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A teenage girl in a wheelchair holds a bright blue football while looking up at another girl standing beside her. Both wear orange training bibs on an outdoor sports court with grass and trees in the background.

New ideas for a new year: discover your next inclusive hobby

Looking for a new hobby or sport in the new year? It’s the perfect time to try something fun and inclusive. We’ll help you find the right activity. And show you how your Motability Scheme vehicle can help.

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A smiling family of four sits outside a shiny caravan on a sunny day. Two young children sit on colourful chairs, while the parents sit beside them holding mugs. A red car is parked in the background on a grassy campsite.

Accessible Holidays in the UK

Rough Guides has picked some of the best accessible, family-friendly trips in the UK to suit all tastes.

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Close-up of a rainbow Pride flag being waved at a lively outdoor Pride parade. In the blurred background, people dressed in colourful clothing and accessories walk together, some holding flags and balloons, celebrating LGBTQ+ pride and inclusivity.

How to plan for a fun and accessible Pride

June is Pride month, which means that all across the UK there are celebrations supporting the LGBTQ+ community. To make the most of this, read our top tips for having a fun and accessible pride – whatever your mobility needs.

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A man in a wheelchair and a woman sit together on a park bench, smiling and laughing while interacting with a small brown dog wearing a harness. The woman pets the dog, and the man holds a phone. They are surrounded by green grass, wildflowers, and trees on a sunny day.

Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Inclusion in action

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) helps to raise awareness for the 1.3 billion people globally living with a disability.

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Shops, supermarkets and sports clubs with sensory spaces

Discover what makes an inclusive space and which shops, supermarkets and sports clubs have made inclusive changes to support neurodiverse people.

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Qualifying for a Blue Badge with Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

Blue Badges help people with disabilities or health conditions park closer to where they want to be. Find out in this article if you qualify for a Blue Badge with Personal Independence Payment (PIP). And learn how to go about applying.

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Two ladies shopping in the winter

Need somewhere quiet to shop this Christmas?

As Christmas approaches, we know some people prefer or need a quieter shopping experience. Lots of supermarkets and shopping centres support quiet hours. This article provides handy information about quiet hours.

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Man and woman sitting having a drink and snack outside in winter

How to choose your accessible winter staycation in the UK

Planning a winter staycation in the UK? Explore practical tips to help you choose the best location with accessibility in mind.

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Women preparing and painting easter eggs together

5 accessible family activities to do this Easter

Discover affordable and accessible ideas for a memorable Easter break with your family. Whether you're spending time indoors or outdoors, we have a variety of enjoyable activities for all to enjoy.

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Ian Cook looking happy and standing outside M&S with his shopping bags.

20 years of retail accessibility: the triumphs and challenges

In 2004, laws were introduced to make shopping and leisure activities more accessible for disabled people. Ian Cook shares how much has changed in the past 20 years.

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