If you’re looking for a city break that’s accessible friendly, look no further than Leeds.
With plenty of attractions and activities to enjoy, Leeds is perfect for those who want to experience everything a city has to offer. From museums and art galleries, to restaurants and nightlife, there’s something for everyone in Leeds.
In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the best accessible friendly places to visit in the city.
1. Royal Armouries Museum
The Royal Armouries Museum is a must-visit for history lovers. With over 4,500 artefacts on display, the museum is the UK’s national home of an impressive arms and armour collection. The museum is fully accessible, with lifts to all floors and wheelchairs available to borrow. They also provide portable seats in every gallery for visitors who find standing difficult.
Entry to the Royal Armouries is free, making it a great value day out.
2.Roundhay Park
If you’re looking for a green space to relax in, Roundhay Park is the perfect place. With over 700 acres of parkland, lakes and gardens, there’s plenty to explore. The park is accessible, with wheelchair friendly paths (although the route around Waterloo Lake can get a little muddy in the winter!). There’s also the Lakeside cafe and the Mansion cafe, so you can take a break and enjoy some cake and a brew.
Roundhay Park is free to enter and is open all year round.
3.Trinity Shopping Centre
For a spot of retail therapy, Leeds Trinity Shopping Centre is the place to go. With over 100 shops, there’s something for everyone. The centre is fully accessible, with lifts to all floors and complementary wheelchair/scooter hire available.
There’s also a wide range of cafes and restaurants, so you can take a well earned break from all that shopping.
4.Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds Art Gallery is home to a large collection of modern and contemporary British art. The gallery is for the most part accessible, with lifts to all floors and wheelchair hire available.
There’s also an audio guide specifically for visitors with visual impairments.
5.Leeds City Museum
Leeds City Museum is a great place to learn about the city’s history and explore new exhibitions. With interactive exhibits and hands-on activities, the museum is perfect for all ages.
The museum is fully accessible, with lifts to all floors and free wheelchair hire available. There’s also an audio guide specifically for visitors with visual impairments.
6.Leeds Grand Theatre
Leeds Grand Theatre is one of the city’s most popular destinations for tourists and locals alike. With a variety of shows on offer, there’s something for everyone.
The Theatre does everything it can to ensure it’s as accessible as possible, with lifts to all floors and wheelchair spaces available. They also have a free Access Membership Scheme, designed to ensure visitors have the best experience possible.
7.Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey is a beautiful 12th century ruined monastery. The Abbey is accessible, with flat paths and wheelchair hire available from the visitors centre. Please be ware, the Abbey is a heritage site and some areas of the grounds are cobbled and/or uneven.
So there you have it, 7 of the best accessible friendly places to visit in Leeds! Whether you’re looking for a cultural experience or a day of retail therapy, Leeds has something for everyone.
