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Alt text: Martyn Sibley, sitting in his wheelchair, smiles in front of the famous black door of 10 Downing Street. A ramp is laid out in front of the entrance, highlighting the building's accessibility for wheelchair users. Martyn is wearing a blue and black plaid shirt and dark trousers, with the iconic address plate and lion's head door knocker visible behind him.

Visiting 10 Downing Street

23/10/2024

Today was an unforgettable experience as I rolled through the doors of 10 Downing Street! As a child, I often pondered whether a building with this global significance could be accessed by wheelchair users—and here I am. The building was very accessible, with portable ramps, accessible restrooms, normal lifts, and even a fantastic Sesame lift… Continue Reading

Accessible Istria

05/08/2019

For the past 3 years Kasia and I have attended Mindvalley University. A personal development conference held in different beautiful tourism hot spots each summer for 1 month. After Barcelona and Tallinn, 2019 was to be in Pula, Croatia. Having never been to Croatia we were excited but also aware of the challenges a new… Continue Reading

2012: Struggles, Achievements and New Plans

29/12/2012 2 Comments

This time last year I was celebrating going solo with my social business, a visit to New York and making big plans for 2012. It is fair to say this year went far better than I could have ever dreamt! In this post I’ve summarised each months highlights, before sharing some general thoughts and my… Continue Reading

The Incident of the Broken Wheelchair and Brighton Breasts

04/12/2012

I think November has been the craziest and busiest month on record. Having poured all of my energy and emotion into the roadtrip; I knew it was time to get back to the grind. I’ve made peace with myself, since being self employed, that a regular cash flow and chill outs are a thing of… Continue Reading

Tenerife: For me and For you

05/11/2012

“I only see my wheelchair when I see my shadow. Don’t chase your shadow, chase your dreams” The attached homepage picture was taken on Tenerife’s ‘Playa Las Vistas’ on a recent trip. This island really inspires me so much. Checkout the video for my general thoughts and for some information about the Mar y Sol… Continue Reading

The importance of Social Care Support and Self Awareness

04/07/2012

After months of travel and adventure I have been staying at my mums for a couple of weeks. This has been much needed and very pleasant. Usually I leave my London flat and visit my parents because I am ill or very run down. To have been in my home town, full of energy, full… Continue Reading