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Meet and learn from travelers with disabilities and welcoming locals, offering tips on accessible hotels, wheelchair-friendly attractions, and transportation in the United Kingdom. From London’s Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace to Edinburgh Castle, the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland, and Cardiff’s historic sites in Wales, whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, this is the place to ask about accommodations, getting around, or inclusive activities in the UK – someone here has likely experienced it before. You’ll find personal stories, travel tips, and recommendations for cultural, historical, and nature experiences. This group welcomes mobility aid users, plus travelers with sensory sensitivities, low vision, and hearing loss, helping you enjoy a more accessible United Kingdom adventure.
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A great video with accessibility information on The British Museum
Have you been to Edinburgh? What are your recommendations?
https://www.simplyemma.co.uk/wheelchair-accessible-things-to-do-edinburgh/
simplyemma.co.uk
11 Wheelchair Accessible Things to Do in Edinburgh - Simply Emma
Looking for wheelchair accessible things to do in Edinburgh? Then this accessible guide to visit Edinburgh as a wheelchair user is what you need to make the most of your trip.
alliejay and Josh Grisdale1 CommentI have been there before I had impaired mobility. I always love Emma’s videos so I will be watching this one!
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TfL says that several of the upgrades will be implemented this year, while others will be by 2030, subject to Government funding.
standard.co.uk
TfL to improve Tube and bus accessibility with mini ramps and wheelchair spaces
Transport for London aims to have half of all Tube stations with step-free access
Installing mini ramps and dedicating more spaces for wheelchairs and buggies on trains are great steps. I’m glad to see they have a goal of making half of tube stations step-free by 2030 too, if funding comes through. It’s important that everyone can travel easily. Some upgrades should happen this year it says, with the rest depending on funding timelines.
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Transport for London just released a publication called “Equity in Motion” about making the transportation system more equitable – including accessibility:
tfl.gov.uk
Diversity & inclusion publications
We are committed to improving transport in London by making it more accessible, safer and reliable
This is a cool idea! While it might seem small, raising awareness is the first step towards change.
wheelchairtravel.org
London Replaces Green Man Crosswalk Signals with Wheelchair Symbol - Wheelchair Travel
The iconic green man on London crosswalk signals has been replaced with another style of pedestrian — manual and electric wheelchair users!
This is as awesome as the transgender symbols on the walk signs there.
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That’s really awesome that they’re bringing more awareness and representation to disabled access. Even small things like that can really make a difference in inclusion and visibility.
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