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Post by Boyinwheelchair on Dec 1, 2019 12:28:18 GMT -5
Hi everyone! Great news! I'm going to visit my sister in England during Christmas. YAAAY!
I was wondering what places would you recommend us visiting which are accessible for wheelers? Our main attraction to visit will be Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. Of course, I also want to watch the latest Star Wars movie, also try out watching a movie in an IMAX theatre.
Unfortunately, there are no more tickets left for the Harry Potter Studio Tour.
Meeting a devotee does sound tempting during the week while I'm staying there, just that my sister doesn't know about me so it would be weird to suddenly meet a stranger and come up with a believable excuse 😅😅
So, what would you recommend doing or visiting between 24th and 31st? 😊
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Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2019 13:01:37 GMT -5
Have a great trip. Im no use on things to do in london..but i did see a good youtube video on accessibility at Winter Wonderland which might be good to see before you go.
It was gem hubbard (wheelsnoheels)
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Post by AlrightyAphrodite on Dec 1, 2019 13:04:27 GMT -5
I believe the London Eye is totally accessible and we really enjoyed it!
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Post by Orion50 on Dec 1, 2019 13:04:53 GMT -5
What sort of things do you enjoy doing? I live and work in London and there are loads of accessible activities. All the galleries and theatres are accessible. It could be quite cold, so you might not want to be outside for long periods. But you will find that having a stroll along the south bank is accessible.
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Post by Boyinwheelchair on Dec 1, 2019 13:25:46 GMT -5
Well besides trying out an IMAX theatre i would also like to try out some 5D - 6D -7D experience if it's allowed for disabled people.
Besides this I like fun theme parks...hmmm maybe a wax museum...or any other cool museums...
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Post by missparkle on Dec 1, 2019 13:32:45 GMT -5
As far as I know Kew Gardens are accessible and beautiful in that period of year (too)!
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Post by robbb on Dec 1, 2019 14:08:46 GMT -5
As londonwheeler said it very much depends what you are into bit London is quite an accessible city.
The London Eye is impressive as is The Shard. Thames Clippers are a great way to see London from the river although one or two piers aren't accessible. Cineworld 4DX is in theory accessible although they have a big list of conditions and circumstances that should not use it. Mme Tussauds is accessible apart from one ride and you have to book. Most museums and galleries are accessible, check the websites, and as mentioned the riverside walks and parks are great.
Winter Wonderland is definitely an after dark thing, no atmosphere in daylight.
Enjoy your visit. I'm biased but I do think it's the best city in the world.
R.
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Post by Boyinwheelchair on Dec 1, 2019 14:39:34 GMT -5
I found two cool places to visit: leicester square and science and media museum...i am most excited about this trip...will be my first time flying with a plane too...and i will travel alone too...
I wish 24th came sooner...and that i lived in england too...i heard stories that its a super friendly country and super accessible for disabled persons...too bad terrorists ruin it sometimes...heard there was trouble this week too at a bridge if i recall correctly...too bad 😢
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Post by robbb on Dec 1, 2019 15:34:12 GMT -5
too bad terrorists ruin it sometimes...heard there was trouble this week too at a bridge if i recall correctly...too bad 😢 Every big city is a target. R. |
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Post by loreley on Dec 2, 2019 10:01:36 GMT -5
If your are into theme parks/ fun museums, you might want to check out the London Dungeon. Not sure about full accessibility for the two rides in there, but the experience as such should be doable with a wheelchair. Have fun in London!
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Post by Boyinwheelchair on Dec 4, 2019 19:47:09 GMT -5
Thank you all for the suggestions! 😊
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Post by LaMara on Dec 8, 2019 19:01:15 GMT -5
I will be honest, I think of Winter Wonderland as a circle of Hell: loud, crowded, dirty, overpriced bad food, and I hate roller coasters and fun fair rides... but that’s a very personal opinion  I’m a big fan on Natural History Museum, V&A (they’re right next to each other) and Tate Modern, they’re free and as far as I know completely accessible. You could also look online and possibly find theatre tickets if you’re lucky! There are so so many options! If you want to do something more christmassy, try just going to the Southbank, there’s usually always a Xmas market there. London Zoo is also pretty awesome and accessible but expensive af. Camden Stables Market if you want some punk rock shopping (though it’s become very touristy). |
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Post by Jay on Dec 12, 2019 21:00:58 GMT -5
Hello from a Londoner and may I just say that I agree with LaMara that Winter Wonderland is a circle of Hell. Dirty, overpriced, loud and crowded. But then again some of my friends enjoy that, so... I'd definitely recommend the free museums (depending on what you enjoy the most): Natural History, Science and Victoria and Albert are all next to each other, free (except for special exhibitions), accessible and stunning! The Science museum also has an IMAX showing scienc-y films - the Apollo one is good. Oh, and do remember that on Christmas day EVERYTHING in London is closed (including public transport: no buses and no trains). Most things resume on Boxing day (December 26th) Hope you enjoy London!  |
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Post by Boyinwheelchair on Dec 15, 2019 3:25:05 GMT -5
Thank you everyone for the useful information...i really do hope i will have a great adventure there, try out as many things as possible and really feel the Christmas magic. 😊 I will write a little short story about it when i come back home around january 1 or 2 |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2019 8:25:38 GMT -5
I went to WinterWonderland this weekend was super fun! You'll like it
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