Carrie-Ann Lightley

Newcastle surprised me as a wheelchair user. During a hosted Media Getaway trip, I stayed at Hotel Gotham, ate my way around the city, visited Tyneside Cinema, St James’ Park and Kynren, and joined an accessible walking tour. Here are seven reasons to consider Newcastle for an accessible city break, plus the honest access details I’d want to know before booking.

Historic ships and wheelchair access don't always sound like natural companions. But on board The Royal Yacht Britannia, I found thoughtful access, warm staff and a tour full of small, human details. From bridge controls and mess decks to the Royal Deck Tearoom, this is what it felt like to explore Britannia as a wheelchair user.

A review of Lundin Lodge at Homelands Trust Fife, based on an accessible girls trip with my best friends. From level access and thoughtful equipment to BBQs on the patio, beach wheelchair hire at West Sands and a spontaneous train ride from Leven, this is what made the stay feel friendship-filled, restorative and easy for the whole group.