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Accessibility

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All our front-of-house staff receive training in disability awareness. If you have queries, or need assistance please ask. They will be more than happy to help you.

The majority of Duxford's buildings have level entry or ramped access for wheelchair users. There are nineteen disabled parking bays and a dropping-off zone for coaches.

Manual folding wheelchairs and three mobility scooters are available for hire. There is no charge, but identification will be required. To reserve, please call our Visitor Centre on 01223 499 314.

Free on-site transport is available throughout the day for visitors who require assistance around the site. A wheelchair can be accommodated to the rear of the vehicle and folded wheelchairs can also be placed at the front of the vehicle. Please note that for safety reasons this service does not run on air show days or busy event days.

Wheelchair accessible toilet facilities available throughout the site.

On days when no special events or attractions are operating, visitors with restricted mobility may be permitted to drive around the site in their own vehicle - please ask the admissions staff.

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Assistance dogs are welcome.

 

Hands-on educational sessions for students with disabilities are available from the Department for Learning on request. The department also offers talks for students with learning difficulties and a two-day special needs events on the subject of flight . Contact Duxford's Department for Learning on 01223 499 341 for further details.