Frequently Asked Questions
What are the criteria for an Anam Cara Fasgadh holiday?
Anam Cara Fasgadh supports families bereaved through the death of a baby, child or young person. Families who have experienced such bereavement are eligible for a free break or holiday with Anam Cara Fasgadh.
How do I apply for a break or holiday with Anam Cara Fasgadh?
You will need to send your name and contact details to Irene at info@anamcarafasgadh.org. She will send you our information form.
You will also need a referrer and will be asked to provide contact details for them.
Why do I have to have a Referrer?
To ensure families receive the support they may need we ask that all the families have a supporting reference by someone working with them in a supporting role. This ensures we offer breaks and holidays to those who most need our help and ensures families can access support if they need it prior to and after their break.
Referrers include:
GPs
Community health teams
Health visitors
Hospital Staff
Schools
Social Work
Children / family services departments
Police
Our Charity Partners
Housing associations
MPs
MSPs
Religious Leaders
You should not be related to the referrer or have a close personal friendship.
How many can stay in the Anam Cara Fasgadh caravan?
The caravan can comfortably sleep 4 people and with the double sofa bed in the lounge can sleep up to 6 people. Our caravan has has a master en-suite bedroom with a Kingsize bed, a twin-bedded room and a double sofa bed.
Can I bring guests?
If your family unit is 4 or less, you are welcome to bring guests but must not exceed the number of guests catered for in the caravan. If you have friends or family who would like to stay the same week as you please visit https://www.traleebay.co.uk/ for their fees for their caravans, lodges, glamping lodges and cottage.
Can I bring a pet?
Our caravan is Pet Free ~ to speak to local boarding kennels, please contact info@anamcarafasgadh.org for a list.
Do I have to live in the UK to be eligible for an Anam Cara Fasgadh holiday?
We support families across the whole of the UK and families must be residents of the UK to meet the criteria for a break or holiday.
How often can I take an Anam Cara Fasgadh holiday?
Due to demand, families who have had a break with Anam Cara Fasgadh will be required to wait 2 years before applying again. Exceptions to this will be if a family has cancelled a week at short notice and we have been unable to offer it to a new family.
Why does the Application Form ask for the ages of my children?
Our Welcome Packs are hand packed and we will source items that are age appropriate. We will also leave library books that are age appropriate.
What is in the caravan?
Fully equipped kitchen with a fridge-freezer and microwave
Two bedrooms, each sleeping two people, plus a sofa bed in the lounge
Shower room with bath and toilet
En-suite toilet in master bedroom
Lounge with seating area, TV with DVD player
Duvets, pillows and bed linen
Towels
Cot and highchair (please ensure you request this if you need it)
Fire extinguisher, fire blanket and smoke & heat alarm
Welcome Pack
Wi-Fi courtesy of Tralee Bay Holidays
What on-site facilities are there?
The caravan is situated on Tralee Bay Holidays, in the rural village of Benderloch. This is a private 5-star family owned site situated in 26 acres of woodland overlooking beautiful Ardmucknish Bay. The village is 8 miles north of Oban. On site there is a playpark with zip wire, a putting green, fly fishing pond (on a catch & release policy or £6 per fish), BBQ area, a slipway for launching boats, and an award-winning takeaway fish & chip shop.
In the village there is a local supermarket and a café and bookshop, and various honesty boxes nearby with local produce.
Is the cleaning service COVID-19 compliant?
Anam Cara Fasgadh has chosen to use Tralee Bay Holiday’s cleaning and change-over service and all units are deep cleaned and thoroughly disinfected. Their cleaners wear protective overalls and gloves and use disposable cloths to clean each unit.
What do I need to take with me?
Your packing checklist should include:
Booking confirmation
Warm clothes
Midge repellant
Toiletries
Food and drinks
Swimming costumes, sun cream, sun hats
How will we get there?
You need to make your own travel arrangements. Please check the best route before your holiday. To check https://www.theaa.com/route-planner/route to plan your car journey and enter your destination as Tralee Bay Holidays, Benderloch, Oban, UK.
If you are travelling by public transport, book as soon as you can for the cheapest fares. Please note that you can get a train to Oban or Connel then will need to get a bus or taxi to Benderloch.
For information contact your local bus or rail stations or:
www.nationalrail.co.uk Tel: 03457 48 49 50
www.nationalexpress.com Tel: 0871 781 8181
www.travelinescotland.com 0871 200 22 23
What happens if I cannot go?
Please contact us immediately by email or by phoning 01631564437 if you cannot go on your break. We will offer your dates to another family and try to source another time for you to go.
I have a Question that is not answered here.
Please contact us via info@anamcarafasgadh.org with any other questions you have.