Once Brewed Access Statement

1. Introduction

Our centre is situated in the southern area of Northumberland National Park and also in the centre of a World Heritage Site - on Hadrian's Wall. The area offers superb views and tranquility and is steeped in history. The National Park was designated as such for its spectacular and dramatic expanses of countryside and its wealth of nationally and internationally important wildlife and cultural heritage.

2. Pre-arrival information

The Once Brewed Centre is open daily from the 1st April - 31st October 9.30-17.00 and from November - March weekends only 10.00-15.00.
Telephone 01434 344396;
Email tic.oncebrewed@nnpa.org.uk

Arrival by Car
The centre is situated on the B6318 15 miles west of Hexham. A dedicated accessible parking bay is available within 15 metres of the centre entrance.
If travelling from the A1, turn off at Newcastle onto the A69 (Carlisle) and follow brown tourist signs for Hadrian's Wall, this will take approximately 45mins.
From the M6 exit at Junction 44 (travelling south) and Junction 43 (travelling north) and join the A69 and follow brown tourist signs for Hadrian's Wall.

By Air
The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport. Situated on the A696 north of Newcastle.
Telephone 0870 122 1484
www.newcastleairport.com

Hire Car
Avis car rental operates from Newcastle Airport.
Booking enquiries telephone 0844 581 0147

By Train
Main line stations are located at Newcastle (east coast line) and Carlisle (west coast). The Tyne Valley Line operates between Newcastle and Carlisle with stops at a number of stations along the line, (Haltwhistle and Bardon Mill being nearest to Once Brewed.) (See Hadrian's Wall Bus for operating times to Once Brewed).

For rail enquiries telephone 08457 484950
www.travelineuk.org.uk
If alighting at Hexham Station from the west the only access from the station is over a bridge therefore those with disabilities may require assistance across the line, please contact National Rail Assistance on 08456 008008 and give 24 hrs notice, the station has personnel on duty during the following hours Mon - Fri 07.15-17.30; Sat 08.15-14.30 and no staff on Sundays.

Hadrian's Wall Bus AD122
Service operates between Newcastle and Carlisle. For further information please Hadrian's Wall Information Line telephone 01434 322002 or www.hadrians-wall.org.
You can pick up the bus at either Newcastle or Carlisle or at other rail stations between Hexham and Haltwhistle.
For a larger print version please ask when enquiring at the information line.

By Bus
Arriva 685 service operates daily along A69 between Newcastle and Carlisle which also co-ordinate with train timetable. For a leaflet please telephone 01434 322002 or 0871 2002233 (large print version available).
The 681 and 185 bus service operates Monday to Saturday Once Brewed to Housesteads car park
Bus picks up at the crossroads outside the Once Brewed Centre.

Taxis
Haltwhistle
Sprouls 01434 321064 /07712 321064 - no wheelchair access
Turnbulls 01434 320105 /07825 004901 - no wheelchair access
The Doors 01434 322556 /07867 668574 - no wheelchair access

Haydon Bridge
Taxis 01434 688808 - can take foldaway (collapsible) wheelchairs

Carlisle
Radio Cars 01228 527575 - can take wheelchair
City Taxis 01228 520000 - can take wheelchair
Border Cabs 01228 534440 - can take wheelchair
Brampton cars 016977 3386 - no wheelchair access
Airbus 2000 016977 3735 - can take wheelchairs

Hexham
Bateys 01434 602500 - mini bus 8 seater
Hexham Taxis 01434 609955 - no wheelchair access
24 Hour 01434 606464 - can take wheelchair
Julies 01434 600005 - no wheelchair access

Attractions

Chesters Roman Fort – NE46 4EU. 01434 681379.
www.english-heritage.org.uk

The best visible remains of a Roman cavalry fort in Britain with military bath house and a museum housing the extensive Clayton collection of Roman finds.
Situated a ¼ mile from Chollerford on B6318 and 5 ½ miles from Hexham. AD122 bus service operates April – October and the Tyne Valley service 880/2 stops at Chollerford.
Companion recommended as there are a number of low walls. Disabled toilets are available. Access to remains is via impacted gravel path. Short grass around the fort and the Bath house reached via steep slope and steps. Museum accessed via flagstones and ramps. Parking is 15m from entrance with spaces for disabled drivers, a wide ramp to admission point. For the visual impaired visitor there are sculptures to touch in the museum.
Facilities: cafe (not operated by English Heritage) disabled toilets, parking, museum and shop and education facilities.

