Stephen Lightbown: Poet and disability rights champion
Bristol-based poet, Stephen Lightbown, is a wheelchair user who, twenty years after his sledging accident, began writing poetry and performing in venues around his city. Stephen, born in Lancashire, has an ambition to one day read poems in his Northern accent in New York! Until then, he continues to work for the NHS during the day and perform p...
The Access Survey by Euan’s Guide and Disabled Access Day asks disabled people their opinions of accessibility and access information provision in the UK. Over 900 disabled people, their families and friends shared their opinions about disabled access at the end of last year!
Click here to download The Access Survey 2018 Report
The responses...
Press Release: Pubs ‘harder to access than castles’ according to survey of disabled people
PRESS RELEASE
Pubs ‘harder to access than castles’ according to survey of disabled people
New research by the UK’s leading disabled access review website has found that the country’s watering holes are startlingly difficult to access
Over 900 disabled people have compared the accessibility of 13 types of venue including pubs and bars, cafes,...
Yesterday in London we attended the Impact Awards by Digital Agenda, the third annual celebration of ‘the very best of UK tech for good. ’ It was an excellent event and we got to hear about so many different innovations and projects throughout the awards ceremony. Euan’s Guide was a Diversity finalist alongside The Dots and Techtalent Charter,...
How many accessible bookshops can you think of? Based on Euan’s Guide reviews, there aren’t that many. Towering bookshelves, narrow corridors, too much clutter and steps up to the front door have all been listed as reasons why disabled people can’t enjoy their local bookshops, but it doesn’t have to be this way. To show you how easy it is to w...
There’s nothing better than treating yourself to a delicious afternoon tea to catch up with the loved ones or to relax after a busy week. From historic venues and garden settings to quirky restaurants, check out Euan’s Guide’s top wheelchair friendly places to enjoy this treat!
The Treehouse Restaurant, Alnwick
If you’re looking unique and...
A selection of March events from Euan’s Guide listed venues. With everything from adventure talks and audio described French comedy to the return of Disabled Access Day, what will you try this month?
Various Locations: Disabled Access Day
Saturday 16th March, 2019
Disabled Access Day is back! The day is all about ‘You and Somewhere New’ an...
4 wheelchair accessible farmers’ markets to fill up your cupboard
Farmers’ markets offer a multi-sensory experience. Not only do you get to replenish your kitchen with tasty food, but the aromas and colours of recently harvested veggies, as well as the lively atmosphere means they’re a great day out. Check out these accessible farmers’ markets for your next food shopping.
Salisbury’s Charter Market
Tuesda...
University can be one of the most exciting experiences. They are places where we get to grow and develop our areas of interest, try new activities, join societies, meet some of our closest friends, and make memories that will stay with us forever.
The UK has some of the oldest universities in the world. And while every campus varies in size...
Hosting some of the best music acts in the country, Glasgow is arguably Scotland’s best city for nightlife! From converted churches to lofty warehouses, the music scene in Glasgow is unmissable and, if you know where to look, impressively accessible. Here are a few of the city’s best easy-access music venues with tips for booking accessible tic...
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