Accessible Guide to South Wales

South Wales

South Wales combines vibrant cities, dramatic coastlines, and beautiful countryside with a growing focus on inclusive and accessible travel. Visitors will find a wide range of accessible transport options, accommodation, attractions, and public spaces designed to support guests with mobility, sensory, and additional access needs. From exploring the waterfront and cultural venues in Cardiff to enjoying accessible sections of the coastline and national parks, South Wales offers experiences that can be enjoyed by a broad range of travellers. Many destinations continue to improve facilities and services, helping guests feel confident, comfortable, and welcomed throughout their visit.

Local Traditions, Events and Cultural Highlights

• National Eisteddfod of Wales – Considered to be the biggest and most cultural event in Wales. The event is held at a different Welsh location every year but always includes a rich variety of activities and elements such as music, poetry, theatre, Welsh language and food. Inclusivity is always imbedded in the event, with a Changing Places and accessible toilet, viewing platforms for wheelchair users, BSL interpreters, ramps to buildings and overall step-free, level access routes across the hosted site.
• St. David’s Day – Celebrating Wales and Welsh culture every year on March 1st, typically extending to a week-long schedule packed with a range of festivities and events which take place at multiple venues across the country. Due to the unpredictability of this festival period, Accessibility Information varies across the venues, but it is generally recommended to check with the venue or event provider to see if their provisions meet the access needs of the individual.
• Hay Festival – Held in May in the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons National Park, this festival is internationally famous for celebrating the written word; with lots of talks, debates, storytelling and music.

Accessible Scenery and Sensory Highlights

Wales is full of stunning scenery, wildlife, experiences and sensory delights. Endless greenery, blue skies and coastal landscapes as well as 3 National Parks makes it a perfect choice as a holiday destination for people with a variety of access needs.

There is always a quiet corner for those with Autism and full of tradition and heritage for those living with Dementia.

Listed below are numerous attractions that cater for people with Autism, Dementia, Sight and Hearing Loss, Neurodivergence and Mobility Challenges.

Accessible Food and Drink Outlets

• Roots Restaurant at Llanerch Vineyard – This modern venue offers a relaxed dining experience amongst the calm of the countryside, with open views over the vineyard. The restaurant is level access with a spacious layout and doesn’t feel crowded. There is an accessible toilet and parking. Caters for Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free. It is recommended to book a table in the daytime during the week for their more varied menu and typically quieter hours.
• Beach House Restaurant (Oxwich Bay) – A Michelin-star fine-dining experience on the rural coast of Oxwich Bay. While delighting in fresh, seasonal produce caught from the bay, visitors can enjoy the fresh sea air and wide, open views, especially out on the terrace when the weather permits. There is level access throughout, wide doors and an accessible toilet. Staff cater to dietary needs and a happy to help diners have an enjoyable experience.
• The Goodshed Project, Barry Island – Some of the best street food, cocktails, bars situated in ‘Village Containers’, along with shops in the Urban High Street, within converted Gatwick Express railway carriages, this is a great wheelchair accessible venue and bursting with a trendy atmosphere and independent shops.

