Time away gives families a respite break together. We provide an annual holiday where children and parents can relax, have fun, and make lasting memories together.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our fundraisers, and in particular, the dedicated work of our Emyr Owen branch in Porthcawl and the family and friends of Chloe Evans, Latch is able to offer families the use of our seaside caravans free of charge.
Our caravans are located in two beautiful coastal spots: Trecco Bay in Porthcawl and Kiln Park in Tenby. Both locations offer stunning surroundings and plenty of family-friendly activities.
Trecco Bay in Porthcawl
By removing the financial burden of a holiday, we ensure that every family we support can enjoy these seaside getaways during what is often one of the most challenging times of their lives.
These moments offer joy and comfort during the most difficult of times. Latch is here for childhood cancer in Wales, providing support beyond the hospital walls.
Whether it’s enjoying walks on the beach, exploring local attractions, or simply spending quality time together, these breaks provide a welcome opportunity for families to reconnect and experience the joy of normal family life.
Kiln Park, Tenby
These holidays are about more than just taking a break, they’re about creating lasting memories that will be cherished forever.
"The week before I went back to work and Lacie went back to school, we used the Latch caravan in Kiln Park, Tenby. It was lovely. When we arrived, Latch had put £250 into my account for spending money. They provided guest passes so you could use all the facilities, including the entertainment which Lacie loved. Lacie didn’t want to leave!"
Jess
Lacie's mum
There are also a number of other charities that offer support for families with respite care and holidays for the family.
Below is a list of charities. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and Latch does not take responsibility for ensuring that these suggestions will be appropriate for everyone.
You are advised to conduct your own research to ensure that the venue and accommodation is suitable for your own child/ young person and family’s requirements.
After Umbrage offer free four-day breaks for carers in their holiday cottages outside Bath. This offer is also for carers within their first year of bereavement too.
Caudwell Children provides family support services, including funded short breaks for children.
Calum’s Cabin provides short breaks in Rothesay, Argyll, for use by families who have a child suffering from cancer or a cancer related disease.
Destination Florida specialises in organising holidays to Florida for children between the ages of 7 – 15 who have missed out on the fun and laughter of childhood due to illness.
Dreams Come True fulfil dreams for children who are living with a disability, serious illness or life limiting condition.
Dream Makers Children’s Charity focus their support or children who are terminally ill, severely disabled or suffer from a life-threatening illness.
Dreamflight is UK charity that changes young lives through taking children with a serious illness or disability, on the holiday of a lifetime to Orlando, Florida.
The Ellen MacArthur Trust takes young people aged 8-24 from all over the UK on sailing trips to help inspire them in rebuilding confidence after being diagnosed with cancer.
The Emily Ash Trust run days and short breaks for children suffering with cancer and their families.
Family Fund offers grants to lower income families with disabled or seriously ill children for holidays as well as things that make life easier and more enjoyable.
Heswall Disabled Children’s Holiday Fund hosts annual summer camps for disabled children aged 9-15.
Holibobs provides holidays to children and young adults diagnosed with cancer or leukaemia up to the age of 19, living in Wales.
Holiday Homes Trust is a national charity, dedicated to providing low-cost self-catering caravan accommodation for families. They cater for people with a disability, illness as well as low or single-income families.
The Kids Cancer Charity provide programmes for families of children with cancer to have a break.
Lennox Children's Cancer Fund provide respite breaks for children who have been diagnosed with cancer and their families.
Make-a-Wish brings light and joy to children and their loved ones by granting wishes for children who has been diagnosed with a critical condition.
The Newman Holiday Trust provide holidays for children with disabilities and additional needs.
Over the Wall run camps for children and young people with health challenges and disabilities.
The Oliver Curd Trust provide fully equipped holiday accommodation to UK families with children who have cancer and other life threatening illnesses.
Rays of Sunshine grants wishes which can include a holiday for seriously ill children and their families.
Round Table Children’s Wish grant ‘handcrafted’ wishes for children and young people aged 4-17 with life threatening illnesses.
The Sandcastle Trust provides days out for families affected by rare genetic conditions, aiming to create positive memories and offer a respite from daily challenges.
Variety, the Children’s Charity provides grants for equipment and experiences, including days out, to improve the lives of disabled and disadvantaged children.
When You Wish upon a Star grants wishes to children aged 4-16 with a life-threatening illness.
The Youth Cancer Trust offer holidays for young people (aged 14 to 30) living with or beyond cancer.
