Travel

Public transport

  1. TFL – TFL has all the info you need when travelling around our capital
  2. National Rail Enquiries – To check journey times and book relevant assistance. Often Virgin carry out assistance bookings on 08457443366
  3. Disables Persons Railcard – For 1/3 off all journeys
  4. Computer Cab – For London residents as much as £20 can be discounted from a journey. See link for info on how to apply in your borough

Driving

  1. Blue Badge – Map of blue badge bays all over the UK
  2. Motoring and Transport – About the scheme, how to apply etc
  3. Motability – Info on assessments and financial help
  4. Steering Developments – Company who make adaptations to cars
  5. Automobility Concepts – Company who make adaptations to cars
  6. Andy Kars – Highly recommended for servicing adapted vehicles
  7. Fish Insurance – Specialist insurers for disabled vehicles (and wheelchairs etc)
  8. The AA – The AA do good quotes too
  9. Your Vehicle and License – Free road tax for those in receipt of DLA
  10. http://www.frixo.com – Great for road traffic updates

Flying – see my blog of travelling to Germany

  1. Flying with Disability – A general website for disabled people who travel by plane
  2. Ryan Air – Have used many times and with foresight, planning and communication they are ok
  3. BBC – Who Needs Airport Assistance – A great look at the world of travelling with a disability

Ferry

  1. Disabled Travel Advice - Ferry Cruise Travel for Wheelchair Users

Other

  1. www.abilient.com - Information on different types of wheelchairs
  2. http://www.draftwheelchairs.commy awesome wheelchair dealer and repair/service placete

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