Whether you’re planning a day out with family, friends or simply want a solo wander somewhere beautiful, it shouldn’t be complicated to find places that are easy to access.
Across Sussex, there are plenty of brilliant attractions that offer just that. Step-free routes, wheelchair-friendly paths, accessible toilets and more.
This blog brings together some of the best accessible attractions in Sussex, so you can focus on enjoying your day, not worrying about the logistics. From coastal gardens to historic landmarks and wild nature reserves, here’s where to go for a great day out that welcomes everyone.
So if you’re planning a visit to this lovely corner of the coast, here are some nearby gems worth adding to your list.
Animal, wildlife and farm experiences
Drusillas Zoo Park is exceptionally well equipped for wheelchair users, with level or ramped access throughout the zoo, play areas, shops, and food outlets. Wide pathways, accessible toilets (including Changing Places facilities), designated parking, and mobility scooter or wheelchair hire ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit. Carers accompanying disabled visitors are admitted free of charge, and the team offers tailored assistance where needed to help make your day as easy and inclusive as possible.
Paradise Park is wheelchair accessible throughout, with level or ramped access to the gardens, museum, café and shops. Paths are paved, accessible toilets and Blue Badge parking are available, and manual wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge. Carers receive complimentary entry, and staff are always happy to help.
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre offers smooth trails, accessible hides and boardwalks, making wildlife spotting easy for wheelchair users. There’s Blue Badge parking, a Changing Places toilet, and free entry for carers. Manual wheelchairs are available to borrow, and the team provides sensory bags, a portable hearing loop and helpful extras like accessible round picnic tables. Their Wetland Discovery Boat Safari is wheelchair-accessible and includes manual wheelchair access on board. In 2024 they won the Bronze Award in the Accessible & Inclusive Tourism of Beautiful South Awards.
Aldingbourne is fully wheelchair accessible with accessible parking, toilets and a Changing Places facility. Carers go free, hearing loops are installed across the site, and sensory maps and guides are available online to support visitors with sensory sensitivities. A full accessibility guide can also be found on their website.
Gardens, heritage and historic landscapess
Bignor Roman Villa has flat routes around its Roman mosaics, with disabled parking and suitable toilets. Assistance dogs are welcome across the site.
Wakehurst offers free entry for registered blind and partially-sighted visitors, and those accompanying disabled visitors. The attraction provides hard-surface paths and ramps to key buildings and accessible areas around the Mansion and gardens. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters can be borrowed, and accessible toilets are available across the site. A visual guide and accessibility map are also available to help you plan ahead.
Sheffield Park & Garden boasts wide level paths and accessible routes through its landscape gardens. Powered mobility scooters can often be hired to help you explore at your own pace. Assistance dogs are welcome across the site at all times, and there’s Blue Badge parking.
Petworth House and Park combines grand parkland and a historic house. The garden map highlights the main path, path surfaces, benches, slopes, steps, mobility buggy collection points and toilet locations. Rooms in Petworth house offer floor level access, but some areas of the house are step access only.
Tinwood Estate has step-free, flat access throughout its tasting room and decked areas, with an accessible toilet on site and drop-off access to the main entrance. One lodge offers ramp access for overnight guests using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and there are nearby picnic benches for those who prefer to stay seated during the tour. The estate is also dog-friendly, including for assistance dogs.
Newhaven Fort is set on a slope but has ramped entrances to many areas. The site offers accessible toilets, designated parking, two mobility scooters available free of charge, and hearing loops in some exhibitions.
Fun and accessible days out
Harbour Park is mostly step-free, with smooth paths, accessible toilets, and Blue Badge parking right outside. Many rides and amusements are wheelchair-friendly or offer assisted access, and staff are trained to support visitors with additional needs. Carers can ride for free when accompanying a guest who needs help.
Royal Pavilion has step-free access to the main entrance and ground floor rooms. There are accessible toilets, manual wheelchairs available to borrow, and carers go free. The surrounding gardens are also level and easy to navigate, and assistant dogs are welcome.
GLOBALLS is an immersive indoor mini golf and games venue that’s fully wheelchair accessible, with wide paths and level floors throughout. Adaptable golf clubs are available, and staff are trained to support a range of accessibility needs. All courses are indoors and well-ventilated, and visitors can benefit from free parking at Brighton Marina.
Accessible attractions in Sussex.
Whether you’re after peaceful gardens, lively animal encounters or family-friendly attractions by the sea, there are plenty of places in Sussex that make accessibility a priority. With thoughtful design, welcoming staff and clear access information, these attractions prove that great days out should be open to everyone.
So pack a picnic, plan your route and enjoy exploring Sussex without limits.
