This Summer's Top Heritage Sites to Visit... with Disabled Access!

Summer is often the time for family getaways to exotic destinations or to explore ancient cities all around the world, but for some, staying at home can provide just as much excitement and mystery. The UK is home to many amazing heritage sites and buildings, and in recent years their accessibility has drastically improved. Best of all, you can visit them in one day and be back in your own bed ready for the next days adventure!
 
Here we list some of our favourite heritage sites around the UK based on the sublime accessibility they provide!
 
Stonehenge, Wiltshire
Think heritage sites in the UK and Stonehenge will often be the first thing you think of! This prehistoric monument wasn’t initially built with disabled access in mind, but refurbishments made around the area have made this site so easy for wheelchair users and people using mobility scooters to roam and explore. The entrance has a ramp, and one side of the structure is paved, it also has 22 disabled parking bays and multiple accessible toilets throughout the site and visitor centre.

The Roman Baths, Somerset
Who needs to go to Rome to experience some authentic Roman culture?! The Roman Baths in Somerset boast a 90% accessible heritage site for wheelchair users and people with visual and hearing impairments. Unfortunately the site has a number of steps all throughout the experience, but the staff on hand are happy to help direct you to the nearest and best accessible route. They have three enclosed lifts and one platform lift as well as three wheelchairs available.

St Paul’s Cathedral, London
Currently undergoing an ‘Equal Access Project’, St Paul’s is constantly looking for ways to improve its accessibility. They currently have a temporary ramp placed outside on the north side of the cathedral as a test for a permanent solution being proposed. The project, if permission is granted, will be the biggest external change in the 300 year history but will allow so many more disabled visitors to see inside this great cathedral.

Other notable mentions:
Blenheim Palace – accessible parking, wheelchairs and mobility scoter hire
Fountains Abbey – National Trust site with great advice on the best accessible routes around the grounds
The City of Edinburgh – Divided into two area, Old Town and New Town, but both are recognised as World Heritage Sites.