York Maze Disabled Access Review (Updated: 2026)

  • This blog post was last updated on the 21 August 2026
bright yellow presentation slide with the title "York Maze Disabled Access Ride Review" in large black text. In the center, there is a photo of a smiling Iona standing between two people in large, cheerful corn cob costumes—one with a pink bow and shoes, the other with a big red mouth. The background of the photo shows a wooden building with sunflowers. On the left side of the slide, there is a black accessibility icon with a globe. On the right, there is a cartoon of Iona with glasses and headphones, arms raised, riding a roller coaster.
Join me as for a summer holiday adventure as we return to York Maze. Lets figure are way around the mazes and see what attractions are on offer and of course figure out all the disabled access.

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Facilities and Services Available for Disabled Guests

Here is a quick overview of the facilities and services available for disabled guests at York Maze, so that you can decide if this attraction is able to meet your access requirements. Please note: some of the services are listed below and a full explanation is available later on in the blog post. In order to quickly navigate through the post you can use the table of contents.

  • Essential companion tickets: York Maze offers discounted tickets for essential companions formerly known as carer tickets with proof of the Access Card with +1 or +2 symbol. Essential companion tickets are £10.25 when booked in advance.
  • Reduced mobility/wheelchair user tickets: People with reduced mobility and wheelchair users can get a discounted ticket for £10.25 when booked in advance, with proof of the distance symbol or level access symbol on their Access Card.
  • Wheelchair accessible mazes and tractor ride: York Maze has 4 mazes where all elements needed to complete the maze are accessible. These mazes are: The Giant Maize Maze, Jurassic Maize, Sunflower Fortune Maze and Musical Maze. The Tractor Ride has a wheelchair accessible carriage. Full information can be found in the ‘our day at York Maze’ section of this blog post.
  • Queue Assist: York Maze operates a virtual queuing system for disabled guests who are unable to queue. Full information can be found in the ‘before your visit’ and ‘how queue assist works’ sections of this blog post.
  • Assistance Dogs: Assistance dogs are welcome at York Maze and are able to access most of the attractions. For example, the outdoor mazes, shows and tractor ride. Due to the nature of the attraction Assistance Dogs are not allowed in the House of Cornfusion, Pharaoh’s Cornquest, Mineshaft Maze and on the play equipment. It is worth noting that most of the outdoor areas and mazes at York Maze are dog friendly. Meaning there will be other dogs on site that are not assistance dogs.

Before your visit

Before visiting York Maze there are a few steps you must take in order to ensure you have the correct access available to you so you can enjoy your day.

Booking Tickets

York Maze offers the following tickets to be pre booked: Saver tickets, flexible tickets and on the day tickets.

Essential companion ticket

Essential companion tickets formerly known as carer tickets cost £10.25 when booked in advance and are available to paying guests with the access card or digital access pass with the +1 or +2 symbol.

Booking with an access card: If you already have an access card with the +1 or +2 symbol on then you can book your essential companion ticket when booking the rest of your groups tickets by selecting the essential companion ticket type. In order to add an essential companion ticket to your basket you need to unlock it as seen in the images below. You unlock the essential companion ticket type by entering your Access Card or digital access pass details. This is the Access Card user’s name as well as the Access Card ID number which is the number on the front of the Access Card. You will need to bring your Access Card on the day of your visit.

Booking without an access card: If you do not already have an Access Card then I have a full blog post all about the access card that you can find by clicking here what is the access card and is it worth it. If you do not wish to purchase the access card and only want your access needs registered for York Maze then you can get a free digital access pass by clicking here York Maze digital access pass.

If you are accepted for the digital access pass (with the +1 or +2 symbol on) you will receive an email with your DAP ID number. You can now book your essential companion ticket for York Maze by selecting the essential companion ticket type. In order to add an essential companion ticket to your basket you need to unlock it as seen in the images below. You unlock the essential companion ticket type by entering your digital access pass details. This is the digital access pass user’s name as well as the DAP ID number from the acceptance email. You will need to show a copy of your digital access pass email on the day of your visit.

Screenshot of the York Maze online ticket booking page. On the left, a beige ticket list shows several “Saver Limited Availability” options with green quantity selectors set to zero. Tickets include Adult or Child (reduced from £28.50 to £20.50), Baby & Toddler 0–2yrs (Free), Essential Companion (£10.25 with a green “Click to unlock” button and note about needing an Access Card or York Maze DAP with “+1” symbol), and Reduced Mobility/Wheelchair User (£10.25 with a note about needing Level Access and Distances symbols).
Screenshot of a web form section for unlocking an Essential Companion ticket. A short paragraph explains that you should enter your Access Card details to receive an Essential Companion ticket for Access Cards with a +1 or +2 symbol. Below the paragraph are three blank input fields labeled “First Name,” “Last Name,” and “Access Card ID,” ready for the user to type in their details.

Reduced Mobility/Wheelchair User Tickets

People with reduced mobility and wheelchair users can get a discounted ticket from £10.25 when booked in advance. In order to get this ticket type you must have an Access Card or digital access pass with one of the following symbols on: Level access, distance symbol.

Booking with an access card: If you already have an access card with the level access or distance symbol on then you can book your reduced mobility/wheelchair user ticket when booking the rest of your groups tickets by selecting the reduced mobility/wheelchair user ticket type. During the checkout process you will need to fill in some booking details in order to confirm you have an access card with the valid symbols on. The booking details required are your Access Card or digital access pass details. This is the Access Card user’s name as well as the Access Card ID number which is the number on the front of the Access Card. You will need to bring your Access Card on the day of your visit.

Booking without an access card: If you do not already have an Access Card then I have a full blog post all about the access card that you can find by clicking here what is the access card and is it worth it. If you do not wish to purchase the access card and only want your access needs registered for York Maze then you can get a free digital access pass by clicking here York Maze digital access pass.

