Access for All
East Lothian is proud to be an inclusive destination, offering a wide range of accessible experiences for visitors of all ages and abilities.
Across the region, you'll find attractions, accommodation providers, food and drink businesses, and activity operators working to ensure everyone can enjoy their visit. Many venues offer features such as step-free access, accessible toilets, designated parking and trained staff who can provide assistance where required.
Visitors can also benefit from inclusive play opportunities for children, as well as several Changing Places toilets across the county, providing larger, fully equipped facilities for people who require additional space and support.
Whether you're planning a day trip, family holiday or longer stay, you'll find a variety of accessible options to help you explore East Lothian with confidence.
experiences
East Lothian offers a fantastic range of accessible experiences for all ages and abilities. From relaxing on golden beaches and trying adaptive watersports to visiting distilleries and enjoying guided tours, there are plenty of ways to explore the region. Whether you want to hire a beach wheelchair, catch a wave or discover something new, you'll find opportunities to get out and make the most of your visit.
visitor attractions
Many of East Lothian's visitor attractions are committed to providing inclusive experiences. Whether you're exploring a historic site, visiting a museum or spending time outdoors, you'll find venues offering features such as accessible entrances, lifts, hearing loops and sensory-friendly spaces.
Accommodation
East Lothian offers a variety of accessible accommodation options to suit different needs and budgets. Choose from welcoming hotels, self-catering properties, guest accommodation and caravan sites, many of which provide accessible bedrooms, level access, hoists or other facilities designed to support a comfortable stay.
Food & drink
Enjoy the flavours of East Lothian with confidence. Whether you're stopping for a coffee in a coastal café or enjoying a meal in a countryside inn, you'll find a range of venues offering features such as step-free dining areas, accessible entrances and accessible toilet facilities.
Resources
Planning ahead can make all the difference to your visit. Whether you’re looking for detailed accessibility information, reviews from other visitors, or guidance on travel and facilities, the resources below can help you plan your time in East Lothian.
AccessAble
AccessAble provides detailed accessibility guides for venues across the UK. Each guide includes practical information, photographs and measurements, helping you determine whether a venue meets your individual needs before you visit.
Euans Guide
Euan’s Guide is a disabled access review website where disabled people, their families and friends can share their experiences and rate places on accessibility. A number of East Lothian businesses feature on the site, providing independent reviews and helpful insights from previous visitors.
