The UK government has recently released new proposals to make sure that Britain is the most accessible country in the world and there is no better time to celebrate the UK, and England’s, accessibility than during English Tourism Week.

English Tourism Week is an annual event that celebrates the tourism industry across England, aiming to highlight the importance and contribution that the tourism industry makes to England’s economy. This year, English Tourism Week runs between 15th and 24th March and is a great way to explore what’s on your doorstep, including the amazing accessible attractions, hotels and more that you might not have otherwise known about.

Whether you’re interested in celebrating England’s beaches, countryside, city life or heritage, there are plenty of ways you can make memories, regardless of your access needs.

For those of you who want to discover Yorkshire and the north this English Tourism Week, Rudding Park is another award winning property that is known for its accessibility. There is a whole wing of the hotel that was designed with access in mind, with accessible bedrooms and wet rooms throughout the property, in addition to other inclusive facilities.

Image: Rudding Park

Looking for somewhere to stay to explore Dorset and the beautiful Jurassic Coast? Why not book a stay at Marsham Court – located in Bournemouth, it’s the ideal space for exploring Dorset’s beaches, including the accessible Bournemouth beach, as well as shopping and top attractions. The hotel features a Changing Places Toilet, hoists and sensory rooms. They also use WelcoMe, a tool that enables guests to communicate their unique needs to the hotel when booking their stay.

Alternatively, for exploring Chichester and the surrounding area, Stubcroft Farm Campsite was designed with accessibility in mind and has won several awards for their accessibility. Here you’ll find wheelchair accessible shower rooms and toilets, as well as facilities for the visually impaired and the D/deaf community. 

If you want to make memories this English Tourism Week, there are plenty of ways to do that from visiting accessible beaches, like those at Seaton in Devon, Bournemouth in Dorset or Skegness in Lincolnshire. You’ll also find accessible walking and cycling routes, like Bedgebury National Pinetum and ForestWyre Forest, Moors Valley Country Park and Forest and a host of England's WWT sites. 

Image: Bedgebury Pinetum 

Alternatively, you can explore the nation’s history and heritage at museums and other heritage attractions, for instance, you can ride a steam train with North Yorkshire Moors Railway and see the beautiful scenery of the area or discover some of the capital’s history with a tour of Tower Bridge.

However you want to celebrate England this English Tourism Week, you can plan your entire visit with us at Tourism for All. English Tourism Week runs from 15th to 24th March, so book your accommodation now and explore England.

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Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest
Outdoor Attraction
A lake and trees at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

The visitor centre is fully accessible to wheelchair users and includes an accessible toilet, baby changing facilities, and a Changing Places facility for those with additional needs. We have an all-terrain mobility scooter and wheelchair for hire and is bookable in advance.

Marsham Court Hotel
Hotel
Views across Bournemouth beach and pier from Marsham Court Hotel

We have 4 standard accessible rooms sleeping up to 2 guests and 1 family accessible room which can sleep up to 4 guests. All have wetrooms, profiling beds and removable ceiling hoists. These rooms can only be booked directly with the hotel so that we can ensure you have the best possible experience. Please call us to ask for more details.

Moors Valley Country Park and Forest
Family Fun
A swan swimming past a statue of a dragonfly on a lake at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest

We work hard to provide a friendly, accessible environment for all our visitors and the widest possible access to our buildings, facilities, trails, and events.

North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Steam Railway
a couple talking to a driver at North Yorkshire Moors Railway, one on foot and one in a wheelchair

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) offers four fully accessible ‘fuss-free’ coaches - part of its long-term initiative to make the heritage railway attraction accessible to all thanks to funding secured from the Yorkshire’s Magnificent Journey project (YMJ).

Rudding Park
Hotel
Grounds leading up to Rudding Park Hotel

Rudding Park understands that every guest has different needs and is committed to ensuring the facilities are accessible to all. The rooms in the Ribston Wing have two adapted/accessible double bedrooms. These five rooms all have interconnecting doors to adjoining double non-adapted bedrooms.

Stubcroft Farm Campsite
Camping & Caravan Site
cafe area outside Stubcroft Farm Campsite

There are two wheelchair accessible shower rooms (one left handed & one right handed) each with shower, toilet & washbasins and a further wheelchair accessible toilet, all to the latest Doc M standards. The building has disabled parking near the entrance, is fully wheelchair accessible with shallow ramped access with handrails.

Tower Bridge
History and Heritage
A red bus driving over Tower Bridge

Once a month on a Saturday, we host Relaxed Opening for anyone who would like to explore the Bridge in a calm, tranquil atmosphere, including people with autism and any other needs, as well as their siblings, families and carers.

Wyre Forest – Forestry England
Outdoor Attraction
A family walking around a pathway at Wyre Forest, one on foot pushing a wheelchair and walking a dog and another on a tramper

We have all-terrain mobility scooters available to hire for those with limited mobility. They are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine.