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Changing Places Toilet: Royal Surrey County Hospital
Located on Egerton Road in Guildford, Surrey, Royal Surrey County Hospital provides a wide range of healthcare services to patients across the region. As a busy hospital, it welcomes patients, visitors and their families who may need to spend extended periods on site...
Changing Places Toilet: Southwood Country Park
Southwood Country Park is a 57-hectare area of natural green space in Farnborough, Hampshire. With around 5 km of circular paths, a café, playground and field centre, the park offers visitors a place to enjoy the outdoors, explore local wildlife and spend time with...
Creating a Family Home with Specialist Bathing in Essex
When a family in Essex decided to rebuild their home, they had a clear vision: to create a space that would meet their son’s needs while still feeling like a comfortable, welcoming family home. The original property was completely demolished and rebuilt from the...
What Should a Hygiene Room in a School Include?
For pupils with complex disabilities, having access to a suitable hygiene room can make a significant difference to their comfort, dignity and ability to participate fully in school life. A hygiene room needs to be more than simply an accessible toilet. It should...
Changing Places Toilet: University of Exeter – Sarah Turvill Multifaith Centre
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...
Changing Places Toilet: Oswestry Public Toilets
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,...
Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, British Virgin Islands – Specialist Hoists & Accessible Wash Basin Installation
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...
Changing Places Toilet: Winkworth Arboretum
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...
A Tailored Bathing Solution with the Compact Plus
The client lives in a bungalow with an adapted bathroom designed to support their personal care needs. At over six feet tall, with mobility expected to change over time, it was important to identify a bathing solution that would provide the right level of support now...
Restoring Independence with an ABW6SP Height-Adjustable Wash Basin
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 Bannerman...
How Much Effort Does Using an Accessible Bathroom Really Require?
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...
The Cotswold School, Bourton-on-the-Water – Astor ABW Wash Basin Upgrade
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. The Cotswold...
Bathroom Adaptations & Muscular Dystrophy: Designing for Change
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...
Ceiling Hoists Making Camping Accessible At Camp JoJo
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...
Astor Bannerman Supports Building for the Future with Donation of Two Astor Mobile Changing Tables
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...
Changing Places Toilets on the Move: Motorway Services, Ferry Terminals, Bus and Train Stations and Transport Hubs
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 the...
Changing Places Toilet: Blenheim Palace
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 enjoyed by...
What Makes a UK Summer Trip Truly Accessible?
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...
Hidden Disabilities and Changing Places Toilets: Who Are These Facilities Really For?
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...
Why an Accessible Doc M Toilet Isn’t Always Enough
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...
The Real Impact of Changing Places Toilets: Beyond Compliance
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...
A Place for Tamsin: How a family’s campaign helped bring a Changing Places Toilet to Blenheim Palace
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 accessible...
Why Colour Matters in Dementia-Friendly Bathrooms
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...
Built to Last: A 25 Year Old Bath Still Supporting a Family Every Day
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 East who...
Accessible Bathroom Adaptation for Independent Living
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 using an Astor...
Changing Places Toilet: Clapham Junction Station
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...
What is LOLER? A simple guide to lifting equipment regulations
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 been prepared...
Changing Places Toilet: Greenbank Sports Academy
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...
Bathroom Adaptations & Dementia: Designing Spaces That Feel Safe, Familiar, and Calming
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...
Changing Places Toilet: Portishead Open Air Pool
Located on the North Somerset coastline overlooking the Bristol Channel, Portishead Open Air Pool & Café Lido is one of the South West’s best-loved outdoor swimming destinations. Originally opened in 1962, the community-run lido combines heated outdoor swimming,...
Changing Places: Amelia Trust Farm, Barry
Located within 160 acres of countryside in the Vale of Glamorgan, The Amelia Trust Farm is a unique care farm and visitor attraction supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable people across South Wales. Based just outside Barry and within easy reach of Cardiff, the farm...
Changing Places Toilet: Ron Cooke Hub, University of York
Located on the University of York’s Campus East, the Ron Cooke Hub is one of the university’s most recognisable and multi-functional buildings. Positioned alongside the lake at the centre of campus, the building acts as a hub for teaching, collaboration, research,...
Changing Places Toilet: Green Street Public Toilets, Truro
Situated in the heart of Truro city centre, the Green Street Public Toilets provide an important accessible facility for both residents and visitors exploring Cornwall’s capital. Located close to Truro Cathedral, Lemon Quay, local shops, cafes and public transport...
Changing Places Toilet: The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford.
The Princess Royal Hospital in Telford is a key acute hospital serving communities across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. Operated by the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, the site plays a vital role in delivering urgent and planned care across the region. In...
