Phab

Phab is a national charity supporting social activities and sports for children and adults of all ages and abilities in England and Wales.

Our clubs and holiday projects are fully inclusive and can be accessed by everyone.

Charity No. 283931

The beginning of Phab can be traced back to 1957 and a holiday course at the National Association of Youth Clubs at Avon Tyrrell in Hampshire. A young disabled man named Terry Rolfe made a speech: he asked for “opportunity, not pity” for disabled people. He asked simply that those with disabilities be given a chance to share in a programme of exciting activities on equal terms with non-disabled people. Out of this discussion, Phab was born. Mary Robinson, the director of the course, became the founder.

Today Phab supports a network of around 175 clubs in all ranges for people with and without disabilities, offering activities which all members can share and enjoy together. Phab also organises inclusive living experiences at fully accessible outdoor centres at various locations. During 2017, Phab is celebrating its Diamond Jubilee. The charity continues to inspire and support people of all ages to make more of life together.