Information for the Disabled

The organisers of the 2012 Olympic games are determined to make the Olympic park the most accessible and inclusive ever.

The Olympic Delivery Authority’s (ODA) Inclusive Design Strategy sets out how the Park will be designed and constructed to be inclusive for people of all cultures, faiths and ages, and accessible to disabled people.

Inclusive and accessible designs are at the heart of the planning for all the venues and infrastructure for the Games. Diverse groups from within the local community have been consulted and the strategy has been influenced by the experiences of multi-faith groups, parents, disabled people and Paralympians.

Examples of these designs include wider pathways through the Park with smooth surfaces and seating and resting places at regular intervals. Slopes will have gentle gradients giving all users greater freedom of movement.

Designs also include excellent provision of baby changing facilities and buggy stores alongside a range of accessible toilet and washing facilities.

The same high accessibility standards will be applied during the Olympic and Paralympic Games and after 2012 ensuring that everyone finds the Park welcoming and easy to use.

Paralympic Gold-Medallist, Dame Tanni Grey-Thomson said: ‘Having been a competitor, spectator and commentator at several Olympic and Paralympic Games, I know how important it is that the Park and venues are accessible and easy to use.

‘London 2012 is aiming to go further than any previous Host City to ensure that both the Olympic and Paralympic Games are accessible for everyone. After the Games, world-class sporting venues and the largest and most inclusive park in London will be left to help inspire a new generation of Olympic and Paralympic athletes.’