Come with us as we take you on a journey through the Southwest, highlighting wheelchair accessible attractions that will make your visit unforgettable
Welcome to the enchanting Southwest of England, where accessible attractions beckon visitors of all abilities to embark on unforgettable adventures. From historical landmarks and breathtaking natural wonders to vibrant cultural hubs, this region offers a wealth of wheelchair-friendly destinations.
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Whether you're seeking ancient Roman history in Bath, immersing yourself in the stunning landscapes of Cornwall, or delving into maritime heritage in Bristol, the Southwest boasts a diverse range of accessible attractions that will captivate your senses and leave you with lasting memories. So, join us as we explore the wonders of this region, where accessibility and adventure intertwine to create truly remarkable experiences.
The Roman Baths, Bath
Begin your journey in the historic city of Bath, where you can delve into ancient Roman history at the world-famous Roman Baths. Around 90% of the complex features modern facilities that are accessible for all, including lifts, ramps and level access. The museum offers virtual tours, tactile exhibits, and dedicated information for those with autism, ensuring an immersive experience for everyone.
Standard admission with free carer/accompanying person ticket
Recently acquired by British Waterways Marina, this park is conveniently located alongside the Bath to Bristol cycle path. Though it may require a little TLC in some areas, Bath Marina and Caravan Park is within walking distance of the city and is close to a convenient park-and-ride service. There are 88 pitches of varying size, interspersed with grass, mature trees and bushes. Each pitch has a concrete hardstanding with a 16A electrical connection, and seven pitches are fully serviced. There is a small shop which sells essential camping equipment and houses a gas exchange. Visitors can also order newspapers, milk, and bread at reception to be delivered to directly to their pitch the following morning. Meals are available at The Boathouse Inn, just a short and pleasant walk along the river path.
Catering for adults only (over 18 years), this is a good example of a well designed, quality, modern touring site; booking is essential to avoid disappointment. The 50 pitches (all for touring units) are attractively laid out over four acres, access roads are gravel and the borders are stocked with well established shrubs and trees. The pitches are half grass, half hardstanding and all have 16A electricity, with 27 having full services. The site entrance has a barrier system for security.
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Eden Project, Cornwall
A trip to Cornwall would be incomplete without a visit to the incredible Eden Project. This iconic attraction is dedicated to showcasing the diversity of plant life on Earth. The main biodomes, containing rainforests and Mediterranean landscapes, are wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts. The site also offers disabled parking, accessible toilets, and access to its Rainforest Canopy Walkway and zip line experience.
Standard admission with free carer/accompanying person ticket
In the heart of the Cornish countryside, River Valley is close to the beaches. Walkers and cyclists can join the adjacent Pentewan Valley Trail (St Austell to Pentewan) and head off to beaches, coastal villages and the gardens at Heligan. It is a family run park that prides itself on being quiet and well tended. The site falls into two halves, one with 40 static caravans for hire and the second offering 45 level, hardstandings for touring, all with 10A electricity. The touring pitches and statics are well separated. The touring pitches are a generous size and are separated by low level hedges and wooden trip fences. The park is adjacent to the River Winnick and an energetic walk away from Pentewan village and beach.
The Meadows is a small family-run holiday park within an accessible location with no testing hills for your car and caravan. We are set over six acres of campground, meadow and woodland. If you like to holiday on a small, natural campsite close to the beach and other attractions, you will enjoy this friendly and individual campsite.
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SS Great Britain, Bristol
Immerse yourself in maritime history at the SS Great Britain in Bristol. This beautifully restored ship provides wheelchair access to various parts of the vessel, including the weather deck, main deck, and museum galleries. The interactive exhibits and knowledgeable staff make it an engaging visitor experience. Accessible toilets and parking facilities are available, ensuring a hassle-free visit.
Standard admission with free carer/accompanying person ticket
There are alternative routes for wheelchair users that avoid uneven flooring
This attractive, peaceful campsite, the winner of a David Bellamy Conservation Award (2018/19) is adjacent to the Gloucester-Sharpness Canal. The site is located behind the Tudor Arms public house, and before the narrow swing bridge. At the rear of the pub car park, a gate clearly identifies the entrance and the recently developed reception is just inside on the right. There are many trees and hedges, particularly surrounding the site, so the canal is not visible. Attractively laid out on two separate fields, there are 75 pitches, all with 16A electricity hook-ups, and 50 with hardstanding. The old orchard is for extended stays or adults only units, with gravel hardstandings, and the more open grassy meadow for family touring units. There is also a rally field beyond the meadow.
Tredegar House Caravan and Motorhome Club site is ideally situated for breaking a journey or for more extended stays. It can accommodate 85 units, all with 16 amp electricity hook-up and 68 with gravel hardstanding, 4 fully serviced. 17 pitches are on grass, 6 of which are for tents with its use limited to families and couples – single-sex groups are not accepted.
