News (June 2024) - Accessible Holidays - Tourism For All

Following in the footsteps of Open Country, a charity based in Harrogate, releasing a series of accessible walking routes, we thought we would showcase some of the amazing places across Yorkshire where you can enjoy an accessible break or day trip this summer.

What do stargazing, artificial intelligence, Pink Floyd and Harry Potter have in common? They’re all part of the After Dark evening events programme this autumn at Winchester Science Centre. A mix of family and adult only events will take place throughout September, October and November.

Looking for live performances to enjoy in July? Here’s a round up of accessible performances coming to theatres and other venues across the UK.

Hoe Grange Holidays, a beacon of accessibility nestled in the Derbyshire Peak District, has been honoured with the prestigious gold award for Accessible and Inclusive Tourism at the 2024 VisitEngland Awards for Excellence. The award demonstrates their commitment to excellence and their status as leaders in the field of inclusive holiday experiences.

Did you know that the third week of June every year is Learning Disability Week?

WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, in Gloucestershire, are delighted to have won Gold in the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2024 as ‘Large Visitor Attraction of the Year’.  

Whether you want to celebrate your father, step father, grandfather or any other father figure in your life, there are plenty of accessible places you can visit for a day trip or a long weekend.