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If you are holidaying with a large group, you will need to find accommodation that can cater for large groups.
Some of the accommodation places are self-catering and others will provide meals.
When booking, make sure that the needs of your group will be catered for. ?
Cumbria
Calvert Trust Keswick (www.calvert-trust.org.uk), Little Crosthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4QD, phone/minicom: 017687 72254, fax: 017687 71920, email: calvert.keswick@dial.pipex.com. On the outskirts of Keswick, fully accessible, self-catering, bunkhouse style accommodation for groups up to 16. Two dormitories (each with four bunk beds) with en-suite shower and toilet. Open plan kitchen, dining area, lounge and colour TV. Other self-catering cottages also available for similar groups up to seven people.
Newton Rigg College, Cumbria CA11 0AH, phone: 01768 863791. College accommodation 2 miles from Penrith. Entrance level access. Public rooms ground floor level access. Dining room split level with wheelchair lift. Unisex WC. Four ground floor bedrooms designed for disabled people. En-suite wheel-in shower rooms, with turning space for wheelchairs, handrails, and space for side transfer to WC. Other ground floor bedrooms, some non-smoking. Available in vacations.
Northumbria
Otterburn Hall, Otterburn, Northumberland, phone: 0800 591527, fax: 0191 385 2267. Hotel and Conference Centre. Entrance and all public rooms level access, minimum door width 48". Adapted cubicles in WC on ground floor. 10 ground floor bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and turning space for wheelchairs, no space for lateral transfer to WC. 100 acres of grounds, mostly accessible. Open all year.
Wooler Youth Hostel, 30 Cheviot Street, Wooler, Northumberland NE71 6LW, phone: 01668 281365, fax: 01668 282368. Entrance level access. Dining room and lounge ground floor, step to self-catering kitchen, portable ramp available, no adaptations. Four twin bedrooms and nine dormitories with level access and turning space for wheelchairs. Bunk beds 30" wide. Adapted WC cubicles for disabled people in washrooms. Three unisex shower rooms with ramped access and turning space for wheelchairs, wheel-in shower and seat. Closed December-February except for groups.
North West England
Bond Hotel, 120 Bond Street, Blackpool, Lancashire FY4 1HG, phone: 01253 341218. Family run hotel for disabled guests. Entrance level with automatic doors. Restaurant, lounge and bar with level access, minimum door width 71?". Two ground floor, unisex WCs. Two lifts 47", inside dimension 31" x 55". 50 bedrooms including ten on ground floor. All have en-suite bathrooms, but turning space and lateral transfer only in 44. Sun roof. Various equipment available on request. Seasonal entertainment. Limited assistance available.
Ellerslie Court, 38 Westcliffe Road, Southport, Merseyside PR8 2BT, phone: 01704 568545. Specially adapted holiday home managed by Southport District Cerebral Palsy Association. Entrance with wide ramped access. Public rooms level access, wide doors. Lift. WC bathroom with turning space and equipment. Escorts welcome. Full day and night supervision and personal help available. Large recreation room. There is a tail-lift vehicle on the premises for use by guests for which a charge is made.
Sandpipers, Fairway, Southport, Merseyside PR9 0AL, phone: 01704 538388. Purpose built holiday centre for people with severe physical disabilities on the shore of Marine Lake, one mile from town centre. Accommodation in single and twin bedrooms. Facilities include bar and swimming pool. Enquiries: Winged Fellowship, Angel House, 20-32 Pentonville Road, London N1 9XD, phone: 020 7833 2594, fax: 020 7278 0370.
Shellard Hotel, 18-20 Dean Street, South Shore, Blackpool, Lancashire FY4 1AU, phone: 01253 342679. Privately owned hotel designed for use by disabled guests. Main entrance with ramped access and automatic door. Rear entrance from car park has ramped access. All public rooms on ground floor. Unisex WC. Lift to all floors. 21 bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms and turning space for wheelchairs, wheel-in shower and chair, space for lateral transfer to WC. Remote control TVs. Group bookings taken. ABA Care, four star merit. Special mid week discounts.
