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…
Leisure
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…
8 in 10 disabled people say they struggle when holidaying in the UK
Over a third of disabled people surveyed use UK hotels/resorts more than once a year Yet 8 in 10 disabled people face struggles with holiday…
The UK’s first discount card for people with disabilities has arrived
Introducing the Diversability Card, the official discount card for people with disabilities, providing exclusive and market-leading discounts with the UK’s favourite brands, service and entertainment…
The Great British Beer Festival teams up with the MS Society
Partnering fun with raising money for an important cause, The Great British Beer Festival has partnered with the MS Society. Working together will see awareness…
NRS Healthcare releases Accessibility Guide to UK’s National Parks
The 15 National Parks across the UK strive to create a more inclusive society for all and from 24th-30th July, they are celebrating National Parks…
The summer holidays are sorted with The Rough Guide to Accessible Britain
With the summer holidays finally approaching, it’s time to plan some great days out for the whole family to enjoy with the help of the…
Research reveals travel trends for Brits with accessibility issues
Over half of people believe travel companies have become more understanding of those with accessibility issues Almost half of people with limited mobility go on…