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Wall of Love

Read heartfelt stories from unpaid carers who found comfort and support following their break.

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Rowena
It’s important to me because it’s time to myself. I even enjoyed the rail journey because it’s just me. I book the spa in Bath when I go and come back feeling relaxed. The hotel is lovely, and all the staff are really friendly and helpful.
May 18, 2026
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Ally
My husband and I were able to relax and spend quality time together without Dad constantly phoning me when he knows I'm home.
Mar 27, 2026
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Simon
The President Hotel’s staff were very welcoming and helpful. The two night stay afforded me the chance to have a break from providing care to my parents, giving me the opportunity to do something for me. I am a keen film fan, so this gave me the chance to visit the South Bank, the BFI IMAX and the Design Museum’s Wes Anderson exhibition. It was an entirely rejuvenating experience and one I’m incredibly grateful to Carefree for facilitating. Thank you!
Jan 28, 2026
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Lisa
I will be leaving a review on TripAdvisor - the break was great, hotel staff, food and facilities were wonderful. I felt seen and heard for one night. Thank you. Big thanks to Trish in the health suite - outstanding customer service!
Jan 27, 2026
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Kim
The break gave me something to look forward to, which helped me focus when I felt stressed. I was able to get some much-appreciated rest on my break and just reset mentally.
Jan 5, 2026
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Tracy
I could feel my mood lift as soon as we left home and travel to our hotel. The staff at the Manor house were friendly and the hotel looked lovely for Christmas. I was able to truly relax and not think about my caring role. It was great to get up late and have breakfast prepared for us. Thanks to Carefree breaks I was able to enjoy my husband's company in peaceful surroundings. I returned home feeling refreshed and in a different mindset to care for my mother.
Dec 17, 2025
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Suzanne
It would only have cost slightly more to book a cheap night away at this time of the year. It was not really the money. It was the physiology that I was being given a night away for me. This seemed easier to say and easier for me to not feel guilty about, why I was having a night away rather than saying “I need a break from you “.
Dec 16, 2025
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Julia
The welcome at the hotel made me feel very welcomed and special, it was great to have breakfast included, I felt very spoilt . Was a world away from the demands on my life. Thank you President Hotel, London
Nov 19, 2025
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Samantha
I connected with my aunt who lives a long way away and don't see very often. It was so lovely seeing her and catching up in person. It meant the world to me to be able to do that.
Oct 7, 2025
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Kerry
This break was a godsend. I was so run down, but after a break, I feel so recharged. Thank you!
Jun 25, 2025
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Maurice
The village hotel in Swindon was perfect, as it was my home town gave me the opportunity to visit old friends and relations some of who not seen in 50years. Thank you very much
Jun 23, 2025
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Kim
Before the Carefree Break I was feeling overwhelmed by everything, even the small things. Knowing I was going on a break gave me something to look forward to. While I was away I was able to switch off a bit and reset. I have come back genuinely feeling refreshed. The staff at Rising Sun hotel in Cheltenham were friendly and welcoming. I really did enjoy my stay. Thank you
Jun 23, 2025