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Ayrshire - Relais & Chateaux, Glenapp Castle

  • AA Hotel of the Year for Scotland and Northern Ireland in 2005-6, and the ‘Which’ Good Food Guide Scottish Restaurant of the Year in 2007.
    In January of this year, the castle was awarded a much coveted Michelin Star, and now, to cap a remarkable season, the AA has given the castle its ultimate rating of five red stars.
  • Scottish Tourist Board designation of `Assisted Wheelchair Access for Residents`.
    The castle has been the home of the Cowan family since 1994. For six years their full time occupation has been the restoration and conversion of the castle and its thirty acres of magnificent gardens. That work is now finished and Glenapp has been restored to its rightful glory.

    Berkshire - Savill Garden - Windsor Great Park

  • The garden, restaurant and shop are accessible for wheelchair users.
  • Wheelchairs are also available for use by garden visitors.
  • Carers are admitted free of charge.

  • In 1932 Sir Eric Savill started the Savill Garden from an undeveloped area of the Great Park. It has become world renowned for its wonderful collections of plants which give such spectacular spring displays; the formal rose garden and herbaceous borders in summer; the fiery colours of autumn and the misty vistas of winter.

    Berkshire - Wellington Country Park

    Disabled friendly but we do have gravel paths aroud the Park.
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Accessible Cafe
  • Fishing Platform
  • Nature Trail for the Disabled
    Only an hour from London, and near to Reading and Basingstoke, Wellington Country Park is a perfect choice for the whole family.

    Featuring 350 acres of woodland, parkland and lakes, the Park is part of the estate of the Duke of Wellington, and is close to Stratfield Saye House, home of the Dukes of Wellington

    Blackpool - The Crown Plaza Hotel

    This is a specialist hotel and caters for all disabilities.
    The Crown Plaza Hotel is a award winning Hotel having won the Gold Hoast Award from Blackpool Tourism
  • All bedrooms are equipped with an emergency call system
  • Some bedrooms are equipped with large wet rooms with wheel-in showers and seat
  • Talking lifts to all floors.
  • Special diets can be catered for by appointment, but please give 24 hours notice.
  • Door to door collection and “pick-ups” from bus/rail station can be arranged at extra charge.

    The Crown Plaza Hotel is ideally situated in a prime location on Blackpool Promenade. As our guest, you will enjoy the quality, comfort and service reserved for the best family hotels.

    The hotel is within easy walking distance of the town centre, theatre and local shops. Blackpool`s famous trams stop opposite.

    Bristol - Winford Manor Hotel

  • All disabled guests are able to use the main entrance into the hotel with level access and automatic doors opening on to the reception area.
  • Three disabled parking bays are located directly outside the main entrance.
  • The floor surfaces throughout the ground floor are ceramic tiles and short pile carpet.
  • The hotel is located with hand rails throughout the hotel and there is a lift to the 1st floor.
  • The Atrium & Bar are provided with seats with and without back supports and armrests and table service is available. The hotel’s staff is made available to advise any persons that require assistance with the menus however, large print menus and wine lists are also available on request.
  • The hotel caters for all catering dietary requirements.
  • All floors are provided with fire doors that are held open on automatic magnets connected to the hotels fire alarm system. Should the fire alarm sound, these doors will automatically close.
  • Service dogs are allowed to enter/ stay at the hotel.

    Winford Manor Hotel is situated 1 ½ miles from Bristol International Airport and is a 20 minute drive from Bristol City Centre. It is in a very peaceful location with seven acres of grounds to explore surrounded by a wide selection of native trees and an impressive array of wildlife, such as deer, kites, foxes and owls.

    Buckinghamshire - Bekonscot Model Village & Railway

  • Full accessible Model Village.
  • Wheelchair friendly, Disabled Facilities.
  • Wheelchairs available (please book in advance)
    Fun for ALL the Family
    An unforgettable experience for everyone, this unique piece of our heritage is just waiting to be explored by children and adults alike. Intriguing and original, the world-famous Bekonscot Model Village continues to delight and fascinate our visitors - there is so much to see!

    Ceredigion -The Animalarium

  • We are disabled friendly with level concrete paths to all exhibits, or gentle wooden slopes.
  • There is a disabled toilet.
  • There are no stairs.
  • Wheelchairs and pushchairs can get to all public areas.
  • The Animalarium at Borth is a collection of unusual and interesting animals to amuse and delight you

    Cornwall - Crealy Great Adventure Park

  • The Park can be easily accessed by wheelchair-users or those with limited mobility.
  • Disabled Parking Facilities.
  • Disabled Toilets.
  • Accessible Restaurant
  • All signage in the Parks is in large, clear lower case font.

