Awards for Walby Farm Park

VistEngland VAQAS

Additional information on this classification scheme is available from VisitEngland.

Self-assessed Accessibility Information

Self-assessed Accessibility Information provides a list of available facilities and services, highlighted as being of key importance by disabled people. Along with Access Statements, which provide a fuller written description of accessibility, it can help people with access needs make an informed choice as to whether accommodation, attractions, food & drink or shopping establishments meet their needs.

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

Designated parking for guests with disabilities
Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is solid
Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
The route from the parking area to the entrance:
Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
From the entrance to reception / ticket area
To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
To the gift shop
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
Baby changing facilities
Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
High chairs for children
Children's menu

General

Hearing loop system
Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
Clear signage
Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
Audible alarm system
Visual alarm system

Notes

We are a farm visitor attraction situated within the World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall therefore: 1. A concrete surface leads from the disabled parking to the entrance, the walkway from the main Car Park is gravel. 2. Nature Trail is accessible with a children's buggy. 3. Some attractions are located in grassy paddocks with no concrete walkways, after a prolonged period of wet weather they may be less accessible. 4. Concessions are available for those aged 65 years and over only.