Disabled Accessibility and Inclusivity at Funfairs & Fairgrounds

disabled accessibility for funfairs and fairgrounds

Everyone deserves the opportunity to experience funfairs, fairgrounds, carnivals and other big events, irrespective of their abilities or backgrounds. We at We Are Tricycle aim to ensure every guest feels welcome, valued, and understood. Accordingly, we have reams of information that should help you to promote accessibility and inclusivity at all your events.

The Equality Act 2010 and related legislation informs the expectations held by regulations. You should do everything reasonably practicable to promote accessibility and ensure that everyone can get involved in the fun!

Just some of the considerations you should keep in mind include:

Ramp Access: Funfair rides and fairground side stalls can be equipped with ramp access to ensure wheelchair users and those with mobility challenges can easily access the fun.
Designated Seating: Specific areas can be reserved for attendees with special needs, ensuring they have the best vantage points without any hindrance.

Quiet Zones: These can benefit people with sensory processing sensitivities, by offering a respite from the bustling activity and noise of the fair.
Visual and Auditory Aids: For guests with visual or auditory impairments, you could offer descriptive audio devices and sign language interpreters when required.
Trained Staff: Our team undergoes periodic training on accessibility issues. They are equipped to offer assistance, answer queries, and ensure that every guest's experience is smooth and enjoyable. If you're involved in similar big events, ensure your team receives the same training!
Braille and Large Print: Any event maps, schedules, and informational brochures should be available in Braille and large print.
Online Accessibility: Make sure your website is accessible to all, including those using assistive technologies like screen readers.

We continually review and adapt our games to be more inclusive. From ensuring arcade games have varying difficulty levels to providing alternative game modes for those with specific needs, we strive to cater to everyone.

We believe in continuous improvement. You should encourage attendees are encouraged to provide feedback on their experience, and actively use this data to enhance accessibility features and training protocols.

By making our events more accessible and inclusive, we hope to ensure that everyone - regardless of age, ability, or background - can enjoy the fun of the fair! Check out our Health and Safety FAQs to see more suggestions, or speak with our team through our contact page to talk with the experts about your next funfair event.