ACCESS STATEMENT FOR SHROPSHIRE ACCOMMODATION

Access Statement for Highgrove Barns Holiday Cottages,
Highgrove Farm, Long Lane, Sibdon Carwood, Craven Arms, Shropshire SY7 8DU

General

Highgrove Barns consists of two self-catering cottages which are situated around the paved enclosed former farmyard.

The cottages are single storey with no internal steps. They have shallow 4” (10cm) steps to the wide front doors. Internal doors are also wider than standard with double doors to the shower room/wc.

The Byre is the more spacious cottage and is the only one we would recommend for wheelchair access. A ramp is available to ease access over the threshold. The shower room double doors allow access with a wheelchair where desired. There is one shallow 4” (10cm) step into the shower. Safety grab handles are available for use in the shower room/wc if required. A shower seat is available on request prior to your stay.

The private car parking area is level and drop off is possible outside the cottage doors for transfer of passengers and/or luggage before parking in the designated space(s) nearby.

We live adjacent to the cottages and are pleased to discuss all access requirements prior to booking and to assist where practicable during your stay.

Approximate Dimensions

Byre Holiday Cottage

Living area: 4m x 5m
Bedroom & shower room: 4m x 3m

Dairy Holiday Cottage

Living area: 4m x 4m
Bedroom & shower room: 4m x 2.75m

There are two patios for use of cottage guests. The one adjacent to The Byre is accessible for wheelchair users.

Pre-Arrival

• We use email, telephone, letter and fax as our main forms of communication with guests. Our web site is clearly set out and has a link to this statement.
• Information on our facilities for less mobile guests and this Access Statement can be sent by post to enquirers. We hope to discuss requirements with all guests prior to booking/arrival to ensure that we can meet their needs.
• A number of bus services stop on the A49 less than half a mile down Long Lane. We will be pleased to supply further contact details for any accessibility and timetable questions you may have and leaflets are available in each cottage.
• There are main line train services on the Manchester to South Wales route in Craven Arms (1 mile away) with access without steps to the platforms. This is also the Holyhead to Cardiff line.
• We are able to offer a free collection service to guests, by arrangement, from Craven Arms station.
• If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to ask by telephone 01588 673 113 or email [email protected]