Venue 5 – Kirkstall Abbey

Heritage – twelfth century Abbey ruins.

● There are footpaths around the whole of the park that are wide enough for wheelchairs.

● These footpaths are tarmacked and have even surfaces.

● There is step-free level access throughout the majority of Kirkstall Abbey.

● Entry into the Abbey grounds is via the visitor centre.

● The visitor centre and café are step free.

● The entrance is automatic, opening outwards with a clear opening space. The doorways are 157 cm wide.

● The visitor centre and café have wooden floors.

● There are two doors that exit into the Abbey grounds. When both are opened the width is 157 cm.

● The outdoor areas consist of tarmac, stone paving, cobbles, grass, and gravel.

● Please note that as Kirkstall Abbey is a heritage site. Some areas of the grounds are uneven in places and there are some open drains.

● Please take care and keep children under close supervision.

●  A wheelchair is available from the visitor centre to borrow on your visit. You must contact them in advance of your visit to ensure the chair is available by calling 0113 378 4079 or emailing kirkstall.abbey@leeds.gov.uk.

●  Seating is available in the visitor centre and around the grounds.

● Both assistance dogs and pet dogs are allowed. Please keep on a lead.

● Dog bowls are available at the front entrance of the visitor centre.

● Dogs are allowed in the café. Pet dogs are not allowed in the Rose Room.

● There are bins available for disposing of poo bags.

● Toilets are located in the visitor centre.

● Separate male and female toilets.

● Gender inclusive accessible toilet.

● Facilities in the accessible toilets include handrails on both sides of the toilet, an emergency alarm, and a fire alarm with a flashing light. There is room for a wheelchair to manoeuvre and assistance. This toilet is not RADAR key operated.

● Baby changing facilities are available in the accessible toilet in the visitor centre. Kirkstall Abbey is a breastfeeding friendly space.

● There is a café in the visitor centre.

● Sandwiches, cakes and bakes, hot food, and ice cream.

● Vegan and gluten free options are available.

● Hot and cold drinks, milk alternatives available.

● High chairs are available.

● Counter service – but table service can be requested.