What can we expect staying in a Landmark?
All Landmark Trust properties are self-catering, with a well-equipped kitchen. There is everything you need for modern life, but we do not provide TVs, landline phones, internet access or Wifi (check the individual Landmark building details for information on mobile phone signal strength). Landmarks are well-furnished with comfortable furniture, space to eat together, and a selection of books and indoor games. Children are always welcome and most buildings allow dogs.
Each Landmark is looked after by a designated Housekeeper who will prepare for your stay. The beds will be made up for your arrival and one large towel and a face towel is provided for each person staying. All buildings have electricity, background heating and hot water.
Why can’t individuals apply for 50 for Free?
Applications must be made from charities themselves. We rely on charities to validate that these free stays are reaching those who will most benefit from them.
Why are the stays in November and not the summer/school holidays?
Landmark relies on its holiday letting income to pay for the future maintenance of its buildings under a finely balanced business model. Sadly, we could not meet the challenges of our core mission were we to offer stays within peak seasons.
Why are raffle or auction prizes not qualifying purposes for 50 for Free?
We want to make sure these breaks are allocated those who need them most through a fair selection process, rather than being allocated by chance or according to personal circumstances.
Are there phones in Landmark’s buildings? TVs? Internet access? Wifi?
No to all of the above, in line with the preferences of most of those who stay in our buildings. Some people choose to take a radio or TV with them, although the remoteness of some of our buildings means we cannot always guarantee reception.
Can we bring a dog?
Many Landmarks allow guests to bring dogs and these include a number of 50 for Free properties. Landmark also waives the £20 per dog charge for 50 for Free participants. A maximum of two dogs are permitted at any Landmark.
Registered Assistance dogs are permitted at Landmarks that do not usually allow dogs. Proof of certification will be required in advance. Safety information will be provided by the Bookings Enquiry team in this instance to alert dog owners to the possible dangers e.g. steep drops, farm animals etc.
Is there mobile signal?
Not always, especially in our more remote buildings. Please check with us if important to you before selecting a property. Mobile signal guide can also be found on each of the property pages.
What would I do in an emergency?
Landmark guests are given the contact details of the Housekeeper if they need assistance. Local emergency information is provided in the red folder in each Landmark.
How many people can stay?
The buildings offered sleep between 4 and 14 people, but please look carefully at the floor plans included in the building’s page on the website to see how many bedrooms there are in each 50 for Free Landmark. Not everyone in your group may wish to share a bedroom. Groups must not exceed the maximum capacity of the Landmark.
How do we get to your buildings?
Some of the 50 for Free buildings are in town centres and can be reached by public transport and on foot (for example Bath Tower, Elton House, Princelet Street and The Grange). Some are more remote and you will need to drive or be driven to.
Does the Landmark Trust provide or pay for food or travel during the stay?
No, you (or the organisation applying on your behalf) must provide all food and arrange travel during your stay. All our buildings are self catering so you will need to bring your food with you or buy it locally.
What does the Landmark Trust pay for?
Landmark provides the building for your stay absolutely free. This includes: all background heating, hot water, electricity and reasonable cleaning at the end of your stay. The beds will be made up for your arrival and there will be clean towels.
What do I need to bring?
Things people like to bring when visiting Landmark’s buildings include: A radio, walking boots, wellies, favourite recipe book, torch, waterproof coat, outdoor games.
Are your buildings suitable for people in a wheelchair / of limited mobility?
Wherever possible, we adapt our buildings for full accessibility and many have ground floor bedrooms and bathrooms. However, as is the nature of old buildings, they include features that may not be easy for those in a wheelchair or of limited mobility, like changes of floor level, or steep, narrow staircases.
We encourage you to look carefully at the floor plans of each building on our website, and if you are in any doubt or have any questions, just get in touch with our knowledgeable Bookings Enquiries team on [email protected] or by phone 01628 825925.