Accessible Ripon – Ripon Disablity Forum

Ripon Disability Forum, with the support of our partners, Ripon Theatre festival, are working to improve the accessibility information shared oN websites. Over time we will support businesses and venues to make further improvements if needed and viable.

The accessible map in this section has been funded by a grant from Ripon City Council and will be developed further over the next two years with further financials support from the council.

The logo at the top of the page will let you know which businesses or venues are taking part in the scheme. Look for it in their windows.

The links below will help you find the information or support you might need.

Your feedback will help us improve the map (and the website).

Ripon and Area Community Groups

Click on these links to find useful information for Ripon, Pateley Bridge, Masham & Boroughbridge

Where to Turn is a directory of regular community activities and services provided by voluntary organisations across the Harrogate District

Ripon Community Link & Ripon Walled Garden – Creating opportunities for people with learning disabilities

Supporting Families with Children Who Have Special Educational Needs or a Disability

Jenny Ruth Workshop – where adults who have learning disabilities (also known as workers) gain confidence, independence, work and life skills

Vision Support Harrogate District supporting visually impaired people in Harrogate, Ripon and the surrounding district.’

Parkinson’s UK (Harrogate District) – We are people living with Parkinson’s, their families, friends and care-partners across Harrogate and surrounding districts.

Run by Masham Community Hub, a volunteer led charity, supporting the community, businesses and visitors of Mashamshire.

Boroughbridge Community Charity exists to support residents and communities in the rural market town of Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire, and its 32 surrounding villages

Ripon Mental Health & Well Being Groups

Ripon Men’s Shed is a Charity that encourages people to come together to work on practical projects or to share and learn about craft skills in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Andy’s man Clubs are a men’s suicide prevention charity offering free to attend peer-to-peer support groups across the United Kingdom and online.

Do you live in Ripon or the surrounding villages? Are you struggling with your mental health? We’re here to help!

Quiet shared spaces where it’s OK not to be OK

Alzheimer’s Society

Visitor Access Information and Reviews

The Interactive Map now has it’s own page, please follow this link to the Interactive Map.

Detailed information you need to work out if a place is going to be accessible to you

Assistance information and guidance to the best places to visit, where to stay, and how to get there.

Discover the magic of North Yorkshire

Award-winning disabled access review website.

Find accessible toilets in the UK and plan your next trip with them in mind.

Finding solutions for disabled people whatever their aspirations

Accessible Icons

These are copyright free icons that businesses can use to create their own accessibility information.

Steps

A small number of steps access the building.Ramp: ramped access to the front door.

Level Floors

Level access and level throughout the ground floor.

Power Door

A button or sensor controlled wide access doorway.

Accessible toilet that includes grab rails and space to turn a wheelchair around in.

Take A Seat

Offer a seat to rest without the need to make a purchase and is part of the RDF Take A Seat scheme.

Sunflower

Staff are aware of hidden/unseen disabilities and will try and adapt service to meet those needs. They may ask for your guidance to meet your needs.

Ear and T

Hearing loop available. Make staff aware if you need this provision.

Hands

At least one member of staff can sign fluently enough to converse with a BSL or Makaton user. The Langauge available will be shared in the business profile.

Calm Place

This venue does not play background music and generally has a quiet and calm environment with soft lighting.

Download Icons (.pdf)