Spode Museum – Elenora Street, Stoke on Trent - Visitor Centre tells the stories of the Spode factory, the works, the things they made, the collection and archive of the Spode Museum Trust. There are films, images, interactive displays, objects from the collections and regular events and activities
Accessibility - There is ramped access to the doors of the centre and between the two main display areas within the centre. The gallery is accessible if you use a wheelchair or are bringing a buggy, accessible toilets and a baby change area, some tactile items on display
Open Wed-Sun 10:30-4:00
spodemuseumtrust.org
Stafford Castle – impressive example of the motte and bailey system, “after recent restoration work and a programme of archaeological investigation Stafford Castle is considered one of the best surviving examples of Norman earthworks in the country”, 26 acres, Keep, inner bailey, outer bailey, woodland, herb garden, visitor centre, audio visual display of the castles history, items including arms, armour and costumes, events -
Accessibility - Visitor Centre is wheelchair accessible, accessible toilet, access to the grounds and the Keep is extremely difficult for people with severe mobility impairment.
www.historicstafford.co.uk/whatson-venue/stafford-castle
Tittesworth Water – (STW) – The Roaches, nr Leek – “variety of habitats, from conifer plantation and semi ancient woods to wildflower meadows and marshland”, a country park, visitor centre, large adventure play area, 2 bird hides, walking trails (1.5 or 5 miles), Water Sports and Activity Centre, cafe, shop
Accessibility - "There are toilets and car parking facilities for disabled visitors and some stretches of the adjoining path are accessible by wheelchair"
www.stwater.co.uk/wonderful-on-tap/our-visitor-sites/come-visit-us/tittesworth-water
Trentham Gardens an award winning garden the Italian Gardens, landscaped parkland and a mile long Capability Brown designed lake, offer the visitor enjoyable gardens to wander through, picnic and play in. There is an adventure playground, hide and speak maze and miniature train ride along the lakeside. The estate also has a Retail Village, Garden Centre, Monkey Forest and Aerial Extreme
Accessibility - All on one level with low ramped access to most facilities, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities. There is a Changing Places facility in the Shopping Village
www.trentham.co.uk
WaterWorld – Festival Park, Etruria, Stoke on Trent – the UK’s No.1 indoor tropical aqua park – baby & toddler area, indoor and outdoor pools, range of slides, aqua disco, cafés, bar and two 18-hole, tiki-themed mini golf courses for the whole family to enjoy!
Accessibility - Wheelchair access, two designated disabled cubicles which are very large and have their own shower. There are no steps entering or exiting the wave pool. Regular special needs family events
www.waterworld.co.uk
Adventure Mini Village is an immersive, unique role play village where children can play safely in the play Post Office, Theatre, Vets, Doctors, Farm Shop and more. Parents and carers to relax and unwind in the café.Part of the Waterworld Leisure Resort
Accessibility - "Waterworld’s car park has disabled parking spaces available for guests to use and our reception and Village is at ground level. We have designed the Village throughout to be wheelchair friendly. We have a designated disabled toilet with ramp access. We also have additional toilet facilities outside of the Village which is accessed by a lift. All our play pods have been designed to give wheelchair access. Even our theatre has a portable ramp to help those with wheelchairs to perform on our stage!"
adventureminivillage.co.uk
Wetley Moor Alpacas - Bucknall, Stoke-on-Trent - located right on the edge of Wetley Moor Common. - Alpaca experiences, trekking with alpacas across the Wetley Moor Common and events that are suitable for the whole family
Accessibility - from their website "We want to make sure that our experiences are accessible for all at Wetley Moor Alpacas.
Due to the nature of the Moor land walks may not be suitable for those that use a wheelchair or who struggle walking for long distances. In these cases we would recommend our meet and greet experiences on our farm where you will be able to meet, feed and walk our alpacas in our enclosed arena which has a solid flat ground which is suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs and walking frames. If you have additional needs please contact us directly to discuss your requirements and we will try our best to make your experience possible."
www.wetleymooralpacas.com
The World of Wedgwood (inc V & A Wedgwood Collection Museum) – Barlaston, Stoke on Trent – iconic pottery factory and museum, “the story of Josiah Wedgwood, his family, and the company he founded two-and-a-half centuries ago” – world class collections, factory tour, creative craft experiences, nature trail, cafés, shop
Accessibility - All areas of World of Wedgwood are accessible to wheelchair users and mobility scooter users. Where needed to access the first and second floor, there is a lift. The V & A Wedgwood Collection Museum is fully accessible for wheelchair users, wheelchairs available to hire, accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, a loop system for the hard of hearing
www.worldofwedgwood.com