Everyday life
Read real-life stories and in-depth guides on what it’s really like to live as a disabled person. Our guides cover work, education, travel, and activities – giving you unique insights and practical tips to give you more independence.
Transport
Travelling to school as a wheelchair user
Get expert tips and real-life experiences on travelling to school as a wheelchair user. Advice for real wheelchair users.
Essential guide: Using public transport as a wheelchair user
A practical guide to using public transport as a wheelchair user in the UK. Get accessibility tips and journey planning advice from real wheelchair users.
Travelling by bus and coach as a wheelchair user
Everything you need to know about travelling by bus and coach as a wheelchair user, covering boarding, accessibility and safety tips from wheelchair users.
Travelling by taxi or private hire vehicle as a wheelchair user
In-depth guide on using taxis and private hire vehicles as a wheelchair user, including legal rights, accessibility and real-life experiences.
Travelling by underground, metro or light rail as a wheelchair user
Learn how to use underground, metro and tram systems confidently. Practical advice, accessibility guidance and legal info for wheelchair users travelling in UK
Travelling by train as a wheelchair user
Assistance, accessibility and experts tips for travelling by train as a wheelchair user. Everything you need to know to travel on a train as a wheelchair user.
Essential guide: Going on a plane as a wheelchair user
Expert advice on airports, assistance and travelling by plane as a wheelchair user from Whizz Kids. Learn about legal rights, airline responsibilities and safe
Would you like to write for us?
Share your experiences as a wheelchair user on our Everyday Life section. Learn how to write for us, share your views or point out a problem.
Education
Essential guide: Going to university as a wheelchair user
Essential support, accessibility and advice for wheelchair users preparing for university and student life – created by young wheelchair users.
Travelling to school as a wheelchair user
Get expert tips and real-life experiences on travelling to school as a wheelchair user. Advice for real wheelchair users.
Out and About
Essential guide: Going to a gig as a wheelchair user
Make the most of live events with practical advice on booking, access, seating, and planning for gigs as a wheelchair user – from our Youth Board.
Essential guide: Shopping as a wheelchair user
Make shopping easier as a wheelchair user with experts advice on your rights, accessibility features and planning – written by young wheelchair users.
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