{"id":6993,"date":"2023-04-21T16:44:46","date_gmt":"2023-04-21T15:44:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.love-cambridge.com\/?p=6993"},"modified":"2023-04-21T16:44:46","modified_gmt":"2023-04-21T15:44:46","slug":"accessible-cambridge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.love-cambridge.com\/accessible-cambridge\/","title":{"rendered":"Accessible Cambridge"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>FIRST STOP, SHOPPING!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>From independent boutiques to big-name brands, you\u2019ll find\u00a0something for everyone here in Cambridge. Not only are you\u00a0spoilt for choice with the <strong>Grafton, Lion Yard<\/strong> and<strong> Grand Arcade<\/strong>,\u00a0but this city is also home to hundreds of high street stores.\u00a0And for those with temporary or permanent mobility issues,\u00a0Shop Mobility is a free-of-charge service that allows you to\u00a0borrow mobility scooters and wheelchairs during your visit.\u00a0You\u2019ll find them located in both the Grafton or Grand Arcade\u00a0car parks, but please note booking beforehand is essential.\u00a0Learn more about this service at cambridge.gov.uk<\/p>\n<p>In terms of parking, you\u2019ll find a selection of blue badge spaces\u00a0both on-street and in car parks dotted across the city centre.\u00a0You\u2019ll also be entitled to claim three hours\u2019 free parking at\u00a0any time of day across the city\u2019s four multi-storey car parks,\u00a0giving you the perfect excuse to scrap the window shopping\u00a0and enjoy a full-blown spree. You\u2019ll just need to scan your blue\u00a0badge at the pay station to reduce your fare.<\/p>\n<p><strong>ONTO THE ACTIVITIES<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Spend a day discovering a series of luscious landscapes at\u00a0<strong>Cambridge Botanical Gardens<\/strong>. Founded in 1762, this slice\u00a0of serenity is an active research facility with over 8,000 species\u00a0on show. Most of the gardens are wheelchair accessible,\u00a0equipped with sloped paving ramps and wheelchair-friendly\u00a0picnic tables. For those with sight or hearing impediments,\u00a0registered guide dogs are more than welcome on-site and\u00a0induction loops are also available upon request. Don\u2019t forget\u00a0to visit the Garden Cafe, where you\u2019ll be able to enjoy a\u00a0delicious homemade treat on the terrace.<\/p>\n<p>Soak up the city sights in style with <strong>Let\u2019s Go Punting<\/strong>.\u00a0This top-rated tour lets you enjoy some of the city\u2019s most\u00a0iconic landmarks with a chauffer-guided punting ride along\u00a0the River Cam. You\u2019ll also have the option to enhance your\u00a0experience with a punting picnic, where you can sit back and\u00a0enjoy a gourmet lunch as you glide. Assistance is on hand when\u00a0boarding the boats via a small set of steps, and staff will safely\u00a0store mobility aids at the station for the duration of your trip.\u00a0Carers can also claim concessionary tickets.<\/p>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s an intimate evening of entertainment or fun for\u00a0all the family,<strong> Cambridge Arts Theatre<\/strong> showcases a variety\u00a0of top-quality performances as the city\u2019s independent regional\u00a0theatre. It\u2019s also an incredibly accessible venue, with wheelchair\u00a0users enjoying reduced-price tickets and exclusive seats in the\u00a0stalls. The programme includes a range of audio-described\u00a0and British Sign Language-interpreted performances, as well\u00a0as relaxed shows best suited to autistic and neurodivergent\u00a0individuals. Carers can also watch performances for free.<\/p>\n<p><strong>TIME TO DRINK AND DINE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Feeling peckish? Why not head down to Trinity Street to visit\u00a0<strong>Michaelhouse Cafe<\/strong>. Situated inside St. Michaels Church, this\u00a0cosy corner of Cambridge is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee\u00a0and catch up with friends. A wheelchair ramp and wide electric\u00a0doors offer easy entrance, and all tables are designed with\u00a0wheelchair users in mind. Portable induction loops are also\u00a0available upon request.<\/p>\n<p>Visit <strong>Six<\/strong> Restaurant to experience one of the city\u2019s most\u00a0scenic spots. This stylish venue is a favourite for tourists\u00a0and locals alike, boasting beautiful panoramic views of the\u00a0spectacular city skyline. You\u2019ll find it located on the sixth floor\u00a0of the <strong>Varsity Hotel,<\/strong> so use the wheelchair accessible entrance\u00a0before taking the lift straight to the top. We also recommend\u00a0making a note on your booking to ensure you\u2019re provided with\u00a0a wheelchair-friendly table.<\/p>\n<p>Experience where the local population and the student\u00a0community come together at The<strong> Town And Gown<\/strong>.\u00a0This far-from-traditional pub offers everything from bottomless\u00a0brunch to a big night out. The top floor of the venue also\u00a0hosts a wonderfully intimate fringe theatre with abundant\u00a0shows to enjoy. And for those with mobility issues, this venue\u00a0is wheelchair accessible with an easy access lift.\u00a0Please note although the businesses listed have achieved good\u00a0levels of accessibility, we always recommend making your own\u00a0inquiries before travelling to ensure your individual accessibility\u00a0requirements are met.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"FIRST STOP, SHOPPING! From independent boutiques to big-name brands, you\u2019ll find\u00a0something for everyone here in Cambridge. 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