Sep 24, 2026 | Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, Education Case Study, News
Situated on the University of Exeter’s Streatham Campus, the Sarah Turvill Multifaith Centre provides a dedicated space for students and staff to come together, reflect and practise their faith. Located on Poole Gate Road, the centre has been designed as an open and...
Sep 24, 2026 | Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, News
Located in the heart of Oswestry, the English Walls Public Toilets sit alongside Central Car Park, providing convenient access to the town centre. Oswestry is a historic Shropshire market town close to the Welsh border, known for its lively markets, independent shops,...
Sep 21, 2026 | Case Studies, Company News, Education Case Study, News
The Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre (EHRLC) was established in 1972 to support children with special educational needs. Following the devastating hurricanes of September 2017, the original facility was severely damaged and students were temporarily relocated to...
Sep 21, 2026 | Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, News
Set within the Surrey Hills, Winkworth Arboretum is a National Trust landscape arboretum known for its spectacular seasonal colour, extensive collection of trees and plants, and network of scenic paths and trails. There is plenty for visitors to enjoy throughout the...
Sep 15, 2026 | Accessible Bathroom Case Study, Case Studies, Company News, News
Background The client is an independent wheelchair user with CP Diplegia who is able to use their adapted bathroom without assistance. The client’s existing bathroom had been adapted to support independent use and included a WC, shower with shower chair and an Astor...
Sep 10, 2026 | Company News, News
When we talk about accessible bathrooms, we often focus on what someone can do. Can they transfer independently? Can they reach the controls? Can they stand safely? Can they get in and out of the bath? But there is another question that can be just as important: How...
Sep 3, 2026 | Case Studies, Company News, Education Case Study, News
Client: The Cotswold School Location: Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire Scope: Replacement of an older Astor Bannerman wash basin with a new Astor ABW-CP height-adjustable wash basin, adapting an existing hygiene room to meet changing pupil needs. School...
Aug 25, 2026 | Company News, News
By Karen Hoe OBE: Parent, Carer and Campaigner When adapting a bathroom for someone with muscular dystrophy, one of the main things to consider is this: Needs don’t stay the same. As muscle strength and mobility change over time, the environment must evolve too. What...
Aug 20, 2026 | Accessible Bathroom Case Study, Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, Education Case Study, News
Camp JoJo is an accessible camping charity providing families with children with additional needs the opportunity to enjoy a summer camping and educational experience in an inclusive environment. Based at Nags Head Farm in Cumbria, the accessible campsite has been...
Aug 18, 2026 | Accessible Bathroom Case Study, Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, Education Case Study, News
Building for the Future is creating a new centre designed to provide valuable support, opportunities and accessible facilities for young people and their families. Following a visit to the developing centre, Astor Bannerman was proud to contribute to the project by...
Aug 17, 2026 | Changing Places, Company News, News
Most conversations about accessible travel focus on the destination: is the museum accessible, is the beach accessible, is the theme park accessible. Fewer focus on what happens in between – the motorway services, train stations and transport hubs that make up...
Aug 14, 2026 | Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, News
As one of the UK’s most iconic visitor attractions, Blenheim Palace welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors every year to its UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the magnificent Palace and formal gardens to the extensive parkland estate, it is a destination...
Aug 3, 2026 | Changing Places, Company News, News
Every summer, millions of us head off for a day or couple of days out – a castle, a theme park, a beach, a city break. For disabled people and their families, the decision-making starts weeks before: researching how they get there, whether the venue can actually...
Jul 30, 2026 | Changing Places, Company News, Guides, News
When many people hear the term Changing Places Toilet, they picture someone who uses a wheelchair. While wheelchair users are an important group of users, they are far from the only people who benefit. Changing Places Toilets support a wide range of people with...
Jul 23, 2026 | Changing Places, Company News, Guides, News
When people think about accessible toilets, they often think of a Doc M facility. Doc M toilets play an important role in improving accessibility and are suitable for many disabled people. They are a vital part of inclusive design and are required in a wide range of...
Jul 15, 2026 | Changing Places, Company News, News
Changing Places Toilets are often discussed in terms of legislation and compliance. But their real value goes far beyond meeting requirements. They enable people with profound and multiple disabilities to participate in everyday life – whether that’s visiting a...
Jul 13, 2026 | Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, News
Last week, Astor Bannerman joined the team at Blenheim Palace to officially open its new Changing Places Toilet – a facility designed and equipped to give visitors with profound and multiple disabilities the space, equipment and dignity that a standard...
Jul 6, 2026 | Care Homes, Company News, Guides, News
By Jane Fraser-Hook, Head of Marketing When people think about accessible bathroom design, they often focus on physical accessibility. Can the person transfer safely? Is there enough space for equipment? Is the layout suitable for carers? These are all important...
Jul 1, 2026 | Accessible Bathroom Case Study, Case Management Case Study, Case Studies, Company News, News
When people invest in specialist bathing equipment, they’re investing in something that becomes part of everyday life. Reliability, safety and longevity matter just as much as comfort and accessibility. Recently, one of our team visited a family in the North...
Jul 1, 2026 | Accessible Bathroom Case Study, Case Management Case Study, Case Studies, Company News, News
Project Overview Astor Bannerman was appointed to provide an accessible bathing solution for a wheelchair user moving from long-term foster care into their own adapted home with 24-hour waking care. The client had lived with foster carers for 17 years and had been...
Jun 10, 2026 | Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, News
Clapham Junction railway station is one of the busiest interchange stations in the UK, connecting passengers across London and the South East via National Rail and London Overground services. With extremely high daily footfall and a wide mix of users, the station...
May 29, 2026 | Company News, Guides, News
What is Loler? Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. Its aim is to reduce Health and Safety Risks to people using lifting equipment. It follows the 1994 Manual Handling Regulations which encourage people to use Lifting equipment. LOLER has...
May 27, 2026 | Case Studies, Changing Places, Changing Places Case Study, Company News, News
Located in the heart of Liverpool, Greenbank Sports Academy is a leading inclusive sports and leisure facility, widely recognised for its commitment to providing accessible sport for disabled and non-disabled athletes alike. As part of its ongoing commitment to...
May 21, 2026 | Company News, News
By Jane Fraser-Hook, Head of Marketing When adapting a bathroom to make it accessible for someone living with dementia, the biggest challenges are not just physical. They’re cognitive, sensory, and emotional too. A bathroom can quickly become an overwhelming or...
