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    Waddesdon Manor

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    Waddesdon Manor is a French Renaissance-style chateau built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in 1874 to entertain the fashionable world and to house his collection of fine art. We're continuing the tradition today of entertainment and hospitality with events celebrating food and wine, and opportunities for you to explore our history, collections and gardens throughout the year. Step back in time in the Victorian style gardens and enjoy vibrant colours on the parterre. Visit rare and exotic birds housed in the Rococo-style Aviary, or become an adventurer in the Woodland Playground which winds through the trees.

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    Sept 2017

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    House and Gardens

    Beautiful house and Gardens, helpful friendly staff

    Disabled Access Information Provided by Waddesdon Manor

    Disabled Access at Waddesdon Manor

    There is a lift in the historic house to the main floors. Step-free access to the Treasury is via chairlift; please note that visitors must be able to self-transfer for use. The path from the visitor car park to the manor is step-free but steep, especially towards the end.
    Seating at regular intervals

    Seating is available at regular intervals.

    Lift to some areas

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

    Disabled access
    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 food and beverage outlet

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

    Step-free access to most areas

    There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift.

    Accessible parking at Waddesdon Manor

    Blue Badge & limited mobility parking spaces are available at the top of the main visitor car park. A shuttle bus service runs continuously between the visitor car park and Manor during opening hours, which is free to disabled visitors and essential companions, and is wheelchair/mobility scooter friendly. Disabled visitors who are unable to use the shuttle bus can ask a staff member for assistance, who will arrange for alternative parking closer to the manor.
    Electric Vehicle Charging

    There is an accessible electric vehicle charging point.

    Public or on street parking

    Accessible parking bays are available nearby within 50 metres of the entrance.

    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 Waddesdon Manor

    A Changing Places facility located at the Manor through the Manor Shop. Please note that a RADAR key is required for access - please ask in the Manor Shop if you require a key. Accessible toilets are located at the manor, visitor car park and Stables. Ambulant toilets also located at the visitor car park and manor. Please note that the ambulant toilets at the manor are currently in the gentlemen's toilets only.
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    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.

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    Changing Places toilet

    There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult-size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.

    Accessible formats at Waddesdon Manor

    An audio tour in various languages is available for free via the Bloomberg Connects App. Deaf-led British Sign Language tours run throughout the year. Please see our website to book: https://waddesdon.org.uk/.
    Audio formats

    Information is available in audio format.

    Sign Language

    BSL interpretation is available.

    Accessible services at Waddesdon Manor

    Wheelchair hire

    Wheelchairs are available for visitors to hire or borrow.

    Relaxed performances

    Relaxed performances are available.

    Disability awareness/equality training

    Staff have received disability awareness or equality training.

    Designated quiet space or room

    A designated quiet space or room is available.

    Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people

    Personal or general emergency evacuation plans are in place for disabled customers.

    Fast-track queuing

    Fast-track queuing is available for disabled customers.

    Table service as standard or on request

    Table service is available as standard or on request.

    Assistive listening system - Hearing Loop

    There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.

    Other features at Waddesdon Manor

    There is a Quiet Space facility in the manor available to anyone who is feeling overwhelmed. There is a comfortable chair, fidget toys, sunflower lanyards and ear defenders in the room. Please ask a member of staff or volunteer if you would like to use the space. Relaxed House Openings run once per month and are an ideal way to visit the historic house in a calmer, lower-capacity environment. Please see our website to book: https://waddesdon.org.uk/. Staff are trained biannually in fire evacuation, including evacuation procedures for visitors who are unable to use stairs. In this instance, evacuation sledges may be used, and staff are trained to operate them. Visitors with disabilities may bring up to two accompanying essential companions free of charge when paying for a full price ticket. Supporting documents must be provided in person at the entrance points on site. The following documents are acceptable as proof of eligibility: Disability Allowance letter, PIP letter, Access Pass, or any other appropriate supporting documentation as issued by your local council. Where essential companion tickets gain access to events or dining experiences, they do not include materials or catering. Essential companions wishing to participate in events and dining experiences are required to purchase a full price ticket.  Mobility scooters, wheelchairs and electric wheelchairs are welcome across the site. Wheelchairs are available to borrow, on a first come first served basis. For any questions relating to access requirements, please see our accessibility pages on our website which include an access guide and specifications, or; contact our Box Office team who will be happy to answer any questions.
    Tramper hire

    All-terrain mobility scooters (trampers) are available for visitors to hire or borrow.

    Dietary requirements catered for

    A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.

    Carers discount

    A carers discount is available.

    Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi is available for customers.

    Online booking

    Online booking is available.

    Dedicated disabled access information email address

    The venue has a dedicated email address for customers to request additional detailed accessibility information.

    Dedicated disabled access information phone line

    The venue has a dedicated phone line for customers to request additional detailed accessibility information.

    More Information

    For additional detailed accessibility information, please contact: enquiries@waddesdon.org.uk

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    Location

    Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, HP18 0JH

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