Venue Description

Guardian, standing 20 mfrs high, is the largest miners' memorial in the world. Sited in parkland with a Heritage Centre & cafe it provides the ideal location for children as well as the history buff. River walks, cycle path and benches provide plenty of space for families to enjoy the day. We have full disabled access throughout, wifi in the cafe area, and a hearing loop in the conference centre along with a state-of-the-art Smart Board for presentations.

Accessibility

Full disabled access throughout the Heritage Centre. Automatic outside entrance door, a lift to the first floor with low-down buttons, toilet facilities, paved garden area. Guardian statue stands at the end of 300 mtr. smooth pathway from car park with benches alongside. Swing gate to car park can be opened fully for wheelchairs.

Accessible Performances

Tours of Guardian can be booked prior to visiting. A volunteer guide would accompany guests and explain the history of the site and its surroundings. No fee is charged, but a donation is requested. Six Bells Regeneration Ltd is a social enterprise and all profits are used within the community.

Awards List

Trip Advisor Certificate of Exellence * Voluntary Sector Achievements Award * GAVO Young Volunteer Group Award? * LINC Housing Association Award.

Toilets

Toilets are accessible by manual wheelchair, may be difficult for larger powered chairs.

Staff

Staff are trained to be helpful to customers and provide assistance if requested.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Dogs can be exercised next to the car park, opposite the Heritage Centre.

Other assistance dog facilities

Water bowls are provided on request.