Things to Do South East

The south east is full of interesting disabled friendly things to do from top attractions and activities to theatres and places of historical interest, plus coastal areas and areas of quaint country villages.

The south east is home to England’s capital, London, with its many iconic landmarks, from Buckingham Palace to the London Eye, to Camden Market, the Tower of London and the Houses of Parliament as well as the famous parks, West End theatre district and more. Many of the museums are free to enjoy and the majority of attractions are accessible for all. The older venues have also worked to improve their accessibility over recent years, so you’ll find that there are a whole host of fun activities you can get involved with, whether that’s doing some sightseeing, visiting an attraction, going to the theatre for a relaxed performance or doing some shopping while in the capital. If you choose to venture around the city using public transport make sure to grab yourself a tube map, as stations with pavement access and accessible platforms are clearly marked, otherwise, station staff are always happy to help and many of them have lifts to help those with mobility restrictions.

If you’re not heading into London, there are still plenty of delights in the other areas of the south east. For beach and coastal resorts, you can enjoy places like Clacton on Sea, Eastbourne, Brighton, Bognor and Portsmouth, as well as areas of Hampshire, where you can enjoy all the British seaside traditions. All these areas have much more going for them than just their proximity to the beach, you’ll also find shops boasting autism friendly hours, theatres with relaxed performances, accessible museums and more with many of them being proud of their inclusivity.

The south east has everything from royal palaces, like those in London and Windsor, to the white cliffs of Dover in neighbouring Kent, to great shopping districts like Brighton’s Lanes and Reading’s malls, to the historic areas of Bedfordshire and the quaint villages of Buckinghamshire. There are even wild horses to be found in the New Forest in Hampshire, which is also a pretty perfect spot for a picnic!

Wherever you are in the south east, you’ll be sure to find something to suit your tastes and budget and each attraction, shopping centre and site of interest will have worked to include as many accessibility provisions as possible, whether that’s hearing loops, admission for guide dogs, level floors or even staff that can communicate in BSL. Many of the top attractions and landmarks in this part of the country also offer concessions on entry for anyone travelling with a carer and spaces for blue badge holders are plentiful. Even regions that have a congestion charge have a concession for blue badge holders.

For those of you that love festivals, you’ll find a whole host of them covering every genre in the south east, from the famous Isle of Wight Festival, to Reading and the many events that take place in parks and seaside resorts all over the region. It isn’t just music either, you’ll find food festivals, literary festivals, comic cons, tattoo conventions, just about everything! The venues are happy to help anyone who has any accessibility concerns and often provide passes to avoid queues, as well as making sure that there are level floors, lifts and that service animals can attend.

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Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium

Are you ready for an action-packed family adventure? Set off on an exhilarating journey through the…

The National Gallery Trafalgar Square

The National Gallery, in the centre of London, houses one of the world’s greatest collections of…

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is one of ten centres in the UK managed by the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust…

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The National Gallery Trafalgar Square

Address

Trafalgar Square, London, London, WC2N 5DN

Telephone
+44 (0)20 7747 2885

information@nationalgallery.org.uk

London

The National Gallery, in the centre of London, houses one of the world’s greatest collections of paintings. It tells the story of European art, masterpiece by masterpiece. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free.

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Hertfordshire Zoo

Address

White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, EN10 7QA

Telephone
01992 470 490

info@hertfordshirezoo.com

Broxbourne

Hertfordshire's Zoo voted ‘No.1 Outdoor Attraction’ by Tripadvisor, home to over 800 exotic wild animals, ranging from the biggest tiger species to the smallest known monkey the pygmy marmoset. There are new habitats called ‘Sun Bear Heights’ and…

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Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium

Address

Telegraph Way, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1HZ

Telephone
01962 863791

info@winchestersciencecentre.org

Winchester

Are you ready for an action-packed family adventure? Set off on an exhilarating journey through the world of science, technology, engineering and maths.

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WWT Arundel Wetland Centre

Address

Offham, South Stoke, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9PB

Telephone
01903 883355

Info.arundel@wwt.org.uk

Arundel

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is one of ten centres in the UK managed by the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust to connect visitors with wetland nature and rare & endangered wetland wildlife from around the world. WWT is the charity that protects wetlands and…

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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Address

Yaverland Road, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 8QB

Telephone
01983 403883

enquiries@wildheartanimalsanctuary.org

Sandown

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary occupies a very special location, right on a beautiful sandy beach in Sandown Bay, on the east coast of the island.

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Sheffield Park and Garden

Address

Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QX

Telephone
01825790231

sheffieldpark@nationaltrust.org.uk

Uckfield

Sheffield Park and Gardens has acres of Grade I listed landscaped garden and lakes, surrounded by historic parkland and woodlands.

