Small Venue Accessibility: Essential Tips For Disabled Gig-Goers Enjoying Grassroots Music
Discover practical tips for disabled gig-goers on small venue accessibility, booking tickets, essential kit, food and drink, transport, and reviews.
Temporary Dispatch Pause: Orders Between 29 Sept – 17 Oct
Temporary Dispatch Pause: Orders Between 29 Sept – 17 Oct Key Takeaways Dispatch pause Orders placed after midnight (UK) Sun 28 Sept will be delayed. Resumes Normal dispatch resumes Fri 17 Oct. Reason A mix of warehouse reorganisation and staff leave. What’s still possible Customers can still place orders during this time. Some items may
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Blue Badge Abuse Lands Man in Jail—And Highlights Why Enforcement Matters
“I get infuriated with Blue Badge abuse… “People often say, ‘I’ll only be here a minute,’ like that excuses it. But when someone takes an accessible parking space without needing it, they block someone else’s chance to get on with their day. For disabled people who rely on carers, or who only have a short
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Flo Longhorn: The Queen of the Sensory Curriculum
I recently came across a Facebook post by Joanna Grace sharing the sad news that Flo Longhorn has died. It stopped me in my tracks. Flo was someone who encouraged us in the very early days of Trabasack, offering advice and cheering us on when we needed it most. She also gave us guidance about
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Help Shape the Future of Air Travel for Disabled Passengers – Paid Opportunity £150
Help Redesign the Flying Experience for Disabled Passengers Key Takeaways What: Paid product testing for a new accessible aircraft seat Who: Disabled children and adults with moderate to complex postural needs Where: Queen Elizabeth Foundation, Carshalton, Surrey When: 30 Sept or 1 Oct 2025 Payment: £150 + travel expenses Sign up by: 17 Sept 2025
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The Unmakeable Bed: Why Sales Should Solve Problems
My journey from a welfare rights advisor who “hated salesmen” to a business owner who values an honest sale began with a simple lesson: good sales is about helping, not just selling. This was brought into sharp focus by a customer named “Joan,” who was sold a stylish platform bed she couldn’t physically use. The salesperson failed to consider her needs, leaving her with an impossible-to-make bed and a lot of frustration—a classic case of “flog it and fly.”
In this post, I explore why this happens and how a problem-solving approach benefits everyone. I also share practical solutions for Joan’s dilemma, including innovative zip-on sheets and other gadgets that can make any bed more accessible. Join me as I discuss how we can turn everyday frustrations into opportunities for better design and smarter solutions.
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8 Accessible Products That Help Empower Everyday Life Independently With A Disability
Freelance journalist Emma Purcell, who lives with cerebral palsy and is registered blind, shares her personal recommendations of accessible products that have genuinely transformed her daily life. With lived experience and a passion for inclusive technology, Emma highlights eight tools that support her independence, enhance productivity, and make everyday activities more manageable and enjoyable.
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Petition for Better Motorhome Accessibility
Eddie, a wheelchair user and former design director, is campaigning for simple motorhome accessibility standards — wider doors and lift fittings — to give disabled people equal freedom to travel. Learn why change is overdue and how you can help.
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Longest Reach Nail Clippers
Looking for the longest reach toenail clipper in 2025? The Soulo electric nail trimmer makes toenail care safer and easier with its 18–20 inch curved handle, built-in light, and divoted design that helps guide each nail into place. Designed for disabled people, older adults, and anyone with reduced mobility or grip strength, it’s a practical solution for independent nail care.
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Born a Fighter – Personal Story by Danielle
Born at 25 weeks with cerebral palsy and hearing loss, Danielle shares her journey from survival to love, motherhood, and finding belonging in a world that often overlooks disabled people
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Fred Perry’s Adaptive Shirt Challenges the ‘Disability Tax’ – Here’s Why That Matters
When Fred Perry launched its adaptive polo shirt—priced identically to the original—it raised eyebrows in both the fashion world and the disability community. It’s a rare move in an industry where accessibility often comes with a premium. In this piece, Duncan Edwards—shop manager at Disability Horizons Shop, product designer, and entrepreneur—shares his perspective on
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50% Off Sam Renke Bags – Summer Sale Now On
Sam Bags at only £22! If you’ve ever wanted to carry a bit of boldness and authenticity with you, now’s the moment. For a limited time, every handbag from the Samantha Renke Collection is 50% off at shop.disabilityhorizons.com. These bags aren’t just stylish—they’re practical, cleverly designed, and full of personality, just like the woman behind
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