Wheelchairs  

We regret that wheelchair access and step-free access are not possible within David Parr House itself. Our Studio Space and Shop are partially wheelchair accessible. Please email us at info@davidparrhouse.org to discuss any accessibility queries.

We also offer access to our Virtual platform, where you can navigate the house yourself, browsing over 100 hotspots, photographs and video content. To experience the Virtual David Parr House here platform, book here.  

Children  

Due to the fragile nature of the interior, we cannot admit children under the age of 12. Young people aged 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult. We cannot accept babies on a tour, even in a baby carrier. 

The House and Garden  

David Parr House has small rooms and a steep set of stairs with a single handrail. Tours involve standing in the house for approximately 50 minutes without leaning or touching the walls.   

A small foldaway chair is available for those who might find standing difficult.  

The garden is on one level, mostly grass. It has a narrow concrete path with a flowerbed on one side.  

Studio Space and Shop

The Studio Space and Shop at 184 Gwydir Street has a single step from the pavement to the front path and a further step to the front door. Step-free access can be arranged through the back door.  

Restricted Mobility  

For those with restricted mobility, we offer access to the ground floor of David Parr House and a digital experience of the house in the Studio Space by arrangement.  

There is a step up to the front door of the house and inside there is a step down to the kitchen from which you can access the garden step-free.   

Due to the fragility of the walls, it is not possible to support yourself by learning against or touching the walls.  

If you would like more advice or to talk to someone about your visit, please email info@davidparrhouse.org. 

Parking  

Paid parking is available for four hours in Gwydir Street Car Park, which is about 50m from David Parr House. Payment can be made by the Just Park app.

If you have a Blue Badge your first 3 hours are free. There is one disabled parking bay in this car park. For those with access needs, there is a disabled a car parking space at the rear of the house can be made available by prior arrangement.     

Access from the parking space to the Studio Space is through the rear entrance.   

To find out more or to book a tour requiring any of the above, please email info@davidparrhouse.org.  

Guide Dogs  

Guide and assistance dogs are welcome in the House, Studio Space and Shop.    

Toilets  

There is a disabled WC in the Studio Space.  

Carers  

If you need a registered carer to assist you during your visit, their entry is free of charge.  

Tours for groups with additional needs  

We are keen to accommodate groups with additional needs wherever possible. We have a variety of resources available to help our guides enhance your experience of the house.  

To find out more about a group visit and to discuss your requirements, please email info@davidparrhouse.org.