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One thing we love at this time of year is getting to smell fresh mulled wine and baked treats as we explore our local Christmas Markets.

17 projects, 6 of which are focused on accessibility, have been announced by the Department for Travel totalling £5.3m.

Start the New Year as you mean to go on by seeing in 2024 with a short break. Whether you want to celebrate in style or want to get away from the parties for some peace and quiet, you can finish 2023 your way with these accessible stays.

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, a Zoo and conservation charity based in North Somerset, cheered on the Bristol Bears Women’s Rugby team and raised awareness and funds for spectacled bear conservation at the season opener last weekend.

The festive season is nearly upon us and with it, the excitement and busyness – though it is a time of good cheer, it can be incredibly stressful for those with additional accessibility needs. To help you have the merriest of Christmas lead ups, we’ve compiled some suggestions for accessible events and activities from our members, so if you’re looking to inject some Christmas cheer into the next couple of weeks, check out the below!

The skies above WWT Slimbridge, in Gloucester, were the focus of everyone’s attention on Wednesday when the site’s much-loved Bewick’s swans began arriving in good numbers, officially starting this winter’s ‘swanfall’.

Transport for London (TfL) has announced that it has partnered with the British Institute of Learning Disabilities (Bild) and People First to gain insights into the experience of passengers with autism, learning disabilities and other difficulties when using public transport across the capital. This new initiative aims to inform future plans and to enhance the accessibility of London’s transport network.

As night falls, a colourful glow is emerging from a woodland Christmas Village and its surrounding trees... It must be Enchanted Christmas at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum!

Looking for live performances to enjoy in December? Here’s a round up of accessible performances coming to theatres and other venues across the UK.

If you’re heading to the capital during the festive season, why not inject some Christmas spirit into your trip by visiting one of the many markets and seasonal attractions that are popping up across the city?