X Log In Home Our Carriages   Luggage Van   Millpool   TPO   Mevy   Harvey Prices+Booking Explore   St Germans   Hayle   Cornwall Environmental   Transport   Carbon Offset   Daytrips   Gardens   Woods   Blog Children Pets About   Contact   Legal Stuff   Accessibility   Awards   Media   FAQ's   News Links


Railholiday Accessibility Guide

For those with mobility problems, our fully accessible coach Millpool would be our top recommendation. However the Travelling Post Office is also suitable as it has a ramp up to the door with step free access and a wide doorway. Should you need additional aids we can also provide a toilet seat support frame and a stool for the bathroom. Mevy has a steeper ramp and a step into the carriage.

Please be aware that railway carriages are confined spaces and we have to work within that. If you are particularly tall, then you may find our carriages unsuitable, as there will be places the ceilings are low and the beds are only a standard double long, often with no space to extend the legs.

Mevy is best for allergy sufferers; all our coaches have allergy free matresses and bedding, but Mevy is also pet free. We have a step for the bath if you need it. We can provide a deaf smoke alarm and alarm clock on request. (Please give three weeks notice if staying in Harvey, as this is held at our St Germans site.)

Please let us know if you would rather have soya milk, dairy free or gluten free choices in your welcome pack, as this can be arranged. If there is anything else you need that is not listed, do please ask and we'll do our best to provide.

In Cornwall and Devon we have an excellent Countryside Mobility Scheme providing safe, enjoyable and easy access to the South West's countryside and visitor attractions for anyone who has difficulty walking, through an off road mobility scooter hire scheme. The closest schemes to St Germans are Siblyback Lake and Lanyhydrock, the closest to Hayle is at St Michael’s Mount.

For specific carriages, please click on the images below.

Pre Arrival Information - St Germans

The nearest train station is beside the carriages. Access to platform one, for down-bound trains into Cornwall, is across a footbridge, or a quarter of a mile along the road, with pavement for much of the way. Trains run to and from London, Exeter, Plymouth, and Penzance along the Cornish mainline. Trains are equipped with ramps, and the operator is Great Western Railway; Tel: 0345 7000 125 (usually open 07:00 to 22:00 daily). For assisted travel call; 0800 197 1329 or using type talk on 18001 0800 197 1329

Key Collection, Welcome and Car Parking

Laundry/Utility/Games Room


The Old Luggage Van Accessibility Guide

Entrance to property

Halls, Stairs, Landing and Passageways

Sitting Room/Lounge/Dining Room

Kitchen

Bedroom

Shower-room and Toilet

Garden

Back to TOP


The Travelling Post Office Accessibility Guide

Entrance to property


Halls, Stairs, Landing and Passageways

Sitting Room/Lounge/Dining Room

Kitchen

Bedrooms and Sleeping Areas

Bathrooms, Shower-rooms and Toilets

Garden

Additional Information

  • A smoke alarm for the deaf can be provided on request.
  • A mobility scooter is also available on request.
  • Dogs are welcome for an additional cost. Guide dogs are free.
  • Many of the carriage’s original features have been retained and restoration has been sympathetic towards original and authentic specifications.
  • The mobile phone reception in the area is good.
  • The nearest A&E unit is 10 miles away at Liskeard Hospital. The nearest doctor’s surgery is a few minutes walk away, the nearest vets is 8 miles. Additional information and phone numbers are available in the welcome book.
  • There is comprehensive information of local attractions, restaurants and events in the carriage, as well as on our website.
  • Back to TOP


    Mevy Accessibility Guide

    Mevy GWR Slipcoach Floorplan

    Outside - Garden Entrance and Deck

    Entrance to Mevy

    Hallway/Kitchen

    Hallway/Passageways

    Bathroom

    Double bedroom

    Bunkroom

    Back to TOP


    Millpool Accessibility Guide

    Arrival and Outside

    Lobby and Kitchen

    Lounge/Diner

    Bedroom

    Wetroom

    Back to TOP


    Pre Arrival Information - Hayle

    Key Collection, Welcome and Car Parking


    Harvey Accessibility Guide

    Entrance to property

    Halls, Stairs, Landing and Passageways

    Sitting Room/Lounge/Dining Room/bunk room

    Kitchen

    Double Bedrooms

    Shower Room and Toilet - East End

    Shower Room and Toilet - West End

    Garden

    Playhouse Bird Hide

    Shops

    Back to TOP

    Contact Railholiday by email at office@railholiday.co.uk or by phone on (+44) 01503 230783.  ©