Changing Places Toilet: Corn Market, Worcester
Located in the heart of Worcester’s historic city centre, the Corn Market is a well known public space surrounded by shops, cafes and key visitor attractions. Positioned just a short distance from Worcester Cathedral and the city’s main shopping areas, it sees a high...
Kiva Bath Installation & Wet Room Adaptation – Maidstone, Kent
A specialist bathroom adaptation in Maidstone has transformed bath time for Vinnie, providing greater comfort, improved safety, and a more therapeutic experience at home. Vinnie, a teenager with complex needs, was previously using a wet room with a standard shower....
Bathing & Epilepsy: Why There Is No ‘One-Size-Fits-All’ Solution
By Helen Evans, Senior Marketing Executive When specifying bathroom equipment for someone with epilepsy, it can be tempting to look for a “safest” bath design. But the reality is more complex. Following recent epilepsy awareness training, our team has been reflecting...
St Paul’s Cathedral: Integrating a Fully Compliant Changing Places Toilet Within a Grade I Listed Landmark
From Royal weddings to national services and daily worship, St Paul’s Cathedral remains one of the UK’s most iconic and historically significant buildings. The delivery of a Changing Places Toilet (CPT) at St Paul’s Cathedral marks a significant step forward in...
Paddington Academy, London – Hygiene Room Installation & Refurbishment
Client: Paddington Academy (United Learning Trust)Location: LondonScope: Full refurbishment of existing student changing/shower facilities and installation of a complete hygiene room, including ceiling track hoist and specialist equipment. Paddington Academy is a...
Rethinking Waste: A Data-Driven Approach to Sustainability
By Chris Cooper, HSE & Facilities Coordinator at Astor Bannerman Managing waste responsibly is a fundamental part of operating any manufacturing or engineering environment. At Astor Bannerman, ensuring that waste is handled safely and compliantly has always been a...
Ceiling Hoist Installation at Vine Court, University of Liverpool
Project: Accessible Toilet Hoist InstallationClient: University of LiverpoolLocation: Vine Court Halls of Residence, LiverpoolScope: Installation of two Astor OT200 Ceiling Track Hoists within accessible toilets located in residential social areas across two floors...
Oak Beck House Respite Centre, Harrogate – Integrated Ceiling Track Hoist Systems
Client: Oak Beck House Respite CentreLocation: Harrogate, North YorkshireScope: Installation of multiple ceiling track hoists across key living spaces, including gated systems and a fully equipped hygiene room Oak Beck House is a specialist respite centre located near...
Changing Places: Tower of London, London
The Tower of London is one of the UK’s most recognisable historic landmarks, welcoming visitors from around the world to explore nearly 1,000 years of history. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, introducing modern accessibility features requires careful planning....
Case Study: Crofton Springs Care Home, Cheltenham
Crofton Springs Care Home in Cheltenham is a recently built care home operated by HC-One, designed to provide residential and dementia care for older people in a comfortable, supportive environment. The home has been thoughtfully designed to feel welcoming and...
Springwater School (SEND), Harrogate – Multi-Room Ceiling Track Hoist Installation
Client: Springwater AcademyLocation: Harrogate, North YorkshireScope: Installation of 7 ceiling track hoists across classrooms and care spaces, including XY systems and gated transfers between classrooms and a medical & a hygiene room. Springwater School is a...
OT Insight: What My Placement with Astor Bannerman Taught Me About Supporting Safe, Meaningful Bathing
By Miriam Cowling, Final Year Occupational Therapy Student When I arrived at Astor Bannerman for my final-year University of Gloucestershire occupational therapy placement, a discussion with a sales director about times in which disabled customers had been unable to...
Changing Places: Odeon Luxe – Cabot Circus, Bristol
The brand new Odeon Luxe cinema at Cabot Circus, Bristol, opened February 12 2026, bringing a modern, high-comfort film-going experience to the city’s premier shopping and leisure destination. Replacing the former Showcase Cinema de Lux, the Odeon Luxe boasts eight...
Why Registering a Changing Places Toilet Matters
By Hope Gordon, Changing Places Project Co-ordinator at Astor Bannerman Across the UK, we’re seeing more organisations recognise the importance of installing a Changing Places toilet. Shopping centres, transport hubs, visitor attractions and public venues are...
Choosing the Right Changing Table for Schools (SEND)
A Practical Guide to Hygiene Room Equipment for SEND Provision Across the UK, schools and academy trusts are reviewing their facilities following announcements from the Department for Education around school rebuilding and wider education estates reform. Alongside...
Education Estates Strategy 2026: The Future of School Buildings in England
In February 2026, the Department for Education published its Education Estates Strategy – a 10-year plan to improve school and college buildings across England. With more than 22,000 schools and colleges and around 70,000 buildings, the strategy aims to address ageing...