Alan Shearer Short Break Centre

The Alan Shearer Short Break Centre offers specialised breaks, from overnight to longer stays, for children and adults with a range of disabilities.

Our dedicated staff are trained in caring for people with profound and multiple disabilities, autism and Asperger's Syndrome.

We offer skilled and experienced support for those with additional health or medical needs and those who require specialist care.

Facilities include specialised, profile beds, two Caldy Hannah Cot beds and adapted bathrooms. Overhead tracking and hoists are available throughout the centre's bedrooms and bathing areas. 

The centre also provides full, free access to the Alan Shearer Activity Centre, a specialist leisure and social centre, located on the lower floor.  Activities available include our recently extended and refurbished hydrotherapy pool, giant ball pool, sensory rooms, creative music room and accessible grounds and gardens with an adapted playground. There is also an on-site cafe.

To see facilities, meet staff and discuss individual needs call Gareth Bainbridge on 0191 267 8128 or email at gareth.bainbridge@stcuthbertscare.org.uk.