So helpful! One thing we noticed while in London is how quietly helpful Londoners often are. Often strangers would offer my cane-carrying husband a steadying hand getting on and off buses. A maintenance person at Paddington cheerfully showed me how to operate a tricky canal side lift. Two students immediately stopped to help when my husband fell on some rough paving. Londoners may not want to chitchat on the tube, but they do often step up, no-nonsense fashion, when they see a need.
I thought my chance at visiting London again was slim when I became a wheelchair user. But videos like yours are giving me hope again. Hope to see you soon!
Amazing as Always guys. Just had a week in London and found it 70% accessible. Stayed in Marble Arch area was able to get on the the tube at Bond St. Stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton - Marble Arch. It's accessible room and proximity to Oxford St was PERFECT. Greatest tip for wheelchair users (who are visiting for the first time) like myself. We took advantage of the Hop On Hop Off Bus. As it was a quick stress-free way to get to specific sites/attractions quickly and easily. P.s. Manual Wheelchair user.
This video and how to take the bus 101 have been extremely helpful when my mother (who needs accessibility options) and I visited London this summer. This was very informative and really helped us enjoy every bit of London. Thank you for providing such great guidance! Keep up the great work!
During our visit to London with our children (one year old and 6 months old) we experienced London as not being really accessible. We managed, as we could carry the stroller up the stairs, but with a wheelchair it's not that easy to travel on the tube. Only few stations are accessible and often you have to use 5 different elevators.
@@dazza9326 I am aware of that. And I have lived in London for one year. Just wanted to say that you often don't realize how inaccessible cities are until you are in a situation when you struggle yourself. In my case, travelling on the tube with a double/twin stroller. When my mum (disabled) visited me during my one-year stay, we already noticed that in a lot of the areas of London there are very few benches. And that's something that could be "fixed" quite easily.
Also found that some Tube stations have disability status but actually still have some steps to street level after the lift (Russell Square Im looking at you)
I have multiple sclerosis and need to avoid stairs at all costs. I loved the video. I would like here in Brazil to have more accessibility and care for people with accessibility difficulties.
I'm sorry that there's no accessibility for people who are in wheelchairs there in London which is sad! I love London so much and can't wait to finally visit the most beautiful city in the world! Thanks for sharing these great advice over the years Love and London! ❤💂♂🏴ɢʙ
Cool video . Here in the United States There is a federal law called American with Disabilities Act. Every structure . Every type of transportation must be ADA compliant . Hope the UK has something similar the United States has which would make people with disabilities safer and have a good time as well
I have a walking disability (I suffered from polio on my right leg, and now I have post-polio syndrome) so I must use a walking stick to move around; normally London bus service can be used without problem but some tube stations do not have electric stairs or lifts, so I normally try to avoid those stations like Manor House tube station, if you are on a wheelchair, you cannot get out of this station unless someone carries you out .......... but normally I plan my trip so I get to those overground and tube stations with electric stairs and lifts to avoid any problems ........... on buses normally people give up their seats for you, some will turn a blind eye pretending they do not see you so they do not offer their seat to you ....... but normally people have manners and respect, I can sit most of the time when I use the buses.
What if someone is coming from a country where there is no official service/assistance dog certification (e.g. the U.S.)? Is he/she still allowed to bring his/her dog with him/her to the UK?
What proof of disability is required for purchasing and booking "plus 1" or discounted tickets for shows and attractions in London. I am registered with the Canadian National Institue for the Blind (equivalent of the RNIB in the U.K.). Will my CNIB card and/or white cane be sufficient?
this is really interesting, hope to see more videos like this one. Anyone know any hostel in London that is accessible with wheelchair? much appreciated. thank you
We don't have an article on WA hostels, but we do have one on WA hotels here: loveandlondon.com/wheelchair-accessible-hotels-london/ We hope this helps ❤️
Thank you for all this info! What counts as “proof” of disability needs? Lots of things ask for proof upon arrival. I’m from the USA, and we don’t actually have anything official that denotes a disability (I wish we had, it would make traveling and requesting assistance a lot easier…). I could get a letter from a doctor? Thanks!