    Cornwall - Newquay Zoo

  • Disabled facilities
  • Easy car parking
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Free wheelchair (Please book in advance)
  • Fairly level site, assistance available if required.
  • Around 85% of the Zoo is fully accessible
  • We do arrange special tours for groups of 10 or more
    Visitor Attraction of the Year 2006

    A Day to Remember

    There is always something new at Newquay Zoo. Explore the new rainforest exhibit in the zoos tropical house where you will discover a whole world of exotic animals. Water cascades down the ancient temple walls to the pools filled with tropical fish. Spot the iguanas, sloths and flying fox bats and explore the mini beasts room featuring a new Arrow Poison Frog enclosure. Amongst the sub-tropical lakeside gardens live hundreds of animals from all around the world ranging from small rare monkeys to shy red pandas. Look out for meerkats on sentry duty, penguins playing in their pool and glimpse the strange and endangered lemurs and fossa. Other highlights of the day include feeding time talks and the animal encounters where you can meet keepers and some of the animals.

    Cumbria - The Dock Museum

  • All parts of the Museum are wheelchair accessible.
  • Lift to all Floors.
  • There is a hearing loop on `Reflections in the Dock` film show.
  • Fully Accessible Tearoom
  • Information available in large print and Braille.
  • Free Admission for All
    Barrow`s flagship attraction, The Dock Museum, is housed in a stunning Victorian dry dock and traces the history of Barrow`s growth from a tiny nineteenth century hamlet to a major industrial town. The displays look at the maritime, industrial and social history of the town, with multi-media interactives for all the family to enjoy.

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    Devon - Crealy Adventure Park

  • Both Parks can be easily accessed by wheelchair-users or those with limited mobility.
  • Disabled Parking Facilities.
  • Disabled Toilets.
  • Fully Accessible Restaurant
  • All signage in the Parks is in large, clear lower case font.

  • The Original Crealy Adventure Park, near Exeter and Cornwalls Crealy Great Adventure Park are the South Wests favourite family attractions, with all of the rides and attractions accessible for most visitors

    Devon - Crealy Adventure Park

  • Both Parks can be easily accessed by wheelchair-users or those with limited mobility.
  • Disabled Parking Facilities.
  • Disabled Toilets.
  • Accessible Restaurant
  • All signage in the Parks is in large, clear lower case font.
  • The Original Crealy Adventure Park, near Exeter and Cornwalls Crealy Great Adventure Park are the South Wests favourite family attractions, with all of the rides and attractions accessible for most visitors*.

    Devon - Living Coasts

    Inclusion for all is a key policy at Living Coasts and we welcome visits from all sectors including specialist schools and groups. We offer reduced prices to registered disabled visitors and carers are admitted free.
  • Living Coasts is a compact site with gentle gradients and no steps – making it ideal for older visitors as well as those with mobility problems.
  • There is a lift available for access to the first floor Café.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome.
  • Two wheelchairs are available for loan.
  • We have disabled toilets on both the ground and first floors.
  • Although we do not have our own car park, there is a Council run car park next to us, which has 3 designated disabled car parking spaces. We do have a small coach parking area, which can be used for minibuses and coaches. Please book in advance.
    Living Coasts is a unique, world class aquatic visitor attraction, focusing on the conservation of coastal and marine life around the globe. It has been developed by Paignton Zoo, with financial support from the South West Regional Development Agency and the European Regional Development fund.

    Dumfries & Galloway - Cream of Galloway

  • 2 miles of surfaced trails suitable for wheelchair users and those with buggies
  • Disabled Parking available
  • Fully accessible guided tours around the Farm
  • Fully Accessible Tearoom
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Winner of BBC Food & Farming, Farmer of the Year Award 2006

    Cream o` Galloway Dairy Company was established in 1994 and began making quality ice cream and frozen yogurt using milk from our own dairy in Rainton Farm. 200,000 litres of Ice cream are currently made each year.

    Development of Cream o` Galloway Visitor Attraction also began in 1994. We now offer 4 miles of nature trails, two of which are accessible for those in wheelchairs or with buggies; a tearoom selling organic and local produce, an adventure playground and an opportunity to learn more about ice cream making. Oh, and of course a chance to sample some of the thirty flavours of delicious ice cream and frozen yogurts, only made here. We now welcome over 60,000 visitors each year.

    East Sussex - Bluebell Railway

  • Level access is available from each of the station drives.
  • Our stations have bridges or subways connecting the platforms, but those with walking difficulties or wheelchairs can be escorted by our station staff via a ramped crossing between the platforms.
  • Guide Dogs are most welcome on the Bluebell. Train destinations are indicated both visibly (with traditional "finger boards") and through audible announcements.
  • One of our carriages has been extensively modified with double-doors, wheelchair lifts and an open saloon.
  • Suitable toilet facilities are available in the ground floor of the "Bessemer Arms" restaurant building.
  • Ramped access and paved gangways are available to view the locomotives within the main Loco Shed.

    East Sussex - Drusillas Park

    Drusillas Park is accessible to all.
  • Throughout the Park you will find wheelchair routes and low level viewing with imaginative and interactive exhibits.
  • There is also a `Sensory Trail` around the Park which incorporates a number of multi-sensory exhibits. This can be accompanied, upon request at the Zoo Gate, by an audio trail with tactile animal outlines.
  • Accessible Restaurant
  • Guide Dogs only allowed in the Park (Sorry, we do not currently have dog kennel facilities)
    With hundreds of fascinating and entertaining creatures you can be certain there will be plenty of animal magic to enthral and excite everyone from the youngest to the oldest visitor!

