Welcome To Access Coasters

Welcome to Access Coasters! Where we embark on a journey to make the magic of theme parks accessible to everyone. My mission is to provide comprehensive resources, tips, and insights to help individuals with disabilities and access requirements navigate theme Parks. Access Coasters is your go to destination for information and inspiration for your next adventure. Join us as we explore inclusive experiences, share first hand reviews and advocate for greater accessibility in the theme parks world.

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Latest Blog Posts

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Changes To Wearing Ear Defenders On Rides At Alton Towers

As of summer 2026 there have been some changes to what rides you can wear ear defenders on. Although I’ve currently only experienced these changes at Alton Towers I believe it will probably happen across all Merlin UK theme parks.

This blog post will prepare you for the change before your visit with all the information we know so far, my own personal experience and a social story to help you transition to the change.

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Promo image for a blog post titled “Blackpool: Pleasure Beach Resort – Disabled Access Review”. On a bright yellow background, a central photo shows Iona smiling sitting on a bench between colourful Alice in Wonderland characters (the Mad Hatter and a large rabbit) in front of an “Alice in Wonderland – Pleasure Beach Blackpool” sign dated Oct 1 2023. To the right there is the symbol for theme park trops woth a cartoon of Iona riding a rollercoaster with her hands in the air in the bottom courner.

Pleasure Beach Resort Disabled Access Review

Come and spend the day with me at the Pleasure Beach. There is so many unique rides here there is really something for everyone from the brand new for 2026 Aviktas to the over 100 year old coaster Big Dipper we have so much to explore so come we best get going.

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Disclaimer

The information provided on this blog about theme park accessibility is based on my experiences and the details available from the attractions’ official websites at the time of my visit. Please note that facilities and services for disabled guests may change, and the information may not always be up-to-date. I strongly recommend checking the accessibility section on the respective attractions’ websites for the most current information. The comments and opinions expressed in this blog are solely my own and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or representative of any other organisation.

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