Awards for Vale of Rheidol Railway

VisitWales VAQAS

Additional information on this classification scheme is available from VisitWales.

Self-assessed Accessibility Information

Self-assessed Accessibility Information provides a list of available facilities and services, highlighted as being of key importance by disabled people.  Along with Access Statements, which provide a fuller written description of accessibility, it can help people with access needs make an informed choice as to whether accommodation, attractions, food & drink or shopping establishments meet their needs.

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • Yes
    is solid
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Yes
    Has a ramp

Entrance

  • Yes
    Ramp to entrance
  • Yes
    Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • Yes
    From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • Yes
    To the gift shop
  • Yes
    Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Yes
    Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Yes
    Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Yes
    Visitor information available in audio format
  • Yes
    Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Yes
    Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Yes
    Menus available in large print (14pt and over)

General

  • Yes
    Hearing loop system
  • Yes
    Clear signage
  • Yes
    Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Yes
    Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Yes
    Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children

Notes

  • Please see the railway's accessibility statement at http://www.rheidolrailway.co.uk/access.htm