Travel/out and about

Radar keys and accessible toilets 

The National Key Scheme (NKS), often referred to as RADAR keys, offers disabled people independent access to locked public accessible toilets around the country.  The newer style RADAR keys have a blue heart fob to make it easier to turn and is also a lighter key. An electronically operated door system is due to be introduced to assist those who cannot use a […]

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Airport special assistance 

All airports offer special assistance desks which can help you from the car park to the plane (if you need mobility assistance), or to get through the priority security queue. Your travel agent can request this for you, but it’s also worth contacting the airport yourself and making sure you are booked in for your flight date. You should also make your

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Sunflower lanyard

The sunflower lanyard is used to signal that the person wearing it has a hidden disability, and as a result may need extra support, assistance, or extra time (such as when getting on a bus or train). It may be useful to wear one in a new or busy place, such as an airport or attending a

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Discounts and access cards 

Access Card  Costs £15 for 3 years  Can be used to signify a disability, and as a result receive priority passes at theme parks to reduce queueing time. The card shows a photo ID and translates a persons disability or impairment into symbols, effectively highlighting the barriers they face and the reasonable adjustments they might need. As an example,

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Travel and out and about

The sections below have been compiled using tips from parents on things they have found helpful when travelling. For any application, such as an access card, it can take several weeks for an application to be processed so it’s recommended to apply for these as early as possible. Venues that offer queue jumping for rides only have a certain

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