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Isle Access

Isle Access is a new, community interest company, set up to encourage, support, and offer training to businesses and service providers, to improve accessibility for everyone on the Island.

Below are some articles relating to the service.

11, February 2016·1 min read

Unlocking the potential of accessible and inclusive tourism

Isle Access is a new, community interest company working to promote the Isle of Wight as a destination that is welcoming to everyone. Tickets are available for the first workshop exploring what accessibility and inclusive environments mean.

16, November 2018·1 min read

Accessible bike event a great success say Isle Access

The event provided an opportunity for people, who are not able to ride regular bikes, to enjoy the cycling experience.

left to right Kevin Burton, Maureen Wakeman and Breeze, Laura Curwood, Pam Willingham and Magic, Jan Brookes

17, January 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight accessibility issues tackled at annual event

Staff at Island Roads took a keen interest in finding out how they could assist people with accessibility issues during the course of their work.

disabled access day - boy on bike with mother riding cropped

14, March 2019·1 min read

Try out exciting accessible activities for free at Disabled Access Day

This free event is organised by leading Island charity, Isle Access, featuring a range of exciting activities to try provided by Adventure Activities, Island Riding Centre and Wheels 4 All.

11, October 2019·3 min read

Consultation approved: Town could see pavement widened and free parking moved from High Street

To coincide with a major resurfacing programme the town council are exploring changes to the pavements and parking on the High Street and have agreed to carry out a consultation prior to making any decisions

Tourism conference at Par Resorts Thorness:

14, November 2019·4 min read

Learn what digital and accessibility can do for your business at the Visit Isle of Wight Tourism Conference

If you're a BID levy payer, it's well worth heading to the Visit Isle of Wight tourism conference, where you'll hear from a number of speakers on subjects such as cyber security and accessibility. There'll also be a chance to take part in a Q&A, as well as specialist workshops

23, January 2020·2 min read

Isle of Wight Volunteer Centre hosts yet another hugely successful Volunteer Fair

The most recent Volunteer Fair saw welcomed almost 300 members of the public, looking to find something that can help them make a difference to their community

13, April 2021·3 min read

To pee or not to pee? That is the question … for disabled tourists and Islanders

Jan from Isle Access shares her opinions about making the Isle of Wight more accessible for people with disabilities and how that could improve the tourism sector

2, June 2021·1 min read

Volunteers, trustees and business sponsors sought for Isle of Wight charity that helps people with disabilities

Isle Access are looking for a range of volunteers to help support their service for people with disabilities living on the Isle of Wight

woman on beach with cloth around her eyes

1, September 2021·2 min read

Sight for Wight Open Day: Find out more about support services for the visually impaired

As well as finding out more about what Sight for Wight can offer those who are already visually impaired or those who losing their sight, there'll be ten partner organisations who can also offer help and support

21, September 2021·2 min read

‘Pavements are for People’ project launches on the Isle of Wight

The ‘Pavements are for People’ project explores common access issues for older people

4, October 2021·1 min read

Isle Access welcome £1m funding to improve accessibility at ferry ports

On average, 21 per cent of the population are considered disabled, or have a long term health condition that limits their abilities

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