Accessible toilets across the UK
Wheelchair access, grab rails, RADAR key and Changing Places
Where To Wee's accessible-toilet directory lists every wheelchair-accessible loo our community has confirmed across the UK. Each listing flags grab rails, RADAR-key requirements, and (where available) Changing Places features like a ceiling hoist and adult-sized changing bench. We carry council-verified facilities, partner-imported datasets, and community confirmations — so you can see at a glance how trusted the accessibility info is.
Accessible toilets by UK city
Tap a city to see every toilets matching this filter, with accessibility info, ratings and walking-distance directions.
Bristol
Edinburgh
Glasgow
Brighton
Leeds
Aberdeen
Oxford
York
Sheffield
Birmingham
Manchester
Portsmouth
London
Milton Keynes
Cambridge
Liverpool
Bradford
Bath
Bournemouth
Belfast
Coventry
Nottingham
Newcastle upon Tyne
Reading
Swansea
Cardiff
Leicester
Southampton
Dundee
Exeter
What "accessible toilet" actually means
In the UK, an "accessible toilet" typically refers to a wheelchair-accessible cubicle that meets the BS 8300 standard: step-free access, adequate turning space (1.5m diameter), grab rails on at least one side of the WC, a low-level basin, and an emergency pull cord that reaches the floor. A "Changing Places toilet" is a step beyond — these have a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, a ceiling hoist, more floor space, and a privacy screen. They're essential for people with profound and multiple disabilities. There are only around 1,700 Changing Places in the UK (vs ~250,000 people who need them), so finding one matters. Where To Wee tags them explicitly on the toilet detail page.
RADAR key & the National Key Scheme
A single RADAR key (the National Key Scheme) unlocks more than 10,000 accessible toilets across the UK — in shopping centres, train stations, motorway services, council buildings and more. Listings tagged "RADAR key required" need your key to enter. If you're eligible (anyone with a disability or long-term illness that requires an accessible toilet), a genuine key is around £5 from Disability Rights UK. See our full RADAR Key guide for who can buy one, where to get a genuine key, and how the scheme works.
How we keep accessibility data trustworthy
Inaccurate accessibility info isn't just inconvenient — it can ruin someone's day. Each listing on Where To Wee carries a verification badge: • Council verified — imported from a local authority or trusted partner dataset. • Community verified — confirmed by three or more users (or admin-flagged). • Recently confirmed — visited and confirmed by the community in the last 30 days. We also surface a 0-100 confidence score that aggregates upstream verification, community confirmations, freshness and ratings. Toilets nobody has confirmed yet show a "Help us verify this loo" prompt instead — so you always know what you're looking at.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find accessible toilets near me in the UK?
Open the Where To Wee map and apply the "Accessible" filter, or browse our city directory below. Every wheelchair-accessible toilet shows grab-rail info, RADAR-key requirements, and where available Changing Places tags.
What is the difference between an accessible toilet and a Changing Places?
A standard accessible toilet is wheelchair-accessible with grab rails. A Changing Places toilet adds a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, a ceiling hoist, and more floor space. Changing Places facilities are essential for people with profound disabilities and there are fewer of them — about 1,700 across the UK.
Do I need a RADAR key to use accessible toilets?
Many accessible toilets are unlocked (typically in shopping centres, supermarkets and restaurants). Others — usually unattended public conveniences and high-traffic facilities — require a RADAR key. Where To Wee flags every RADAR-locked listing so you know before you go.
Where can I buy a RADAR key?
A genuine RADAR key is around £5 from Disability Rights UK, who administer the scheme. They're also widely available from major pharmacies and disability-focused retailers. See our RADAR Key guide for details and to avoid counterfeit keys.
How can I report a broken or inaccessible toilet?
Tap "Report" on the toilet detail page in our app. Your report contributes to the confidence score and helps the next visitor know what to expect. Council-verified toilets also get re-checked periodically by our team.