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New holiday offer for families  

Latch and Bluestone launch new holiday offer for families  

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We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Bluestone National Park Resort to offer free holidays to families affected by childhood cancer.  

At Latch, holidays are a long-established part of the wellbeing support we offer, providing children, parents, and siblings the opportunity to relax, have fun, and create lasting memories together during what is often one of the most challenging periods a family can face.  

This new formal partnership builds on the strong relationship already established between Latch and Bluestone. In 2025, Bluestone hosted a special Christmas Party for families supported by the charity living in West Wales. 

"We're delighted to be partnering with Bluestone National Park Resort for our new holiday offer for Latch families,” said Menai Owen-Jones, CEO of Latch. “The resort has so much to offer families in all weathers and is located in a beautiful part of Pembrokeshire. 

“A holiday can make a profound difference to the wellbeing of families affected by childhood cancer. Latch's aim is to ensure that every family we are currently supporting has the opportunity to benefit from a holiday, regardless of a family's financial circumstances.” 

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Sarah Chapman, Sales and Marketing Director at Bluestone said: 

“We are so pleased to strengthen our relationship with Latch and we are proud to work with them. We look forward to welcoming the families to Bluestone, offering them the opportunity to enjoy our resort, away from hospital appointments and treatment schedules, and giving them time to relax, explore and enjoy nature. 

“A childhood cancer diagnosis is an extremely difficult and stressful time for families. Our hope is that these breaks give families space to breathe, make memories and feel supported during an incredibly challenging journey.” 

The five-star holiday resort is made for family holidays. Come rain or shine, Bluestone serves up a jam-packed schedule of activities and entertainment. Boasting luxury lodges, unlimited access to the Blue Lagoon – Bluestone’s subtropical indoor water park, imaginative play areas, adventurous activities and a wellness spa, there is something for everyone. 

Our new free holiday offer launched today includes full cost of a Bluestone holiday lodge accommodation, complimentary hire of a Bluestone golf buggy for the duration of the stay  
(subject to availability and a valid UK driving licence) and access to any complimentary activities offered by Bluestone. Holidays are for current Latch families and for immediate family (child, parents, siblings, and carers). 

The legacy of Emyr and Chloe 

For many years, Latch supported families through complimentary seaside caravan holidays in Wales. These holidays were made possible entirely through community generosity, and the remarkable commitment of families who wanted to give something meaningful back to others facing childhood cancer.  

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In particular, the families and friends of Emyr Owen and Chloe Evans, alongside their local communities, played a central role in sustaining this provision. Through their efforts families supported by Latch were able to stay at caravans in Trecco Bay, Porthcawl and Kiln Park, Tenby.  

These holidays offered comfort, laughter, and precious time together after long periods of treatment and uncertainty.

The legacy of Emyr and Chloe has helped to shape Latch’s approach to family holidays today. 

Further information 

 For Latch families 

For more details about eligibility or availability please speak with your social worker or contact the Latch office at info@latchwales.org. 

More information can be found too on the Latch holiday pages.

 

About Bluestone National Park Resort 

For more information about Bluestone please visit: www.bluestonewales.com  

Frequently asked questions

How to book 

To access a Latch holiday: 

  • Speak with your Latch social worker, or
  • Contact the Latch office directly by emailing info@latchwales.org  

Our team will talk through availability, eligibility, and next steps with you. 

Latch holidays are available to families currently supported by Latch. Our aim is to ensure that every family has the opportunity to benefit from time away together, regardless of financial circumstances. 

If you’re unable to attend 

If medical reasons mean you cannot attend your holiday, please let Latch know as soon as possible and at least 48 hours before the start of your break: 

  • Friday arrival: notify by the Wednesday before
  • Monday arrival: notify by the Friday before. 

Latch will try to re-arrange the holiday where possible, though this cannot be guaranteed.  

  • Food, drinks, or paid-for activities
  • Day passes for visiting guests
  • Accommodation for anyone outside the immediate family. 

Any additional costs are the responsibility of the family and are arranged directly with Bluestone. 

  • Full cost of holiday lodge accommodation covered by Latch
  • Holidays for immediate family only (parents, siblings, and carers)
  • Complimentary hire of a Bluestone golf buggy for the duration of the stay 
    (subject to availability and a valid UK driving licence)
  • Access to any complimentary activities offered by Bluestone
  • One holiday per calendar year per family. 

Holidays take place during school term time only, with arrival and departure on: 

  • Monday–Friday, or
  • Friday–Monday. 

All holidays are subject to availability.