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MAKE IT A SUMME A dip into the past and thrills a’plenty!
OUR friends at VisitEngland have come up with some of the best accessible travel experiences including outdoor adventures and award-winning attractions.
Roman Baths, Bath, Somerset
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The Roman Baths is one of the finest historic sites in northern Europe and its many accolades include being named the Accessible & Inclusive Tourism Award Gold winner at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2018 The site is 90% accessible to wheelchair users Visitors with hearing or visual impairments can enjoy the site using the British Sign Language or fully descriptive audio tour and tactile models The venue also provides information for visitors with autism and potential claustrophobia
Tel 01225 477786 www romanbaths co uk/accessibility
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort, Berkshire
The resort offers a Ride Access Pass, which is a virtual queuing system designed to help guests who need extra assistance or are unable to queue due to a condition or disability There’s also a Total Sensory Space, the first dedicated sensory facility of its kind in a theme park n Tel 01753 626416 www legoland co uk/plan-your-day/ before-you-visit/accessibility
Bear Grylls Adventure, Birmingham
The attraction uses a variety of sensory effects including audio, visual, touch and smell designed to enhance the overall experience of each area In the last year, the venue has been recognised twice for its accessibility facilities The attraction’s event days (supported by Bear and his team) welcome guests of a variety of ability levels, many achieving things they may not have thought possible n Tel 0121 725 2616 www beargryllsadventure com/plan-yourvisit/before-you-visit/accessibility-guide
Eden Project, Cornwall
Eden has a dedicated Access Team You can pre-book an Access Guide to help you get around The site offers a range of complimentary mobility aids including wheelchairs, powered chairs and an all- terrain Tramper mobility scooter, as well as electric