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4.5
4.5
Date of visit: July 2018
I have experience of challenges around: hearing and moving around.
Overall Rating
Excellent
The National Memorial Arboretum, not been in my chair before, I would hope they are geared up for me! As they deal with many veterans and amputees don't they. Yes I was right and all was well. First thing to do was go on the Land Train that runs round the site. This was good as there was a commentary on the memorials we passed, I managed to hear most of it too. The best bit of it was I could stay in my chair as I was just wheeled aboard. Following on from the train was to walked about a bit (you know what I mean) the paths are really smooth and wide, although there are some memorial which require off road skills. At one point there were steps but a smooth slope was adjacent to it. There are also plenty of benches for pushers to rest. Not sure how I would get up to the memorial wall, As it threatened rain and we went in for coffee and cake. However whilst on the train I did see a wheelchair being pushed up a spiral path but it looked like hard work and I am not sure Mom would be up to that. Before leaving I checked out the shop which was easy to negotiate and the disabled loo which was fine and one of the best layouts visited yet
Disabled Access In and Around
Excellent
No concerns, all on one level and very spacious.
Parking & Transport
Good
As there was plenty of room I forgot about disabled parking but the car park had a good level surface and was no great distance from the entrance.
Accessible Toilets
Excellent
Fabulous, best and cleanest yet. I was in the early stages of knowing what to look for so although I didn't note grab rails or pull cord they were definitely disabled loos and my wheelchair fitted inside.
Staff
Excellent
Everyone was very friendly and courteus.