If you are accepted for the digital access pass (with the level access or distance symbol on) you will receive an email with your DAP ID number. You can now book your reduced mobility/wheelchair user ticket for York Maze by selecting the reduced mobility/wheelchair user ticket as seen in the images below. During the checkout process you will need to fill in some booking details in order to confirm you have a digital access pass with a valid symbol on. The booking details required are your digital access pass details. This is the digital access pass user’s name as well as the DAP ID number which is the number on your acceptance email.

Screenshot of the York Maze online ticket booking page. On the left, a beige ticket list shows several “Saver Limited Availability” options with green quantity selectors set to zero. Tickets include Adult or Child (reduced from £28.50 to £20.50), Baby & Toddler 0–2yrs (Free), Essential Companion (£10.25 with a green “Click to unlock” button and note about needing an Access Card or York Maze DAP with “+1” symbol), and Reduced Mobility/Wheelchair User (£10.25 with a note about needing Level Access and Distances symbols).
the “Checkout – Booking Details” section is open for the “Reduced Mobility/Wheelchair user ticket,” showing form fields for first name, last name, and Access Card ID, plus a required checkbox confirming the card has Level Access (Wheelchair) or Distances (<50m) symbols.

queue assist scheme

York Maze offers a virtual queue system for guests whose disability means they are unable to queue. There is no official information on the website about what disability proof is required however, I recommend bringing some proof of disability stating you are unable to queue. For example, I take my Access Card with the standing and queueing symbol on. You can find out how queue assist works on the day of your visit in the ‘how queue assist works’ section of this blog post.

Planning my Visit

 There is so much to do at York Maze so I had a look on the website at the activities I wanted to do and then put them in order of whereabouts they were on the park map that you can find by clicking here York Maze Map. As it was my first visit last year to lessen my anxiety I then put them into a visual plan using Widget symbols.

Below I have included images of my visual activity plan in case it’s any help. We did not include things like lunch in the plan as I had no idea how long the activities would take.

York Maze planDownload

Arrivals

In this section of the blog we detail what will happen when you arrive at York Maze so you know what to expect and can get on the rides as quickly as possible.

blue badge parking

There were a couple of rows of blue badge parking located right outside the entrance. It is worth noting the car park had a stone surface so quite challenging for wheelchairs.

Parking area with a green sign that reads "BLUE BADGE PARKING ONLY PLEASE!" and features a wheelchair accessibility symbol. The sign has a white arrow pointing to the right, indicating the direction for accessible parking. There are several cars parked in the background along a gravel road, surrounded by green trees and bushes.
Roadside view from inside a car, showing a sign for "YORK MAZE" on a green fence to the left, next to another colorful sign for "Little Green Rascals Children's Organic Day Nursery." The road is bordered by tall trees and greenery, with a cloudy sky above. The dashboard and part of the windshield of the car are visible in the foreground.

entering the park

We entered through the admissions area as seen in the images below. In the admissions area our tickets were scanned and we were given an activity booklet with a pencil. We arrived at York Maze in the afternoon and there was no queue to get in.

Once through the admissions area there was a courtyard style area with undercover seating, gift shop, toilets with a separate baby change from the disabled toilet and there was also a café. There is also a free ID wristband station for children located as you enter.

Entrance to York Maze. The image shows a wide gravel path leading up to a green and yellow entrance archway decorated with corn cobs and cartoon faces. The sign above the entrance reads "WELCOME TO YORK MAZE." There are metal barriers and wooden fences guiding visitors towards the entrance. Several green signs provide information, including one that says "NO TICKET?" with instructions and a QR code for checking ticket availability.
Entrance archway to an outdoor venue, with a large green sign overhead that reads: "YORK MAZE IS NOW AN ONLINE TICKET ONLY VENUE! Please have your QR code ready to be scanned." The sign features cartoon images of a corn character and black birds with yellow beaks. On top of the sign, there are two large black bird statues, one on each side. Smaller green signs on the wooden posts say, "YORK MAZE IS A CASHLESS VENUE"
Outdoor scene with a gravel pathway, a rustic building with green double doors open, and a wooden gate in the background. The image is slightly blurry. There is some greenery around the area, and a sign is visible on the left door, but the text is not clear due to the blur.
Outdoor garden shop scene. There is a large tree in the foreground with a thick trunk and leafy branches providing shade. Behind the tree, there is a rustic shop with a red-tiled roof and green doors, partially open to reveal the interior filled with various items. The shop's entrance is decorated with hanging plants and flowers, and shelves on either side display garden ornaments, pots, and tools. The shop sign above the door is written in green neon letters. In front of the shop, there is a raised bed with artificial grass bordered by wooden planks.
Covered entrance area at a rustic outdoor venue, with a large green and white sign overhead that reads "DON'T GET LOST! FREE I.D. WRISTBANDS FOR KIDS HERE." The sign features cartoon corn characters and arrows pointing downward. Below the sign, there is a table covered with a patterned cloth and wristband
Wicker basket filled with paper wristbands, mostly white and some green, sitting on a table covered with a polka dot tablecloth in yellow, green, and beige. The wristbands have text on them, with some yellow ones labeled "YORKMAZE

How Queue Assist Works

In order to use the queue assist at York Maze simply tell the staff member at the attraction that you can’t queue and they will give you a return time to come back. There was a staff member at the entrance to each attraction. Sometimes you may need to go up the exit in order to speak to a member of staff. The queue assist works on all attractions except the Pharaohs Corn-quest.

Please note: We have visited both years during the summer holidays and although it has been busy during our visit we have never experienced any of the attractions with a queue longer than 10 minutes. So therefore didn’t need to use the queue assist scheme meaning I have no personal experience using this service.

Our Day at York Maze

Now we’re in the park and have sorted all of our access out it’s time to enjoy the mazes and get exploring. In this section you will find a write-up of our day at York Maze. Including all the accessibility information of course. So come and enjoy the day with us!