UMIST, Sackville Street, Manchester. University accommodation in city centre. Entrance is level and ramped. Dining room, lounge and bar ground floor with level access, unisex WC designed for wheelchair users. Two specially adapted bedrooms available during vacations. Other bedrooms with level access, no adaptations. Mainly used for conferences and groups. Enquiries: Manchester Conference Centre, UMIST, PO Box 88, Manchester M60 1QD, phone: 0161 955 8000.
University of Central Lancashire , Preston PR1 2HE, phone: 01772 892650, fax: 01772 892977, email: hospitality.services@uclan.ac.uk. Student hall of residence. Entrance is ramped and has four steps. Lift to all floors. 13 single bedrooms arranged in flats designed for wheelchair user with en-suite facilities, turning space for wheelchairs, handrails, space for side transfer to WC. Other bedrooms have aids and adaptations. Meals in refectory, five minutes from accommodation. Available beginning of June to middle of September. Individual bookings taken. Enquiries: Hospitality Services, phone: 01772 892650, fax: 01772 892977.
Yorkshire and Humberside
McMillan Hall, Bradford College, Easby Road, Bradford BD7 1QZ, phone: 01274 733291, fax: 01274 741358, email: andrewa@bilk.ac.uk. Student accommodation. Entrance is ramped and has five steps. Dining room and lounges ground floor with level access. Ramped access to 20 ground floor bedrooms 26", with turning space for wheelchairs. Two bathrooms and one shower room on ground floor, 28", limited turning space, wheel-in shower, handrails, and space for lateral transfer to WC. Lift to another 180 bedrooms.
Novotel Sheffield, Arundel Gate, Sheffield S1 2PR, phone: 0114 278 1781. Modern city centre hotel. Reserved parking spaces by lower level entrance with lift to reception. Main entrance with level access, automatic doors. Public areas ground floor open plan, level access to all but part of bar. Low level payphones. Unisex WC. Lift to all floors. Four bedrooms designed for disabled guests with en-suite bathrooms with turning space for wheelchairs, handrails, space for lateral transfer to bath and WC. Other level access bedrooms, many non-smoking.
The Tertia Trust North East Lincolnshire, Humberston Residential Centre, South Sea Lane, Humberston, Grimsby, N E Lincolnshire DN36 4JX, phone: 01472 812378, fax: 0114 275 4423. Holiday centre owned by a Christian organisation for groups of young people including those with disabilities. Accommodation in large single storey chalets or tents. Full board or self-catering (all year).
East Midlands
Hothorpe Hall, nr Lutterworth, Leicestershire LE17 6QX, phone: 01858 880257, fax: 01858 880979. Rural conference centre that has a special welcome for Christian charity and disability organisations and can take group holiday bookings. Ramped access to entrance from car park; step at main entrance. Reception area and dining room ground floor level access. Eight steps with chair lift to other lounges. Unisex WC designed for wheelchair users. Lift 31" inside 39"x55". Nine twin bedrooms designed for disabled guests. En-suite shower room 31" sliding door, turning space for wheelchairs, wheel-in shower, handrails, space for side transfer to WC. Other level access bedrooms, all non-smoking. Induction loop in conference room. No dogs except guide dogs.
Ilam Hall Youth Hostel, llam, nr Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2AZ, phone: 01335 350212, email: ilam@yha.org.uk. Youth hostel in National Trust owned mansion. Reserved parking spaces. Side entrance with level access, main entrance with step. Dining room and lounge level access. Common room with step. Unisex WC. Two family bedrooms with en-suite shower room in separate block designed for disabled people. Other bedrooms and bathrooms in main building on first floor. Closed mid November-mid February.
Skylarks, Adbolton Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 5AU, phone: 0115 982 0962, fax: 0115 982 4920. Purpose built holiday centre for disabled people in country park. Activities, outings and entertainment arranged. The centre has its own nature reserve, indoor swimming pool, and bar. Special fortnights offered. 24-hour full care provided. Enquiries: Winged Fellowship, Angel House, 20-32 Pentonville Road, London N1 9XD, phone: 020 7833 2594, fax: 020 7278 0370.
Heart of England
Hertford House Hotel, 11 Park Way, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1BJ, phone: 01255 475994. A purpose built hotel for people with physical disabilities, with garden patios and a beach hut. Welcomes guests who are alone or with able-bodied carer and/or family members. Wheelchairs available for outdoor use. Minibus with tail lift for outings. Volunteer helpers to assist guests in their mobility when available. Free return transport by tail lift coach from Welwyn Garden City available on weekly dates.