    Edinburgh - Butterfly & Insect World

  • Disabled Facilities Available
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Accessible Shop/Cafe
  • On Site Parking Facilities
  • Wheelchair Friendly Thoughout
  • Wheelchair pushers admitted free of charge.
  • Take an exciting journey through a tropical rainforest, experience the life and learn about the creatures. See exotic butterflies and tropical birds flying free, handle snakes and spiders, see poisonous frogs and scorpions, leaf cutter ants and much much more.

    Edinburgh - Royal Yacht Britannia

  • Free Admission for Carers
  • Full wheelchair access-lift to all areas and ramps on decks
  • Self-led Audio Tour means you can spend as much time with us as you need
  • Audio Tour Handset suitable for use with hearing aids
  • Special Audio Tour Handset for the Visually Impaired
  • Also, the Audio Tour is now available in 15 languages
  • Special handset is available in English for children.
  • Wheelchairs available on request (subject to availability)
  • Written audio script for the hard of hearing
  • Guide dogs welcome
  • Disabled toilets
  • Disabled Parking on Level 3 of Ocean Terminal.

  • Best UK Attraction 2003 runner-up
  • Best UK Attraction 2003 runner-up
  • Most Excellent Venue 2004 - Condé Nast Johansens
  • Best Visitor Attraction Gift Shop 2004 runner-up
  • Scottish Tourism Business of the Year 2004 Finalist

    The Visit
    Visit The Royal Yacht Britannia, now in Edinburgh`s historic port of Leith.

    The experience starts in the Visitor Centre where you can discover Britannia`s fascinating story.

    Gloucestershire - Dean Heritage Museum

    24 Hour Information: 01594 824024
  • Recently re-opened after major refurbishment, now features a lift to all floors and fully accessible toilets to accompany the existing ramp to the first floor.
  • This woodland trail has recently been made fully accessible to wheelchair users.
  • Accessible Cafe
  • Ideal for a family day.

    The Dean Heritage Museum Trust is a charity active in safeguarding the heritage and culture of the Forest of Dean for the enjoyment and education of the community; now and for the future.

    Hampshire - Breamore Manor House & Museum

    Disabled facilities:
  • Parking for the Disabled
  • Accessible Disabled Toilets
  • Accessible Ramps provided
  • Recorded Message & Book about the 2nd Floor
  • Accessible Shop and Cafe

  • The film set of Children of the New Forest was here.

    The Manor House

    The magnificent Manor House is set above the picturesque village of Breamore, overlooking the avon Valley on the edge of the New Forest just north of Fordingbridge.

    Hampshire - Milestones - Living History Museum

    Access Two lifts and a staircase offer easy access from the reception area down to the displays, which are 8 metres below ground level. Although some of the streets are cobbled, there are no steps to climb and plenty of seats throughout the museum.
  • All video screens have subtitles.
  • Free Audio Guide Tours, with a commentary by Rory Bremner
  • Toilets available in reception area and display arena. Baby care room, first aid room available in reception.
  • Gift Shop - Fully Accessible, Souvenirs of every kind, also gift vouchers which can be used for admission tickets
  • Accessible Cafe
    A trip to Milestones is an ideal family visit with lots to see and do in a safe, warm, child-friendly environment. Explore the cobbled streets and old fashioned shops, with a surprise around every corner!

    Hertfordshire - Hatfield House

    Visitors with disabilities are most welcome to Hatfield House and to its Park and famous formal gardens.
  • There is good access and excellent facilities for all those with disabilities. Necessary helpers are admitted free of charge.
  • Access to the shop, restaurant and lavatories is good
  • Those in wheelchairs are able to visit the entire house. There is a small lift and wheelchairs that fit in are available on loan.
  • Special house tours for groups with disabilities can be arranged, if necessary, at 11 am before the general public is admitted.
  • There is a recommended wheelchair route around the West Gardens, which are mostly accessible throughout the year. The rest of the gardens and the park have good paths and roads, and are generally level, but are more accessible in the dry summer months. Wheelchairs are not provided for outside use.
  • As well as adapted WCs within all the public facilities, there is a separate unisex adapted WC for couples in the Old Palace archway.

    The great hall of the old Royal Palace, which is close to the present house, is now the prestigious venue for weddings, private functions and banquets. Hatfield House was built by Robert Cecil, first Earl of Salisbury & Chief Minister to King James 1, in 1611. This celebrated Jacobean house has been in the Cecil Family ever since and is the home of the 7th Marquess of Salisbury.

    Hull - The Deep


    Fully Accessable Restaurant
    Two Rivers Restaurant at Hull`s award winning aquarium The Deep is open Friday and Saturday evenings from 7pm. Enjoy contemporary a la carte dining in the licensed Two Rivers Restaurant with river views. The restaurant has ample parking and is a non-smoking venue.