Accessible Attractions and Experiences

• New Quay Boat Trips & Dolphin Spotting – A boat tour agency located in West Wales offering accessible experiences out on the water of Cardigan Bay, during the April to October season. Enjoy the chill of the sea breeze and spot the local wildlife; bottlenose dolphins, Atlantic grey seals and seabird colonies. The boats are large and can accommodate wheelchair users on the lower deck, providing panoramic views across the bay. It is recommended to especially request wheelchair assistance from the staff who will help you board. All dogs are welcome free of charge.
• National Museum Cardiff – A perfect, relaxed day out whatever the weather. There is step-free access around the gallery and café. There are accessible lifts and toilets. Entry is free and there are lots of interactive exhibits inside, including tactile opportunities and audio-described tours available in advance. Free Blue Badge parking is available. Wheelchairs and walking stools are available to hire on a first-come, first-served basis. Comfortable seating is frequent within the gallery. There is a Changing Places Toilet, baby changing facility and a quiet, private room for any visitors who may require it. There are hearing loops at all key contact points. 
• Folly Farm Adventure Park & Zoo – A largely accessible, with disabled parking, mostly level paths, and accessible attractions like the Big Wheel and Land Train. Some areas have slopes or uneven surfaces, but benches provide rest stops. The park offers accessible toilets, a Changing Places facility, mobility aid hire, and allows assistance dogs (with some restrictions). Carers can enter free with the appropriate Access Card, making it an inclusive destination for visitors with different needs.
• Parc Y Bocs Farm Shop & Café – This venue is accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs. The farm shop offers free parking and has a viewing desk for customers to enjoy the farm’s activities. Additionally, there are outdoor play areas and a children’s park, making it a great family-friendly venue.
• A Welsh Coal Mining Experience-Rhondda Heritage Park – A tourist attraction in South Wales offering an insight into the life of the coal mining community in the area up until the 1980s. Sit in the parlour of a rich coal mine owner, visit the traditional shop and drink in the history. There is accessible parking bays, lifts inside and a virtual tour of the inaccessible areas. There is an underground guided tour, which is quite sensory-heavy, but staff are trained with Autism awareness so are happy to accommodate where possible. There is a quieter, more accessible VR alternative for this tour available.
• Glyn Vivian Gallery Swansea – The Gallery has great accessibility. Level access throughout, parking, lift, Changing Places hoisted toilet. There is a hearing loop available.
• Llanelli Wetlands Centre – With nature reserves, wildlife walks, flamingos, ducks, geese and plenty of exciting outdoor play equipment. There are disabled parking spaces, toilets and step-free access. Assistance dogs are welcome onsite. The site is majorly flat, with light gravel and rougher terrain in some areas but mobility scooters can be hired. 
• Welsh Wildlife Centre, Cilgerran – The Visitor centre and café are accessible to wheelchair users and people with limited mobility. There are several wheelchair-accessible hiking trails and an accessible wildlife enclosure.
• National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne – All areas of the garden are wheelchair accessible, with wheelchairs and mobility scooters available to hire. There is a buggy shuttle service available. Assistance dogs are welcome.

National Trust (Cymru)

• Dyffryn Gardens – The site of the serene Edwardian botanical gardens, arboretum and glasshouse. There is step-free access across most of the site, including the Glasshouse, gardens, and the visitor centre, café and shop are all accessible. There are mobility scooters and wheelchairs available to pre-book. There are accessible toilets, baby changing and accessible parking bays. There is a buggy transport service available most days. There are accessible maps of the sites, Sensory Backpacks and hearing loops at interaction points.

Welsh Heritage Sites

• St. Fagans National Museum of History - Located on the outskirts of the Welsh capital, this beautiful site includes the gardens, farm, and traditional cottages, all rich in Welsh history. Entry is free and accessible features are present, with all major, ground floor areas accessible to wheelchair users. The main entrance is step-free, and lifts provide access between floors and galleries. Wheelchairs are available to hire, and a buggy transport can be booked. There are accessible toilets and two Changing Places facilities. There is a Sensory Story available for the site, as well as the option to have a pre-visit video call with staff to alleviate anxieties and uncertainty. Visits can also be structured with flexible schedules to suit the individuals. Audio-described tours are available, and the visitor experience is immersive incorporating all the senses. There are hearing loops at all contact points. Wayfinding is made easy to understand with clear maps and large site plans. Staff are Dementia Friends trained.
• Caerleon Roman Fortress and Baths - This is a vast, Roman archaeological site with a museum-style Bathhouse, outdoor barracks ruins and an amphitheatre. There is level access into the Baths building and entrance area. There is a flat, wooden walkway over the ruins and a step-free route with only a gentle slope to key areas. There are dropped kerbs from the accessible parking bays nearby to the entrance. Accessible toilets are nearby. The water sounds create an ambient Sensory Experience. There are audio points and Braille guides available. There is a hearing loop, written interpretation and interactive displays in quieter areas. A Sensory Story is available on request.
• Powis Castle - Booking is not required in advance to visit the castle or exhibitions during opening hours. There is a Blue Badge parking and drop-off point and accessible toilets. There is no step-free access into the castle or Clive Museum, but there is a step-free route around the garden, which alone provides a very enjoyable day out.
• The Royal Mint Experience - This fascinating experience is wheelchair accessible. Step free access, accessible parking, lift, accessible toilets and free wheelchair rentals on request. The visitor centre, exhibition galleries and café all have automatic doors. 