Merton House Holiday Hotel, Edde Cross Street, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire HR9 7BZ, phone: 01989 563252. Hotel owned by a charity which has been adapted for disabled and elderly frail people. All areas accessible. Wheel-in showers. Bed and bath hoists and other equipment available. Up to 36 guests can be accommodated in 17 double and two single rooms. Personal or nursing care not provided. Group bookings taken. Outing and entertainment offered.
Quality Hotel and Suites, 20 Wolverhampton Road West, Bentley, Walsall, West Midlands WS2 0BS, phone: 01922 724444, fax: 01922 723148, email: admin@gb622.u-net.com. Modern hotel. Reserved parking spaces. Slope to entrance with level access, automatic door. Public rooms open plan and leisure centre. Level access on ground floor. Unisex WC designed for disabled guests 30", turning space for wheelchairs with en-suite bathroom. 73 other ground floor bedrooms level access, some non-smoking.
The Pines, Bishops Castle, Shropshire. Self-catering holiday accommodation for 24 disabled people in groups or families. A specially adapted house in the countryside. Shared bedroom accommodation with some single and twin rooms. Large lounge/dining room with TV, which can be used for evening activities. Games room and laundry facilities. Wide range of countryside activities available in the area. Own transport essential. Enquiries: The Bungalow, The Pines, Bishops Castle, Shropshire SY9 5JY, phone: 01588 638234.
East Anglia
Ashwellthorpe Hall Hotel, Ashwellthorpe, Norfolk NR16 1EX, phone: 01508 489324, fax: 01508 488409. Historic manor house set in 11 acres of natural grounds wheelchair accessible throughout. En-suite rooms available with electric hoists and clos-o-mat toilets. Friendly relaxed atmosphere. Games room. Minibus with tail-lift for trips. Care available through local agencies. Speciality weekends. Special offers in low season.
Jubilee Lodge, Grange Farm, High Road, Chigwell, Essex IG7 6DP, phone: 020 8501 2331, fax: 020 8559 9583. Purpose-built holiday centre for disabled people close to London and Essex countryside. Accommodates 36 guests in twin and single bedrooms. Activities, outings and entertainment arranged. Licensed bar. Enquiries: Winged Fellowship, Angel House, 20-32 Pentonville Road, London N1 9XD, phone: 020 7833 2594, fax: 020 7278 0370.
Rainbow, Sheringham, Norfolk. 14 bed centre offering holidays and respite care for children and adults with learning disabilities. Families, groups and emergency placements taken. Entertainment and outings arranged. Heated swimming pool. 24-hour care provided. Enquiries: BREAK, 20 Hooks Hill Road, Sheringham, Norfolk NR26 8NL, phone: 01263 823170.
Sheringham Youth Hostel, 1 Cremer's Drift, Sheringham, Norfolk NR26 8HX, phone: 01263 823215, fax: 01263 824679, email: sheringham@yha.org.uk. Entrance 35", level access with ramp from gravel drive. Public rooms ground floor level access. Public WC level access, but not suitable for wheelchair users. Three four-bedded rooms with en- suite WCs 35", with turning space for wheelchairs, handrails, and space for side transfer. Other ground floor bedrooms available. Shower-room ground floor level access, no adaptations. Ground floor bathroom with handrails, bath seat and wheelchair space, 35" door. Groups of up to 120 with eight wheelchair users accepted. Information sheet on accessible attractions available.
Swallow Hotel, Lynch Wood, Peterborough PE2 6GB, phone: 01733 371111, fax: 01733 236725. Modern business hotel. Reserved parking spaces. Entrance with level access and automatic doors. All public rooms ground floor with level access. Unisex WC designed for wheelchair users near bar. Two bedrooms designed for disabled guests with alarm system and space for side transfer in en-suite bathroom. Connecting room with a carer. Other ground floor bedrooms with level access. Ramped access to leisure centre and pool. Regularly used by disability groups.
University of East Anglia, Norwich NR4 7TJ, phone: 01603 593271. Holiday accommodation available during summer vacations mid June - mid September. Three specially equipped self-catering flats available, designed for wheelchair users. All ground floor. Good location to visit Norwich and Norfolk Broads. Check specific details before booking.
