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Sizergh - Garden

Sizergh, near Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8DZ

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Summary

  • The most accessible entrance has step-free level access.
  • There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • The following are also available: seating.
  • At the time of our visit the hearing assistance system was not working.
  • This site is not part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
  • The nearest toilet with adaptations for disabled people is in the toilet block by the house. View information about this toilet (new tab).

Equipment and Resources to Borrow

  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair. It is highly recommended that these are booked in advance, where this is possible. Please check the National Trust website for details.
  • Sensory packs can be borrowed which include: fidget toys.
  • You can borrow or hire the following mobility vehicles: an off-road/all-terrain mobility scooter. It is highly recommended that these are booked in advance, where this is possible. Please check the National Trust website for details.

Route to

  • Leaving the visitor reception, follow the path past the house, and turn right towards the gated entry to the gardens.
  • The route to the area is step-free level.
  • Path surfaces along the route are gravel.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.

Outdoor Spaces

  • This information is for the access point located to the right of the path.
  • There is step-free level access into the area.
  • There is a gate at the surveyed access point which is permanently held open.
  • The width of the gap is 100cm.
  • The following outdoor facilities are available: formal gardens.
  • The outdoor spaces include the following surfaces: gravel.
  • Footpaths are available in all of the outdoor space.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • There is step-free level access around the area.
  • There are slight ramps/slopes with handrails in the main areas.
  • There are slight slopes on the right side of the garden.
  • There are bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.