We gift short breaks to people with a palliative diagnosis at the time they need it most.

How it works

A Bit of a Break provides free self-catering breaks for people receiving palliative care and those closest to them. Our work is currently in the North of England along the M62 corridor from Liverpool in the west across to Hull in the east. People are referred to us by their palliative health/care team, and every break is gifted by generous property owners. The type of accommodation, location and timing is carefully matched to suit individual needs.

Referred by a health or care professional

Matched with a suitable property

Enjoy a
break

Guest stories

Real breaks. Real moments. Real impact.

This was time away to recharge and be ourselves without a care in the world! Time to breathe! Time to gain strength ready for the next round of treatment. Time with family is just so precious.

The break gave us something positive to look forward to and a chance to spend quality time together away from hospital appointments, worry and everyday pressures. Being in such a peaceful place helped us relax and reconnect as a family.

My children carry a lot of worry about my illness and this break gave them chance to simply be children again. Having time to explore and laugh together really lifted their spirits. The holiday gave our family a sense of normality, hope and precious time together that we will always remember. Thank you.

This break was exactly what we needed after an incredibly tough past 20 months. Fresh air, beautiful accommodation, fab surroundings and family time together made for a great reset. It meant the world for us to get away from reality.