River of Light Accessibility Guide

We want River of Light to be accessible for all 

River of Light is set to illuminate the waterfront across 10 nights from Friday 25 October to Sunday 3 November. The installations will include a mix of brand new, never-before-seen commissions as well as existing artworks which haven’t been on display in the city before.

 

Travelling to Liverpool

Travelling to Liverpool is accessible and straightforward, with direct train routes to Liverpool Lime Street and a diverse mix of destinations coming directly into Liverpool John Lennon Airport. Additionally, Liverpool City Region is well-connected to the UK motorway network, with various motorways leading you directly into the City Centre.

Travel Information

Where to Stay

Liverpool prides itself on its vast choice of accommodation – from luxury big brands to independent hotels and quirky BnB’s – you can rest easy when you come to this city. And the majority of the accommodation in Liverpool and the city region provide great accessibility features. Below is just a snapshot of some of the hotels and the amount of accessible rooms that they have in their property. 

*Partially accessible rooms have no walk in shower facility but have a bath with rails instead.

4* accessible accommodation

3* accessible accommodation

Revitalise Sandpipers

In addition to the above there are various hotels in the city region which equally provide excellent accessibility features. Just one example is Revitalise Sandpipers. This unique property offers full board accommodation on the shores of Southport Marine Lake. All rooms are fully accessible and have en-suite facilities with wheel-in showers. There are also two separate bathrooms for assisted bathing with hoists and bariatric equipment, and Arjo baths. For more information on Revitalise Sandpipers, please visit their website.

 

Changing Places Toilet Facilities

Changing places toilet facilities are available at the below locations

  • World Museum - William Brown Street L3 8EN
  • Museum of Liverpool - Mann Island L3 1DG
  • Everyman Theatre - Hope Street L1 9BH
  • Liverpool ONE - Wall Street L1 8JQ
  • Maritime Museum - Royal Albert Dock L3 4AQ
  • Tate Liverpool - Albert Dock L3 4BB

For more information on Changes Places toilet facilities in Liverpool and specific opening times, please visit their website.

River of Light 2023 Artwork Map