Pharaohs Corn-quest 

The Pharaohs Corn-quest is an indoor Maze set in ancient times. Where we were in an Egyptian temple and had to find the golden corn to save them from the crows. This maze was very well themed with lots of effects such as strobe lights and audio effects. Every time you found a golden corn you got to press a button that made a sound. The maze was probably the most intense in terms of being hard to navigate with small spaces and effects.

In terms of access, Pharaohs Corn-quest had a flight of stairs with no colour markings and an overhang. With assistance from my PA I was able to get around the maze this year. We came across multiple sets of a couple of steps with no handrails. There was lots of uneven floors and in some areas you had to duck down there was even a wobbly bridge. There is no queue assist available for Pharaohs Corn-quest. This maze featured lots of sensory effects and I did find the maze very overwhelming so can’t quite remember everything so I have listed the main effects in my experience as well as a POV video of the maze below.

  • Strobe lighting
  • Smell pods
  • Sound effects
  • Lighting effects
  • Dark spaces
image shows wooden fenced queue line with a video projected on the wall.
attraction entrance with an ancient Egyptian motif. The entrance is called "Pharaohs Cornquest," with large, bold blue and yellow letters above the doorway. The facade features Egyptian-style columns with hieroglyphics, statues of pharaohs, and a large golden winged scarab above the sign. To the right, there is a giant ear of corn, tying into the "corn" theme.
Egyptian-themed entrance to an attraction, with hieroglyphics and ancient-style artwork decorating the walls and ceiling. The entrance sign is blue with gold trim and reads "ENTRANCE" in large letters, with a smaller message underneath stating, "Children MUST be accompanied by an adult please!"
Large warning sign inside a dimly lit, red-toned area. The sign reads: THIS TEMPLE HAS NO BRAIN SO PLEASE USE YOURS WHEN INSIDE IT. - Children MUST be accompanied by an adult. - Younger kids may find the attraction a bit too scary, you may leave through any of the fire exits. - The temple is not suitable for people with mobility issues, pets or babies. There are steps and narrow corridors to navigate. - Strobe lights and smoke effects are used in this temple. - If you hear a message to leave the attraction please use the nearest fire exit.
Blue and gold sign at an Egyptian-themed attraction. The sign reads: "Enter the Egyptian temple and embark on a treasure hunt to help find the golden corns and save them from those pesky ancient crows!" There are two golden corn illustrations on either side of the text. Below, in smaller text, it says: "(The temple has steps, narrow passages and other features that may mean it's not suitable for everybody!)" The background shows Egyptian-style carvings and statues.
Dimly lit indoor staircase scene with an Egyptian pharaoh statue. The statue, resembling a traditional pharaoh with a headdress, is positioned at the base of a wooden staircase. The area is decorated with netting draped along the railings and illuminated by red lighting
Dimly lit corridor with yellow draped fabric walls, decorated with maroon patterns resembling garlands or beads. The corridor is lined with several old-fashioned wooden and metal trunks and crates, stacked and scattered
image of set of wooden stairs in a dim lit room with a red light
image of wooden wobbely bridge with roped railings and hand rails the bridge look uneven and there is a curton to walk through at the end.
image of a golden corn on the cob inside a jail style case with a sign that reads corn 2 and has a button to press.
image of theming with masks on the wall and water foutine

House of Cornfusion 

In the House of Cornfusion maze there was lots of different obstacles and illusions. In this attraction there was a mirror maze, a corridor where it gets smaller and the ceiling gets lower, slanted corridor, giant carrot obstacles, shaking corridor, moving light tunnel and an airbag obstacle. This was a fun and interactive attraction that I found quite unique however, it was challenging to get around. In order to go in House of Cornfusion you have to be with someone 16 years or older.

In terms of access, the House of Cornfusion had a few sets of 2 to 3 steps and lots of uneven floors as well as some steep ramps, the tilt corridor and shaking floor. There were lots of sensory effects in this attraction as seen in the list below:

  • Loud sound effects
  • Flashing and strobe lights
  • Vision effects
  • Smell pods
  • Dark spaces
Amusement attraction entrance themed like corn, with large yellow corn cobs framing two doorways. The sign above reads "House of Cornfusion" in playful, wavy letters. The left doorway is labeled "Entrance" and the right "Exit Only." The building is decorated with green and yellow corn imagery,
"THIS BUILDING HAS NO BRAIN, SO PLEASE USE YOURS WHEN INSIDE IT! - All children must be accompanied by an adult. - Do not enter if you suffer from the following: vertigo, epilepsy, claustrophobia. - There are uneven floors, steps, steep ramps and low ceilings. TAKE CARE! - This is a house of illusion, all is not what it seems, so walk slowly through it, and TAKE CARE! By entering this house you are deemed to have read and understood these warnings."
Mirror maze with blue and purple lighting. The image shows a series of tall, vertical columns and mirrors creating a repeating, endless effect. The floor has intersecting red lines, and the ceiling is illuminated with small blue lights. A person is partially visible on the left, reflected multiple times in the mirrors.
Mirror maze with green lighting. The image shows numerous vertical columns with leaf-like patterns, reflected infinitely by mirrors on the walls and possibly on the floor, creating a confusing and disorienting visual effect. The ceiling has small round lights, and the floor has yellow lines forming geometric shapes.
Mirror maze with teal LED lighting. The image shows a walkway with railings leading into a room where the walls, floor, and ceiling are covered in mirrors, creating infinite reflections and a disorienting effect. Bright teal LED strips outline the edges, adding to the surreal atmosphere.
Tunnel illusion attraction with a walkway, surrounded by swirling, colorful neon lights in purple, blue, green, and pink. The lights create a spinning vortex effect on the tunnel walls, giving a sense of motion and disorientation. At the end of the walkway, there is a door with a green triangular logo.
Metallic, reflective room with circular, concave patterns covering the walls. The surfaces create a distorted, almost funhouse mirror effect. The floor appears to be made of metal grating, and the ceiling has a green and white checkered pattern.
Large, hanging fruit-shaped objects in a dimly lit hallway. The objects resemble oversized strawberries or tomatoes, with red bodies and green tops, suspended from the ceiling by ropes.
Iona with a colorful backpack and pink headphones walking through a room with green and yellow vertical striped walls. The person is using a walking stick navigation and is touching the wall for support. The floor has a textured, metallic grid pattern
A brightly colored hallway with yellow and green walls and ceiling, illuminated by recessed lights. There are two wooden doors on either side with silver knobs. At the end of the hallway, there is a cartoon mural of a smiling peanut character wearing a black top hat, monocle, white gloves, red tie, green jacket, and holding a cane
Signage on a green and yellow wall. The largest sign reads: "THE SHRINKING CORRIDOR. This is a copy of the illusion used in the original Charlie and the Chocolate Factory film. As you walk down the corridor, you appear to get bigger!! Go on, give it a try!!" The sign has a green spiral background and cartoon corn characters on either side. Below it, another sign says: "THIS WAY PLEASE!" with a large white arrow pointing right and another cartoon corn character.
Brightly painted hallway with alternating diagonal green and yellow stripes covering the walls and ceiling. The pattern creates a dizzying, optical illusion effect. There is a light fixture on the ceiling, and at the end of the hallway, a dimmer area with a single exposed bulb and a door or opening is visible.
Brightly colored hallway with a whimsical design. The walls and ceiling are painted yellow with green accents, and the floor features a yellow path with large green circles. There are six light wooden doors on each side of the hallway, each with a round silver doorknob. At the end of the hallway, there is a cartoonish character painted on the wall, wearing a top hat and holding a cane.
nflatable obstacle course section. The image shows large, padded, green and yellow inflatable barriers running horizontally, with a wall at the end featuring alternating vertical black and yellow stripes.
A person using two walking sticks is moving through a narrow, slanted corridor with bold yellow and green stripes on the walls and floor. The lighting is dim, casting shadows.