    The Deep is well catered for visitors with disabilities and additional needs. Visitors who wish to discuss their requirements further please call 01482 381000 (option 3) Monday to Saturday 9am – 5pm.

    The disabled entrance is located on the left hand side of the building adjacent to disabled parking, and the reception desk with a low level counter located directly ahead of this entrance. No queuing is involved for disabled visitors.

    The Deep is based on three levels all of which are accessible by lift. The route, which you will take around the attraction, is gently sloped and accessible for wheelchair users.

    Inverness-shire - The Strathspey Railway

    All the Railway Stations are accessible - there is level access at both Boat of Garten and Broomhill while at Aviemore there is ramped access from the car park/drop off point.
  • Space is limited - at present 4 Wheelchair passengers can be accommodated in the up-graded the Guards Van at any one time and a window space cannot be guaranteed.
  • It is adviseable to contact us in advance for directions and confirmation that there is space available

    The Strathspey Steam Railway is based at Aviemore in the Scottish Highlands. With the Cairngorm Mountains close at hand the area is a favourite tourist attraction for its natural beauty and the wide range of outdoor pursuits that such an area can offer.

    Isle of Wright - Robin Hill Countryside Adventue Park

    Wheel chair users are recommended to be accompanied by carers as some of the paths are sloping.
  • Disabled toilets are available in two locations
  • A generous discount is provided to all disabled admissions
  • Bear in mind that some of the rides may not suitable.
  • Car parking close by & good access to most of the attractions make this park a popular destination for many disabled groups.

    Robin Hill, situated about 2 miles outside Newport, in the centre of the Isle of Wight is designated as An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The 80 acres of rolling downs, beautiful woodland and peaceful valleys make an ideal place to relax and unwind.

    Lanarkshire - New Lanark World Heritage Site

    Disabled Facilities and Special Concessions
  • Visitor Centre offers a wheelchair borrowing service
  • Disabled parking available outside Visitor Centre and Hotel
  • New Millennium Experience Ride has one specially adapted car to accept most wheelchairs (may not be suitable for large motorised chairs) and 5 cars with induction loop system
  • Robert Owens School is fully accessible to wheelchair users and visitors with mobility problems, with lift to all levels, ground level entrance, and induction loop system available in the theatre
  • Wheelchair access available into Robert Owens House, 1820s/1930s Stores (not suitable for large motorised wheelchairs), The Millworkers House(two low steps into building). Roll-a-Ramp is available for access to Millworkers House and Village Store.
  • Portable induction loop system available for guided tours
  • Disabled toilets available in Robert Owens School, Mill Pantry and Hotel
  • Essential carers accompanying wheelchair visitors receive a complimentary pass
  • Hotel has 5 fully equipped rooms for guests with mobility difficulties, and two lifts which go to all floors

    Surrounded by native woodlands and close to the famous Falls of Clyde, New Lanark is less than an hour from Edinburgh and Glasgow. This beautiful 200 year-old conservation village has been beautifully restored as a living community and is one of the most popular attractions in Scotland.

    Lancashire - The Century Hotel

    This is a specialist hotel and caters for all disabilities.
    The Century Hotel is an award winning Hotel having won the Gold Hoast Award from Blackpool Tourism
  • All bedrooms are equipped with an emergency call system
  • Some bedrooms are equipped with large wet rooms with wheel-in showers and seat
  • Talking lifts to all floors.
  • Special diets can be catered for by appointment, but please give 24 hours notice.
  • Door to door collection and “pick-ups” from bus/rail station can be arranged at extra charge.

    The Century Hotel is ideally situated in a prime location on Blackpool Promenade. Martin and Margaret Gregory will be at the heart of the Century. As our guest, you will enjoy the quality, comfort and service reserved for the best family hotels.

    The hotel is within easy walking distance of the town centre, theatre and local shops.

    Leeds - Thackray Museum

    Provision for Disabled Visitors
    The museum has a car park with spaces reserved for orange badge holders.
  • The car park is next to the museum entrance. There is a dropped kerb and the approach to the museum is level.
  • The bus stop is situated approximately 100 yards from the museum.
    In The Museum
  • Normal admission charges apply, but essential carers are admitted free of charge.
  • The museum exhibitions are spread over 2,500m2 on two floors. There is a lift to all floors, and seating throughout the galleries. All areas of the museum and almost all exhibits are accessible to wheelchair users. Space for wheelchair users can be reserved in the conference centre auditorium.
  • Induction loops are fitted throughout the galleries and in the conference centre auditorium. Written text versions of all sounds within the displays are available.
  • Many areas of the museum contain objects, displays and interactives which can be touched and there are many exhibits which include sound.
  • A wheelchair is available on request. Please telephone to book.
    Toilets
  • Fully accessible toilets are located on the ground floor next to the lift, and on the first floor in the entrance to the conference centre. There are steps down to the baby change area.
    Cafe & Catering
  • Please contact us in advance if you have any special dietary requirements.