University of Hertfordshire, College Lane, Hatfield AL10 9AB, phone: 01707 285988. Halls of Residence available for group bookings during vacations. Self-catering accommodation. Outside door 29". Inner door 48". Two lounges with level access. 80 ground floor bedrooms, some with space for wheelchair users. WC/bathroom 34", with turning space for wheelchairs. Please note that the site is fairly hilly and access to the refectory and main campus area for wheelchair users would have to be by car. The pathways are very steep and although the journey could probably be done, it would not be the most comfortable of journeys. Enquiries: Vacation Bookings, The Conference Office.
Wardens, Ness House, Sizewell, Suffolk IP16 4UB, phone: 01728 830007, fax: 01728 831563. Remote campsite owned by charitable trust for supervised parties of up to 30. Recreation hall with two unisex WCs, shower and kitchen with some adaptations for disabled people. A cottage adapted for wheelchair users is also available.
West Country
The Abbey Leaze Centre, Burton Hill House School, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 0EG, phone: 01666 822685, fax: 01666 826022. A purpose built self-catering centre for groups of disabled and able-bodied young people in the grounds of a special school maintained by the Shaftesbury Society. The accommodation for up to 24 people consists of six bedrooms, day room, kitchen, drying room, public WCs and showers. There is also a campsite for up to 16 people. Pay phone. Open all year.
Chyvarloe Base Camp, Chyvarloe, Gunwaltoe, Helston, Cornwall TR12 7PY. National Trust accommodation for groups of up to 12. Living accommodation ground floor with level access, with turning space for wheelchairs, no adaptations in kitchen. Two eight-bed dormitories and two bedrooms, one accessible to wheelchair users on first floor. Shower room/WC adapted for wheelchair users and two other bathrooms. Open all year but pre-booked in July and August. Enquiries: Countryside Manager, Lower Lanner Farm, Penrose Estate, Porthleven TR13 0RA, phone: 01326
561407.
Hotel Central, 15 Maiden Street, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 8BB, phone: 01305 760700. Town Centre hotel. Step from rear car park. Main entrance with level access 35". Dining room on ground floor with level access. Lounge and bar on the first floor, open plan. Unisex public WC 1st floor with handrail. Lift 32", inside 44"x45". Three ground floor bedrooms adapted for disabled guests. One with shower, en-suite bathroom 33", handrails, space for side transfer to bath and WC. Other level access bedrooms. Closed November-February.
Orcombeleigh, 22 Douglas Avenue, Exmouth EX8 2HA, phone: 01395 272644. Holiday home owned by the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Fully adapted and suitable for wheelchair users includes many aids. 24-hour nursing cover available. 12 bedrooms. Range of therapies, outings, entertainment, Jacuzzi and bar. Groups of up to 20 people accepted. Priority is given to people with MS.
Promenade Hotel, Esplanade, Minehead, Somerset TA24 5QS, phone: 01643 702572. Hotel owned by John Grooms Association specially designed for disabled guests. Some equipment available, including hoists. Guests needing personal help must be accompanied or arrange care with local agency. Tail lift bus available for outings. Open March-January.
Hotel Riviera, The Esplanade, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 8AY, phone: 01395 515201, fax: 01395 577775, email: enquiries@hotelriviera.co.uk. Deluxe seafront hotel. Entrance has two steps, but a portable ramp is available. Restaurant, lounge and bar on ground floor with level access. Step to ballroom. Public. WCs not adapted. Lift 30", inside 32" x 32". Four twin bedrooms adapted for disabled guests, one step or portable ramp from lift, 27", with turning space. En-suite bathrooms with level access and turning space for wheelchairs, handrails, space for side transfer to bath and WC. 27 other bedrooms. Wheelchair on loan. Weekend and mid-week breaks available.
Thornley House, Teignmouth, Devon TQ14 9JH, phone: 01626 775270. Private
hotel. Entrance has ramped access. Public rooms ground floor or in the basement with level access, minimum door width 30". Unisex WC designed for wheelchair users. Lift, inside 22" x 37". Of 11 bedrooms, four have some adaptations for disabled guests, 30", with turning space. Twin rooms with en-suite shower. En-suite automatic WCs with handrails, no space for side transfer to bath, no turning space. Stairlift. Equipment and helpers can be arranged. Minibus with ramp for outings.
