Accessibility

Devon accessible accommodation for everyone

Woodford Bridge Country Club is dedicated to providing a safe, enjoyable stay for those with visual or hearing impairments or mobility access requirements.

The resort’s ongoing programme of commitment includes:

  • Ensuring compliance with the current accessibility legislation.
  • Making appropriate enhancements (where possible) to resorts and resort plans.
  • Offering a wide range of accessibility aids.
  • Improving internal awareness and training.
  • Offering an appointed Accessibility Ambassador, to assist members, owners and guests with accessibility needs.
  • Providing accurate information on the website, including information on access, available facilities and accessibility aids.
  • Communicating with members via regular disability forums and surveys to identify areas for improvement.
  • Producing compliant literature and communicating within the same guidelines.

If you have any questions or would like to make any comments, please get in touch.

Phone: +44 (0)845 359 0009
E-mail: accessrequirementseurope@diamondresorts.com

 

Terrain
The resort is positioned on a hill with various gradients and inclines around the site. The majority of speed bumps have been adapted for wheelchair users. Internal and external demarcation to steps.

 

Communal Areas
Reception
Accessible with the aid of the portable ramp. Handrails are installed along all steps in Reception. Lowered Reception desk.

Bar/Restaurant
Accessible. Level access.

Lounge
Accessible via Reception. A small gulley/gutter at the entrance (external) has to be crossed which might prove difficult if unaided.

Entertainment
Accessible with the aid of the portable ramp.

Leisure Centre
Designated accessible parking bay. Pool hoist. Accessible toilet and changing facilities.

Parking
Designated accessible parking bays available. Accessible accommodation has designated parking bays.

 

Accessible Accommodations

Partially Wheelchair Accessible Accommodation
Suitable for travelers with restricted walking ability who may need a wheelchair. Some areas within the accommodation and exterior are accessible. They have electric beds, an adapted bathroom and special high backed chairs (kitchen units/work surfaces are standard height).

We offer five accommodations in total: one double room, two one-bedroom accommodations and two two-bedroom houses.

All Accommodation
The majority of units are duplex and therefore have internal stairs. There are a small number of units on one level available upon request. External steps have warning strips.

 

Equipment Available (Upon Request)
Please click here for our Accessibility Aid Catalogue with a wide range of complimentary items available to lend to members, owners and guests for your comfort during your stay (subject to availability).

 

Measurements for Equipment Available Upon Request

Pool hoists: weight limit 300 lbs or 136 kg

Wheelchair: 48 cm wide (seat); weight limit 100 kg

Wet wheelchair: 47 cm high (seat) and 44 cm wide (seat); weight limit 190 kg

Shower chair: adjustable from 58.4 cm to 71.1 cm; weight limit 125 kg

 

Accessible Outings and Excursions

  • Big Sheep
    Family theme park, disabled access, some slopes but help available.
  • Harlequinns Centre
    Ten-pin bowling.
  • Torrington 1646
    Popular local attraction, featuring all the sights and sounds of the 17th century.
  • Bradworthy Transport Museum
  • Eden Project
  • Dragon Archery

 

Proximity/Accessibility to Local Supermarkets/Shops etc.

Shopping centres of Bideford Park and Quay - fully accessible with toilet facilities. Morrisons in Bideford - ASDA in Bideford Waitrose in Holsworthy.

Atlantic Village shopping centre. Roadford Lake, Westward Ho!, Instow and Summerleaze Beach (Partially accessible).

 

Public Transport

Number Six Taxis - accessible taxis available during the day time. Disabled access available on local buses.

Holsworthy Cars - large vehicles available, although persons with mobility impairments would have to be removed from wheelchair.

 

Haemodialysis Clinic Close to Resort

North Devon Kidney Unit, approximately one hour’s drive from resort

Address: Widgery Drive, South Molton, EX36 4DP

Contact: Yvonne Wood on 01392 402194

E-mail: rde-tr.holidayhaemo@nhs.net 

 

Meet the Resort Accessibility Ambassador

Our Resort Accessibility Ambassadors will assist you with any accessibility requirements prior to and during your stay.