The Corniest Show on Earth 

We made sure to catch the updated show for 2026. The show area was undercover and had a popcorn food stand in the show area. The show updates were fantastic. One of my favourite parts was when the show hosts formed a band from audience members it was a great way of getting everyone joining in. The show still featured the AI generator machine that could answer any question but this year could also play games during the show there was a game of higher or lower and lots of music and jokes to current pop culture moments like 67. Oh and of course Masie the cow made an appearance during the show as well as Kernel Kernel and Sweetie Corn. It was a fun, light-hearted and interactive 25 minute show.

In terms of access, The seats for the show had no backs as seen in the images below and there was no designated wheelchair space however, plenty of space for wheelchair users and pushchairs to sit at the end of each row. This show was quite noisy and included sound effects and audience participation encouraging people to shout out. There were some mild spot lighting effects. The show area did not close when the show started allowing you to dip in and out of the show as you pleased. A nice little touch was the show hosts showed everyone how to sign cow in BSL.

Colorful carnival-themed entrance display with a circus tent design in green, yellow, and orange. The sign at the center reads "THE CORNIEST SHOW ON EARTH" with images of corn cobs on either side. Below the sign, there are two large corn cobs and circular signs on both sides listing showtimes: "12 pm" and "2 pm." Cartoon birds and clouds decorate the top.
Indoor show venue with rows of yellow and green plastic benches, a stage at the front with a sign reading "Corniest Show," and two screens displaying the word "Next Show." The audience is sparsely seated, mostly towards the front. The venue is under a large tent structure with blue and purple stage lighting.
Popcorn concession stand scene. The image shows a stand with a sign reading "Loaded Popcorn" decorated with images of popcorn buckets. The stand is set up under a tent with green and yellow striped walls
Indoor stage show setup with colorful plastic benches arranged in rows, mostly yellow and green. The stage at the front has a playful, carnival-like design with a large sign reading "THE CORNIEST SHOW ON EARTH" in bright lights, flanked by two screens displaying cartoonish images. the host with a micrphine in the audiance
image of the show hosts being joined by children on the stage all pretending to play different instruments.
image shows the screens on the show both displaying a number 1 with both hosts waving arms to encourage higher or lower with 2 playing cards on the corniest joke generator.
image show masie the cow who is a brown cow with white spots on stage in between the 2 show hosts who are both signing cow in BSL.

Character Meet and Greets

Throughout the day you were able to meet a number of the characters from York Maze at the Cob Cottage located around the corner from The Corniest Show on Earth. As you can see in the image below I’m meeting Kernel Kernel and Sweetie Corn. You can also meet Russell the Crow from the Crowmania Ride. In the image below you can see the times for the meet and greets. The characters also walk around the park throughout the day. This year I even met Kernel Kernel dressed as a dinosaur ranger.

In terms of access, there was a big step up into the meet and greet area however, I’m sure the characters would be able to step down to meet and take pictures if not able to get up the step. When we have been, there was no queue to meet the characters.

Outdoor photo of a person standing between two people in large corn-on-the-cob costumes, under a wooden shelter decorated with sunflowers. The corn characters have big cartoon eyes and smiling mouths; one has a pink bow and pink shoes, the other has a red tongue sticking out. The person in the middle is smiling, wearing glasses, a pinkish t-shirt, black pants, and hiking boots. To the right, a green sign lists meet-and-greet times for "Kernel Kernel & Sweetie Corn" and "Russell Crow."
image of Iona sat on a green throne with a corn backrest posing for a picture next to Kernel Kernel
image of Iona stood next to Kernel Kernel who is dressed in a ranger outfit with brown coat, hat boots and holding a dinsour hatting out an egg in his hand.

COBsleigh Run

The COBsleigh Run is a bobsleigh style ride. In order to go on the COBsleigh Run you must be 0.8 meters tall and only one person is allowed on each cart. The attraction is simple. You pull your cart up the ramp when at the top of the bobsleigh a staff member will help you get in and then send off the bobsleigh. Once at the bottom you put your cart back. I really enjoyed the COBsleigh Run it was a fun attraction for all the family to enjoy.