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The Vyne, National Trust

Address

Vyne Road, Sherborne St. John, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HL

Telephone
01256 883858

thevyne@nationaltrust.org.uk

Basingstoke

The Vyne, National Trust is a Grade I listed 16th-century country house in Hampshire, set in 13 acres of beautiful, relaxing gardens.

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Ightham Mote, National Trust

Address

Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN150NT

Telephone
01732 810378

ighthammote@nationaltrust.org.uk

Sevenoaks

Hidden away in a secluded Kent valley, is this perfectly preserved medieval moated manor house. Emerging from the natural landscape almost 700 years ago, Ightham Mote is built from Kentish ragstone and great Wealden oaks.

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Petworth House & Park

Address

London Road, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 9LR

Telephone
01798 342207

michael.cole@nationaltrust.org.uk

Petworth

Explore magnificent Petworth House with its extraordinary collection of art and sculpture and stunning state rooms, set in beautiful grounds and parklands in Petworth.

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Alice Holt Forest

Address

Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LS

Telephone
0300 067 4622

enquiries.aliceholt@forestryengland.uk

Farnham

Enjoy fresh woodland air and a warm drink at Alice Holt Forest. We have plenty of different trails and exciting play areas for you to discover!

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Paultons Park

Address

Ower, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 6AL

Telephone
02380 814442

Enquiries@paultons.co.uk

Romsey

Visit Paultons Park to make memories to last a lifetime. Home to 5 incredible themed lands including Tornado Springs and Peppa Pig World and with more than 70 exciting rides and attractions on over 140 acres of beautiful grounds, guests of all ages…

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Sadler’s Wells

Address

Rosebery Avenue, London, London, EC1R 4TN

Telephone
020 7863 8000

tickets@sadlerswells.com

London

We believe dance has the power to build bridges of understanding. To cross borders and break down barriers. To create a depth of connection beyond culture and languages, so we can see ourselves in each other and share what it means to be human.

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Tower Bridge

Address

Tower Bridge Road, London, London, SE1 2UP

Telephone
020 7403 3761

enquiries@towerbridge.org.uk

London

Tower Bridge has two parts to the visit - the Bridge itself and the Victorian Engine Rooms - both are step-free.

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Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Address

Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2SJ

Telephone
01580 879820

bedgebury@forestryengland.uk

Cranbrook

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is an award-winning visitor attraction comprising of the National Pinetum, a globally important tree collection, and Bedgebury Forest.

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National Portrait Gallery

Address

St. Martin's Place, London, London, WC2H 0HE

Telephone
+44 (0)20 7306 0055

info@npg.org.uk

London

The National Portrait Gallery is home to the most extensive collection of portraits in the world. It is a Gallery for everyone, full of life and filled with life stories. The Gallery is accessible and inclusive to all, and entry to the Collection is…

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Gilbert White’s House & Gardens

Address

High Street, Selborne, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 3JH

Telephone
01420 511275

Alton

Discover the beautifully restored house and gardens of natural history pioneer Gilbert White (1720-1793). Regarded as the ‘Father of Ecology’, White’s book ‘The Natural History of Selborne’ is the fourth most published book in the English…

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Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

Address

Summer Lane, Exbury, Southampton, Hampshire, SO45 1AZ

Telephone
023 8089 1203

info@exbury.co.uk

Southampton

More than 100 years in the making, Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is a spectacular collection of landscaped woodland, herbaceous, contemporary and formal gardens, in a unique riverside location. Exbury also boasts a narrow-gauge steam railway that…

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Hackney Empire

Address

291 Mare Street, London, London, E8 1EJ

Telephone
020 8985 2424

Box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk

London

For over 120 years, Hackney Empire has been a home for the people of Hackney, East London and beyond to come and share experiences together in our theatre.

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Polesden Lacey

Address

Great Bookham, Great Bookham, near Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6BD

Telephone
01372452048

polesdenlacey@nationaltrust.org.uk

Great Bookham, near Dorking

Polesden Lacey is ideal for spending time with family and friends. The genius of the garden is its setting with glorious views of Ranmore Common and rolling parkland. A landscape virtually unchanged since medieval times.

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Aldingbourne Country Centre

Address

Blackmill Lane, Norton, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0JP

Telephone
01243 542075

leahm@aldingbourne.org

Chichester

Recently awarded the accreditation of VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction, The Aldingbourne Country Centre, an Aldingbourne Trust social enterprise, is a popular Visitor Attraction located on the edge of the South Downs National Park…

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