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Accessible travel to and around south Wales

The public transport network in South West Wales and South East Wales is a great way to explore the region and what it has to offer.

Accessible things to do in south Wales

Discover our pick of accessible things to do in south Wales.

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Two friends take a selfie in front of Cardiff Castle

Adventure and sport

  • Be at one with nature as you saddle up for a horse ride with the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA). There are over 430 centres dotted across the UK. Head to the Mount Pleasant location near Bridgend for ponies that are specifically trained to respond via voice. The centre is accessible and has a specialist mounting block, tackle which are adapted for riders who, for example, can only use one hand. Those who can’t ride can still get involved grooming and handling the ponies instead at this calm and tranquil setting.  

Outdoors and nature

  • The Dyffryn Gardens, part of Dyffryn House, are one of the National Trust’s finest collections of Edwardian gardens in Wales. A sprawling 55 acres will keep you entertained with garden rooms, including a Paved Court, Reflecting Pool and Mediterranean Garden. Not forgetting the 22 acres of woodland, it’s a great place to visit in all seasons with level access and ramps throughout making it accessible to wheelchair users. There are accessible toilets throughout the gardens, plus wheelchairs and mobility scooters to hire (advanced booking is advised).

  • These two pretty lakes were created when two old quarries were flooded – it’s now Cosmeston Country Park and haven for wildlife. There is a wheelchair accessible café, accessible board walks, and walkways around the lakes, as well as available audio tours. You can also hire a wheelchair at reception. There are paths around the Medieval Village, though some areas might be a little bumpy.

  • There is one notable section of the Wales Coast Path in South Wales, the Newport Wetlands Centre Nature Walk. Found within the Newport Wetlands Centre, take the 3 mile (5km) accessible Nature Walk from the Visitor Centre towards a section of the Wales Coast Path. Look out for the 120-year-old East Usk Lighthouse and the sculpture trail.

History and heritage

  • Did you know that the former coal-exporting city of Newport is also home to a Roman fortress and baths? Built back in AD75, Caerleon Roman Baths is one of only permanent fortresses in Roman Britain. Inside the baths you’ll find a multi-sensory experience with music, film projections, touch screen games and more. There is a wooden slatted walkway which some wheelchairs with narrow wheels might find difficult, though the site has one folding wheelchair available for use at the Roman Baths only. There is information in Braille, audio points and a portable induction loop.

  • With a history spanning 2,000 years right through to the present day, Cardiff Castle is alive and packed with fun-filled events. From the outdoor cinema to music concerts, guided tours of the castle and more, there’s plenty to keep you busy. The castle grounds are accessible to wheelchair and mobility scooter users, with level access throughout the visitor centre. The Norman Keep and Castle Apartments are accessed by stairs. Audio guides are available in 10 languages, including a BSL sign-language tour, and you can pre-book touch tours of the castle.

Arts and culture

  • From live music to international theatre shows, the Wales Millennium Centre also showcases the best of local Welsh talent. This striking building is accessible to all, offering assisted performances, a quiet room, sound enhancement headphones, accessible toilets and a Changing Places toilet, wheelchair spaces and more.

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