5 Accessible Places to Visit in Cambridgeshire for Disabled People
Cambridgeshire offers a wonderful range of things to see and do. Breathe in a land of lazy waterways, rolling countryside, majestic cathedrals, magnificent stately homes, bustling market towns and quaint villages. Cambridge is home to one of the world's oldest universities, the 1871 Gothic- revival All Saints Church and stunning gardens. Quaint passageways are set around the historic colleges and marketplace, where a relaxing and unique shopping experience can be found.
But what if you have accessibility needs? How can you be confident that you’ll find places to visit in Cambridgshire that will be accessible to you?
Our list of 5 accessible places to visit in Cambridgeshire is here to help you be prepared, whether you need:
- step-free access
- wheelchair access
- ramps and lifts
- a hearing loop
- audio formats
- Braille or large print
- staff trained in sign language
- details of parking facilities
- information on light and noise levels.
For each place on the list, we’ve linked to our Detailed Access Guide, which tells you all about a venue’s access. They are all 100% facts, figures, and photographs, collected by trained AccessAble surveyors who check out every single place in person.
Fitzwilliam Museum
The Fitzwilliam Museum is the art and antiquities museum of the University of Cambridge. From antiquity to the present day, the Fitzwilliam houses a world-renowned collection of over half a million beautiful works of art, masterpiece paintings and historical artefacts. The Fitzwilliam Museum is free to visit.
Key accessible facilities include Blue Badge/Accessible Parking Bays, audio description and seats for those who need them.
Fitzwilliam Museum Detailed Access Guide
Brampton Woods Nature Reserve
Brampton Woods Nature Reserve is the second largest ancient woodland in Cambridgeshire. The reserve is at least 900 years old and was designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in 1954. Spanning 132 hectares, the reserve is filled with Aspen, Ash, Oak, Field Maple, and Birch and hosts a myriad of plants and animals. Perfect for a family day out in nature or a walk with a furry friend!
Key accessible facilities includes on site parking, ramped/sloped access and seats for those who need them.
Brampton Woods Nature Reserve Detailed Access Guide
Ely Cathedral
Ely Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral with its origins in AD 672. The present building dates back to 1083, and it was granted cathedral status in 1109. The cathedral is open between 10am-4pm during the week and offer guided tours including behind the scenes access to the Cathedral's Octagon Tower and the Monastic Buildings around the Cathedral grounds.
Key accessible facilities include accessible toilets, assistive listening, and seats for those who need them.
Ely Cathedral Detailed Access Guide
Tenpin Bowling
Tenpin Cambridge is the perfect place to go bowling! With 28 bowling lanes, pool tables, table tennis, and arcades.
Key accessible facilities include on site Blue Badge/Accessible Parking Bays, ambulant toilet, and seats for those who need them.
Tenpin Bowling Detailed Access Guide
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Science
The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences is the geology museum of the University of Cambridge. The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences is the Universities oldest museum and encompasses thousands of fossils of animals and plants that show the evolution of life in the oceans, on land and in the air. The Museum is open Monday - Friday, 10.00-17.00 and Saturday 10.00-16.00 and is free to enter. Perfect for a family day out!
Key accessible facilities include large print, assistive listening, and ramped/sloped access.
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Science Detailed Access Guides
If you’re visiting any of these attractions, why not download the AccessAble App from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
For more information about accessible places to visit, stay, eat and drink in Cambridgeshire, click the links below.