Housesteads Roman Fort and Museum - NE47 6NN 01434 344363
www.english-heritage.org.uk

The most complete Roman fort in Britain with spectacular views. You can see Granaries, barracks, hospital and ingenious latrines.
Situated on the B6318 the site is 8 miles west of Chollerford, 29 miles east of Carlisle and 4 miles northwest of Bardon Mill. The AD122 runs between Carlisle and Newcastle feeding into the local train stations for operating times please telephone Hadrian’s Wall Information Line 01434 322002 or 01434 344396.
Parking is in the car park next to the National Trust Information Centre, disabled parking bays available. There is a steep climb up to the fort over uneven ground and visitors with disabilities should contact the site before visiting. There are toilets and a small kiosk for snacks next to the car park and a shop within the information centre and there are picnic tables available.

Vindolanda - NE47 7JN 01434 344277
www.vindolanda.com

Classic fort and civilian remains plus full scale replicas, there are also ancient writing tablets packed with personal details and you can watch live excavations during the summer. Collections of leathers, textiles, pottery and wooden objects can also be seen. The car park is free to paying visitors and there is a cafe offering light lunches and snacks. The shop offers souvenirs, books and gifts relating to Vindolanda. The site lies 1.5 miles from Bardon Mill, 13 miles from Hexham and 35 miles from Carlisle. The 685/85 bus service stops at Bardon Mill (nearest stop) and connects with the AD122 bus service. If travelling by car from A69 follow signs for Vindolanda and can also be accessed from B6318 also following signs for Vindolanda. Nearest rail station is Bardon Mill and connects with the AD122 bus. For further enquiries regarding travel telephone Hadrian's Wall Information Line 01434 322002 or 01434 344396.

Roman Army Museum - CA8 7JB 016977 47485
www.vindolanda.com

Treasures from nearby Vindolanda plus replicas can be seen here and visitors can watch the 'Eagles Eye' film for a reconstructed aerial view of Hadrian's Wall. The site can be accessed from the A69 following signs for Roman Army Museum (nearest village is Greenhead), 3/4 mile from Greenhead, 3 miles from Haltwhistle, 20 miles from Hexham, 42 miles from Newcastle and 28 miles from Carlisle. The nearest rail station is Haltwhistle which connects to the Newcastle - Carlisle. The 685/85 bus service operates between Carlisle and Newcastle and the nearest stop is Greenhead or connect to the AD122 bus at Hexham or Haltwhistle. For further travel enquires telephone 01434 322002 and 01434 344396.
The site is fully accessible with parking, toilets, light snacks, shop and picnic tables. For opening times please contact site.

3. Booking arrangements

We can book accommodation either in person at the centre.

4. Arrival and car parking

The car park at Once Brewed can accommodate up to approx 60 vehicles plus a dedicated parking for disabled which is about 15 metres from the front entrance. The path leading to the centre is flat and paved.

5. On site

There is car parking for up to about 60 vehicles with designated parking for visitors with mobility issues. The area here is tarmac and marked out while the remainder of the car park is pebbled. The area outside the centre is paved and to the right there is picnic tables including one for wheelchair access with umbrellas to shade from the sun and a sensory garden. The door to the centre opens out over (during the summer it is usually open all the time) and access is level throughout. Once in the centre the reception desk is straight ahead and staff are on hand to assist. There is an induction loop at the desk and visitors with hearing difficulties should turn their hearing aid to the T position. There is also a low level area with wheelchair access. The retail area is small but accessible but should anyone have any difficulties staff are on hand to assist at any time. Seating is available through out the centre and consists of low level couches and more sturdy higher chairs plus tiny stools for tots. The centre is carpeted throughout with supercord which for a wheelchair user is very maneuverable. The toilets are accessed through the centre with the door opening inwards. Once through the accessable toilet is straight ahead which also incorporates a baby changing unit for families. The toilets can be accessed from the courtyard when the centre is closed by a door to the left of the entrance, this door opens outwards. Assistance dogs are welcome in the centre.
There is a car parking charge of £3 per day and is transferable to other National Park car parks (apart from Housesteads) and the money goes to maintenance and upkeep of the National Park. Water bowl for dogs are available next to entrance door.

6. Future plans

• Improved signage
• Large print versions of printed material
• Visitor paper on audio cassette
• Look at layout constructively
• Look at accessible audit

7. Contact details

National Park/Tourist Information Centre Once Brewed
Military Road
Bardon Mill
Northumberland
NE47 7AN

Telephone: 01434 611528/01434 344396
Minicom: N/A
Fax: N/A
Email: alison.blair@nnpa.org.uk

We welcome your feedback to help us continually improve our service and facilities. If you have any comments please contact us using the contact details above.