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

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.

A cheeky fountain, a cable car ride over the Rhine and my first taste of Flammkuchen—Koblenz gave me plenty to smile about. Join me as I explore its old town, riverside promenades and hilltop fortress, sharing the warm welcome and wheelchair access that helped me enjoy this charming German city.

Liverpool gave me a bracing welcome. The sort that blows away the cobwebs, rearranges your hair and makes you question whether you should have brought another layer. But beside the Mersey, with that great sweep of water and the waterfront stretching ahead, I was already pleased I had come. There is something exhilarating about being beside a river this broad. It opens up the city, giving you room to breathe, look around and imagine all the journeys that have begun here. My ow

An inspiring Outdoor Connection weekend in Ilam, Peak District, bringing people together to explore accessible outdoor spaces, inclusive facilities, and the beauty of Ilam Park and Dovedale.

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

After a year defined by illness, hospital stays, and major life changes, I discovered that vitamin D deficiency was contributing to my ongoing fatigue and anxiety. This post explores why vitamin D matters and how understanding my health has shaped my 2026 resolution to finally put myself first.

Sri Lanka may not yet have every ramp or accessible taxi, but it has something far rarer: a nation of people who open doors—both literally and figuratively—with grace and generosity.

I had the opportunity to go for a walk and talk with Mark Richards and David Felton on the North York Moors. It was great to be out once...

In September 2022 I was appointed by the Cabinet Office as Disability and Access Ambassador for the Countryside. This is a three year...