Amazing events, thoughtful planning and a brilliant place to socialise or disappear into your book!
5
5
Date of visit: August 2026
I have experience of challenges around: moving around
I use or have experience of: powerchair
Overall Rating
Excellent
Every year the book festival continues to improve accessibility. This year there are mobility scooters that people can borrow and their very own Changing Places toilet. The accessibility team are the best I have known and our event was handled seamlessly with very friendly staff. The indoor and outdoor seating is brilliant, with spaces in the picnic benches with a space for wheelchair users and lots of other options. With amazing food, amazing books and amazing authors, what are you waiting for? đ
Disabled Access In and Around
Excellent
Thoughtful access planning has made the book festival accessible to many. The events have close captions on a large screen for those who need it.
Accessible facilities: Lift to all areas, Step-free entrance, Seating at regular intervals
Parking & Transport
Excellent
I travelled to this place by personal vehicle
Accessible facilities: Drop-off or pick up point, Public or on street parking
Accessible Toilets
The first year that they have their own Changing Places toilet and it is great. There is sensory lighting, it is heated and there is music. Just use your Radar key to access it.
Facilities: Changing Places toilet
Staff
Excellent
Amazing staff, enthusiastic and friendly. They clearly love what they are doing and will happily help you and answer questions.
