Chailey Heritage Foundation

Welcome to Chailey Heritage Foundation, a leading charity based in Lewes, East Sussex, dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young adults with complex disabilities. While not a traditional commercial gym, our facility serves as a comprehensive health and wellness hub, offering specialized therapeutic sports and rehabilitation services designed to enhance physical capability, independence, and quality of life for our community members.

Our state-of-the-art The Activity Place and specialist centers provide a wide array of tailored fitness and therapy programs. We pride ourselves on our expert multi-disciplinary team, which includes physiotherapists and activity specialists who deliver personalized support. Key offerings include Aquamovers, our inclusive parent-and-toddler aquatic sessions that build confidence and motor skills in water, and our renowned Hydrotherapy programs that leverage water resistance to improve muscle strength, flexibility, and spatial awareness in a safe, supportive environment.

For those seeking more advanced therapeutic recreation, we offer Hippotherapy (therapeutic horse riding), where the motion of the horse aids in improving stability, balance, and core strength, alongside Rebound Therapy using specialized trampolines to aid sensory integration and physical development. Our unique Immersive Space provides a controlled sensory environment ideal for relaxation and sensory processing activities, while Assistive Technology resources ensure every individual can engage fully in physical activities regardless of their abilities.

Beyond indoor facilities, our campus features the expansive Patchwork Farm, a working farm that offers hands-on, multi-sensory physical activities. Engaging with farm animals and the natural landscape provides real-world functional fitness opportunities and promotes mental well-being through connection with nature. Whether you are a family looking for recreational therapy, a student requiring specialized physical education, or an individual seeking independent living skills support, Chailey Heritage Foundation provides a nurturing, accessible, and vibrant community space.

Located in the beautiful Sussex countryside, our campus also includes residential homes and a community café, fostering a holistic approach to well-being. We invite you to explore our services, from short-break residential stays to community classes, all aimed at empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Visit us to experience how our specialized sports and therapeutic activities can make a life-changing difference for you or your loved ones.

Chailey Heritage Foundation: Reviews

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Philip Burgess Published on 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: A great shame that the part of Chailey the heritage North of theA272 the was closed many years ago. One wonders did we at that time need yet another housing estate especially in such a rural area. Surely that part of the heritage played a crucial role in part looking after its patients of whom one was my elder sister who sadly died in1972. We need housing yes but hospital type establishments are also important.

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