Last updated: 21 October 2025

Who to contact
Access enquiries: info@rdtrosewell.org.uk | 0131 629 9398
Venue: The Steading, Carnethie Street, Rosewell, EH24 9AA

Getting here

• Parking: 2 accessible parking bays by the main entrance. Step‑free route from parking to entrance.
• Public transport: Lothian Buses 46 and X31 stop on Carnethie Street – bus stops are located just a minute’s walk from The Steading. Pavements on this stretch are step-free and generally level.
• Drop‑off: Step-free kerbside drop‑off at within The Steading car park.
• Entrances: Main entrance door with automatic doors.

Inside the venue

• Mobility: The building is fully wheelchair accessible. Step‑free access throughout public areas.
• Seating: Portable chairs available on request.
• Lighting and sound: General lighting in public areas is even and bright. We do not use strobe lighting. Sensory Room lighting is low-level, adjustable sensory lighting (e.g. colour-changing effects). No strobe or high-frequency flashing. We can dim or switch off effects on request.
• Signage: Directional signage to key spaces and toilets.

Facilities

• Accessible toilet: Located by café area. Grab rails and emergency pull cord provided.
• Baby change: Available by café area.
• Hearing support: Not currently available.
• Assistance dogs: Welcome. Water bowls available on request.

Activity access

• Soft Play: For ages 0-5 years. Max 6 children per session. Adult must remain and supervise. If session is full, we may limit to one adult per child.
• Sensory Room: Max 4 users if any user is over 5 years, or 6 users if all users are 0-5 years. If at capacity, we may limit to one carer per user.
• Child drop-off sessions: Only for after-school and holiday sessions. Otherwise a parent/guardian must remain.
• Adjustments: Tell us your access needs when booking or contact us in advance. We will make reasonable adjustments where possible.

Booking

• Online bookings available for soft play, sensory room and birthday party sessions. If online booking is not accessible for you, contact us and we can assist.

Emergencies and evacuation

• Refuge point at bus stop on Carnethie Street.
• If you may need help exiting, inform staff on arrival so we can plan assistance.

Website accessibility

We aim to make our website and bookings accessible to everyone. If you experience any barrier, email info@rdtrosewell.org.uk or call 0131 629 9398 and we can provide the information or complete the booking another way.

Feedback

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