Category: News and features
Accessible Things to Do at Christmas in Cornwall As the festive season approaches, many people with disabilities, access needs and neurodivergent conditions need to plan ahead to make sure outings are enjoyable and stress-free. Cornwall offers a wide range of festive experiences, and more venues than ever are working hard to improve accessibility and inclusion. […]
Our volunteers recently enjoyed a wonderful day out on the Helston Railway, a charming heritage line lovingly restored and operated entirely by volunteers. Nestled in the Cornish countryside near Truthall, this attraction offers a nostalgic glimpse into the golden age of steam travel – and a warm welcome to everyone who visits. About Helston […]
Fireworks season is here — but for many people, Bonfire Night can be a difficult experience. Sudden loud bangs can be painful or overwhelming for autistic people, those with sensory sensitivities, PTSD, anxiety, or assistance animals. Uneven ground, crowds, and limited parking can also make some events hard to enjoy. That’s why we’ve rounded up […]
Accessible Halloween Adventures in Cornwall 2025 Halloween is creeping closer — and Cornwall is full of magical, mysterious, and accessible adventures to enjoy this spooky season. Whether you’re looking for family fun, folkloric traditions, or spine-tingling thrills, here are some brilliant Halloween experiences at locations which support those with accessibility needs. 🐮 […]
Here at Access Cornwall CIC, we are proud to announce that we are now working in partnership with Truro BID (a not-for-profit organisation delivering projects, events and services for the benefit of Truro and its businesses) and Truro City Council in an effort to make Truro more accessible and welcoming for all. The project […]
Sunshine, Donkeys & Cake – What More Could You Want? Last week, our amazing team of Access Cornwall volunteers enjoyed a heartwarming day out at the beautiful Flicka Donkey Sanctuary, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! The sun was shining, the donkeys were out in full charm mode, and the sanctuary looked […]
Here is Cornwall, we all know how magical it is to spend time at the beach – whether that’s a stroll along the shoreline, a paddle in the waves, or simply sitting and taking in the view. But for many disabled people and those with health conditions, enjoying Britain’s beaches is far from straightforward. That’s […]
This week, Viki and Matt from Access Cornwall CIC took to the skies—and the sea—for a special mission: to explore the accessibility of the stunning Isles of Scilly. With heartfelt thanks to Isles of Scilly Travel, we flew out on the Skybus and returned via the Scillonian III ferry, gathering insights for our upcoming Accessible […]
Here at Access Cornwall, we had a wonderful day out at our accessible beach clean and picnic at Church Cove, Gunwalloe. This was our first beach clean with volunteers, made possible by the donation of some litter picking equipment from Clean Cornwall. The equipment provided included extended litter pickers for wheelchair users, trolleys and wheeled […]
Date & Time: Friday, 30th May, 7:30 PM Location: Sterts Arts and Environmental Centre, near Liskeard Sheridan is having a bad day. Her church is closing, Adult Social Care are on her case, and she can’t work out which ingredients she needs to make a bomb. With no one else to turn to, she […]