Accessibility

We want to make sure we continue to offer an excellent experience for all visitors with additional needs .

We are proud of our accessibility provision at Shetland Museum and Archives, and we want to make sure we continue to offer an excellent experience for all visitors with additional needs. If you have any specific needs and support during your visit you are welcome to get in touch with our team in advance. You can find our floor plans at the link below.

Find out more about our approach to Equality, Inclusion and Diversity here.

Wheelchair Users

Our main entrance is fully accessible with a ramp and large automatic door suitable for Wheel Chairs. We have implemented a one way sytem in the building meaning that we are using a separate exit which is not wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair users will us the main entrance door and ramp to exit and should ask staff for assistance to ensure social distancing can be maintained.

We have a limited supply of wheelchairs available to borrow at the main entrance. These chairs are fully cleaned after each user. We have accessible toilets on the ground and first floor. We also have lift access between floors. Lift access is current only available on request.

Accessibility and Face Coverings

Staff will be wearing transparent face coverings to ensure those customers who lip read can see their faces. We recognise that some people are unable to wear face coverings. You can apply for an exemption card, however, these are no compulsory. Those exempt are shown in the image below.