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Ayrshire - Relais & Chateaux, Glenapp Castle
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.
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
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.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
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
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
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
The Animalarium at Borth is a collection of unusual and interesting animals to amuse and delight you
Cornwall - Crealy Great Adventure Park
Cornwall - Newquay Zoo
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
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
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
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 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
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.
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.
The Visit
The experience starts in the Visitor Centre where you can discover Britannia`s fascinating story.
East Sussex - Bluebell Railway
East Sussex - Drusillas Park
Drusillas Park is accessible to all.
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
Edinburgh - Royal Yacht Britannia
Visit The Royal Yacht Britannia, now in Edinburgh`s historic port of Leith.
Gloucestershire - Dean Heritage Museum
24 Hour Information: 01594 824024
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
In The Museum
Toilets
Cafe & Catering
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
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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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
Somerset - Sanders Garden World
The garden centre prides itself on having excellent access to facilities for the less able Visitor and sympathetic staff.
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
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
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 FacilitiesA world of fun filled adventure suitable for all ages situated just outside Stirling.
Surrey - Rural Life Centre - Old Kiln Museum
Wheelchair Friendly
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 availableDisabled 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.
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
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
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
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. 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.
York - Yorkshire Air Museum
Wheelchair access to all displays except the top floor of the Control Tower
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
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.
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
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.