I just took the bus for the first time in my power chair and made a right mess of getting on and off the bus. I started having a panic attack because everyone was staring at me 😢
Oh no! We're so sorry this happened. It can be really hard navigating new transport in a new location with your power chair, but in no time, you'll be a pro. We really hope this video helps with some tips to give you confidence for next time ❤️
Visited London Yesterday in a group of three adults from the UK, each with different disabilities including mobility issues and sensory issues. One of our party needing to use crutches and a wheelchair. In conclusion, DO NOT GO . London is vile, smelly and dirty, overpriced and 100% inaccessible. The people there are rude and unhelpful. We booked ahead at the National gallery for a wheelchair but had to struggle up steps to get to it. The tube was a nightmare. Couldn't find an accessible toilet in Covent garden and mostly it was unaccessible. Will never visit again. I much prefer Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester or Birmingham.
We're so sorry you had such an awful experience in London. You're right - they definitely need to DO BETTER when it comes to accessibility here, especially on TfL
So helpful! One thing we noticed while in London is how quietly helpful Londoners often are. Often strangers would offer my cane-carrying husband a steadying hand getting on and off buses. A maintenance person at Paddington cheerfully showed me how to operate a tricky canal side lift. Two students immediately stopped to help when my husband fell on some rough paving. Londoners may not want to chitchat on the tube, but they do often step up, no-nonsense fashion, when they see a need.
I agree! So many wonderful locals who were willingly to help people with accessibility needs like my mom. The locals were so kind!
I thought my chance at visiting London again was slim when I became a wheelchair user. But videos like yours are giving me hope again. Hope to see you soon!
So happy to hear that 🥹 London can't wait to receive you!
Amazing as Always guys. Just had a week in London and found it 70% accessible. Stayed in Marble Arch area was able to get on the the tube at Bond St.
Stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton - Marble Arch. It's accessible room and proximity to Oxford St was PERFECT.
Greatest tip for wheelchair users (who are visiting for the first time) like myself. We took advantage of the Hop On Hop Off Bus. As it was a quick stress-free way to get to specific sites/attractions quickly and easily.
P.s. Manual Wheelchair user.
I love that Love and London is so inclusive! Eliza is awesome! Love her energy!
This video and how to take the bus 101 have been extremely helpful when my mother (who needs accessibility options) and I visited London this summer. This was very informative and really helped us enjoy every bit of London. Thank you for providing such great guidance! Keep up the great work!
Thanks for your support ❤️
During our visit to London with our children (one year old and 6 months old) we experienced London as not being really accessible. We managed, as we could carry the stroller up the stairs, but with a wheelchair it's not that easy to travel on the tube. Only few stations are accessible and often you have to use 5 different elevators.
I'm afraid it's a City that is a 1000 years old, you have to expect that.
@@dazza9326 I am aware of that. And I have lived in London for one year. Just wanted to say that you often don't realize how inaccessible cities are until you are in a situation when you struggle yourself. In my case, travelling on the tube with a double/twin stroller. When my mum (disabled) visited me during my one-year stay, we already noticed that in a lot of the areas of London there are very few benches. And that's something that could be "fixed" quite easily.
@@MsBerryblue Do you visit the green area's? lots of seating available.
Yup, Eliza said just that at the beginning. And they give a lot of accessibility tips for taking transport!
so cool to see Eliza become part of the love and London team ! (literally the best crossover)
Yayyyy❤️❤️
Also found that some Tube stations have disability status but actually still have some steps to street level after the lift (Russell Square Im looking at you)
Yuck! Thanks for watching.
I have multiple sclerosis and need to avoid stairs at all costs. I loved the video. I would like here in Brazil to have more accessibility and care for people with accessibility difficulties.
Thanks for your support ❤️ and hopefully things become more accessible in the future
I'm sorry that there's no accessibility for people who are in wheelchairs there in London which is sad! I love London so much and can't wait to finally visit the most beautiful city in the world! Thanks for sharing these great advice over the years Love and London! ❤💂♂🏴ɢʙ
Fantastic resources. Very nicely done.
Thank you so much for all of the very helpful information!
Cool video .
