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The York Dungeon

York, North Yorkshire

Stairlifts, a loan wheelchair, an accessible toilet, sensory guidance, ear defenders and free support-assistant admission are published.

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A theatrical scene at The York Dungeon
The historic building uses stairlifts and limits wheelchair entry to one guest per hour. Official York Dungeon image

Jarvis Access status

Red — serious concerns

Independent assessment

Electric-wheelchair exclusion, one-wheelchair-per-hour capacity and unaided stairlift transfers create serious barriers.

Why this rating

A loan wheelchair, stairlifts, sensory resources, an accessible toilet and free support-assistant admission are available. The historic building cannot admit electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters, admits only one wheelchair user each hour and requires unaided transfer onto stairlift seats with a 120kg limit.

Assessed 1 Sep 2026 Evidence source
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  • GreenNo significant accessibility concerns identified in the information reviewed.
  • AmberSome concerns or limitations need to be considered when planning.
  • RedSerious concerns or substantial barriers have been identified.

The status is an independent planning aid based on the evidence available when assessed. It is not a guarantee that every visitor will have the same experience or a legal finding about the venue.

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What to know before you go

Electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be admitted. Only one wheelchair user is accommodated per hour, and the guest must transfer unaided to stairlift seats with a 120kg limit. Tight angles, uneven floors, darkness and strong sensory effects are part of the tour.

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