Changing Places
Eeverybody is going to Strawberry Field
An iconic landmark that has never been open to the public will open its gates for the first time. And it will be open to ALL, in part because of its WCs….
Heading to the toilets improves accessibility of harbour facilities
A radio show item about the misery thousands of disabled people face if they need a WC away from home has inspired Ullapool Harbour Trust to prove that where there’s a will, there’s a way to improve accessibility.
Ikea continues commitment to be accessible
IKEA Gateshead has become the latest of the brand’s stores to install a Changing Places toilet as part of the chain’s ongoing ambition to be accessible to all.
Heritage venue demonstrates best practice in putting people first
The UK’s most popular living museum is using its newest attraction to deliver best practice in accessibility, and truly open its doors to everyone.
Extra accessiility on the motorway
Written by Angela May Published: 23 June 2019 Continuing investment in its facilities is enabling Extra MSA Group to become one of the most accessible motorway service area operators in the UK
Closomat has installed a Changing Places assisted accessible toilet at three Morrisons stores.
To plagiarise the song, we are ALL going to the zoo…..or at least Newquay Zoo, with its investment in fully accessible facilities.
‘Next generation’ changing places for shopping & leisure
A newly redeveloped town centre, billed as being “the next generation in shopping and leisure”, has taken the ethos through to its customer facilities, especially for disabled visitors.
Motorway inclusion arrives at Gloucester services Southbound
The UK’s only major independent motorway services operator has further enhanced its quality offering for customers by adding a state-of-the-art disabled toilet facility.
Torbay offers changing places on the English Riviera
The English Riviera is now one of the most accessible tourist destinations in the country- with the opening of state-of-the-art toilet facilities.
Lost Gardens of Heligan Find Solution to Provide Changing Places for Disabled Accessibility One of the UK’s most popular botanical gardens is the latest venue aided by Closomat to deliver enhanced accessibility to visitors.
A disability campaigner has proved that people do listen if asked, with the opening of a ‘first’ in Scotland.
LEGOLAND® Windsor resort changing places
The UK's most visited children's theme park has become more accessible to guests- just by enhancing its toilet provision.
‘An inspiration’- in more ways than one
A national museum, originally envisaged as being “an inspiration for our country’s future”, has continued that philosophy in its latest refurbishment to deliver exemplar accessibility.
Changing places at Scotland’s biggest shopping centre
Scotland’s leading shopping and leisure destination- Silverburn in Glasgow- is ensuring it can be enjoyed by even more people, with the unveiling of new accessible facilities.
Accessibility is no secret in Bletchley
It’s no secret that JD Wetherspoon’s latest venue, Captain Ridley’s Shooting Party, is open to all.
Accessibility moves into a new level
One of the UK’s biggest shopping centres, intu, is giving a new level of customer experience.
Changing accessibility for the better
People with disabilities will find Liverpool one of the better airports to use when travelling by air, with the completion of a £4million refurbishment & upgrade of the departure lounge.
Moto helps improve access ‘up north’
Disabled travellers can venture further afield with the opening of the most northerly Changing Places on the M6.
What’s the story? A full house (of toilets)…
A new multi-arts centre heralded as transforming the cultural landscape is already reaping the results of its inclusive approach.
‘World-class’ facilities enable health & wellbeing
People in the West Midlands wanting to improve their health and fitness can benefit from new, state-of-the-art facilities that deliver optimum accessibility in all aspects.
Com-prehensive approach helps deliver ‘best practice’ in accessibility
The best leisure centre in the country is building on its reputation for excellence by investing in state-of-art facilities for disabled people.
Roadchef raises the standard in accessibility
Roadchef, one of the UK’s leading Motorway Service Area (MSA) operators, has announced the opening of a Changing Places facility at its Norton Canes site, on the M6 Toll.
Delivery of great brands on the motorway heads south
The UK’s largest motorway services provider, which operates on the ethos of delivering great brand and exceptional customer service, is extending its principle to Exeter….