Here in the United States There is a federal law called American with Disabilities Act. Every structure . Every type of transportation must be ADA compliant . Hope the UK has something similar the United States has which would make people with disabilities safer and have a good time as well
Yes, we have similar laws here, but it doesn't always mean the day-to-day situations are an exact reflection of that 😔
LOVE THIS!!!! Thank You!! Always bringing the best most relevant content👏🏾👏🏾
:) Thanks so much for watching!
London is always beautiful European city for me.🥰😍🤗
This is such a helpful video, even for for me who is only in Brighton. But London can be so overwhelming.
Totally! Glad you found it helpful though!
Thanks for this information 👏👏👏
Thanks for watching!
Not disabled but hate stairs. I avoided the tube and stick with buses which, frankly, had more local stops and was more convenient.
I have a walking disability (I suffered from polio on my right leg, and now I have post-polio syndrome) so I must use a walking stick to move around; normally London bus service can be used without problem but some tube stations do not have electric stairs or lifts, so I normally try to avoid those stations like Manor House tube station, if you are on a wheelchair, you cannot get out of this station unless someone carries you out .......... but normally I plan my trip so I get to those overground and tube stations with electric stairs and lifts to avoid any problems ........... on buses normally people give up their seats for you, some will turn a blind eye pretending they do not see you so they do not offer their seat to you ....... but normally people have manners and respect, I can sit most of the time when I use the buses.
What if someone is coming from a country where there is no official service/assistance dog certification (e.g. the U.S.)? Is he/she still allowed to bring his/her dog with him/her to the UK?
Great video thank you so much for sharing 😀
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What proof of disability is required for purchasing and booking "plus 1" or discounted tickets for shows and attractions in London. I am registered with the Canadian National Institue for the Blind (equivalent of the RNIB in the U.K.). Will my CNIB card and/or white cane be sufficient?
That should do it but every place is different unfortunately!
Lots of helpful basic info.
this is really interesting, hope to see more videos like this one. Anyone know any hostel in London that is accessible with wheelchair? much appreciated. thank you
We don't have an article on WA hostels, but we do have one on WA hotels here: loveandlondon.com/wheelchair-accessible-hotels-london/ We hope this helps ❤️
How are you is the job on utube is it great you are doing a brilliant job working for jess 👏 if you see jess say hi for me god bless you all 😊
We're glad you're enjoying the videos :)
I'm disabled person and i treatment in London 😢 help me
Thank you for all this info! What counts as “proof” of disability needs? Lots of things ask for proof upon arrival. I’m from the USA, and we don’t actually have anything official that denotes a disability (I wish we had, it would make traveling and requesting assistance a lot easier…). I could get a letter from a doctor? Thanks!
It varies by venue TBH. Doctor's note can work but if you have any other verification, have that on hand or ask the venue in mind via email!
I just took the bus for the first time in my power chair and made a right mess of getting on and off the bus. I started having a panic attack because everyone was staring at me 😢
Oh no! We're so sorry this happened. It can be really hard navigating new transport in a new location with your power chair, but in no time, you'll be a pro. We really hope this video helps with some tips to give you confidence for next time ❤️
love you😘
Important note: the Passenger assistance app is not available for ever country
you speak so fast!! Im argentinian and I struggle a lot with the way you speak. Anyway I like your videos
We're working on getting captions up to help with that, check back in a few hours 😊 and thanks for watching!
Thats a fair comment. Maybe the channel could come up with some sort of language help in some way.
Visited London Yesterday in a group of three adults from the UK, each with different disabilities including mobility issues and sensory issues. One of our party needing to use crutches and a wheelchair. In conclusion, DO NOT GO . London is vile, smelly and dirty, overpriced and 100% inaccessible. The people there are rude and unhelpful. We booked ahead at the National gallery for a wheelchair but had to struggle up steps to get to it.
The tube was a nightmare.
Couldn't find an accessible toilet in Covent garden and mostly it was unaccessible.
Will never visit again.
I much prefer Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester or Birmingham.
We're so sorry you had such an awful experience in London. You're right - they definitely need to DO BETTER when it comes to accessibility here, especially on TfL
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