    The Museum was the inspiration of Paul Thackray, grandson of Charles F Thackray, founder of the medical company bearing his name in Leeds in 1902.

    Lincolnshire - Doddington Hall

    Comprehensive Information on Facilities for Disabled Visitors Click Here for further information covering the following:
  • Disabled Parking
  • Entrance and Admission Fee
  • Toilets
  • Exploring the gardens
  • Exploring Doddington Hall
  • Visually Impaired Visitors
  • Special Educational Needs Thanks to a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, we have a range of special facilities for disabled visitors to Doddington We recommend that you contact us to discuss your needs with a member of our staff before your visit on 01522 694 308
    Doddington Hall
    is a stunning Elizabethan mansion complete with walled courtyards and a gabled gatehouse.

    Doddington Hall stands today as it was completed in 1600. It has never been sold and its varied contents reflect 400 years of unbroken family occupation with fine textiles, porcelain, furniture and pictures. The Hall is still very much a family home.

    Lincolnshire - Skegness Natureland Seal Sanctuary

    Natureland Seal Sanctuary is a compact site with gentle gradients and alternative routes are available for the less mobile. Thus making it ideal for older visitors as well as those with mobility problems.
  • Reduced rates available for registered disabled visitors - £3.30
  • Fully accessible shop and Cafe
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Guide dogs welcomed

    Natureland first opened it`s doors in 1965 and attracts thousands of visitors every year, many of whom return time and time again.

    London - Royal Air Force Museum

    The Royal Air Force Museum is FREE to enter and has easy access for all visitors
  • With lifts, wide spaced walkways
  • Wheelchairs which can be booked in advance.
  • Helpful staff are also available on hand to assist with almost anything.
  • Fully Accessible Restaurant
    Take off to the Royal Air Force Museum and soar through the history of aviation from the earliest balloon flights to the latest Eurofighter. Gaze at a world-class collection of over 100 aircraft, aviation/wartime memorabilia and artefacts together with an awe inspiring sound and light show that takes you back in time to the Battle of Britain.

    Norfolk - Fairhaven Garden Trust

  • Concession rates for Carers as well as Disabled Customers (please ask at the Ticket Office).
  • 90% garden accessibility - weather dependent, lots of rain = harder pushing!
  • Unsuitable access areas are clearly labelled unsitable for wheelchair users
  • Wheelchairs available for lending, and an electric scooter is available (we ask for a donation to contribute towards the cost of upkeep).
  • Note: Wheelchairs and scooter must be booked in advance to save disappointment.
  • Fully accessible Tearoom.
  • Partial access to Plant Sales
  • Some access to Gift Shop (limited due to size of shop, also has small step to entrance, so is `pusher dependent!).
  • Fully accessible designated toilet.
  • Program of special events - fully accessible. There is no extra charge for the majority of special events, some limitations do apply, please telephone to confirm.

  • Fairhaven Garden Trust was left in Trust by the 2nd Lord Fairhaven in 1973, and opened to the public in 1975.

    Norfolk - Sandringham House

    Wheelchair access throughout - helpers admitted free.
  • Wheelchairs are available by prior arrangement
  • Dogs except guide dogs are NOT admitted in the Gardens but welcome in the Country Park
  • 200-seat air-conditioned self-service restaurant offering a comprehensive range of home-cooked hot and cold meals, snacks and sandwiches (Sundays only in winter) 60-seat waitress-service Terrace Restaurant open daily
    Sandringham House is the charming country retreat of Her Majesty The Queen hidden in the heart of sixty acres of beautiful wooded gardens. Still maintained in the style of Edward and Alexandra, Prince and Princess of Wales (later King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra), all the main ground floor rooms used by The Royal Family, full of their treasured ornaments, portraits and furniture, are open to the public.

    Norfolk - The Rose & Crown


    Fully Accessible Restaurnat
  • Two bedrooms are downstairs and designed for people with mobility problems
  • One is fully compliant with alarm cords etc with plenty of turning space and walk in showers, grab rails
  • Ramped garden area
  • Also wheelchair ramp from car park to restaurant areas
  • Accessible toilets
    Welcome to The Rose & Crown, a 14th Century inn of great individuality and charm, with roses round the door, twisting passages, open fires, good food, excellent beers and a friendly, informal atmosphere.

    North Berwick - The Scottish Seabird Centre

  • Fully accessible by wheelchair users.
  • Inductions loops are available.
  • Disabled parking close to Centre
  • Disabled toilet and baby-changing facilities
  • Guide Dogs welcomed.
  • Wheelchair also available at Centre if required (Adviseable to pre-book).
  • The Scottish Seabird Centre is an award winning wildlife visitor centre and one of Scotland`s five star attractions. From its stunning location overlooking the sea and islands of the Forth, visitors enjoy a close encounter with nature to remember.

    Northumberland - The Battlesteads Hotel

  • Ground floor bedrooms are fully accessible for wheel chair access
  • One room is fitted with an induction loop system for the hard of hearing.
    Our head chef George Donnison also can cater for special dietary requirements, as long as informed before hand.

