September 09, 2025

Guided Holidays

14 minutes

In Touch visits the Lake District and tags along to Ellie Bennet's holiday. Ellie booked a sighted guide through a free guiding service called Cambrian Visions. Cumbrian Visions provides visually impaired holiday makers with a guide to accompany them on their various activities. There is also a similar service happening in Devon, called The Cliffden Buddies, which came first. Julian Griffen, of The Cliffden Buddies and Lee Hodgson of Cumbrian Visions tell In Touch about their services and how it all got started.

For more information:

Cumbrian Visions

Founder and Coordinator: Lee Hodgson

Tel: 07976 669708

Email: [email protected]

Cliffden Buddies

Founder and Coordinator: Jules Griffen

Tel: 07500 206948

Email: [email protected]

Presenter: Peter White

Producer: Beth Hemmings

Production Coordinator: Kim Agostino

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