Changing Places Toilets UK: What They Are & How to Find Them
Quick Answer: Changing Places toilets are enhanced accessible facilities designed for people with complex care needs. They typically include an adult changing bench and a hoist, plus extra space for carers. For exact locations, use the official Changing Places Consortium map; our city accessible-toilet listings help you find standard wheelchair-accessible toilets nearby.
Standard accessible toilets can be great for many people—but they aren’t suitable for everyone. Changing Places facilities exist to provide dignity and practical support when transfers or changing require extra space and specialist equipment.
Who this is for
- People with complex care needs who may require a hoist and an adult changing bench.
- Carers who need space to support someone safely and with dignity.
- Families caring for disabled children or adults who need more than a standard accessible cubicle.
How to find suitable facilities quickly
Changing Places is a specialised, registered facility type with its own national directory. ToiletNearMe does not track which toilets are registered Changing Places facilities, so for a definitive location use the official directory and treat our listings as a companion for finding standard wheelchair-accessible toilets:
- Search the official Changing Places Consortium map for registered facilities near you—it is the authoritative source.
- Use our accessible toilet listings by city to find nearby standard wheelchair-accessible toilets.
- Prioritise major venues and transport hubs, and confirm access on arrival for urgent needs.
Useful related hubs
Start with accessible toilets in major cities
If you’re planning ahead, start by checking accessible toilet coverage in the city/area you’re visiting:
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