    The Battlesteads Hotel is a converted farm house that has been carefully modernised to provide its guests with a comfortable and friendly stay.

    Rutland - Barnsdale Lodge


    Fully Accessible Restaurant
    Set in the heart of Rutland - one of Englands hidden treasures, Barnsdale Lodge hotel Offer the perfect retreat on the edge of Rutland Water. Combining good food, good wine and great hospitality, Barnsdale Lodge Hotel is perfect for both pleasure and business.

    Barnsdale Lodge Hotel, was originally a 17th century farmhouse, built at the head of a Horse Chestnut tree-lined avenue.

    Barnsdale Lodge`s restaurant is open to residents and non residents for breakfast, morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner and is renowned

    Scottish Borders - The Townhouse

  • Fully Accessible Restaurant
  • Portable Ramps which are designed for all types of Wheelchairs including the very heavy motorised ones
  • Disabled Toilet
  • Overall Winner Scottish Tourist Board Best Eating Place Awards 2004
    The Townhouse Hotel, Melrose in the Scottish Borders is the latest creation of the Henderson family - the family which made Burt’s a hotel of international renown.

    Their high standards are carried over into their new Townhouse. A sense of style, colour and a pleasing ambience characterise every aspect of the hotel. From entrance hall to rooms that range, in size and facilities, from most accommodating to quite indulgent.

    Shropshire - National Cold War Exhibition

    The Royal Air Force Museum offers free admission and parking, along with easy access for all visitors.
  • Access around the Museum is easy with wide aisles for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
  • Wheelchairs and electronic scooters are available free, on a first come first served basis.
  • Friendly staff are available to assist with almost anything.
  • Fully accessible shop, restaurant and toilets.
    RAF Museum Cosford is one day out that everyone from small children upwards will enjoy whatever the weather. It is the only National Museum in the West Midlands and has 70 aircraft in three wartime hangars.

    A unique and fascinating collection and display of aircraft integrated with special exhibitions, films, interactives, artwork, engines, missiles, photographs, uniforms, medals and research and education facilities.

    Shropshire - Royal Air Force Museum Cosford

    The Royal Air Force Museum offers free admission and parking, along with easy access for all visitors.

  • Access around the Museum is easy with wide aisles for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
  • Wheelchairs and electronic scooters are available free, on a first come first served basis.
  • Friendly staff are available to assist with almost anything.
  • Fully accessible shop, restaurant and toilets.

    RAF Museum Cosford is one day out that everyone from small children upwards will enjoy whatever the weather. It is the only National Museum in the West Midlands and has 70 aircraft in three wartime hangars.

    Shropshire - The Clive Restaurant with Rooms


    Radar Disability Network 4 Diamonds Rating
  • 11 Downstairs Annexed Bedrooms
  • 1 disabled twin bedded access bedroom annexed designed for disabled guests with a ramp entrance, with turning space for wheelchair
  • Shower room 90c, roll in shower, handrails, space by WC,
  • Reserved Parking Bays

    The Clive Restaurant; renowned for superb modern British cuisine and awarded two AA rosettes as well as entries in the Good Food Guide and the Michelin Guide. Emphasis is on the use of fresh produce ranging from local meats, smoked products and vegetables to fresh Cornish fish. Almost everything we serve is made in our kitchen.

    Somerset - Fleet Air Arm Museum

    The main entrance to the museum is up a flight of stairs. We realise that not everyone will be able to use this entrance, so there is a ground floor entrance to the left of the main staircase for visitors in wheelchairs or any others who have limited mobility/disability, and for families with young children in pushchairs.
  • 95% of the museum is accessible to people in wheelchairs. The exceptions being the interior of Concorde 002, the `Brush with War` and Merlin Experience Gallery in Hall 2.
  • Accessible Restaurant
  • The Museum has several wheelchairs for visitors to use - free of charge. Please contact the Information Centre
  • Concession Rate of Admission is 7.00 for the Disabled
  • Group Visits for the Disabled is 5.00 - There are no restrictions on the size of your group, but we request that the minimum number in a party should be 12 people. The museum can provide a guide for your group, again there is no restriction on numbers, the guide service is provided by our Society of Friends, they are all volunteers who give up their spare time to make your visit more enjoyable. Because this service is voluntary we request you book your guide at least two weeks prior to your visit.

    Somerset - Sanders Garden World

    The garden centre prides itself on having excellent access to facilities for the less able Visitor and sympathetic staff.
  • Disabled Bays
  • Accessible Restaurant
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Adapted Trolley for Wheelchair Users
  • Electric and traditional wheelchairs available for customers

    Sanders GardenWorld is the South West`s largest purpose-built garden centre offering to the visitor everything from gifts to house plants to furniture to outdoor plants. It is an all-weather destination garden centre with an undercover outdoor walkway and a large retail shop area. The Lemon Grove Restaurant, with its spacious and heated undercover terrace area and Mediterranean theme decor, serves breakfasts, midday morning coffee, lunches and afternoon teas daily.