National Parks

• Pembrokeshire Coast National Park –With 186 miles of stunning coastline and beautiful countryside, there is so much on offer. ‘Access For All’ graded routes for varying mobility levels, including wheelchair and scooter friendly routes. ‘Wellbeing Walks’ are also popular for a range of abilities, while also providing an enjoyable ‘Sensory Experience’. The beaches provide wheelchair access and offer beach wheelchairs at multiple locations. Many scenic viewpoints can be accessed without walking by driving to the accessible parking bays at the sites. There are accessible toilets at key sites and visitor hubs. 
• Brecon Beacons National Park - This 520 square-mile protected landscape is known for its breathtaking scenery, moorlands, waterfalls and forests. There are dedicated ‘Easy Access’ routes and guides for low-mobility users to discover the park. A great example is Sychryd Trail, approximately 1.5km long and level surfaces. It starts at the Dinas Rock car park, which has designed disabled parking spaces. The National Park has a visitor centre which is accessible, with assisting facilities. This National Park is also the first in Wales to become an accredited International Dark Sky Reserve. It is the perfect destination for stargazers to see high-quality constellations, the Milky Way, and even meteor showers.

Accessible Villages/Towns

• Tenby – Offering a range of accessible attractions, including beaches, historic sites, and visitor facilities with ramps, lifts, and accessible parking. Tenby South Beach provides beach wheelchairs and step-free access from the car park to the sand. Nearby, Castle Beach Tenby sits below Tenby Castle and offers accessible toilets, with beach wheelchairs available for hire. Great Wedlock Farm and Deer Park in Pembrokeshire offers guided safaris using an easy-access wheelchair trailer for one wheelchair user plus additional passengers. The town’s Tenby Museum and Art Gallery, the oldest independent museum in Wales, features lifts, a hearing loop, and large-print information, alongside exhibits on local heritage. For history, Carew Castle offers accessible routes linking a restored tidal mill, medieval bridge, and picnic area via a circular path suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
• Barry Island – Famous for the seaside resort on the tv show Gavin & Stacey, Barry Island is a great day out for visitors with various access needs. With numerous eateries, such as The Goodshed Project, the smell and taste of fish, chips and ice-cream, along with the sounds of the Barry Island Pleasure Park, it is a sensory delight! For visitors with Dementia, it’s a wonderful experience to absorb the traditional atmosphere and visit the Barry War Museum. Wheelchair accessible beach buggies are available, along with great walks along the promenade and in the park.

Accessible Sporting Activities

• Para Sport Festival – Presenting Welsh culture, with a modern, inclusive twist. Attendees can watch elite para-athletes or even take part in the sports themselves, whatever their level of ability; overall an inspiring day amongst a lively and uplifting atmosphere. Events typically include wheelchair basketball, swimming, athletics and seated volleyball, among others. Attendees can also engage in taster sessions, have adaptive equipment demonstrations, and coaching sessions led by elite Welsh para-athletes. Carers are welcome, and there are accessible toilets onsite. If the festival is located at a larger venue, a Changing Places Toilet may be provided (requires confirmation).
• SurfAbility at Caswell Bay – This organisation is known for providing inclusive and friendly support so that everyone of all abilities can enjoy surfing and water sports. Specially adapted equipment is available in the form of adaptive surf boards and beach wheelchairs. Sessions are tailored to the visitor with specially trained instructors.
• Mount Pleasant RDA Bridgend – Providing horse-riding and horse-handling sessions with trained staff and volunteers, alongside adapted equipment such as specialist mounting blocks, voice-responsive ponies, and tack designed to support riders with different mobility needs. The site is also set up so that participants who cannot ride can still take part in activities like grooming and horse care. Accessibility features typically include level or ramped access in key areas and support for mobility, sensory, and learning disabilities, with sessions tailored to individual needs in a calm, controlled environment.
• ‘Ski4All’ Pembrey Ski Centre & Country Park – An inclusive adaptive skiing programme based at the dry ski slope, created to make skiing accessible and enjoyable for all people with a wide range of disabilities. It is led by trained instructors and volunteers, using specialist equipment like sit-skis and other adaptive systems, with support tailored to individual needs. The centre also provides accessible facilities within the ski and activity hub, including a Changing Places Toilet. 
• SEAS SailAbility (in partnership with Conway Centre) – An inclusive sailing and water sports programme focussed on removing barriers to sporting activity. They provide specially adapted boats and equipment, along with trained instructors and volunteers who offer hands-on support tailored to individual needs. Sessions are designed to be accessible for people with physical, sensory, or learning disabilities, allowing everyone to sail safely and confidently, along with their carer companions.

