Depending on your disability, you may find it hard to travel where you can. This year, it seems that weekend breaks are making a huge comeback, especially when it comes to our home turf. Here are the top-rated accessible UK cities. Why not book a weekend away? There’s no place like home, after all…
Chester
Steeped in history, Chester is home to Tudor-esque buildings and a wall that surrounds the city. Despite what you might think, Chester has been voted one of the most accessible cities here in the UK. The Rows are some of the most popular sites to see, with shops hidden in beautiful Tudor buildings and a guide on how to access shops available for disabled visitors.
Chester is also home to Chester Zoo, which houses some of the most exotic animals in the world today. The zoo is accessible for those in wheelchairs and offers scooters at the main entrance.
Bath
Famous for its Roman Baths, Bath is a World Heritage Site which offers both wheelchairs and mobility scooters at its Visitor Information Centre. The staff can also offer you help in finding the most accessible areas of Bath in terms of shopping, eating, exploring and so much more.
York
Despite being one of the oldest and historical cities in Britain, many buildings and services are accessible in York. Involved in the Shopmobility scheme, the city offers power wheelchairs and scooters for disabled visitors at the Information Centre.
Once you’re ready to explore, why not visit the local Museums and Cathedrals – all of them are accessible. York Minster has been adapted to accommodate disabled visitors, and information on the site can be found online.
Cambridge
Cambridge offers both guided tours and information on tours for disabled visitors. Many museums in Cambridge are found within the University – which has recently been modernized for accessibility purposes.
If you’re looking for a bus tour, you’ll find that many, if not all, of the guided tour buses in the area have dedicated seats for wheelchair users.
Edinburgh
One of the most beautiful cities in the world today, Edinburgh is home to the Fringe Festival, heritage sites, famous restaurants and so much more.
With over 500 accessible hotels to choose from within the city itself, it’s a great place to visit for a weekend getaway. If you’re travelling from further afield, Edinburgh airport prides itself on being accessible for those who need it the most.
For more information & ideas for disabled holidays, we recommend checking out this resources from the Holidayers website - https://www.holidayers.com/disabled-holidays/
