On Friday 22nd August, the Children’s Respite Trust welcomed families to our Summer Picnic in the beautiful grounds of the East Sussex National. The afternoon was filled with sunshine, games, and the chance for families to spend quality time together. Children enjoyed running around and taking part in activities, with siblings able to play alongside…
The last Sunday in July saw sunshine, laughter, and plenty of riverbank cheers as the Water Babe Warriors from Baldwin Boxall took on the 50th annual Lewes to Newhaven Raft Race – all to raise funds for charities close to their hearts, including the Children’s Respite Trust. The Water Babe Warriors, led by Dean, went…
At the Children’s Respite Trust, we’re committed to continually developing our knowledge and skills to give every child the best possible support. Recently, our Senior Early Years Educator, Sharron, took part in specialist training on speech and language difficulties, with a focus on developing communication for Autistic children. The course, run by All Things Inclusion…
We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that both Alfie and Harry were named winners at this year’s Child of Sussex Awards, held at Knockhatch Adventure Park on Friday 27th June. The event, hosted by More Radio, brought together inspiring children from across the county, all of whom have overcome extraordinary challenges or made a lasting impact…
Thank you so much to everyone who joined us on Saturday night for our Disco through the Decades – what a night it was! Thank you to The Fishermens Eastbourne for being fabulous hosts and to Tim of Alexander James Entertainment & Events for keeping us on the dance floor all evening. Thank you to…
Last week, a group of our young people from the Children’s Respite Trust Siblings Group were treated to a truly unforgettable experience, thanks to the incredible volunteers at the East Sussex Maritime Volunteer Service. Climbing aboard the East Sussex 1, the crew welcomed our siblings for an afternoon of sea air, smiles and steering the…
We are delighted to share that our recent Big Give campaign raised an incredible £10,088 thanks to the generosity of our amazing supporters, ambassadors, and match funding from Global’s Make Some Noise. This vital funding will help provide essential respite care for families across Sussex who are raising children with complex disabilities. From donations made…
Three Peaks Challenge 2025: An Incredible Effort for Children’s Respite Trust Over one extraordinary weekend, our incredible team of supporters took on the iconic Three Peaks Challenge, climbing the highest mountains in Scotland, England and Wales! Taking part in the challenge were Steve, Lucy, Adam and Trudi, along with Gavin and Rachel from the Children’s…
We are incredibly grateful to Simple Safety Advice and QR Safety for hosting their annual Charity Golf Day at the beautiful Sweetwoods Golf Course on Wednesday 25th June, raising an astounding £11,926 for the Children’s Respite Trust. The event, held during Small Charity Week, brought everyone together under glorious sunshine. Simple Safety were able to…
Netball and Quiz Fundraisers Support Children’s Respite Trust During Small Charity Week We’re so grateful to the fantastic team behind this year’s Battle Charity Netball Tournament, held on Saturday 10th May at Battle Sports Centre. Organised by Leah and Katie Isaac and Katie Meikle, the event brought together ten brilliant teams for a fun-filled day…
We are incredibly proud to share that two remarkable young people connected to the Children’s Respite Trust have been named finalists in this year’s Child of Sussex Awards. Alfie has been shortlisted for Achiever of the Year, in recognition of the phenomenal progress he’s made at our Little Stars Nursery. Diagnosed with autism at the…
Rachel and Gavin had the pleasure of attending Ian and Penny’s last Fizz on Foot sold out event before their well-deserved retirement. Guests were treated to a Wine Tasting evening at the Lansdowne Hotel with five delicious wines and charcuterie board. On arrival guests generously donated to and thereafter purchased tickets for a “Wheelbarrow of…
A Big Thank You to Uckfield Rotary Club and Our Wonderful Volunteers We were delighted to be invited by Uckfield Rotary Club a few weeks ago to join them on Uckfield High Street to raise awareness and funds for our work supporting children with disabilities and their families. Thanks to the generosity of local residents…
Three dedicated fundraisers have gone the extra mile—literally—to support the Children’s Respite Trust, raising over £2,000 by taking part in some of the UK’s most exciting running events. Amber Parker-Reid kicked off this remarkable effort by participating in the London Landmarks Half Marathon, where she raised a fantastic £630 for the charity. The event,…
Our Summer Soirée, held last Friday at The Grand Hotel, was a tremendous success, and it’s all thanks to you, our wonderful guests, sponsors, donors, and volunteers. From start to finish, the evening was filled with laughter, music, dancing, and generosity. We’re delighted to announce that together we raised an incredible £13,662 to support children with disabilities…
We’re delighted to share that the Children’s Respite Trust has received a generous donation of £1,000 from the Surrey Street Rodders as part of their 50th anniversary celebrations. Our CEO, Gavin Fisher, had the pleasure of meeting Jon and Mandy from the Surrey Street Rodders at this year’s Wheels Day on Good Friday. The event,…
We are thrilled to share the wonderful news that the Children’s Respite Trust Centre in Uckfield has been rated ‘Good’ across all areas in our first ever Ofsted inspection, carried out on 12th March 2025. This inspection took place during one of our Little Stars sessions, but we’re proud to say that the ‘Good’ judgement…
In March, the East Sussex National kindly hosted a Members Quiz Night and raised an incredible £570.70 for the Children’s Respite Trust. We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who took part and to all those who donated. Your generosity helps us continue providing essential care and support for disabled children…
There was a real buzz in the village of Isfield over the Easter bank holiday as The Laughing Fish welcomed families, friends and a few brave competitors for a day of fun in support of the Children’s Respite Trust. Gavin and Rachel from the Trust were invited along to help with the activities and share…
The Children’s Respite Trust is delighted to announce that thanks to a generous donation from the Uckfield Lions, we’ve been able to purchase an iPad for our Centre as part of our My Voice communication project. Already, the iPad is having a significant impact. It supports children with disabilities in accessing vital communication tools such…