Accessible Walking Routes

• Aberporth to Tresaith - A one-mile total return journey on smooth tarmac. This path has wonderful views over Cardigan Bay, and you may even spot the dolphins. Passing clifftop, rocky coves and a small waterfall, wildlife is abundant and there are picnic benches along the way.
• St. Govan’s Head - A choice of two walks along this section; 1.1 miles to the coastguard lookout or 7 miles Stack Rocks return journey. Spectacular, wild and rugged Welsh coastline. Although there are no toilet facilities or café provision due to it being a remote area, the views from here are stunning and provides a peaceful route.
• Swansea Bay to Mumbles Pier - 7 miles one-way on smooth tarmac and concrete. Starting in Swansea Harbour, there is plenty of parking and eating options. 
• Millenium Coastal Path - 4 miles one-way on smooth tarmac and concrete. Crosses over the beach, landscaped railway bridge to the fantastic viewpoint at the Needle Sculpture and Sandy Water Park with a lake, ducks and swans. There is also a harbour, marina and lighthouse and an estuary. The visitor centre at Pembrey Country Park has a café and accessible toilets, as well as at the start of the path.
• Aberavon Beach - 3 miles one-way on smooth tarmac, and the route follows the promenade, where you can see surfers and kite surfers enjoying this delightful beach. There is a children’s playground, skatepark and aquapark in the summer, with cafés and kiosks to enjoy food and ice cream along the way.
• Porthcawl to Kenfig Dunes - A 3-mile route along concrete paths and boardwalk over the beach leading to the dunes at Kenfig Nature Reserve.
• Llys-y-frân Lake (Pembrokeshire) - A vast country park with a visitor centre, adventure playground, easy-access café, and walking and cycling routes. There is a 2.4km accessible walking route along the Eastern Reservoir. Accessible toilets can be found adjacent to the car park and in the visitor centre. 
• Brunel Trail (Neyland) - A beautiful, majorly flat route from Neyland Marina to Johnston. The majority of the route is flat, with the exception of some areas, which have a very gentle gradient. ‘Celtic Trail Route 4’ is a 1km accessible walking route. There is accessible parking at Westfield Pill under the bridge. There are accessible toilets and an easy-access café at Neyland Marina.
• Newport Parrog to Iron Bridge - A lovely route that follows the flow of the River Nevern on a mostly flat, rolled stone path. This route is 1km and accessible for all. There are great birdwatching opportunities along the way. Accessible toilet facilities are available at either end of the route and there is accessible parking at Newport Parrog. Morawelon Waterfront Café is an easy-access outlet café bar and restaurant on the Parrog.
• Rhosili Bay – A wildlife haven for grey seals, marine birdlife and wildflowers. Beginning at the car park, there is a wheelchair accessible 0.8 mile route (each way) which takes visitors along the cliff top towards the Old Coastguard Lookout. The majority of the route consists of flat tarmac, with the final 0.2 miles consisting of short, level grass, finishing off with dramatic views of tidal island, Worm’s Head. There are benches to stop off at along the way to pause and appreciate the beauty of the coastline.