    Somerset - Winford Manor Hotel

  • All disabled guests are able to use the main entrance into the hotel with level access and automatic doors opening on to the reception area.
  • Three disabled parking bays are located directly outside the main entrance.
  • The floor surfaces throughout the ground floor are ceramic tiles and short pile carpet.
  • The hotel is located with hand rails throughout the hotel and there is a lift to the 1st floor.
  • The Atrium & Bar are provided with seats with and without back supports and armrests and table service is available. The hotel’s staff is made available to advise any persons that require assistance with the menus however, large print menus and wine lists are also available on request.
  • The hotel caters for all catering dietary requirements.
  • All floors are provided with fire doors that are held open on automatic magnets connected to the hotels fire alarm system. Should the fire alarm sound, these doors will automatically close.
  • Service dogs are allowed to enter/ stay at the hotel.

    Winford Manor Hotel is situated 1 ½ miles from Bristol International Airport and is a 20 minute drive from Bristol City Centre. It is in a very peaceful location with seven acres of grounds to explore surrounded by a wide selection of native trees and an impressive array of wildlife, such as deer, kites, foxes and owls.

    Staffordshire - Blackbrook Zoological Park


    Fully Accessible Restaurant
  • Disabled facilities - most areas and building are accessible.
  • Toilets situated behind the shop.
  • Baby changing facilities situated behind the shop
    Set amid the Staffordshire Moorlands, Blackbrook Zoological Park has developed into a large and varied collection of some of the most rare and endangered species to be found in the world.

    Stirlingshire - Blair Drummond Safari Park and Adventure Park

    Disabled Facilities
  • Toilets for disabled
  • Accessible shop
  • Accessible Restaurant
  • Special meals/waitress Service avaiable if booked in advance

    A world of fun filled adventure suitable for all ages situated just outside Stirling.

    Surrey - Rural Life Centre - Old Kiln Museum

    Wheelchair Friendly
  • Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible Cafe
  • Disabled Parking
  • 3 Wheelchairs for use - adviseable to book in advance
    Visit one of the biggest private collections of village and rural life Ample Free Parking and Facilities for the Disabled Pre-booked Schools, Groups and Coach Parties Welcome, Shop, Cafe and Picnic Areas, Arboretum and Woodland Walk Train Rides on Sundays - Children`s Playground

    Warwickshire - Ragley Hall

    Disabled Facilities available
    Disabled Toilets
    Access to the Shops/Tea Rooms
    Lifts to First Floor

    Set in 400 acres of parkland, woodland and gardens, Ragley is much more than just a stately home. Family home of the Hertford (Conway Seymour) family since it was built in 1680. Ragley is surrounded by 27 acres of delightful ever-changing gardens, while the parkland contains the exciting Childrens Adventure Wood, 3D Maze, Stables, Carriage Collection, Woodland Walk and Lakeside Picnic Area.

    Warwickshire - Ryton Organic Gardens

    The gardens, shop and restaurant are all fully accessible to wheelchair users.
  • We have three wheelchairs available, including two motorised chairs
  • There are toilets for those with disabilities.
  • If you would like the use of a wheelchair during your visit, we would recommend that you book one in advance particularly during the summer months as the demand can be high.
  • To book a wheelchair for your visit please contact the shop on 024 7630 8201.
  • Take a look at our Special Needs Garden run in association with Horticultural Therapy.
  • Guide dogs are welcome.

    There is something for everyone at Ryton Organic Gardens in its delightful setting in the Heart of England. Gardeners, lovers of good food, shoppers, children and those simply looking for a relaxing day out will want to visit Ryton time and time again!

    Warwickshire - The Stratford Butterfly Farm

    Disabled Facilities Available
    Disabled Toilets
    Accessible Shop
    On site parking facilities are for disabled only.

    Whatever the weather stroll through the wonderful world of an exotic rainforest: a lush landscape of tropical blossom surrounding splashing waterfalls and fish-filled

    Warwickshire - The Stratford Butterfly Farm

    Disabled Facilities Available
    Disabled Toilets
    Accessible Shop
    On site parking facilities are for disabled only.

    Whatever the weather stroll through the wonderful world of an exotic rainforest: a lush landscape of tropical blossom surrounding splashing waterfalls and fish-filled pools.

    West Midlands - Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses

    Excellent wheelchair access throughout the Gardens and Glasshouses
  • Telephone for large print or tape guide available in advance.
  • Free loan of manual and electric wheelchair (pre-booking preferred)

    The Birmingham Botanical Gardens were opened in 1832. They were designed by J. C. Loudon, a leading garden planner, horticultural journalist and publisher.

    Today the gardens offer a superb opportunity for recreation and relaxation close to the centre of Birmingham. With our excellent visitor facilities, we hope you will visit us soon.

