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Waddesdon - Aviary

Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0JH

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Summary

  • View information about opening hours.
  • There are members of staff available for help and assistance.
  • Staff/volunteers can describe the layout and access around the site.
  • The following are also available: seating, a BSL trained staff member, a companion/carer discount, facilities for assistance dogs, maps, on site-transport, a large map in the car park and an information board in the car park.
  • This site is part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
  • The nearest toilet with adaptations for disabled people is in the Manor House. View information about this toilet (new tab).
  • Additional toilet facilities with adaptations for disabled people are in The Stables. View information about this toilet (new tab).

Equipment and Resources to Borrow

  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: manual wheelchairs. It is highly recommended that these are booked in advance, where this is possible. Please check the National Trust website for details.
  • You can borrow these from the Welcome Pavilion, North Fountain Shuttlebus drop-off and the Manor House. View more information about booking and collection of equipment.
  • Powered mobility vehicles cannot be borrowed or hired.

Route to (the Aviary)

  • The fastest and most accessible route to the Aviary is via the estate's shuttlebus.
    The pick up point is next to the visitor car park at the Welcome Pavilion.
    Board the bus for the short journey to The North Fountain drop off point.
    Head towards the Manor and take the first right.
    Follow the path up a slight slope through the trees and the Aviary is on the left.
  • The route to the area is step-free via a slight ramp/slope.
  • Path surfaces along the route are tarmac and gravel.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is an accessible shuttle which can take visitors to this area.

Attraction / Exhibit (Aviary)

  • There is step-free level access into the area.
  • The majority of walkway widths are over 180cm.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise here.
  • Exhibit information includes the following formats: pictorial and information board.
  • The exhibits do not have hearing assistance systems.
  • There is step-free level access around the area.
  • There are bench seats available in the area.
  • Flooring in the area is not smooth and even.
  • Where the flooring is not smooth or even, this is due to gravel.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.