Leicester champions disability access
A citywide programme to make Leicester accessible to all visitors has taken a major step forward with the opening of a state-of-the-art Changing Places toilet at the new Haymarket Bus Station.
'Total' approach to inclusivity helps take Liverpudlian history into the 21st Century...
Improving patient quality of care...
Improving the quality of patient care is being taken to new dimensions in Cheshire, as a result of commitment by local campaigners and the privacy & dignity team.
Hospital goes to the toilet to help optimise outpatient user-friendliness
The dignity and hygiene issues of having to change someone on a toilet floor has struck a chord with County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, who have taken steps to ensure anyone visiting the premises has appropriate toilet amenities.
The town alleged to be the best place in Britain to live is now even better, especially if you are disabled….
Morrisons unveils its first Changing Places for disabled people
Leading supermarket chain Morrisons plc has unveiled its first accessible, assisted Changing Places toilet for disabled customers – the first of its kind at a Midlands supermarket.
Changing Places at Bullring...
The Midlands' number one shopping destination, Bullring, has opened a new Changing Places toilet.
Commitment to customer care, particularly the disabled, has been nationally recognised with the winning of two Awards by The Trafford Centre.
Setting the standard in university inclusivity
Teesside University is leading the field in health & wellbeing with an ‘all-inclusive’ approach to student needs.
Core solution for disabled needs ‘away from home’
A new Changing Places assisted accessible toilet is addressing local accessibility needs in the heart of England.
Changing Places to achieve efficient ‘best practice’ delivery of youth services
Bolton Council is demonstrating it is possible to deliver more, cost-effectively, in the face of lost facilities....
Award-winning venue expands accessibility
An award-winning venue is extending its openness with investment in enhanced facilities for disabled theatre-goers.
One of the UK's largest multi-purpose arenas is now truly delivering access to all areas-with the opening of a new state of the art disabled toilet.
Changing Places at Wembley! Wembley Stadium is now even more accessible to all, at all levels...
Doncaster Council’s Civic Office
The first phase of a £300m regeneration of Doncaster’s Waterdale is now accessible to all, regardless of ability…
The target of becoming 'the most accessible city in Europe' is set in Manchester with the opening of the local government's first Changing Places toilet.
One of England’s few outdoor water parks is now fully inclusive – with the addition of a new toilet.
Rugby world cup tries to extend Millennium accessibility
The Millennium Stadium is now closer to achieving its aim of removing any barriers to its use by disabled people: it has opened a new Changing Places assisted, accessible toilet.
Changing Places at the Orangebox to optimise youth potential
An innovative project designed by, and for, young people in Halifax has taken steps to ensure it is accessible to all – by including a state-of-the art toilet!
Unique location for changing places
A unique project is bringing “excellence to all”- including disabled people.
“Enjoyable” shopping experience delivered for everyone
“An even better experience for our customers” is extending through to the toilets in North Swindon.
Wetherspoon’s Lifeboat to the rescue for special needs
Residents of and visitors to one of Lancashire’s most popular resort towns can be sure all their needs are met at the new JD Wetherspoon pub in Formby.
Changing city centre accessibility
Edinburgh’s historic city centre is delivering optimum accessibility with the opening of a new pub by Waverley Station.
New centre’s ‘flagship’ status extends to accessibility
The new Aberavon Leisure & Fitness Centre will transform the famous seafront into one of the most accessible in Wales – helped by its toilets!
Aiming to set a new standard in away from home accessible toilets
JD Wetherspoon, already a champion in its provision of accessible toilets, is setting new standards by becoming the first major national pub chain to open a Changing Places.
Britain’s best airport¹ now offers the best facilities for disabled travellers too, with the opening of three Changing Places toilets.
Changing places at international gateway
Commitment to improving customer journeys is being taken 'above and beyond' at East Midlands Airport, with a complete refurbishment of its Changing Places toilet.
