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The UK is full of incredible places to go, from the open countryside and historic sites of places like Wiltshire and the south west to the abundance of things to see and do in the cities of Manchester, London and Cardiff. Wherever you go in the UK, you’ll be sure to find something to interest you, but getting to enjoy those places can be a challenge if you have mobility issues, especially in the older buildings which are difficult to adapt. Don’t worry though, there are loads of places in the UK that are making an effort to be as accessible as possible, so here are five places that are wheelchair friendly.
Scotland
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Image: Edinburgh
Scotland is a big place, but it is also one of the most accessible. Many Scottish cities were used in the pilot for tourism based accessibility schemes much of which is still in place now. Edinburgh is a particularly accessible place to visit, though it is a city that is very hilly and has many cobbled streets which are difficult for those using mobility aids, you’d be surprised how many facilities are in place to help you get about. The city’s top attractions are all wheelchair accessible and the public transport is also suitable for wheelchairs. Similarly, Glasgow is full of wheelchair friendly museums, galleries and retail areas.
London
Image: Westminster Bridge, London
The capital is full of amazing cultural experiences and you might be concerned about attempting to navigate with mobility aids. However, there are a number of improvements that have been made to public transport so buses, overground trains and even the underground have wheelchair access. The city’s top attractions also pride themselves on their accessibility, so don’t miss out on spending some time learning more about British history in England’s capital.
Cardiff
Image: Millennium Centre, Cardiff Bay
Wales’ capital is also an ideal spot for those looking for a wheelchair friendly destination. Cardiff is one of the largest cities in the UK and has an interesting mix of old and new from shopping centres, Victorian style architecture, museums and more so there are plenty of things to choose from. There are shared spaces in the city centre giving you plenty of room to travel around as well as there being lifts, wheelchair access and other accessibility features at their popular museums.
Liverpool
Image: Liverpool
Beatles fans will love the chance to explore Liverpool and thanks to a number of accessibility features that have been added and improved on in recent years, they can. Many of the museums and attractions dedicated to the Fab Four have wheelchair access, lift, accessible toilets and welcome service dogs. There are also top attractions with hearing loops and sign language assistance. Many of the city’s regenerated areas are completely accessible, so you can explore without stress.
Bournemouth
Image: Bournemouth
If you want to spend some time at the beach this summer, you can’t go far wrong with heading to Dorset and visiting the beaches at Bournemouth and Boscombe. Wheelchair users and others with additional mobility needs can use transport in the area for free and the buses are all wheelchair friendly. The beaches also have lifts that are wheelchair accessible so you can access the cliffs and a number of the beachside bars and restaurants are also accessible.
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Sources:
https://news.motability.co.uk/places/6-of-the-most-accessible-cities-to-visit-in-the-uk/
https://www.visitbritain.com/gb/en/plan-your-trip/getting-around-britain/accessible-britain
https://www.simplyemma.co.uk/wheelchair-friendly-uk-destinations/
