Wheelchairs users and the visually impaired

Hey, do you guys have difficulties when getting to and from university campus in a taxi?

Hello👋,
The University shuttle bus service provides regular buses, during term time, from The Village to the main academic campus free of charge. This service supports wheel chair access and has priority seating as well.
In terms of through the city, Many Taxis are wheel chair Accessible, you may need to specify when making your booking.
For Visually impaired students, many taxi companies offer assistance with boarding and alighting from the vehicle.
The University of Leicester is committed to providing disabled students with access to its residential, teaching buildings and other facilities.
For detailed information about academic and teaching areas and the social spaces which are accessible to students with mobility difficulties; The accessibility of each building is posted on the AccessAble website.

The University Accessibility Centre can provide more detailed information and Support for individual needs.
follow this link for more information➡️ AccessAbility at University of Leicester.

If you would also like to Experience the University campus and learn more about the available resources you're very welcome to book on to an open day; Book here and you can also get a Discounted Coach travel ticket which you can Claim here.

Maery
Biological Science; physiology and pharmacology

(edited 2 months ago)

Reply 2

oluchix

Hi, thanks so much for replying.The main problems I have is directing the taxi driver on campus to the drop off point near the Attenborough building.Also, because of my sight, I can’t navigate to buildings or see the signs?

Reply 3

University of Leicester

Official Rep

Hello,
I will recommend reaching out to the AccessAbility team
You can contact them by telephone on 0116 252 5002 or by email at [email protected] to make an appointment.
They are better suited to provide you with the support that you require as well as with all options that will benefit you.

Maery
Biological Science; physiology and pharmacology