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Accessible Days Out in Buckinghamshire for the Elderly

Across Buckinghamshire, there are plenty of attractions with accessibility measures in place for you and your family to enjoy. No matter where interests lie, be it transport, history or animals; there is sure to be a day out that suits. This guide will help you plan for your family in Buckinghamshire with parking, accessibility, prices and contacts information.

You may also be interested in cultural activities for the elderly in Buckinghamshire and accessible afternoon teas in Buckinghamshire.

Bekonscot Model Village & Railway, Beaconsfield

Opening in 1929, Bekonscot Model Village & Railway is the oldest original model village in the world. There is 1.5 acres of well kept gardens and finely detailed 1930s model buildings to explore. Since its opening, Bekonscot has welcomed 15 million visitors who have enjoyed marvelling at the intricacy of the models.

In terms of planning your day, Bekonscot has a kids play area, tea room and education centre. All the facilities on-site are wheelchair accessible (excluding the elevated walkway) and there are disabled toilets near to the tea room.

Parking

There are fifty free car parking spaces at St Teresa’s Church opposite the Bekonscot model village’s pedestrian entrance. There are also two disabled parking spaces on Warwick Road, near the entrance.

See more parking information.

Guide Dogs

Assistance dogs are allowed in the village.

Wheelchair and scooter hire

Two wheelchairs are available for free hire from the entrance. These can be pre-booked if preferred.

Prices

  • Adult: ยฃ12.70
  • Child: ยฃ8.10
  • Concession: ยฃ12.20
  • Carer: ยฃ6.60

Ticket prices including gift aid are slightly more expensive.

Opening Times

Opening times vary seasonally.

Contact

Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes

Bletchley Park Milton Keynes

Bletchley Park is an English country house and estate in Milton Keynes that became the centre of the code-cracking effort during the Second World War. Around the site, Bletchley Park is now set up as a museum with huts and exhibitions commemorating different parts of the war effort.

Bletchley Park do their best to help all visitors get the full experience. Their full access statement gives details of how each part of the site is adapted to disability needs. There is a cafe, picnics are welcome and afternoon tea is available on weekends.

Parking

There are 24 disabled parking spaces at the back of the Portersโ€™ Lodge at the entrance and another five in Block F car park. Friendly porters will let you know where to park when you arrive.

Guide Dogs

Assistance dogs and guide dogs are welcome.

Wheelchair hire

Wheelchairs are available to borrow for free from the Visitor Centre.

Visual and hearing aids

Freeย multimedia guidesย are on offer to all visitors to enhance the Bletchley Park experience.ย Sound enhancement systems are also available at certain times. Please speak to friendly tour guides for help with equipment.

Prices

  • Adult ยฃ25.50
  • Child (12-17): ยฃ17.00
  • Under 12s: Free
  • Concession (Over 60s with ID Card): ยฃ23.00
  • Book Online

Opening Times

  • Summer (March to October), 9:30am - 5:00pm (last admission at 3:00pm)
  • Winter (November to February), 9:30am - 4:00pm (Last admission at 2:00pm)

Contact

Chiltern Open Air Museum

Chiltern open air museum

Chiltern Open Air Museum was founded in Buckinghamshire by volunteers in 1976. The museum tells the story of the Chiltern people through a special landscape of rolling chalk hills, traditional crafts and time-honoured ways of life. Throughout the year, Chiltern puts on different, exciting exhibitions; see What’s On.

Most of Chiltern is an outdoor museum with a collection of 37 historic buildings. Some of these buildings, due to their historic nature, are not completely accessible. However where possible, ramps are provided and all the outdoor exhibitions can be enjoyed.

Parking

There are designated parking spaces for blue badge holders close to the museum entrance. Electric scooters are welcome on site with a 5mph speed limit. The museum has a golf buggy to provide lifts for less mobile visitors.

Guide dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome around all areas of Chiltern.

Wheelchair and scooter hire

Chiltern has wheelchairs and electric mobility scooters available to borrow free of charge with a security deposit. These are available on a first come first serve basis, so, best to book ahead on 01494 871 117.

Toilets

There is an accessible toilet to the left of the Caversham Edwardian toilets. There are also accessible toilet facilities at the โ€˜Bakerlooโ€™ mid site toilets on the Village Green (No.14a on the Museum map).

Hearing aids

Small portable loop systems are installed at the ticket office and cafe.

Prices

  • Adult: ยฃ10.50*
  • Concession: ยฃ9.50*
  • Children (4-16): ยฃ7.50*
  • Children (Under 4): Free

*These are pre-booked prices, add ยฃ1.00 to each price for on the door pricing

Note that prices vary depending upon event and experience days. Grounds and gardens access is free.

Opening times

Opening times vary seasonally.

Contact

Odds Farm Park, High Wycombe

Odds farm park high wycombe

With plenty of animals to see and exciting play areas, Odds Farm Park is a great destination for the elderly to enjoy with their grandchildren. Animals can be self fed and a mini golf course is available.

Odds Farm Park are committed to making the farm as accessible as possible; read their full access statement here. All internal areas are located on the ground floor and the surface is even. In terms of food, there is a choice of cafes or picnics are welcomed.

Parking

All car parking is free at Odds Farm Park. There are 3 Blue Badge Holder spaces situated approximately 120 metres from the main entrance.

Guide dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome around Odds Farm Park.

Wheelchair hire

There is one wheelchair available to hire free of charge by pre-booking prior to your visit.

Prices

  • Adult: ยฃ12.95 Weekdays, ยฃ13.95 Weekends (ยฃ19.95 over Easter School Holidays)
  • Child (under 2): Free
  • Child (2-16): ยฃ12.95 Weekdays, ยฃ13.95 Weekends (ยฃ19.95 over Easter School Holidays)
  • Senior (60+): ยฃ11.95 Weekdays, ยฃ12.95 Weekends (ยฃ18.95 over Easter School Holidays)

Entry fees are discounted for carers and disabled visitors. Call the farm for more details.

Opening Times

Everyday, 10:00am – 5.30pm

Contact

The Roald Dahl Museum, Great Missenden

A family museum based in the home town of the much loved author, Roald Dahl. This attraction is a great one for grandparents to enjoy with young grandchildren.

The Roald Dahl shop and museum are primarily on the ground floor, with a fully step free site. There are also two accessible toilets. For more detailed information on accessibility, you’re encouraged to get in touch with the museum.

Parking

There are two local pay and display car parks in Great Missenden that are a five minutes walk away. For other options, please read the museum’s page on transport.

Visual and hearing aids

The Roald Dahl museum has tactile maps, a hearing loop and audio transcripts of audio visual presentations. A British Sign Language interpretation is available through the museum’s Signly App.

Prices

  • Visitors Aged 5+: ยฃ7.95
  • Children (Under 5): Free
  • Concessions (students, over 60s or those with disabilities): ยฃ5.95
  • Carers: Free (accompanied with another ticket)
  • Book Online

Opening Times

  • Summer Holidays: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00am - 4:30pm
  • Half Term: Monday to Sunday, 10:00am - 4:30pm
  • Term Time: Thursday to Sunday, 10:00am - 4:30pm

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