Staff from Compaid and those helped by the charity visited Hever Castle & Gardens on 5 September as part of a fundraising partnership with Hever Castle Golf & Wellbeing.
Current Ladies Captain Paula Stack has chosen to support the organisation which helps disabled, older and other vulnerable people to overcome the barriers of social and digital exclusion, and to live their lives to the full as her charity for 2022.
Each year, thousands of people use Compaid’s digital skills training and accessible transport services in and around the South East of England.
Working in partnership with local authorities, housing associations, job centres and other charities, their staff and volunteers change lives for the better every day.
The group were able to enjoy the 150 acre stunning grounds and the historic Castle as part of their day.
Paula explained why she chose to support Compaid: “I wanted a local charity and I was very impressed by the way they looked after my friend’s mother who became disabled in later life. Having visited the day centre in Paddock Wood I was struck by the enjoyment everyone was getting from their day.”
Ife Disu from Compaid said: “Spending Monday at Hever Castle was a wonderful experience. Exploring the historic grounds and the beautiful gardens with the clients was truly heart-warming, and hearing their excitement throughout was the cherry on top. The number of photos we took is testament to how much fun we all had. We are so grateful to Hever Castle and their staff, Paula Stack of the Hever Castle Golf Club, and the volunteers from Cripps Pemberton Greenish who made this trip a great success for everyone who came along.”
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Within the grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, there are two opportunities for you to stay the night with us.
Hever Castle has played host to many important events and celebrations for over 600 years. In 1903 when William Waldorf Astor set about restoring Hever Castle to its former glory, he added the Astor Wing, to accommodate his family and guests, before creating a lake and the spectacular Italian Garden to house his impressive collection of ancient Greek and Roman statuary.
There are multiple places to eat & drink across the Hever Castle Estate. Select between the Castle & Gardens and Golf Club below to discover more.
Set in the mature grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, Hever Castle Golf Club is a 27 hole Kent golf course that will encourage and inspire all golf enthusiasts.
Set in the mature grounds of the Hever Castle Estate, the Wellbeing Centre consists of five smart treatment rooms.
