Gwennili Sailing Trust

Gwennili Sailing Trust







Contact details

Website: https://www.gwennili.org.uk
Affiliations page: https://www.gwennili.org.uk/affiliations

What this organisation does

Gwennili Sailing Trust is a sailing charity that works with a range of charities and organisations supporting disabled people, veterans, serving personnel, families and others who may benefit from accessible sailing and maritime activities. The organisation collaborates with specialist disability, military welfare and sailing organisations to widen access to opportunities on the water.
The Trust may be of interest to seafarers, former seafarers, fishers, veterans and family members who are looking for confidence-building activities, rehabilitation opportunities, personal development, social connections or inclusive sailing experiences. 

Who can use the service

Eligibility varies depending on the programme, activity or referral route.
The affiliations page indicates that Gwennili Sailing Trust works alongside organisations supporting:
  • Disabled people.
  • Blind and visually impaired people.
  • Armed Forces personnel.
  • Veterans and ex-service personnel.
  • Families of serving and former personnel.
  • Individuals recovering from injury or illness.
  • People seeking accessible sailing opportunities. 
Potential users should contact the Trust directly to confirm eligibility for specific sailing activities, events or programmes.

Support available

Based on the Trust's published affiliations and partnerships, support and opportunities may include:
  • Accessible sailing experiences.
  • Inclusive maritime activities for disabled participants.
  • Opportunities linked to rehabilitation and wellbeing.
  • Confidence-building and personal development through sailing.
  • Connections with specialist disability sailing organisations.
  • Opportunities for veterans and serving personnel to engage in sailing activities.
  • Partnership-led activities with welfare and maritime charities. 
The Trust works with a number of organisations including:
  • Disabled Sailors Association.
  • Disabled Sailing Association.
  • RYA Sailability.
  • Sailing Vision Trust.
  • Blind Veterans UK.
  • Combat Stress.
  • Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.
  • Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund.
  • Army Benevolent Fund.
  • Battle Back Programme.
  • Seafarer Support.

Features and benefits

For seafarers, fishers and their families, participation in inclusive sailing and maritime activities may provide:
  • Opportunities to remain connected with the maritime environment.
  • Improved wellbeing through outdoor activity.
  • Increased confidence and independence.
  • Social connection and peer support.
  • Accessible opportunities for people living with disabilities.
  • Pathways to specialist support through partner organisations.
  • Opportunities for veterans and former maritime workers to engage in meaningful activity. 

How to get help

  1. Visit the Gwennili Sailing Trust website.
  2. Review current sailing programmes, events and eligibility information.
  3. Contact the Trust directly using the details provided on their official contact page.
  4. If you are already receiving support from a partner charity, ask whether a referral or introduction to Gwennili Sailing Trust is available.
  5. Confirm any accessibility requirements before booking or attending activities.

Things to check before contacting them

Before making contact, it may be helpful to:
  • Confirm whether activities are available in your area.
  • Check any age or participation requirements.
  • Ask about accessibility arrangements.
  • Confirm whether carers, family members or companions can attend.
  • Check whether advance booking is required.
  • Confirm any costs, grants or funding support that may be available.
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