    West Sussex - Borde Hill Garden

  • Visitors have the use of free wheelchairs - adviseable to pre-book.
  • In addition we can offer free audio and Braille guides for the Garden.
  • Borde Hill Garden is accessible for the disabled, as is the Tea Rooms with disabled toilet facilities.
  • In June, near to the entrance, is our rose garden with lavender and herbaceous plants, all giving off a magnificent perfume which blind and partially sighted visitors will particularly enjoy.
  • Carers and wheelchair users are admitted for 3.00 each
  • Borde Hill is a garden of contrasts that captures the imagination and delights the senses. It is set in 200 acres of a traditional country estate in the area of outstanding natural beauty lying between the town of Haywards Heath and the village of Cuckfield in mid Sussex.

    West Sussex - Shoreham Airport

  • All Terminal Building facilities are at ground level.
  • Fully Accessible Restaurant
  • Ramps provide easy access to all public areas.
  • Wheelchairs are available on request.
  • Accessible Disabled Toilets
  • Car Parking is free at the Airport
  • Viewing Gallery Ideally situated on the terrace overlooking the apron area, in front of the restaurant. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

    West Sussex - Weald & Downland Open Air Museum

    A special comprehensive Vistors Guide for Wheelchair Users is available which also gives information on the various access routes available.

    The site is set on sloping ground, with steep slopes in places. Access around the site is on rural surfaces, mainly rolled or loose chippings, in keeping with the nature of the site and buildings. Some roads and paths are cobbled and their surfaces may cause some difficulty for visitors who use a wheelchair or have impaired mobility

    We suggest that, if possible, visitors using wheelchairs should use those with wide tyres as this makes access easier and smoother. The use of a powered wheelchair or four-wheeled mobility scooter allows access to the majority of the open areas of the site.

    A number (but not all) of the main buildings are accessible to wheelchair users as ramps are available for people to get inside the houses.

    The Museum has lots of seats around the site, which cater for visitors who tire easily or need to take things more slowly to enjoy the Museum at a more leisurely pace.

    York - Yorkshire Air Museum

    Wheelchair access to all displays except the top floor of the Control Tower
  • Wheelchairs available on request
  • Disabled toilet
  • Accessible Restaurant

    The longest runway in the North of England The only French `heavy` bomber base in WWII One of the last Luftwaffe intruder attacks of the War The highest number of post war speed record attempts One of the few authentic RAF bomber bases open to the public.

    The museum is a living memorial to all the Allied Air Forces personnel who operated from Yorkshire during the Second World War, and particularly the thousands of young people who gave their lives in that conflict. We aim to be relevant to present day generations by explaining in a realistic way what life was like on a typical wartime bomber station, as well as displaying the history of aviation.

    Yorkshire - Fort Paull Museum

    Suitable for Wheelchair Users
  • Please note that Fort Paull is a Scheduled Ancient Monument and some areas cannot reasonably be made accessible to the disabled.
  • For those parts of the Fort which are not accessible Video Presentations of the respective areas are shown.
  • Disabled Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible Cafe/Bar
    A visit to this great fort is the complete day out for all members of the family as it takes you through the ages of its remarkable and unparalleled history in British warfare.

    From its time as a fortress of coastal defence built by the illustrious and equally robust King Henry VIII in the mid-sixteenth century, to the Anti-Aircraft defence visited by Sir Winston Churchill during World War 2.

    Now it is also the only remaining Napoleonic fort left in Yorkshire.

    Yorkshire - Newby Hall & Gardens

    Access - allocated spaces in car park for disabled adjacent to entrance pavilion on natural hard-core surface.
  • Wheelchairs are available on free loan and that we have both electric & manual.
  • Pathways are pea shingle gravel throughout the gardens. One shallow step to the house. Shallow ramped exit from the house.
  • All ground floor rooms accessible in wheelchairs, the ground floor contains the main rooms, e.g. entrance hall, library, tapestry room and statue gallery.
  • Five wheelchairs available for loan if required (best to reserve in advance), particularly for the gardens.
  • Free garden route map for wheelchair users available on request.
  • Other facilities - children`s adventure garden comprising many slides, climbing frames, swings, sandpits, some of which are suitable for handicapped users.
  • Likewise miniature railway with sit-in carriages offers a 15-minute riverside trip through parts of the formal gardens.
  • Ramp access to self-service licensed garden restaurant. Also adjacent Grantham Room for pre-booked parties with waitress service.
  • Disabled lavatory adjacent to restaurant.

    One of Britain`s finest Adam Houses

    Newby Hall, the family home of Mr & Mrs Richard Compton, is one of England`s renowned Adam houses,an exceptional example of 18th century interior decoration, recently restored to its original beauty.

    Yorkshire - Stone House Hotel

  • Disabled access
  • Accessible Restaurant
  • Vegetarian and special diets
  • The menu changes daily.
  • Smoke-free bedrooms
  • 7 groundfloor bedrooms with ensuite facilities
  • For further information/advice on suitability please contact us on the above telephone number
    The Stone House Hotel is a classic country house built in 1908 on the sunny side of the valley, near to the charming market town of Hawes in magnificent Wensleydale.
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