Outward

23/04/2026

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We're thrilled to announce that Outward is a finalist in the Workforce Development Award category at the Housing With Care Awards! 🏆

This recognition celebrates our commitment to building an exceptional workforce that delivers outstanding care and support every day.

Follow our journey!

23/04/2026

Spring has sprung at Nutley Edge 🌷 Last week, we hosted our first arts and crafts holiday of the year! We kicked things off with afternoon tea 🍰 and an Easter egg hunt 🐣, followed by an Easter arts workshop 🎨 and a cosy evening with roast chicken dinner and Harry Potter ✨

On Tuesday, we enjoyed a full day of arts and crafts 🖌️ We decorated tote bags to celebrate Autism Awareness Month 💙, painted key rings and puzzles, and finished the day with our usual karaoke night 🎤

Wednesday took us to Brighton 🌊 We visited Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, explored the exhibits, joined in with activities, dressed up for silly photos, went shopping, enjoyed the pier, and ended the day with dinner at a Mexican restaurant 🌮

On Thursday, Bel from the Forest School joined us 🌿 We decorated butterflies for our bug hotel, made leaf imprints in clay, and used plants found in the forest. In the evening, guests relaxed in the sunshine at Nutley Edge and received their certificates 📜

We finished the week with a visit to East Grinstead Museum 🏛️, where guests learned more about the town’s history and had fun dressing up for more photos!

What a lovely week full of creativity, sunshine, and new friendships ☀️💛

17/04/2026

Holly is running the 2026 London Marathon! 🏃‍♀️💙

She’s taking on the challenge to support adults with learning disabilities, autistic people, older people, and young people at risk to live independently.

The money raised will help the Waltham Forest Outreach team secure a new venue for their drop-ins, art sessions and music groups 🎨🎶 after their current space closes in May.

For many people, this space is more than just a room — it’s a lifeline, a place to connect, and a place to belong 🤝✨

Any support or donation would mean so much. Thank you for helping make a difference 💛

Donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/holly-robertson-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA

31/03/2026

Last week, we hosted our first ever Harry Potter Week and Weekend Activity Break and what a success it was! The week started off with a lunch out and a Harry Potter Quiz in the evening. On Tuesday we had visit from Owls and Raptors Centre and our guests got to meet some owls up close. In the afternoon, we had a Wizarding Workshop, where we made potions. Finished day two off with our karaoke party and some of our guests had some amazing Harry Potter costumes with them!

We went on a day trip to Bodiam Castle on the Wednesday, and we were blessed with sunshine and amazing weather. We wandered around the castle, some of us even climbed the highest tower, and took loads of funny pictures. We ended the day in the local pub with some drinks and fish and chips.

On the Thursday, we had Bel from the Forest School come in and do some wizard crafts. We made our own wands with sticks from the forest and decorated them, as well as making our own magic spells. The day finished with a hat ceremony, where we put everyone into their own Hogwarts House. On the way home from Nutley Edge, we finished the week off with some bowling and some of our guests got multiple strikes.

It was an absolutely magical week and we can’t wait to do it all again next year!

Email activitybreaks@outward.org.uk and someone from the team will get in touch with you.























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26/03/2026

Holly is running the 2026 London Marathon to support adults with learning disabilities, autistic people, older people, and young people at risk to live independently.

The money raised will help the Waltham Forest Outreach team secure a new venue for drop‑ins, art and music groups after their current space closes in May.

For many people, this space is a lifeline and their main way to feel connected and part of a community. Any support or donation would mean so much.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/holly-robertson-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA

Help Holly Robertson raise money to support Outward

25/03/2026

👏👏

A painless new method of conducting blood tests in people with learning disabilities is currently being trialled by the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT).

11/03/2026

April is now fully booked but we got more spaces in May for our Sightseeing and History and Mystery Holidays!

Sightseeing Activity Break: 11th to 15th of May - £1,440

History and Mystery Activity Break: 18th to 22nd of May - £1,440

The holidays will have day trips to local steam trains, castles and museums in East Sussex. Everything is included from our pick up to drop off. All meals, accommodation (guests will have their own room with comfy double bed), all activities and 1:4 staffing. We can arrange 1:1 support at an additional cost if that's needed.

