A tree in the middle of the room, a soft mist and huge candlesticks wrapped in trailing ivy. I half expected Puck to pop out between the tables. Instead, I was at the British Guild of Travel Writers’ gala beneath Shakespeare’s Globe, where the access was excellent and my book, Access Adventure, was up for an award. A little midsummer magic on a November night.

There is something lovely about returning to a hotel you already know. You can put aside some of those questions that tend to accompany travelling as a wheelchair user and look forward to enjoying yourself. Will I feel welcome? Will people listen? And, just as importantly, will Tip receive the welcome he clearly believes he deserves? My third visit to Treehouse Hotel Manchester brought a very happy answer. Both of us were made most welcome, and I was delighted to discover tha

Sea air, sandcastles and keeping your chips safe from seagulls — everyone deserves a proper beach day. I explore how beach wheelchairs help us get onto the sand, with seven UK beaches to consider and practical tips for planning your seaside adventure.

There’s more to Leeds than shopping bags and familiar shopfronts. Join me on the Leeds Owl Trail as I look up, discover beautiful architecture and meet the feathered faces watching over the city — with a little retail temptation along the way.

From lakeside wanders to big fell views, discover 10 accessible walks in the Lake District and Cumbria. With practical access advice and plenty of inspiration, find an adventure that suits you — and leave time for a flask of tea along the way.

The UK countryside is opening up, but is it truly accessible for disabled people? From new walking routes to ongoing barriers, here’s what’s changing in 2026.

The UK Disability Action Plan (2024) aims to improve accessibility and inclusion for disabled people across many areas of everyday life. While the plan introduces positive steps—such as raising awareness of accessibility needs, promoting inclusive public spaces, and considering disability in environmental policy—it offers limited focus on countryside access. For many disabled people, barriers such as inaccessible trails, limited infrastructure, and poor rural transport

Some moments change the direction of your life. For me, one of those moments happened in 2012 , when I first discovered the TerrainHopper. The Moment It All Began I was watching television when I saw an interview with Sam Dantzie , who had just won an award for innovation. He was talking about the TerrainHopper – an incredible off-road powered wheelchair designed to tackle terrain that most mobility devices simply couldn’t. I remember feeling giddy with excitement seeing foo

Tucked away in the heart of North Yorkshire, the Nidderdale National Landscape is one of those places that quietly takes your breath away. While neighbouring national parks often steal the spotlight, Nidderdale offers something wonderfully different: dramatic rock formations, sweeping reservoirs, peaceful abbey ruins, and miles of accessible walking routes through some of Yorkshire’s most varied scenery. From quirky follies and ancient monasteries to family-friendly trails a

Discover how the Miles Without Stiles initiative is making UK National Parks like the Lake District and Peak District accessible for all. Learn why statutory guidelines are essential to ensure safe, inclusive walking routes and equal access to nature.