Best ‘Easy Access’ Beaches

• Amroth (SN163070) - South-east facing beach with sand, a pebble bank, and breakwater. Large car park (seasonal charges) behind shops, with ramped bridge access over a stream to the beach. Lifeguards present in summer. Main access via a concrete ramp (1:8–1:7 over 45m), often covered with large pebbles at the base. Near Amroth Castle, a concrete slipway (1:6–1:5.5 over 44m) leads to a sandy area. A concrete promenade runs the full seafront.Best ‘Easy Access’ Beaches
• Wiseman’s Bridge (SN145060) - South-east facing beach of pebbles and rocks, with sand at low tide. Toilets available. Access via a concrete ramp (1:6–1:4.5 over 23m), though shifting sand can create a step at the bottom. Limited parking near the slipway.
• Saundersfoot (SN137048) - Large sandy, south-east facing beach. Facilities include car park, shops, phone, and summer lifeguards. Beach wheelchairs hire available. Main access is a concrete slipway (36m), mostly gentle (up to 1:12), with a steeper section (1:6–1:5). A zigzag ramp at the harbour provides access to Glen Beach.
• Tenby (SN132004)

(North Beach) - Large east-facing sandy beach with refreshments and summer lifeguards. Concrete ramp (1:7–1:6 over 25m). 

(Harbour Sands) - Small north-east facing sandy beach. Limited Blue Badge parking; nearest toilets at Castle Beach. Paved ramp (1:18–1:12 over 19m). 

(Castle Beach) - Large south-east facing sandy beach with facilities and lifeguards. Access via sloping tarmac path and concrete ramp (1:10–1:18 over 72m).

(South Beach) - Large south-east facing sandy beach with lifeguards. Wooden walkway (60m), starting level and becoming steep (up to 1:5.5), may be sand-covered.

• Manorbier (SS058975) - South-west facing sandy beach with pebble bank. Car park (seasonal), toilets, and phone.
  Level path to beach platform and seating (surface can be rough), with final 40m including short gradients up to 1:10.
• Freshwater East (SS018976) - Large south-east facing beach of sand and shingle with dunes. Beach wheelchairs hire available. Toilets, phone, and designated Blue Badge parking. Access via crushed stone path (1:12–1:10 over 8m), followed by level concrete onto soft sand.
• Freshwater West (SR882998) - Large sandy, south-west facing beach backed by dunes. Multiple parking areas. Lifeguards in summer.
  Best access from car park near toilets via concrete ramp (1:10–1:9 over 54m), though sand movement may create a step. Southern end has shingle, rocks, and dangerous quicksand; bathing is hazardous. Nearby army range is restricted.
• West Angle Bay (SM854033) - North-west facing sandy bay. Beach wheelchairs hire available. Large car park (seasonal) and toilets (not wheelchair accessible). Access via zigzag concrete path (max 1:15 over 20m), followed by a steeper ramp (1:6–1:5.5 over 10m).
• Gelliswick Bay (SM887056) - South-facing beach of shingle and silt. Seafront parking and picnic area available. Concrete ramp (1:15–1:7 over 40m), steepest at the top. Strong, dangerous currents.
• Little Haven (SM856129) - Small north-west facing sandy beach with pebbles above high tide. Car park (seasonal), shops, and phone.
  Concrete slipway (1:12–1:8 over 33m), steepest near the top.
• Broad Haven North (SM861135) - Good-sized west-facing sandy beach with summer lifeguards. Main access (south end) via slipway (1:12–1:7 over 29m) and nearby ramp (1:12–1:6 over 19m), both steepest at the bottom. Northern end has a large car park, facilities, and tarmac path to beachhead. Ramp (1:12–1:9 over 25m, then 1:5 for 3m). Pebbles may collect at base. Promenade along most of the seafront.
• Whitesands Bay (SM732268) - Large west-facing sandy beach. Facilities include car park, café, shop, toilets, phone, and summer lifeguards. Beach wheelchairs hire available. Concrete ramp (1:5–1:4.5 over 17m). Sand changes may create a step at the base. Level area near Surf Life Saving Club with viewpoint and picnic tables. Some areas have dangerous currents.
• Abercastle (SM852338) - Small north-west facing beach of muddy sand and shingle. Very limited roadside parking. Concrete ramp (1:15–1:12 over 19m) leading to soft sand.
• Pwllgwaelod (SN004399) - Small west-facing sandy beach. Car park and toilets available. Concrete ramp (1:8–1:6 over 16m). Path links to Cwm-yr-Eglwys.
• Cwm-yr-Eglwys (SN105401) - Small north-east facing beach of shingle and pebbles, with sand at low tide. Limited private parking (honesty box). Concrete ramp with increasing gradient: 1:20–1:12 (11m), then 1:12–1:6 (4m), finishing at 1:6–1:5 (8m).
• Newport Parrog (SN051398) - North-facing beach of sand, silt, and pebbles. Car park, café, and toilets; shops in nearby Newport.
  Concrete ramp (1:6–1:5 over 10m) near boat club. Currents are unpredictable and potentially dangerous.
• Newport Sands (SN050400) - Large west-facing sandy beach backed by dunes. Facilities include car park (seasonal), toilets, shop, and summer lifeguards. Beach wheelchairs hire available. Main ramp (1:12–1:10 over 14m, then 1:8–1:6 over 9m) leads to firm sand. Additional access via a gentle concrete road (1:24–1:18 over 50m) and exit ramp (1:10 for 15m, then 1:6 for 6m).
• Poppit Sands (SN155487) - Large north-east facing sandy beach with dunes. Car park, café, toilets, phone, and summer lifeguards. Beach wheelchairs hire available. Concrete ramp with barrier leads to wooden walkway (1:8–1:10 up for 6m, then 1:22 down for 12m to viewpoint). Tides and river currents can be unpredictable; bathing may be unsafe.