In terms of access, the COBsleigh Run was ramped to get to the top however, there was two steps in order to exit and enter the COBsleigh Run. The carts have a retractable handle that you use to pull them up the ramp. There were some barriers to walk around near the top of the ramp. There was no specific sensory effects for this attraction however, when people came down the COBsleigh Run it made a loud noise as you can hear in the video below.

Green sign on a wooden fence with "COBSLEIGH RULES" in bold yellow and white letters at the top. The rules listed are: Only one rider per sledge Riders must meet the minimum height marker Hold the black handles at all times when riding No touching other riders/sledges No riding in the sledges outside of the track
Outdoor amusement ride entrance area with wooden fencing, green and yellow signage, and colorful flags. The main sign features a large cartoon corn cob and the word "COBS" in big letters.
Outdoor walkway decorated with green and yellow flags, surrounded by lush greenery and cornfields. There are playful signs featuring cartoon corn cobs, one of which reads, "Feel the rhythm! Get on up, it's time!" Several people are walking along the wooden path
Green plastic sled-like carts lined up on a black rubber mat, surrounded by wooden railings. Each cart has a seat and handles,
Outdoor multi-lane slide attraction with wooden lanes, surrounded by yellow and green flags on tall poles. At the top of the slide, there is a sign with a cartoon corn cob and the text: "Feel the rhythm! Feel the rhyme! Get on up, its cobsled time!" The slide is set in a rural area with trees and fields in the background under a cloudy sky.

Maze of Illusions

The Maze of Illusions was set in the woodland area and had many illusion effects including funny mirrors and lots of things that go funny when you look at them. This maze was fun to explore and a nice outdoors area due to my vision issues I really didn’t get anything out of the sight illusions like seeing things in pictures however, really enjoyed the mirrors.

In terms of access, A lot of the ground in the Maze of Illusions was very uneven due to it being in the woods and tree roots. It was possible to get around with a mobility aid just a little challenging. It was nice and quiet in this maze as well and away from the chaos of some of the other attractions.

Entrance sign for an outdoor attraction called "The Maze of Illusions." The sign is mounted on two wooden posts and features colorful graphics, including a cartoonish triangular maze and playful illustrations. The path beneath the sign leads into a dense, green wooded area
ircular sign with a black-and-white drawing of a clown's face, featuring a pointed hat, round nose, and exaggerated facial features, mounted on a post among thin trees in a wooded area. Below the sign, a green instruction panel reads: "Turn the wheel slowly. What do you see, a circus,"
Woodland path with tall, thin trees and several circular signs featuring spiral or maze-like patterns.
Distorted funhouse mirror in a wooded area. The mirror is tall, rectangular, and framed in dark green, with a wavy surface that bends and twists the reflection of the surrounding trees and ground, creating a playful, warped effect.
Outdoor woodland path with three signs on a wooden fence. The first sign shows a vintage-style illustration of a woman’s face with the heading “THE WOMAN WITH CLOSED EYES.” The second sign displays a black and white optical illusion pattern with text above it. The third sign features an image of a flower.

Corn on The Club Crazy Golf

Located by the exit to the Maze of Illusions is a 9-hole crazy golf course that was all corn themed. During our visit this area was very crowded however, I believe it was because the crazy golf was in quite a small area. We came back later in the day and the queue for golf had gone down a lot so we gave it a go it took about 40 minutes but we did have to queue in between each hole as there were other people having their turn. The crazy golf was fantastic with a range of different obstacles at each hole so something for each ability. The golf club had a corn on the cob themed end that was a really nice theming touch.

In terms of access, The Corn on The Club Crazy Golf was not wheelchair accessible as even though there was a few mats down so you wouldn’t get stuck in the woodland floor there was not enough room between the trees to get a wheelchair around each hole.

Person standing on artificial grass at the start of a Corn on the Club crazy golf hole, preparing to hit a yellow golf ball up a straight green fairway bordered with bright yellow edges, with a simple wooden ramp forming the tee area.
Corn on the Club crazy golf hole winding through dense woodland, with a sharply zigzagging strip of green artificial turf edged in yellow, showing how little space there is between the trees around the hole.

Crowmania Ride

My favourite attraction was the Crowmania Ride. This was a 20 minute tractor ride with lots of water and special effects. The storyline of the Crowmania Ride was that York Maze was being taken over by crows and we had to stop them. Throughout our journey we met a number of actors and animatronics as well as the crowella (the crow women) at the end who we defeated. The ride had so much going on it was brilliant. The host on the tractor ride was great at keeping everyone engaged and telling lots of jokes.

In terms of access, the Crowmania Ride was fully wheelchair accessible meaning you could stay in your chair on the ride. They had an access ramp allowing everyone to be able to get onto the ride. During the ride there is lots of sensory effects and you are warned before the ride starts that it could cause sensory overload. The sensory effects were loud noises, music, fire and smoke effects and lots of water effects that will spray you. I have included a POV below so you know exactly what to expect and can make an informed decision if the Crowmania Ride is suitable for your sensory needs. I am a real sensory seeker when it comes to water so really enjoyed all the water effects however, it was very loud so I recommend ear defenders.

