Accessible Places and Spaces
Planning a day out can take a long time when you care for someone with a rare condition. You may need to check for mobility access at entrances, toilets, parking, and space for equipment, charging points for electricity, quiet spaces etc.
We hope this helps you enjoy time out with less stress — whether it’s a quick café trip or a full day with your family. It lists parks, visitor centres, museums, cafés, and other places in Northern Ireland with some accessibility notes. You’ll also find links to access guides, reviews, and tips to help plan your visit. If you find a resource / location that was particularly good for you – please do share on our rare stories portal?
Gillian Cassidy - Accessible places and events
Sam Robinson - Accessible places and spaces
Finding Accessible Places
Tourism For All – Making Accessible Travel Better
A small, independent national charity working to improve accessibility in the tourism and leisure industries. Please note that Tourism For All cannot provide personalised information or advice regarding individual holidays or trips.
https://www.tourismforall.co.uk/charity/about-us/contact-us
AccessAble
AccessAble, previously known as DisabledGo, is a website that give accessibility information on 10,000s of venues across the UK and Ireland. This includes shops, pubs, restaurants, cinemas, theatres, railway stations, hotels, colleges and more.
Wheelmap
A resource to mark and find wheelchair accessible places worldwide, using a traffic light system.
Share Your Rare Story
Every caregiving journey is unique and your story matters. Whether you’re a family member, friend, or professional supporting someone with a rare disease, we invite you to share your experiences. Your story could offer comfort, insight, or hope to others walking a similar path.
Submit Your Story