South East
Crabhill House, Kings Cross Lane, South Nutfield, Redhill, Surrey RH1 5PA, phone: 01737 822221. Country house extensively modernised with facilities for 36 people with severe physical disabilities. Twin and single bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Activities, outings and entertainment arranged. Indoor swimming pool and bar and craft room. 24-hour full care provided. Specialist weeks throughout year. Enquiries: Winged Fellowship, Angel House 20-23 Pentonville Road, London N1 9XD, phone: 020 7833 2594.
Felbury House, Holmbury St Mary, Dorking, Surrey RH5 6NL, phone: 01306 730929, fax: 01306 730610. Centre owned by Surrey Association of Youth Clubs and Surrey Phab with 45 beds with en-suite bathrooms. Fully accessible. Group Bookings only. No pets allowed.
Lantern Hotel, 54 Shelley Road, Worthing, West Sussex BN11 4BX, phone: 01903 238476. Hotel owned by the British Polio Fellowship. Entrance with level access. All public rooms accessible to wheelchair users. Unisex public WC. Lift to upper floor and stair lift. 13 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms designed for disabled guests. Overhead hoists and Parker bath available. Groups of up to 22 taken. Priority given to people disabled as a result of polio. Personal care can be provided - details on application.
Princes Marine Hotel, 153 Kingsway, Hove, East Sussex BN3 2WE, phone: 01273 207660. Located on seafront near a sports and leisure centre, this hotel was originally designed as a hospital with full access. Slope from car park. Entrance and public rooms level access. Ground floor public WCs no handrails. 48 bedrooms, level access from large lift. En-suite bathrooms 36" with turning space, handrails, lateral transfer to bath and WC. Family room available on request.
South of England
Bulmershe Court, Woodlands Avenue, Earley, Reading. Catered student rooms, ramped access from car park. Entrance with level access, 34". Ground floor rooms. Living room and kitchen with turning space. Kitchen fittings cannot be used from wheelchair. Single bedroom designed for disabled person, 35", with turning space. En-suite bathroom 36", with turning space, handrails and space for side transfer. Waterproof sheet available. Braille map of site. Open 9 July-30 August. Enquiries: Conference Office, University of Reading, Blandford East, PO Box 217, Reading RG6 2AN, phone: (0118) 9318427.
Netley Waterside House, Abbey Hill, Netley Abbey, Southampton SO31 5FA, phone: 01703 453686, fax: 01703 455449. Holiday centre on shore of Southampton Water designed and equipped for people with severe physical disabilities. Full care available. Activities, outings and entertainment arranged. Enquiries: Winged Fellowship, Angel House, 20-32 Pentonville Road, London N1 9XD, phone: 020 7833 2594 or the Refresh Operations Manager, phone: 01703 457571.
Orton Rigg, 53 Cliff Drive, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset BH13 7JF, phone: 01202 707946. Holiday hotel adapted for disabled people (priority is given to members of Arthritis Care). Accommodation for 27 guests in single and twin bedrooms. All rooms have colour TV, radios and tea making facilities. Fully licensed residents bar. No personal help available. Guests requiring this should be accompanied. Adapted coach for outings and private beach hut. One smoking room. No pets.
Thorngrove Caravan and Camping Park, Common Mead Lane, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4RE, phone: 01747 822242. Site with pitches for up to 40 touring caravans or tents in grounds of a training centre owned by Scope. Toilet facilities have private cubicles, large enough for a wheelchair user and companion, containing basin, WC, wheel-in shower with seat. Wash-up area, laundry area and shop accessible. Individuals and groups taken. Open all year.
London
The Arcade Hall, 385-401 Holloway Road, London N7 0RN, phone: 020 7607 5414. Newly built block of flats with six purpose built flats for physically disabled people. Wheelchair accessible lift to all floors. Bathrooms, toilets and kitchens have low level fittings. Available for group bookings in July to September. Enquiries: The Conference Officer, James Leicester Halls of Residence, Market Road, London N7 9PN, phone: 020 7607 5415, fax: 020 7700 3013.