Scenic Drives and Viewpoints

•  Elan Valley Drive (Rhayader) - Smooth roads looping around the reservoirs, with multiple car parks right next to key viewpoints and dam locations. At key stops, there are flat, direct paths towards the dams and the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. There is a café here as well as accessible toilets. 
• Cwmcarn Forest Drive (South Wales) - Near Newport, this 7-mile drive through the lush forest passes multiple picnicking spots, viewpoints and accessible parking to break up the journey and truly enjoy it. This drive is surrounded by nature, additionally making it an enjoyable sensory experience and quieter alternative to some more tourist-focussed viewpoints.
• Black Mountain Pass (A4069) - This is considered to be the most scenic driving route in Wales with dramatic mountain views and winding roads. Compared to others, this drive isn’t a ‘stop and see’ route, but rather a relaxed view from the car that you can’t miss. Ideal for colder seasons where outdoor exploring isn’t a suitable option.

Retail

• St. David’s Dewi Sant (Cardiff) - This is the largest shopping centre in Wales with an extensive range of over 150+ outlets including shops, cafés and restaurants. The modern building design means wide, level access, accessible pathways and lifts between floors. Blue Badge parking is available in the multi-storey car park and there is step-free access into the shopping centre from the city centre streets and local transport links. There are accessible toilets and a Changing Places Toilet is located on the lower level near the Bridge Street entrance. There is a Sensory Room onsite with Sensory Toys and low lighting to provide calm and comfort. ‘Quiet hours’ are often offered on Tuesday afternoons when shops are typically less crowded and the shopping experience is more relaxed.
• McArthur Glen Designer Outlet Bridgend (South Wales) - A retail outlet offering over 70 shops, cafés, a cinema and a play area. This retail experience differs from the traditional, shopping centre model as this designer outlet is ‘open air’, providing a more comfortable experience for visitors with crowd or Sensory issues who can become overwhelmed in busy, indoor shopping centres. There is complete step-free access around the site and in the low-level stores, which is close by accessible parking bays. Wheelchairs and scooters are available to hire. There are multiple accessible toilets and a Changing Places facility. 

