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Here are Tourism for All, it’s our mission to connect you with everything you need to plan an accessible holiday or day trip in the UK, no matter what your needs or budget. Whatever it is you’re looking to do this year, there is an accessible holiday for you, so let us help! Planning is the one thing that can ensure your holiday is stress free and easy for everyone involved, so here are our tips to help you plan an accessible holiday in the UK.

The Destination

Are you looking for a city break? Somewhere rural or perhaps somewhere by the coast? Each region of the UK has its own charms and, as with any accessible break, challenges. Want to experience London? You’ll find hotels with adapted rooms or even self catering properties, like Ablestay, which give you all the comfort of home while providing you with easy access into the capital. 
Know where in the country you want to visit? Check out our UK regions here and see what’s available in your chosen region.

Choosing your home from home

Choosing the right place to stay is half the battle, especially if you need extra equipment, like hoists or wet rooms. One great option for those of you looking for a hotel is Marsham Court in Bournemouth. Alternatively, click here for a host of different accommodation options.

Planning your days

Once you know where you want to explore and have the perfect accommodation booked, it’s time to start planning what you’re going to do during the day. There are a host of options for things to do in the UK, from visiting exciting heritage attractions to theme parks and just about everything in between!
Find ideas of things to do here.

And… The Rest…
Though you might have your accommodation sorted and have an idea of where you might like to visit during your stay, there are still things that need to be considered, like how are you going to travel and what will you need to bring? Disabled access is hugely broad and covers a wide range of facilities and conditions, so you might find that although there are adapted beds at your hotel, there might not necessarily be nearby parking for instance.

Make sure to speak to the accommodation provider, if you have any questions and let them know if there are any additional needs that they don’t have covered in their accessibility guide. The same goes for attractions and activities – you’d be surprised how easily they can accommodate you, even if they don’t advertise all they can do.

Using public transport to get to your destination? Don’t forget that taxis, coaches and train companies all have an obligation to support travellers with additional needs. Either phone the company you are travelling with beforehand to make sure that they have everything you need for a comfortable journey or to let them know if you are travelling with additional carers or service animals. You can find more details here.

The most important thing about planning your holiday though? To make sure you have fun!

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