The Copthorne Tara, Scarsdale Place, Kensington, London W8 5SR, phone: 020 7937 7211, fax: 020 7937 7100. Level access entrance with automatic doors. All public rooms level or ramped access. Unisex WCs designed for wheelchair users. Lifts 47", to all floors. All bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Ten bedrooms adapted for disabled guests some with hoists and close-o-mat WCs.
Rotherhithe Youth Hostel, Island Yard, Salter Road, Rotherhithe, London SE16 1PP, phone: 020 7232 2114, fax: 020 7237 2919. Purpose built youth hostel on south bank of River Thames. Entrance with level access, swing and automatic doors. Dining room and lounge/bar ground floor, level access. Unisex WC designed for wheelchair users but Iimited turning space for wheelchairs. Lift 67", internal, 66" x 54". Four x four bedded rooms designed for disabled people with en-suite shower rooms, sliding door, turning space for wheelchairs, wheel-in shower, seat and handrails. Space for lateral transfer to WC.
Tufnell Park Hall, Huddleston Road, London N7 0EG. Student hall of residence. Parking over 50 yards away. Entrance has level access, 36". Dining room, lounges and bar ground floor, and minimum door width 36". Two ground floor public WCs designed for wheelchairs. Lift 33", inside 42" x 57". One bedroom designed for disabled people with turning space for wheelchairs. Public bathroom 32" sliding door, turning space for wheelchairs, sliding seat to shower. 39 other ground floor bedrooms. Kitchens for snacks on each floor. Laundrette. Groups accepted in summer vacations. Enquiries: The Conference Office, James Leicester Halls of Residence, Market Road, London N7 9PN, phone: 020 7607 5415, fax: 020 7700 3013.
Northern Ireland
Glenhordial Hostel, 9A Waterworks Road, Omagh, Co. Tyrone BT79 7JS, phone: 02882 241973. Independent self catering hostel 2? miles from town centre. Entrance with level access. Dining room and lounge ground floor. Two ground floor bedrooms for the use of disabled guests with turning space for wheelchair users. Unisex public WC and wheel-in shower room designed for wheelchair users. Non smoking.
SHARE Holiday Village, Share Centre, Smith's Strand, Lisnaskea, Co Fermanagh BT92 0EQ, phone: 013657 22122, fax: 013657 21893, email: share@dnet.co.uk. Residential activity centre that is accessible throughout. Guest house accommodation with six ground floor bedrooms. Also 17 self-catering chalets each with two bedrooms, bathroom and open-plan kitchen/living area. Swimming pool, restaurant, tuck, and outdoor equipment shop on site. Activities available include sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, banana ski, archery, arts and drama, fishing, tennis and football. Volunteers available to assist disabled guests.
Republic of Ireland
King Thomond Hotel, Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare, Ireland, phone: 00 353 0 65 74444, fax: 00 353 0 65 74721. 54 bedroom modern hotel in parkland. Reserved parking spaces. Main entrance has ramped access. Public rooms ground floor open plan. Unisex public WC designed for wheelchair users. Thirteen ground floor bedrooms designed for disabled guests. En-suite bathrooms, some with wheel-in-shower and seat, handrails, space for side transfer to WC. Special interest activities arranged. Closed November to March.
West County Hotel, Ennis, Co Clare, phone: 00353 65 282241, fax: 00353 6568 23759. Three star hotel with level access entrance 72". All public rooms ground floor. Adapted public WCs. Lift 36", internal 50" x 50". Double and twin bedrooms adapted for disabled guests with en-suite bathrooms 30" with turning space, handrails, space for side transfer to WC and bath. Regularly used by disabled guests. Leisure Club and pools - accessible. A Best Western Hotel.
Scotland
Brookbank Outdoor Pursuits Association, Brookbank Cottage, Via Kirknewton, Midlothian EH27 8DH. Cottage on edge of Pentland Regional Park for self-catering groups. Entrance with level access 32". Lounge with level access. Kitchen/dining room has two steps. Two bedrooms and summerhouse can provide accommodation for up to eight people includes bunks. Shower room with level access with handrails and shower chair. WC with handrails and space for side transfer. Second public WC, no turning space for wheelchairs. Wildlife garden, accessible path to stream BBQ area, payphone. Family bookings also taken.
