1st step Mobility know all too well that going on days out can be stressful when you have mobility problems, and that many places are simply not equipped to deal with people who are in a two or one-handed wheelchair. This can put a dampener on things, but it doesn’t have to be this way! Awareness is improving, and we’re seeing an increase of accessibility options, including those for wheelchair users. As it’s prime sightseeing time, we thought we’d suggest some of our favourite wheelchair accessible places in London for our customers to enjoy this summer!
River Thames Boat Project
The River Thames Boat Project offers day cruises to both groups and individuals, with the whole experience being specifically geared towards those with limited mobility, disabilities, and mental health issues (and their carers).
The water is a great way to go sightseeing and offers a reprieve from the crowded streets of London. The boat can be accessed by a one-handed wheelchair and is the perfect way to catch a slice of tranquillity in an otherwise bustling city
St Paul’s Cathedral
Take the time to visit this iconic part of London’s skyline up close and personal, especially as the inside is just as breathtaking as its exterior! There’s a gorgeous array of artwork on display including mosaics, sculptures, carvings, and of course, the architecture itself. The cathedral offers lifts, level access, and a multimedia tour, making most of site wheelchair-friendly. Unfortunately, the three dome galleries are accessible only by stairs, but the multimedia guide does include a virtual tour of these areas.
The View From The Shard
Fancy visiting the tallest viewing platform in the capital? The view from the Shard is for you!
Open 10am-10pm in summer (7 pm in winter) the Shard boasts 360-degree views that can stretch for up to 40 miles, whether you favour the indoor viewing gallery on level 69 or the open air skydeck on 72. If the view (or the height!) isn’t enough to have you feeling giddy, you can always indulge at London’s highest Champagne bar, too!
The viewing galleries, toilets, and souvenir shop are all fully wheelchair-accessible, and guests with disabilities (and any accompanying carers) are offered concession prices when purchasing tickets.
