Highland Folk Museum

Overall rating

4.37

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Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore is Britain’s first mainland open-air museum and opened in 1944. All the information for this venue has been submitted by visitors in the form of reviews. If you represent this museum please submit your information using the 'Venues' tab above.

Reviews

Overall rating

4.37

(4 reviews)

Overall rating breakdown

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4 3
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Access (avg.)

Parking (avg.)

4.5

Toilets (avg.)

4.5

Staff (avg.)

4.5

jonwatkins

Jul 2017

4.5

Great Day out at a low cost

Most of the site is wheelchair (if you are strong) and mobility scooter friendly although the site is on a slope. Some of the properties aren't accessible without using a few steps. The toilet is easily accessible, spacious but the red cord was tied up tp a hand rail!

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h_l_t_y_s

Jun 2017

A hands on experience

There was a lot of space for wheelchair access. It was really fun as there was no reading. It was just all old buildings which you could visit including a post office , sweetie shop and farm sheds where you could learn about rationing.

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ros_m

Sept 2016

Visually Impaired Group Visit Am Fasgadh

The Strathspey Visually Impaired Group had an outing to see the huge collection of Scottish artefacts, in the Am Fasgadh museum, at the Highland Folk Park, in Newtonmore. We were given an excellent guided tour, tailored to the needs of group members, encouraged to be hands on to gain insight into fabrics, woodwork, etc.. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and obviously enjoyed their position, talking enthusiastically about all the items on display. We got to see and touch various pieces of furniture, weaving machines, sports equipment, household equipment, vehicles, fabrics, and more. Afterwards, the group enjoyed a delicious afternoon cup of tea and cake. There is a lift for people with mobility issues, or unable to access stairs. There is ample room to negotiate the aisles between exhibits and a huge collection to view. Highly recommend.

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Disabled Access Information Provided by Highland Folk Museum

Disabled Access at Highland Folk Museum

Lift to some areas

The venue is on multiple levels, with lifts available to some areas.

Disabled access

Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance

There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

Accessible retail space

The retail space is accessible, with step-free access and space to move around easily.

Step-free entrance

There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance.

Wheelchair-accessible viewing area

A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available, providing an optimal vantage point to view performances, presentations or activities.

Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet

There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.

Accessible parking at Highland Folk Museum

Drop-off or pick up point

There is a drop-off or pick up point less than 50 metres from the accessible entrance.

Dedicated on-site parking

On-site accessible parking bays are available within 50 metres of the entrance.

Toilets features at Highland Folk Museum

Accessible toilet

A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.