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Ride Access Pass Systems and Disabled Access (pre 2024)

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John said:
No it isn't, as it's on safety grounds and it's not reasonably practical to modify the rides to allow safe access.
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Its not entirely clear in that demo image but gardaland supposedly prohibit "cognitive disabilities" from adrenaline rides.
That's what my comment was referring to.

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Different laws in Italy, though I'm surprised at most of the coasters not allowing transfer from wheelchair, since that's what most others allow...

In terms of wheelchair users Europeans seem to use it as ones who require the use of one 100%, rather than the way we'd be all encompassing and term anyone who uses one under that banner...

Looking at Garda cognitive ones are done on case by case basis, nothing there that says you can't do it but you must be accompanied by another adult... Which is the standard...
 
Benzin said:
Different laws in Italy, though I'm surprised at most of the coasters not allowing transfer from wheelchair, since that's what most others allow...

In terms of wheelchair users Europeans seem to use it as ones who require the use of one 100%, rather than the way we'd be all encompassing and term anyone who uses one under that banner...

Looking at Garda cognitive ones are done on case by case basis, nothing there that says you can't do it but you must be accompanied by another adult... Which is the standard...
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I was going based on what I've been told by someone who's visited gardaland and had issues due to their polices.

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ihaveaspergers said:
I was going based on what I've been told by someone who's visited gardaland and had issues due to their polices.

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So basically if they saw you or me having a meltdown they'd say "you can't go on this ride"? That's not good. :eek:
 
EP don't allow disabled access.

Their throughputs are world famous.

Just saying.
 
DiogoJ42 said:
EP don't allow disabled access.

Their throughputs are world famous.

Just saying.
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German legislation says so, in fact I think EP may have had such a policy before the government went Extremely Tory...

Again though I doubt think there's much of a prevalence of wheelchair users at theme parks in Europe... So the numbers were likely to be negligible for them (besides they likely threw said guests onto the rides anyway)...


Edit - Looking at the EP website, rides are available for those who can transfer out of wheelchairs, but doesn't say anything regarding a RAP equivalent system... So there's SOMETHING there, if I ever feel bothered to return might have to play the email game...
 
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Looking into booking wristbands for Blackpool PB. Like last time I visited, carers get the junior rate instead of going free. Is this right? I thought attractions were required to let at least one carer in free?
 
skyscraper said:
Looking into booking wristbands for Blackpool PB. Like last time I visited, carers get the junior rate instead of going free. Is this right? I thought attractions were required to let at least one carer in free?
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There is no legal obligations for any attractions to provide any form of concessions for the elderly, disable, carer's etc....
 
Benzin said:
Nope, ride wristband as well...
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Says on the website;

"If a guest requires the assistance of a carer, then that person will need to purchase either a ride wristband (at the discounted junior rate), or, if the guest has purchased only a Park Entry Pass, then the carer/helper will be issued with a Park Entry Pass (maximum of one) free of charge."
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Hello everyone - Hope you are all doing well!

I am currently completing my dissertation project at university and would absolutely love your help. I study a degree in Special Education and am looking at how well UK attractions cater for the needs of those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, to ensure you have quality family time.

I have a questionnaire specifically for anyone with Additional Needs/ have family members with additional needs. The questionnaire can be accessed at: https://forms.gle/tquvHANE4w1v1GAh6

Your participation is completely voluntary. If you wish to be involved, please read the consent form carefully, and ask me any questions if you’re unsure about anything. There is also an opportunity for you to be contacted at a later date to discuss your thoughts and feelings regarding the accessibility at the attractions.

I am also working alongside Merlin who will be competing a questionnaire and will be able to see your responses, so it is a really good opportunity to make yourself be heard!

Thank you so much for taking part and I really look forward to working alongside you! This really is an exciting opportunity. Also, feel free to share with your friends/family!
 
samaugust323 said:
Hello everyone - Hope you are all doing well!

I am currently completing my dissertation project at university and would absolutely love your help. I study a degree in Special Education and am looking at how well UK attractions cater for the needs of those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, to ensure you have quality family time.

I have a questionnaire specifically for anyone with Additional Needs/ have family members with additional needs. The questionnaire can be accessed at: https://forms.gle/tquvHANE4w1v1GAh6

Your participation is completely voluntary. If you wish to be involved, please read the consent form carefully, and ask me any questions if you’re unsure about anything. There is also an opportunity for you to be contacted at a later date to discuss your thoughts and feelings regarding the accessibility at the attractions.

I am also working alongside Merlin who will be competing a questionnaire and will be able to see your responses, so it is a really good opportunity to make yourself be heard!

Thank you so much for taking part and I really look forward to working alongside you! This really is an exciting opportunity. Also, feel free to share with your friends/family!
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Hi Sam, just done the survey. Being disabled myself, there are issues with park systems and there are things that could be done.
 
Thank You for completing the survey! It really does mean so much to me! I am in close partnership with Merlin and will be showing Merlin your feedback at the end of the project :)
 
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