Visually Impaired Group Visit Am Fasgadh
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5
Date of visit: September 2016
I have experience of challenges around: dexterity or coordination, hearing and moving around.
Overall Rating
Excellent
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.
Disabled Access In and Around
Excellent
Entry is straight off ground level via 2 sets of swing glass doors. The corridors are bright and wide. The lift is small but can take 4 people or a wheelchair and 1 or 2. Staff are very helpful and will do everything they can to make your visit easy and enjoyable.
Parking & Transport
Excellent
There is adequate parking outside the building for disabled parking, or minibuses. There is also a large car park for the whole Folk Park, so people could be dropped at the door and then vehicles moved to large carpark if necessary.
Accessible Toilets
Excellent
All toilets are a good size and brightly lit. Nobody had any complaints.
Staff
Excellent
All staff were extremely helpful and willing to make the necessary adjustments to accommodate individual needs. They were all very pleasant and welcoming and very knowledgeable about their Scottish artefact history.
Additional Information
Definitely recommend! We will go back again. Go as a group or as individuals or couples, but need to book tours in advance
