Your told the wheelchair isn't problem. Is it really accessible? I am in my thirties, can walk a few paces and manage a couple of steps. I use a wheelchair for longer distances and many family days out have been spoilt by promises of accessibility.
Friday, April 23, 2004
On a recent holiday to the Borders of Scotland we were disappointed on several occasions. (Although we enjoyed the holiday, and would recommend it to anyone).
Days out have had to be planned since I started using a chair. But having phoned in advance, I felt like I had been conned out of my money when I got into a place I could not get round.
We would like to know if others are in the same situation. Have you been told the paths are OK and they turn out to be gravel? Wheelchair's are cumbersome, mine is self propelled, but pushing is just as tricky.
I thought that a guide of truly accessible places would be useful. It would, of course, be more reliable if it was written by people with direct experience. In general, all advice is given in good faith and with the best intensions. It is, however, unfortunate that much of the information given is not as accurate as it could be.
Days out have had to be planned since I started using a chair. But having phoned in advance, I felt like I had been conned out of my money when I got into a place I could not get round.
We would like to know if others are in the same situation. Have you been told the paths are OK and they turn out to be gravel? Wheelchair's are cumbersome, mine is self propelled, but pushing is just as tricky.
I thought that a guide of truly accessible places would be useful. It would, of course, be more reliable if it was written by people with direct experience. In general, all advice is given in good faith and with the best intensions. It is, however, unfortunate that much of the information given is not as accurate as it could be.