image of people batched into a loading area wating to get on a green trailer.
Entrance to an outdoor attraction called "York Maze CROW-MANIA!" The entrance is marked by a large, colorful sign with cartoon crows and a green background. There is a wooden fence on both sides, decorated with more cartoon crows. A sign on the left warns visitors about loud noises, water splashes, smoke and fire effects, and terrible puns. On the right, a cartoon crow holds a chalkboard sign that says "LAST RIDE @ 5PM! First Ride @ 11:00AM."
WARNING !! This ride can be overwhelming for toddlers and littlies (and dogs !) Don’t just take our word for it, here’s a review from one of our visitors ! “Just wanted to write a review for parents wondering if the tractor ride would be enjoyable for young children. It’s a 20 minute long interactive ride in a tractor trailer with explosions, smoke, loud music and loud sound effects, microphones and speakers, lots of shouting and lots of squirting water. Once you’re on the ride you cannot get off until the end. A family with 2 young children under the age of 3 were on the ride at the same time as me and the poor kids were crying and screaming for 90% of the ride and wanted to get off the ride because it was too scary and intense for them, and the poor parents seemed to regret bringing them on the ride. Please really think about if this ride is appropriate for your small children before taking them on it. The tractor ride itself is very fun and enjoyable to older children and grownups. I just wanted to help out any other parents who are planning a trip”
Accessible boarding ramp for a green amusement park ride. The ramp is made of metal with side railings and leads directly to the ride platform, which is at the same height as the ramp for easy access.
Large blue sign in a wooded area with the title "FARMER TOM'S GUIDE TO: CROW SHOO-ING." The sign gives playful instructions for scaring away crows, suggesting to pull your silliest face and shout "GET LOST" loudly and proudly. There are cartoon crows illustrated on the sign, one inside a target, and another holding a note that says, "there's one more thing that you can try - but it DEFINITELY won't leave anyone dry! (Have a Practice!)"
Outdoor stage scene with a rustic wooden house, a small porch, and a green door decorated with flowers. A person dressed as a scarecrow, wearing a straw hat and blue overalls, stands in the doorway.
Outdoor ride scene in a forested area with green trees and foliage surrounding a group of people seated in green open-air tram or ride vehicle seats. A staff member in a green uniform and yellow cap stands at the front, speaking into a microphone. Water is spraying from a barrel elevated on a pole, creating an arc over the ride vehicle.
Outdoor stage show scene. The image shows an audience seated in green chairs, watching a performance set up inside an open shipping container. On the stage, there is a scarecrow figure dressed in overalls, a robot that resembles a Dalek from Doctor Who, and a person in a glowing, futuristic costume. There are large tubes and pipes connected to the container, giving a science experiment or mad scientist vibe. A sign on the stage reads "FAILED CROWOTYPES." To the right, a person with a microphone appears to be hosting or narrating the show.
Outdoor theme park attraction scene. In the foreground, people are seated, facing a stage-like setup. The stage is designed to look like a quirky laboratory or control station, with various pipes, wires, and machinery. A person in a white lab coat and goggles is performing, possibly acting as a scientist. There is smoke coming from the setup and a burst of flame shooting upward
Indoor stage scene at a children's show. The stage is decorated like a cozy wooden room with various colorful posters, framed pictures, and props such as a fireplace, piano, and desk. There is a large green sign that reads "The Greatest Crow on Earth" above a small red-curtained area. On stage, a person in a black crow costume with a yellow beak stands near the center, while another performer dressed in a striped shirt and top hat stands to the right. Smoke or mist is coming from above the stage,
image if a show set featuring the crow lady talking to the audience

Jurassic Maize

This year we had the chance to go around the Jurassic Maize and it is one not to miss especially if you’re with a dinosaur fan as hidden around the maze was 9 massive dinosaur sculptures of all different types of dinosaur. In the York Maze activity booklet you get at the entrance there is a cool little trail where you can tick off each dinosaur as you find it. Luckily for me there was signs next to each dinosaur explaining what each one is called as I don’t have a clue about dinosaurs. Next to the Jurassic Maize there was a dinosaur show that we managed to catch whilst having lunch.

In terms of access, the paths in the maze were level and easy to navigate around with a wheelchair as the floor was made of compacted soil and dirt. It was nice and quiet in the Jurassic Maize the only additional sensory effect was some Jurassic Park style music when entering the maze. The Jurassic Maize was not big so a great tester before going in the Giant Maize Maze.

entrance to jurassic maize with a stone style entrance artch into the maze you can see the corn maze area through the arch.
image of people gathered in a cercle formation behind a barrier watching a dinosaur show the dinosaur is partly visible.
image of dinosaur statue in the maze hedging looking like its coming out
image of dirt maze path leading to a dinosaur that is part visible through the corn maze.
image of dinosaur information card showing name, photo and facts about the dinosaur. Iona is also holding the dinosaur trail sheet with names of dinosaurs and tick boxes.

Musical Maze

We spent the full day at York Maze this year rather than just a few hours so managed to go around the Musical Maze and it was fantastic. The maze was very similar to the Jurassic Maize but instead of dinosaurs there were lots of musical instruments dotted around that you could play. Making the maze super interactive and engaging. Each of the musical instruments was different creating some nice interactive play experiences.

In terms of access, the floor in the Musical Maze was also made of compacted soil and dirt meaning it was level and suitable for wheelchairs. Due to people playing the musical instruments around the maze there was lots of unexpected bangs and noises in the Musical Maze.

Entrance to the York Maze Musical Maze: a wide, level compacted-soil path leads between tall green corn, under a wooden gateway with a bright sign reading “Musical Maze” decorated with colour
Inside the Musical Maze: a bright yellow metal sunflower with a black centre, mounted at path level among tall corn, acts as an accessible outdoor musical instrument on a firm textured surface.
Another stop in the Musical Maze: a curved row of vertical metal chimes of different lengths stands on a solid textured platform surrounded closely by tall corn
Further along the Musical Maze: a tall silver metal instrument shaped like a lyre, with rounded bars to strike for different notes

Cornflower and Sunflower Fortune Maze

The most aesthetic maze was definitely the Cornflower and Sunflower Fortune Maze. Which is basically a beautiful field with lots of sunflowers and wild flowers that was jam packed with photo opportunities they even had some new photo opportunities added for 2026. Throughout the Cornflower and Sunflower Fortune Maze there was little powder paint pots that you were encouraged to put your finger in and see what sequence of coloured fingers you end up with at the end of the maze as seen in the images below. This was a great sensory element and made what could have just been a bunch of photo opportunities more interactive and enjoyable for children.