Entertainment

• HYNT is a National Access Scheme for Theatre and Arts in Wales. 48 venues are listed on their website and each has descriptions as to what they can offer e.g. British Sign Language, Touch Tours, Audio Described, relaxed performances, Subtitled etc. Many facilities are Autism and Dementia friendly.
• Sherman Theatre (Cardiff) - Offering not only theatre, but a variety of events spanning across live music, comedy and speeches. This theatre is part of the Hynt scheme which offers free tickets for carers and personal companions. There is a strong focus on providing relaxed shows and Neurodiverse-friendly events, as well as regular audio-described, captioned, and BSL interpreted shows. There is step-free access and wheelchair viewing areas. There are accessible toilets onsite.
• Vue Cinemas - This cinema chain has locations in Cardiff, Swansea and several other major towns across Wales. They prioritise accessibility with wheelchair spaces in all cinema rooms, step-free access, subtitled and audio-described showings, carer companion seating, and induction loop systems.
• Utilita Arena (Cardiff) - The perfect, large-scale venue for watching your favourite artist perform live. There is step-free access into the venue, ramps and assisted entry. There are wheelchair spaces on the balconies with clear views of the stage to still get the best experience. These seats are also often in a quieter area. These tickets must be reserved in advance. Accessible toilets are located on multiple floors. Hearing loops are available for some events. Overall staff are very friendly and happy to assist where needed.

Transport

• Transport for Wales Rail - This railway travel provider is the main service in Wales and is known for its strong commitment to accessibility in particular. It is widely used for intercity travel within Cardiff, Swansea and the North Wales coast. Staff are very helpful and provide a supportive ‘Passenger Assist’ option. Assistance will be provided boarding the train via an installed ramp, assistance to and from your seat, and arranging a free, accessible taxi if a destination station is inaccessible. Trains include Priority Seating and accessible toilets.
• Buses - Wales has an extensive fleet of wheelchair accessible buses great for local travel for daily use and further afield with providers such as TrawsCymru which connect major towns and scenic routes. The majority are low-floor with dedicated spaces for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Drivers deploy ramps on request for easier access.
• Wheelchair Accessible Taxis - These ‘Dial-A-Ride’ vehicles are run by the local council and Community Transport Associations. They offer door-to-door services with flexible routes and timings to suit their customers.
• Traveline Cymru - This online service helps visitors to plan accessible routes across Wales including the best methods involving buses, trains and accessible walking routes in order to reach their destination with ease.

Mobility Hire

• Cantre Mobility (Carmarthen / Aberaeron) - Offers a wide range of mobility aids; scooters, wheelchairs and even hoists. Hire options range from daily rates to monthly for longer stays. 
• National Trust - Locations such as Powis Castle and Stackpole Estate offer Trampers to hire which can be pre-booked.
• Swansea Mobility Hire - The shop lends manual wheelchairs, powered wheelchairs and powered scooters to members of the public with limited mobility. This allows its members to shop and to visit leisure and commercial facilities within the area.

Changing Places Toilets

There are three changing places in mid Wales and in South Wales there are numerous changing places toilets with large clusters in Swansea and Cardiff. If you require a changing places toilet then these regions are easier to manage. Many of the changing places toilets are located in supermarkets such as Asda and Tesco have done an amazing job of installing these facilities. Leisure centres, transport hubs, councils, hospitals and motorway services are also hot spots for changing places toilets. Please visit the main Changing Places website for any special instructions and opening times etc.

As of April 2026, the Changing Places website lists 58 Welsh Changing Places locations. Listed below are some of the Changing Places Toilets and these give a good indication to being located in areas with good wheelchair accessibility:

• Lampeter Wellbeing Centre (Ceredigion) 
• Quadrant Bus Station (Swansea) 
• The LC Leisure Centre (Swansea) 
• Cardiff Central Station 
• Swansea Railway 
• Newport Railway Station 
• Cardiff Queen Street Station 
• Bridgend Railway Station 
• Port Talbot Parkway Station 
• Folly Farm adventure Park and Zoo
• Parc Y Bocs Farm shop & Café Kidwelly
• Rhonda Heritage Park
• Glyn Vivian Gallery Swansea
• National Museum Cardiff in Cathays Park
• Victoria Gardens Neath
• Pembury Ski and Activity Centre
• National Waterfront Museum Swansea
• Caswell Bay Swansea
• McArthur Glen Outlet Bridgend
• 360 Beach and Watersports Centre Swansea
• St Fagans Visitor Museum Centre
• Friars Walk Shopping Centre Newport

Simply Owners recommend calling any venue and checking their accessibility to ensure it meets your individual needs prior to visiting as situations continually change