Accessibility

Access for all

We pride ourselves on offering ‘access for all’. All of our venues provide accessible facilities for disabled customers with a commitment to continuously improving the accessibility both in and around our venues to ensure they meet the needs of our customers.

All of our staff are trained in disability awareness. For customers who require additional accessibility, each venue is equipped with the features listed below:

IFI accredited fitness equipment
Designated free car parking spaces (Public Car Park at The Wave)
Disabled toilets
Family / baby changing
Disabled pool lift, hoist or pod
Large directional signs

For health and safety reasons you must be able to walk up and down the stairs unaided to access the slides at The Wave.

Introducing WelcoMe

We have partnered with WelcoMe to give you the most dignified, discreet and personal method to share your requirements and access needs to enhance your experience, making you feel confident when visiting us.

This is available at:

New! Coventry Transport Museum

Centre AT7

The Alan Higgs Centre

Moat House Leisure and Neighbourhood Centre

The Wave

Coming Soon to Xcel Leisure Centre

How to Use WelcoMe

Below you can find more information in the venue sections and their accessible features.
Click on ‘Plan a visit’. If you don’t have an account, sign up and complete your accessibility profile.
Share your access needs, requirements, and what help you may need.
We will get notified so the team can ensure they are prepared to greet you and have what you need ready.
On the day of the visit, once you are at the venue click on ‘Arrive’. We will get a notification and be with you shortly.

Enjoy your enhanced experience!

Accessibility Facilities

Centre AT7 Facilities:

Meet & Greet
Free disabled parking.
Accessible Toilet
Accessible Changing Rooms
Automatic doors
Baby Change Facilities
Lift (located near Fitness facilities, in the corridor to the right of Pool reception)
Low level counters at the reception.
Pool lift with accessible chair.
Wheelchair Accessible
For families and individuals who have complex needs and disabilities, quiet time sessions are available at both Centre AT7, and The Wave, and are ideal for those who prefer swimming in a calm and relaxed environment.

Want to know what to expect when visiting Centre AT7?

We hope this video will explain how we can assist you when you visit us:

Accessability Room Lift Above Bed at Centre AT7

Accessability Room Bed and Toilet at Centre AT7

Centre AT7 WelcoMe Bookings

The Alan Higgs Centre Facilities

Meet & Greet
Free disabled parking.
No specific assistance needed
Accessible Toilet
Accessible Changing Rooms
Accessible Changing Rooms with hoist
Accessible Toilet with hoist
Baby Change Facilities
Dedicated Seating
Lift
Low Counter
Wheelchair Accessible
IFI accredited fitness equipment
Disabled pool lift, hoist & pod
Assistance dogs are allowed in centre but are not permitted entry poolside. For members wishing to go swimming, or complete a separate activity, assistance dogs can be left at reception where a member of staff will supervise until your return.
For families and individuals who have complex needs and disabilities, quiet time sessions are available at both Centre AT7, and The Wave, and are ideal for those who prefer swimming in a calm and relaxed environment.

Want to know what to expect when visiting The Alan Higgs Centre?

We hope this video will explain how we can assist you when you visit us:

Accessability Room Lift at The Alan Higgs Centre

The Alan Higgs Centre WelcoMe Bookings

For more details about travelling to and getting around the Museum, facilities, quiet times and communication, visit Coventry Transport Museum’s Website:

Find Out More

Coventry Transport Museum WelcoMe Bookings

Want to know what to expect when visiting The Herbert Art Gallery and Museum?

We hope this video will explain how we can assist you when you visit us:

For more details about travelling to and getting around the Museum, facilities, quiet times and communication, visit The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum’s Website:

Find Out More

Moat House Leisure and Neighbourhood Centre Facilities:

Free disabled parking located at the rear of the building.
Level access throughout.
Automatic doors upon entry with an accessibility intercom to reception.
Large directional signs.
Low level counters at the reception and café.
Hearing loop available at reception.
Accessible toilets, with signs in braille.
Accessible changing facilities with shower seat, with signs in braille.
Trained fitness instructors to assist.
IFI accredited fitness equipment – The following equipment is wheelchair accessible:
- Arm bike
- Chest press
- Shoulder press
- Seated row
- Cable pully machines
- Free weights

Want to know what to expect when visiting Moat House Leisure & Neighbourhood Centre?

We hope this video will explain how we can assist you when you visit us:

Moat House Leisure and Neighbourhood Centre WelcoMe Bookings

The Wave Facilities:

Meet & Greet
Free disabled parking located on the right side of the building from the entrance as well as at Salt Lane Car park.
Hearing Loop
Assistance Dog Amenities (Water, others)
Changing Places Toilet (CPT)
Accessible Toilet
Accessible Changing Rooms
Accessible Changing Rooms with hoist
Accessible Toilet with hoist
Automatic doors
Baby Change Facilities
Lift (located both on Lifestyles side before the stairs, to the right, and Waterpark side before stairs up to changing rooms)
Low Counter
No specific assistance needed
Pool Hoist (by Swimming Pool, Spa Pool and the Lazy River in the Waterpark)
Pool Pod
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair Ramp (From The Reef to first floor of The Waterpark)
For families and individuals who have complex needs and disabilities, quiet time sessions are available at both Centre AT7, and The Wave, and are ideal for those who prefer swimming in a calm and relaxed environment.