Crianiarich Youth Hostel, Station Road, Crianiarich, Perthshire FK20 8QN, phone: 01838 300260. Modern self-catering hostel. Ramp and kerb from car park, ramp down from entrance to reception area. Lounge ground floor level access, 58". Kitchen with level access and turning space, worktops 36", no space below. Unisex public WC. One four-bed dormitory with two sets of bunks, level access, 27". Turning space for wheelchair users in the wash rooms 28", curtains, one step to shower, no handrail.
Corrum Beg, Kentallen, Appin, Argyll, phone: 01631 740233 or 01855 811413. Holiday home for up to ten guests. All accommodation accessible to wheelchair users. Self-catering only.
Stirling Youth Hostel, St John Street, Stirling FK8 1OU, phone: 01786 473442, fax: 01786 445715. Town centre Youth Hostel. Main entrance is ramped. Reception, cafeteria and self-catering kitchen ground floor. TV lounge and conference room 1st floor, no lift. Unisex public WC. One ground floor, twin bedroom designed for disabled guests with en-suite shower/WC. Other bedrooms upstairs. Mainly non-smoking. Group and activity bookings taken. No animals except guide dogs.
Trefoil House, Gogarbank, Edinburgh EH12 9DA, phone: 0131 339 3148, fax: 0131 317727, email: info@trefoil.org.uk Specially designed centre six miles from city centre. Level access entrance. Public rooms with level access, minimum door width 31". Several public WCs, some with turning space for wheelchairs and handrails. Eight bathrooms (turning space in three). Lift entrance 36". Up to 40 people accommodated in 13 bedrooms seven en-suite (turning space in all). Bed blocks and bed boards available. Indoor swimming pool and soft play area. Entertainment arranged. Rambler cars. Minibus with lift for outings. Special interest breaks arranged. Individual bookings also accepted. Scottish Tourist Board: fully accessible.
West Park Centre, 319 Perth Road, Dundee DD2 1NN, phone: 01382 647181, fax: 01382 669942, email: holidays@dundee.ac.uk. Reserved parking spaces. July-September 21 ensuite single bedrooms (ground floor, three star grading, five connecting) and 40 ground floor standard bedrooms with shared toilet facilities (these also available mid March-mid April). Eight public WCs and two shower rooms designed for wheelchair users. Commodes, raised toilets seats and other equipment available. All facilities ground level. Adjoins accessible conference centre. B&B, BBE or FB.
Wales
Ambassador Hotel, The Grand Promenade, Llandudno, Gwynedd LL30 2NR, phone: 01492 876886, fax: 01492 876347. Privately owned hotel near town centre. Entrance has ramped access. Reception one step, ramp available. Restaurant one step, ramp, 31". Lounges ground floor. Adapted cubicles in ladies public WC. Lift 26", inside 44" x 37". Of 65 bedrooms, two on 1st floor level access, 29", turning space for wheelchairs with en-suite bathrooms and turning space.
Blaen Wern Farm Trust, Llanybydder, Carmarthenshire SA40 9RB, phone: 01570 480591/480078, fax: 01570 480338. Holiday complex on a working farm. Level access to all public rooms, minimum door width 60". Ground floor bedrooms, level access, entrance 36" with en-suite bathrooms, level access and turning space, for lateral transfer. Support rails. Integral swimming pool has step and pool hoist. Nature trails with riding and fishing.
Broadhaven YHA Centre, The Youth Hostel, Broad Haven, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA62 3JH, phone: 01437 781688, fax: 01437 781100, email: broadhaven@yha.org.uk. Purpose-built youth hostel. Level access entrance. Minimum door width 30". Some dormitories have adapted WC and wash basin with handrails. Adapted shower room. Access to beach and a range of other nearby activities.
Cardiff Youth Hostel, 2 Wedal Road, Roath Park, Cardiff CF14 3QX, phone: 029 20 462303, fax: 029 20 464571, email: cardiff@yha.org.uk. Youth Hostel two miles north of city centre by park. Level access entrance. Dining room, lounge and self-catering dining room level access. One step to self-catering kitchen. Unisex public WC. One ground floor dormitory with level access, turning space for wheelchairs for six people with three bunks. Waterproof sheets available. Shower room adjacent 32", wheel-in-shower, with turning space. Other bedrooms upstairs. Mainly non-smoking. Advance booking is essential.
