SHOPPING - FACILITIES FOR THE DISABLED

Most shops in Newtonmore present few or minor difficulties for the disabled - shops are listed below, with a summary for each of any problems and/or special arrangements : problems are shown in red

Main Supply - small step at door  - door has automatic closer - plenty of room inside - ok for visually impaired

Co-op - now revamped and extended, so that disabled access is now possible throughout the shop, but the aisles are far too often blocked by special offer bins and clutter. The door is normally left open and there is no step. If the door is closed, there is a bell outside to ring for assistance.

Craft Centre - no step, easy door, access to all of the shop despite being well stocked - ok problems for those with visual impairment - staff always willing to help with any items that may be out of reach. Access through to the cafe and gallery sections directly from the main shop is by three steps due to height differences, but there is an alternative access via the side of the shop to a back door with ramped access. The cafe has lots of room and the gallery is fully accessible

Fruit Shop - no step, easy door, good space inside for chairs - all of the shop accessible.

Gallery - see craft centre

Post Office - step at door, tight entrance, so assistance probably needed, but ok inside, though limited space - ok for visually impaired.

Tuck Shop - door has automatic closer, but staff will always help - sufficient room to reach counter, and staff will always accommodate wheelchairs for seating at tables when required.

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