The stunning Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Dorset, will mesmerise nature enthusiasts. While some parts of the coastal path may be challenging for wheelchair users, there are accessible sections that offer breathtaking views. The visitor centres, such as the one in Lulworth Cove, provide accessible facilities and information about level and even trails, ensuring you can make the most of this natural wonder.
Dedicated accessible routes with level and even ground
Accessible toilets in visitor centres
Beach wheelchairs available for hire at some locations
All-terrain mobility scooters available for hire at some locations
A popular and efficient, family run park, Cofton is 1.5 miles from a sandy beach at Dawlish Warren. It has space for 450 touring units, including large motorhomes, on a variety of fields and meadows with beautiful country views. Although not individually marked, there is never a feeling of overcrowding and there are some pre-bookable, accessible pitches. The smaller, more mature fields, including a pleasant old orchard for tents only, are well terraced. While there are terraces on most of the slopes of the larger, more open fields, there are still some quite steep gradients to climb, rewarded by the views. There are some 450 electrical connections (10A), 63 hardstandings and 20 ‘super’ pitches. Self-catering accommodation on site includes holiday homes, cottages and apartments.
Bridport Bingham Grange was acquired by the Caravan and Motorhome Club in 2018 and was scheduled for redevelopment early 2020. However the long Coronavirus lockdown prevented this happening and there is no fixed date for the works commencement. The site is currently a very well maintained, purpose built park, attractively laid out and with a very comfortable restaurant. In a pleasant, rural situation two miles from the market town of Bridport, there are views seaward towards West Bay and inland across Beaminster Downs and Pilsdon Hill.
Sandford Park is an ‘all singing, all dancing’ park with a wide range of facilities, close to the popular coastal areas of Dorset. It has a large permanent section with caravan holiday homes and lodges. However, the touring section is in an attractive secluded area and can accommodate around 354 units of any type. The pitches are mainly on level grass, either with mature evergreen hedging, or in a more open style area broken up by shrubs. All have 10A electricity connections and 13 are fully serviced. Early booking is advisable.
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Saltram House, Devon
Step back in time with a visit to Saltram House, a magnificent Georgian mansion in Devon. The ground floor of the house is wheelchair accessible (the top floor is currently closed to all visitors), allowing visitors to explore opulent rooms and learn about the building's history. The estate's gardens and parkland are also accessible, offering picturesque walks and tranquil surroundings.
Standard admission with free carer/accompanying person ticket
As you leave the A38 for Plymouth, negotiate the Marsh Mills roundabout and approach through a light industrial estate, you can have no idea that there is a lush green touring park tucked away from the modern, out-of-town shopping units in a quiet green valley. Part of the park is being developed to provide a residential area alongside the River Plym which has therefore meant a reduction in the number of touring pitches. However, there are still some 200 spaces available for touring, 130 of which have 10A electricity, and 65 are on hardstanding. There are also 59 grass pitches for tents. Hidden behind a high, evergreen hedge are an attractive swimming pool and children’s pool. A play area is nearby and a pleasant restaurant with a bar and games room provide welcome facilities and entertainment in high season.
Situated on the southwest edge of Dartmoor, this holiday park has been developed on the grounds of the old Langstone Manor house. The touring pitches are tucked into various garden areas with mature trees and flowering shrubs or in the walled garden area with views over the moor. There are 40 level grass pitches, which vary in size (35 with 16A electricity). A popular camping area has been terraced with open views over farmland and the moor.
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Tate St Ives, Cornwall
Art enthusiasts will delight in a visit to Tate St Ives, located in the charming coastal town of St Ives. This contemporary art gallery showcases works by renowned artists and offers wheelchair access throughout the building. With accessible parking, ramps, and elevators, you can easily navigate the exhibition spaces and enjoy the stunning coastal views.
Standard admission with free carer/accompanying person ticket
Ramp to entrance and lifts to all floors
Accessible toilets on site
Wheelchairs available for hire
Assistance dogs welcome
Designated Blue Badge parking space available (book in advance, only one available)
A popular and attractively developed park, Polmanter is located high up at the back of Saint Ives with wonderful sea and countryside views. The Osborne family has worked hard to develop Polmanter as a complete family base. Converted farm buildings provide a cosy lounge bar with a conservatory overlooking the heated swimming pool.
A large and spacious site with pitches laid out amongst undulating dunes leading down to its own three-mile-long sandy beach. Some of the pitches have lovely views over St Ives Bay, while others are more sheltered by the large dunes and may be some way from the beach.
Unfortunately we can't guarantee full level access and accessible facilities at all the sites we've mentioned above. We're pushing for more accessibility transparency from sites across the UK and Europe, and hope that more sites make use of our new accessibility search filters and badges.