Countryside Residential Centre, Dare Valley Country Park, Trecynon, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan CF44 7RG, phone: 01686 874672. Residential accommodation on Country park. Entrance with level access, 33". Dining room ground floor level access. Lounge first floor, no lift. Unisex WC designed for disabled guests. Two twin bedrooms ground floor designed for disabled guests, with turning space. En-suite shower rooms 33", with turning space, wheel-in shower, handrails, and space for side transfer to WC. Bunks can be supplied if required. Other bedrooms first floor. Fishing and riding available.
The Held Bunkhouse, Cantre, Brecon, Powys LD3 8LT. Self-catering accommodation for self-programming groups of up to 24 people in Brecon Beacons. Entrance with ramped access 31". Six steps to Common room/kitchen. One bedroom at entrance level access 36", with turning space for wheelchairs and eight bunks. Adjoining shower room with turning space for wheelchairs, wheel-in shower, handrails, space for side transfer to WC. Six steps to four other bedrooms. Gentle slopes and rough gravel in surroundings. Enquiries: phone: 01874 624646.
Jane Hodge Resort Hotel, Trerhyngyll, nr Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan, CF71 7TN, phone: 01446 772608, fax: 01446 775831. The hotel, owned by John Grooms Association, specially designed, luxury accommodation with twin bedded and family rooms for disabled people of all ages. The facilities include a heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, bowls, multi gym and lake. Full care and support can be arranged for severely disabled people. Open all year.
Manorbier Youth Hostel, Manorbier, Nr Tenby, Pembrokeshire SA70 7TT, phone: 01834 871803. Specially designed hostel in Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Entrance level access, 57". All public rooms including the kitchen for self-catering ground floor level access. Six x six bed and two x ten bed dormitories with adapted WC and wheel-in shower room nearby. Meals available.
The Ozanam Centre, Tyn-y-Pwll, Tan-yr-Allt, Llanllyfni, Caernarfon LL54 6RP, phone/fax: 01286 881568. Holiday and conference centre owned by Society of St Vincent de Paul. Entrance is ramped access, double doors. Two small steps in reception area. Dining room and lounges ground floor level access. Ramped access to external activity room. WCs with cubicles adapted for wheelchair users. Lift to first floor. 31?", inside 43" x 57". 19 bedrooms most with twin beds all 31", with turning space. Eight with en-suite bathrooms. First floor bathroom and ground floor wheel-in shower room with handrails and space for side transfer to WC designed for disabled people. Groups of up to 48 taken. Activities can be arranged as required by groups.
Pen-y-Pass Youth Hostel, Nant Gwynant, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL55 4NY, phone: 01286 870428, fax: 01286 872434, email: penypass@yha.org.uk. Hostel in Snowdonia. Main entrance 2" with step, 36". Dining room, lounge and games room ground floor. In the annexe there are three bedrooms for six people, one bedroom for four people and one bedroom for three people ground floor level access. Unisex WC/shower room designed for disabled people 32". Turning space for wheelchairs, a wheel-in-shower, and handrails. Groups of up to 85 including five wheelchair users taken. Please note groups above 15 people are normally required to take full board.
University of Wales Swansea, Singleton Park, Swansea SA2 8PP, phone: 01792 295665. University Halls of Residence available during vacation periods. Entrances level or ramped. Lounges ground floor of 580 bedrooms, 20 have been adapted for wheelchair users with adapted shower rooms and WCs nearby. Induction loop systems in several meeting rooms - Braille transcriptions available. Enquiries: Catering and Conference Services.
West Shore Hotel, West Parade, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 2BB, phone: 01492 876833. Hotel owned by the John Grooms Association specially designed for wheelchair users. Many aids, including hoists, are available. People needing personal help should be accompanied. Open March - November and Christmas. Tail-lift bus available for excursions.
Channel Islands
Maison Des Landes Hotel, St Ouen, Jersey, Channel Islands JE3 2AA, phone: 01534 481683. A purpose-built hotel for disabled guests and their families. Fully accessible for wheelchair users. Accommodation for up to 40 people in single, twin and family bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Hoists, wheelchairs and other equipment available. Heated pool. Daily outings and airport/ferry transfers arranged in adapted minibus. No personal care provided. Open March-November.
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