The National Archives
4.5
1 review4.5
1 reviewOpen to all, The National Archives is a place to explore 1,000 years of history - from Shakespeare's will to tweets from Downing Street. This impressive building in Kew is set in beautiful grounds and offers visitors a diverse programme of events, activities, research spaces and hosts special exhibitions throughout the year. We are a non-ministerial department, and the official archive and publisher for the UK Government, and for England and Wales. We are the guardians of over 1,000 years of iconic national documents. We are expert advisers in information and records management and are a cultural, academic and heritage institution. We fulfil a leadership role for the archive sector and work to secure the future of physical and digital records. We collect and secure the future of the government record, from Shakespeare’s will to tweets from Downing Street, to preserve it for generations to come, making it as accessible and available as possible. Our dedicated exhibition spaces host immersive exhibitions and curated collections of records held at The National Archives. You can discover the past through our series of online talks, webinars and ‘in conversations’, brought to you by our collections experts and special guests. You can delve into our exciting range of on site events, hosted here at The National Archives. Travel through time with our family activities. Our Time Travel Club family events are a great way for you and your children to learn and have fun.
Overall rating
4.5
(1 review)
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Access (avg.)
5
Parking (avg.)
2.5
Toilets (avg.)
4.5
Staff (avg.)
5
tinahodgkinson
Jul 2018
4.5
Excellent access and very helpful staff UPDATE Proactive response to my comments better accessible toilet signage coming not followed through
The venue is on multiple levels, with lifts available to all areas.
There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.
The retail space is accessible, with step-free access and space to move around easily.
There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance.
A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available, providing an optimal vantage point to view performances, presentations or activities.
There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.
There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift.
Seating is available at regular intervals.
There is a drop-off or pick up point less than 50 metres from the accessible entrance.
On-site accessible parking bays are available within 50 metres of the entrance.
There is an accessible bus station or stop nearby with suitable boarding areas and facilities for disabled passengers.
There is an accessible underground station nearby with suitable facilities and assistance available for disabled passengers.
A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.
There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario.
Facilities for assistance dogs, such as water bowls and toileting areas, are available.
An evacuation chair is available in case of emergency.
An infrared induction loop is available.
Wheelchairs are available for visitors to hire or borrow.
Staff have received disability awareness or equality training.
Bessant Drive, Richmond, Greater London, England, United Kingdom, TW9 4DU
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