Holidaying in the UK
We are certainly lucky to live on such a diverse landscape. Seaside views to towering mountains or busy cities, the UK has a lot to…
Leisure
The best of Britain’s accessible attractions
Whether you’re staying put at home or travelling to another part of the country, the UK is brimming with opportunities for you to act like…
March’s autism-friendly screenings
It might officially be spring but with the weather showing no signs of relenting with the Beast from the East, we’re not banking on sun…
The best books by writers with disabilities
Curling up with a good book is one of the life’s greatest joys.
Meet Duke the retriever with a 3D prosthetic
The advancements being made with prosthetics and technology are incredible, from bionic limbs helping kids walk again to electric skin. But what about our furry…
How to make clubbing more inclusive
Going out with friends, enjoying live music or dancing in a nightclub are some of life’s pleasures. Clubs are now opening their doors to those…
Beat the winter blues and book yourself an accessible holiday
Still feeling shocked that we’re in 2018 already? There’s no denying that the start of the year can be a pretty gloomy – so dust…
The world’s first Para-football association is launching in Scotland
For better or worse, Scotland has become famous (or perhaps infamous) for its football. While the country is maybe not known for its, err, winning…
Love is all around
Let’s talk about sex baby – and let’s talk about improving sex education for disabled people. We need to end the idea that people with…
February’s autism-friendly cinema screenings
With the weather showing no signs of improving, the cinema’s the perfect way to spend a chilly Sunday morning. We’ve got a round-up of the…
How Jo’s Odd Shoes is giving spare shoes new homes
One morning Jo O’Callaghan looked at the mountain of odd shoes at the bottom of her wardrobe and decided enough was enough. The 44-year-old who…
Gateshead teen going for gold at The World Games
A Gateshead College student with cerebral palsy has been selected to participate in the 2018 Cerebral Palsy International Sports and Recreation Association World Games in…
Hoe Grange Holidays announced as Champion of Champions at Rural Business Awards
Hoe Grange Holidays scooped the coveted overall “Champion of Champions” Award as well as the hard-fought “Best Rural Tourism Business” Award at the Rural Business Awards…
UK airports delaying support for autistic passengers
Many autistic travellers find air travel a difficult experience due to the airport environment. Large crowds, noise, invasive security checks and disruption to familiar routine,…
Access all areas – £25k VisitScotland boost for disabled review website
A popular review website which aims to “remove the fear of the unknown” for disabled visitors to Scotland has been awarded £25,000 by the national…