Karen Bleay
Telephone
01379 788700
Email
admin@beyondthewall.org.uk
Conditions Supported
Autistic spectrum conditions
Communication difficulties
Health conditions
Learning difficulties
Mental health conditions
Physical disabilities
Sensory impairments

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