Email activitybreaks@outward.org.uk and someone from the team will get in touch with you.

26/02/2026

Need a break? Nutley Edge Supported Holidays. See our Supported holidays calendar or read more about what we do.

Our holidays Calendar: https://www.outward.org.uk/calendar-view/?id=46389612&full=1&ajaxCalendar=1&mo=2&yr=2026

https://www.outward.org.uk/supported-holidays/

21/01/2026

Are you a foodie, a Harry Potter fan, and looking for a supported holiday for adults with learning disabilities this March?

We’ve still got a few spaces left on our supported holidays:

🍳 9–13 March – Food Lovers Holiday
Perfect if you want to learn to cook or simply enjoy delicious food in great company.

🪄 16–20 March – Harry Potter Holiday
Fully booked – waiting list available for any witches and wizards in the making.

✨ 20–23 March – Harry Potter Weekend Break
A magical short break for Harry Potter lovers.

These are supported holidays for adults with learning disabilities, and from the moment you arrive at our pick-up point in East London or near Nutley Edge until you return home, everything is taken care of – just bring your spending money.

📩 Email: activitybreaks@outward.org.uk
🌐 Book or find out more: https://www.outward.org.uk/supported-holidays/book/

Adventure awaits!

13/01/2026

✨ 2026 is bringing big adventures!✨

We’re so excited to launch Nutley Edge Activity Weekend Breaks - part of our amazing Supported Holidays for adults with learning disabilities or autism, designed for fun, friendship, and discovery! 🌿

🗓 Upcoming Weekends:

🦓 Mad About Animals - Feb 20–23 | 7 spots left!
🪄 Harry Potter Weekend - Mar 20–23 | 5 spots left!

💸 £750 for a Friday–Monday escape at the beautiful Nutley Edge.

Looking for respite-supported holidays to relax for the weekend or make some exciting plans? We’ve got you covered. just get in touch! 💬

📧 Email activitybreaks@outward.org.uk for details or to book your spot. Read more about our Supported Holidays here: https://www.outward.org.uk/supported-holidays/

21/11/2025

More Spaces Available on our December Holiday!

Due to cancellations, we have some spaces available on our December Christmas Holiday at Nutley Edge. The cost is £1,345 per person and the spaces available is for someone who can receive shared support and can stay in a cottage with another guest of the same gender.

Please get in touch if you know someone who want to attend the holiday. We have lots of fun activities planned!

📆 2026 Activity Break Dates:

🎄Christmas: 4th to 8th of December - £1,345 per person (2 spots available)
🎁 Christmas: 15th to 19th of December - £1,345 per person (Short Waiting List)

Please email activitybreaks@outward.org.uk if you’re interested or enquire on our website: https://lnkd.in/eiuRzEck

Adventure awaits!

19/11/2025

Last week, we came together to celebrate an important milestone in our history, as Outward marked 50 years of empowering people and turning dreams into reality.

The celebration was full of music, memories and proud moments. We watched a meaningful video that looked back on our 50-year story and highlighted the people who shaped our journey, starting with our earliest service users and their unforgettable experiences. The entire room was surrounded by the inspiring artwork created by the people we support, filling the space with colour and creativity.

The night was made truly special by the talent within our own team. Two colleagues, Malin and Thabo, delivered an outstanding live music performance, and the whole room was on its feet applauding. Another colleague, Samina, delighted everyone with homemade desserts. One of the people we support, Sarah, gave a remarkable piano recital. With no formal training, her performance was the result of pure talent and dedication.

During the evening, we recognised team members who have been with us for 25 years or more and presented them with certificates to honour their dedication. We were pleased to be joined by Councillor Anya Sizer, Deputy Cabinet Member for Families, Early Years and SEND Hackney, who kindly offered her reflections and celebrated with us.

Catering was provided by Fat Macy’s, a social enterprise that offers pathways into employment and support to help people build the lives they deserve, perfectly reflecting the spirit of the evening. Thank you to Wendy for taking photos for and Crismon Mobile Bar for providing refreshments.

A big thank you to everyone who came to celebrate with us. Here’s to the next 50 years of achieving dreams together.