Accessible Accommodation

The Visit Britain National Accessible Scheme

The Visit Britain National Accessible Scheme for serviced and self catering accommodation has recently been reviewed. When you see an access symbol you can be sure that the accommodation has been thoroughly assessed against demanding criteria. You may need to check specific requirements at the time of booking.

Typically suitable for a person with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance. Mobility Level 1- Typically suitable for a person with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance.

Typically suitable for a person with restricted walking ability and for those that may need to use a wheelchair some of the time and can negotiate a maximum of three steps. Mobility Level 2 - Typically suitable for persons with restricted walking ability and for those that may need to use a wheelchair some of the time and can negotiate a maximum of three steps.

Typically suitable for a person who depends on the use of a wheelchair and transfers unaided to and from the wheelchair in a seated position. This person may be an independent traveller. Mobility Level 3 - Typically suitable for a person who depends on the use of a wheelchair and transfers unaided to and from the wheelchair in a seated position. This person may be an independent traveller.

Typically suitable for a person who depends on the use of a wheelchair in a seated position. This person also requires personal or mechanical assistance (eg carer, hoist). Mobility Level 4 - Typically suitable for a person who depends on the use of a wheelchair in a seated position. This person also requires personal or mechanical assistance (e.g. carer, hoist).