In terms of access, the Cornflower and Sunflower Fortune Maze had the same compacted soil and dirt flooring meaning it was level and suitable for wheelchairs. This was really nice as many flower fields are generally not wheelchair accessible. A few of the photo opportunities required you to climb up onto something like sitting on the tractor and some were placed on grass but you could get plenty of Instagram worthy pictures from the path. Towards the end of the maze there is a piano that people can play meaning there was some unexpected noise of piano playing.

entrance arch decorated like a giant sunflower with yellow and orange petals around a circular opening. A dirt path leads through wooden fencing, with a bright green and floral sign on the right that reads “CORNFLOWER FORTUNE MAZE.”
A close-up of wildflowers in a meadow, mainly pink, purple, blue, and white blossoms on tall stems. In the center, a red rectangular sign sticks out of the flowers. It says use a fingure on your right hand. and has a little circular hole with paint in
A hand held out over a wildflower field, with each finger painted a different bright colour
A tall green sign titled “FINGER FUNNIES” Below, a grid of many small white hand icons is laid out in rows and columns, each palm showing a different finger pattern with a number.
wide field of wildflowers In the centre, a tall curved metal pole holds a large watering can tilted downward. From the spout, a long spray-shaped cascade of pink and purple artificial flowers or decorations appears to pour into the field.
wooden hut-like frame standing in a wildflower meadow, with a large heart-shaped cutout in the middle. Iona is standing and smiling in the heart opening

Cornula 1

Thankfully for this year’s visit there was no rain meaning we got to experience the full Cornula 1 show and it did not disappoint! It was a fun comedic show with 4 teams each with a colour during the show, they picked a guest from each of the 4 teams to come and drive the car. The actors in the show were amazing and I was laughing the whole time. There was lots of music, dancing, jokes and one of the actors even went in someone’s bag and started eating their crisps!

In terms of access, the Cornula 1 show watching area was on a pebble floor making it very hard to navigate with a wheelchair but was kind of level just a bit uneven. There was also some grass hills at each side where people can sit to watch the show. The only seating options available are sitting on one of the barriers or the grass hill. The show was popular with people queueing before the show started. If you are chosen to participate in the show in order to get into the car you had to be able to step over the barrier as seen in the images below. With driving the cars there was nothing the guest had to do in order to make the car move so nice and simple for people with cognitive impairments to join in. The show has lots of sensory effects listed below:

  • Water spray
  • Music
  • Lights
  • Loud and unexpected noises
  • Audience participation including screaming and cheering
image of 4 cob thememd racing car lined up at the start line.
Cornula 1 show in progress on a sunny day, viewed from the side of the track. The parallel tracks and colourful barriers run across the foreground, while a large crowd of families watches from sloping grass banks and from long rows of basic bench seating under yellow‑and‑green striped awnings.
Action moment from the Cornula 1 show, taken from the side of the pebbled viewing area. Colourful track barriers cross the scene, and in the middle a performer in an orange outfit stands on a low green platform between the tracks while another performer in a bright pink top is dramatically lifted into the air on a water‑powered jet board, spraying water beneath them

Giant Maize Maze

It was now time for us to go and explore the Giant Maize Maze! This year it was David Attenborough themed as it was his 100th birthday meaning all the questions were themed to animals as well as the maze route made an image of David Attenborough and lots of different animals. Online it said the maze takes around an hour and a half we found it to take us about 40 minutes but if you have slow walkers or little ones could take a lot longer. Inside the activity booklet we got at the entrance there were 2 trails to complete as seen in the images below. There were 6 points in the maze each with a viewing platform and quiz question if you went to the top of the viewing platform there were buttons that played David Attenborough reading out the question. We found the big number on the viewing platform helpful to get around the maze however, there was a map that you can find by scanning the QR code inside the maze. The trail in the activity book revealed a secret word that when you tell a staff member at the end of the maze you are given a sticker that says you completed the maze.

In terms of access, like the other mazes the paths were made of compacted soil and dirt flooring meaning it was level and suitable for wheelchairs. However, when wet the paths can apparently be very muddy. As discussed above, there are 6 viewing platforms in the maze. These are not accessible as up a flight of stairs however, not necessary to complete the maze as there was a sign with each question on at the bottom meaning the quiz questions can all be completed without using the viewing platforms.

Entrance to a corn maze called "York Maze." The entrance is flanked by two cartoon corn characters, one on each side, both smiling and wearing green husks. The large sign above the entrance reads "YORK MAZE" in bold white letters with a yellow outline. On the left side, there is a sign inviting visitors to take on the "Kernels Quiz Trail!" with a quiz question: "Which toy says, 'To infinity and beyond'? You'll find the answer at viewing tower number 1." There is also a QR code and a reminder not to get lost. On the right side, there is a "Kernels Guide to Ground Conditions" explaining that the maze is made from a field of corn and can become muddy when wet. There is a visual indicator for today's ground conditions, and another QR code for help. The path leads straight into the corn maze, with tall green corn plants visible ahead.
Metal platform structure with a large yellow sign shaped like an ear of corn, featuring a bold black and white number "1" in the center. The platform is surrounded by metal mesh railings,
The middle section features "Sweetie's Morse Code Mystery," a challenge to find 7 Morse code stations hidden within the maze. Participants write down the Morse code symbols and use the board at the maze exit to decode the secret word. There are boxes labeled 1 to 7 for Morse and Letter entries.
Cornfield maze with a dirt path curving through tall green corn plants. The sky above is overcast with gray clouds, and the corn plants are lush and healthy, with some tassels visible at the top. The path is clear and well-defined,
A humorous warning sign in a cornfield maze. The sign reads: "Any unattended children will be fed sugary drinks, taught to swear and given a set of cymbals before being returned to their parents." The sign has a green background with cartoon corn characters on the bottom corners.
image of corn maze edged path with a giraffe statue coming out the top of the long grass.
image shows two of the quiz trail on a corn themed back bord with question and the answer to the last one as well as a button to press.
image shows metal staircase with double handrails leading up to a high viewing platform with railings.
image of elephant statue in the long corn grass just of the path of the corn maze

Garden Games

Throughout the York Maze site there are loads of different garden games like bean bag toss and even a bowling game. These were really great little activities to do as a group in between mazes or for the children to burn off some energy whilst the parents have a sit down.

