ACCESSIBILITY
The Abbey Medieval Festival recognises the importance of accessibility, and we want everyone who visits us at Abbeystowe to have a great experience!
We are conscious that our festival site has some limitations as an open field and grassed area. We are committed to accessibility and are excited to learn and improve each year!
As part of our commitment, in 2024 we created Abbeystowe’s first Disability and Inclusion Action Plan. This plan has helped us celebrate our strengths, consider new opportunities and set new goals for our future.
If you would like to read our Disability and Inclusion Action Plan, it is available in the following formats:
Accessibility Team
The Abbey Medieval Festival has a dedicated team of wonderful volunteers for if you have any questions or need guidance about accessibility while at the event. They have an Accessibility Information Stall, which can be found inside Abbeystowe next to the entrance for the Joust Arena.
Our Accessibility Team will be recognisable in their red and blue volunteer uniform and a white sash. If you cannot find anyone in a sash but require assistance, please notify one of our general volunteers who will be able to find someone to help you.
Accessibility at the 2026 Abbey Medieval Festival
A small team of dedicated coordinators manage the Abbey Medieval Festival, most are volunteers. We’ve worked together to create accessibility information to better support visitors during the Abbey Medieval Festival weekend. We’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, but we recognise that there’s more to do. We’re learning and we’re excited to learn with you!
Accessibility at a glance:
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Dedicated parking area for Disability Parking Permit holders
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Companion Cards accepted
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Guide, hearing and assistance animals welcome
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Staff and volunteers trained in disability awareness
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Quiet Tent available
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Dedicated animal toileting area
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Accessible toilet facility
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Ambulant toilet facilities
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Unisex toilet facilities
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Seating available throughout the site
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Communication tools available
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Visual Story
Accessibility Guides – 2026 Versions
Accessibility Resources – updated 2026
Visual Guide – What to Expect
Communication Board
Accessibility Map 2025 (2026 Coming Soon)
Accessible Program 2025 (2026 Coming Soon)
Loud Sounds Schedule (Saturday/Sunday)
Locals and Reenactors Loud Sounds Schedule (including after hours tests)
Accessible Encampment Program 2025 (2026 Coming Soon)
Video Resources
Accessibility Walkthrough – General Grounds FILMED 2024
Run Time: 37m 36s
Captions included
Familiarisation Tour – v.2026
Run Time: 6m 35s
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