Access Statement and
Facilities for the Disabled Holidaymaker
On this page I have attempted to give the disabled holiday maker and their families a clearer idea of the facilities we have on offer at Primrose Hill.
Whilst realising that all individual needs are so different we have listened to guests comments and implemented suggestions wherever possible. I hope the following information and photos may be of help to you.
On arrival
The approach to Primrose Hill is now marked with a brown tourist sign. Once you have come up the drive all the accommodation and facilities are on a level and car parking is a few yards from your front door.
When a holiday is booked at Primrose Hill I have usually spoken to guests on the phone so have a good idea of specific requirements. I personally greet all my guests whenever possible. If equipment is requested then this is all ready in your bungalow.
All our bungalows have level access, wide doors and Rick and I will happily move furniture around to make life easier. We do prefer to do this ourselves so please do not struggle yourselves but just ask!
What a view!!!
The view is always a surprise to guests new to Primrose Hill....A picture does not do it justice. The ramped access to the gardens from the lounge means you can enjoy this wonderful view over Blue Anchor Bay and the shared front gardens also have a ramp so you can sit and enjoy the evening sun with a glass of wine in hand...perfect!!!
Lounge
All the bungalows have good-sized lounges suitable for wheelchair users. An upright chair, foot stool and side tables are available on request.
Bedrooms
Oak, Beech and Ash bungalow have bedrooms suitable for those guests who need to transfer into bed from their wheelchair. Ash also has an electric bed. Commodes are available on request.
If a hoist is required this can be hired from PLUSS on 01278 445446. This is at an additional charge but will be delivered to Primrose Hill ready for your arrival.
Kitchen
Our kitchens are fully equipped. Beech has low level units and all work well for a wheelchir user. A perching stool is available and there is a lower pull out shelf suitable for preparing food.
Shower room facilities
The wheel in shower rooms in Ash, Oak and Beech are equipped with devon rails around the loo and grab rails by the basin and shower.
Elm has grab rails and can accommodate a toilet frame with a raised loo seat
On request shower chairs and a perching stool are available to make life easier in the shower room along with raised loo seats.
But will I be able to get my wheelchair in??
So far we have had no failures but to assist you further the following measurements may be useful.
Door widths
ASH
- Front 71cms
- Back 74 cms
- Bathroom 81 cms
- Lounge 81 cms
- Assessable Twin room 79 cms
- Double 79 cms
- Bunk room 80 cms
OAK
- Front 79cms
- Back 74 cms
- Bathroom 79 cms
- Lounge 79 cms
- Assessable double bedroom 79cms
- Bunk room 79 cms
BEECH
- Front 79 cms
- Back 74 cms
- Bathroom 79 cms
- Lounge 81 cms
- Assessable twin bedroom 81 cms
- Assessable single bedroom 81 cms
ELM ( this bungalow is not suitable for those who use a wheelchair indoors)
- Front 78cms
- Back 73 cms
- Bathroom 79 cms
- Lounge 80 cms
- Twin room 81cms
- Double 81 cms
- Single room 8i cms
Can I use a hoist and what height are the beds?
ASH
- Single beds 54 cms high and 19 cms gap under the bed.
OAK
- Double bed 55 cms high and 19.5 cms gap under the bed
BEECH
- Single bed 61 cms high and 36 cms gap under the bed
- Twin Beds 57 cms high
Games Room
The games room is very popular with both adults and children, disabled and able bodied alike
Equipment hire
Hoists can be hired from PLUSS, Bridgewater tel. 01278 445446
Wheel chairs can be hired for a small sum from the Red Cross (along with most other equipment). I am happy to collect items so they are ready in your bungalow before you arrive.
Dogs
Picture courtesy of Salisbury Newspapers
Dogs are welcome at Primrose Hill at an additional charge, however Assistance Dogs get a free holiday!
I hope this information has been helpful. If you require more details of the facilities available at Primrose Hill, please do not hesitate to Contact Jo at any time.