In terms of access, all the games areas could be reached by wheelchair users there were no major rules and the games areas were quiet so you could adapt each of them to meet the needs of the people in your group.

image of bean bag toss game called cornholling with a bord explaining the points system and the been bag toss boards can be seen on the background with been bags scattered around.
image of outdoor bowling style game with 6 stations where you can roll the ball and try get it to stay in the Crows nest.
image of Iona playing the bowling game pushing the ball down the track.

Other attractions and play areas

There was a number of smaller attractions and play areas that deserve a mention however, were not appropriate and/or accessible for me.

  • Utter Cornage water area: The Utter Cornage water area would be great on a hot day it works by turning the wheels that put the water into the bucket that when full dunks the water on the person’s head. The Utter Cornage water area was mostly wheelchair accessible.
  • Cornstruction Zone: Located near the front of the park is a massive construction zone with sand and water play perfect for imaginative play and having a good explore. There were no sensory effects in this area just the water and sand. This area is all on sand so not suitable for many mobility aids however it is surrounded by a grass area.
  • The Volcorno: The Volcano is a massive inflatable volcano climbing wall with a big slide. This attraction was the only one that closed during the heavy rain.
  • Cobstacle Course: The Cobstacle Course was a fully undercover inflatable obstacle course where two people could race.
  • Popcorn Pillow: The Popcorn Pillow was a giant bouncy pillow that was also located undercover. This was a very popular attraction during our visit.
  • Corn Snake Tower Slides: These two massive tunnel slides were also undercover they were slides that you had to go down in a mat. The Corn Snake Tower Slides was up a steep spiral staircase.
  • The Cornwall: Located near the exit of Giant Maize Maze is The Cornwall. This is a small rock climbing wall that you climb across with no harness or helmet required.
Outdoor queue area with a green canopy overhead and wooden railings. A large green sign in the foreground reads "SLIDE ENTRANCE" with a right-pointing arrow, and "VIEWING/PHOTO AREA" with a left-pointing arrow. The sign features a cartoon corn character sitting and smiling. In the background,
Corn Snake Tower Slides
building structure with a slide coming out the front.
Corn Snake Tower Slides
Outdoor play area at a family attraction, with wooden structures, sand, and covered seating areas. There are colorful yellow and green pennant banners strung overhead. A large sign in the foreground reads "THE TERRACE CAFE" with an arrow pointing left, advertising coffee, cakes, sandwiches, salads, and more. Another sign points to a "CONSTRUCTION ZONE" play area.
Cornstruction Zone
Outdoor attraction area with a large green sign in the center reading "The Cornpendium of Mazes." The area is grassy with a few wooden picnic tables scattered around. Along the left side, there is a wooden fence with green informational boards and various character statues on top, including a Viking and other figures. In the background, there are more colorful, cartoon-like character statues,
York Maze history
Outdoor play area with a large yellow and green canopy covering a wooden fenced structure. Inside, there is an inflated bouncy surface called the "Popcorn Pillow," where several children and adults are playing. Signs indicate separate queues for big kids/adults and smaller kids. The ground is grassy outside the fenced area, and there are shoes left near the entrance.
Popcorn Pillow
Outdoor playground area with a small artificial climbing wall. The wall has gray, rock-like holds and is set against a backdrop of green trees. a sign on the climbing wall that reads "CORNWALL" and features a cartoon corn character.
The Cornwall
Outdoor amusement park area with a playful theme. There are large, cartoonish black birds with yellow beaks perched on a wooden structure. Signs read "UTTER CORNAGE!!" and "ANGRY CROWS," suggesting a pun on "utter carnage" and the popular game "Angry Birds." The area is decorated with green and yellow flags
Utter Cornage water area

Cornival & Foam Party 5pm

We ended our visit with the Cornival that featured the York Maze mascots, party dances but best of all a foam party! The Cornival was located on the outdoor stage next to the Utter Cornage water area. The show was brilliant and proper festival vibes I loved the foam party and the staff really got everyone hyped up with all the party dancers. The Cornival happens every day at 5pm but does get very busy so I recommend getting there a little bit early if you want a good view.

In terms of access, The Cornival show area was all fully level and suitable for wheelchairs. However, there were wheelchair spaces and when we arrived the area near the show was busy and nowhere to be able to see from a wheelchair. The area near the stage got very manic during the foam party as expected with lots of children running to the front. The show was loud with music and lights but the foam party was amazing for sensory seekers like me.

image of large crowd gathered by the Cornival stage with a corn themed fome cannon being turned into the crowd.
image of big crowed being cover in foam from the cannon
image of Iona smiling and giving a thumbs up covered in foam.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, I think York Maze is a great family day out. I was genuinely impressed with how permanent and accessible the venue was. There was more than enough that was fully wheelchair accessible to fill your day. There were a few attractions that were not sensory friendly, however that is to be expected with these kinds of attractions. This is our second year going and there was still plenty to do.

We spent the full day at York Maze from open to close and we still didn’t have enough time to get everything on my plan complete so will definitely be keeping it as a yearly tradition.

There was no Changing Places toilet here, however they did have a large disabled toilet. I would love to see them transform it into a Changing Places toilet in the future or even them getting a portable Changing Places toilet like a Mobiloo as you really do need to stay longer than 4 hours. Anyway, that’s all from today’s adventure. I hope you’re all surviving the summer holidays. See you on my next adventure, bye for now.

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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.