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Mellwaters Barn Cottages are centrally placed in the North Pennine Area of outstanding Natural Beauty, The cottages were designed by a wheelchair user who understands the problems of accessibility. The access to the cottages is exceptionally good and the purpose built footpaths make the farm accessible too so that everyone can enjoy the magnificent views.

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Disabled Access Information Provided by Mellwaters Barn Cottages

Disabled Access at Mellwaters Barn Cottages

Mellwaters Barn has been rated under the National Accessible scheme as suitable for: Older and less mobile guests Part-time wheelchair users Assisted wheelchair users With our personal experience with dealing with disabilities we take great pleasure in welcoming people who may be in a wheelchair or just less able to walk without help. The cottages were designed by a wheelchair user who understands the problems of accessibility. The access to the cottages is exceptionally good and the purpose built footpaths make the farm accessible too so that everyone can enjoy the magnificent views. Level entry access to all cottages All doorways 850 to 900 mm wide. All rooms in Blue Tit and Kingfisher have at least 1500 mm turning circle Through lifts in Blue Tit and Kingfisher Stairlift in Wren Blue Tit and Kingfisher kitchens adapted for wheelchair users with access under hob and sink, work surfaces and oven at wheelchair useable height. Assistance Dogs for Disabled Visitors are welcome in Blue Tit Cottage by prior arrangement. All beds are profiling and can be raised by 7.5 or 15 cm. Reclining chairs in Blue Tit and Kingfisher. Blue Tit has a level entry wet room. Ceiling hoists in bathrooms of Kingfisher and Wren. Movable grab rails available for use in all cottages positioned to meet individual requirements, rather than fixed grab rails which are often very restricting. Additional equipment available on request including mobile hoists, shower chairs, toilet seats etc. A list of equipment for our less mobile visitors is available on request. DISABILITY EQUIPMENT ALL FREE OF CHARGE BUT YOU MUST LET US KNOW YOUR REQUIREMENTS WHEN YOU BOOK

Accessible parking at Mellwaters Barn Cottages

All of our parking is on site with Blue Tit and Kingfisher Cottages spaces situated next to the front doors and Wren and Robin Cottages parking is no longer than a 20 second walk round the side of the building.

Dedicated on-site parking

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

Toilets features at Mellwaters Barn Cottages

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.