Lord Nelson and Tenacious are the only two class A tall ships in the world purpose built to enable people of all physical and sensory abilities to take an equally active role in sailing the ships. Some of the features on board that enable this to happen are:
- Signs in Braille
- Lifts between decks for those with limited mobility
- Vibrator pads fitted to the bunks to alert people with a hearing impairment in the event of an emergency
- Power assisted and 'joystick' steering to enable those with limited strength or movement to easily helm the ship
- An induction loop in the mess room to assist those with hearing impairments during briefing sessions
- Wide aisles below decks and low level fittings
- Guidance tracks and other pointers on deck to help visually impaired crew stay central
- Speaking compass with digital screen to enable visually impaired crew to steer the ship
- 'Unwin' fixing points throughout to secure wheelchairs in rough weather
- Bathroom facilities include 'Closomat' toilets (called 'Heads' on the ship), shower seats and adjustable basins with lever arm taps
- Portable powered hoists with various configurations suitable for most transfer needs
- Adjustable height mess tables
- Specially designed and adjusted tools so everyone can take part (we even alter the scrubbing brushes so everyone can take part in Happy Hour!)
Our Medical Purser (who is a registered nurse) will help you with any (or all) of the features on board that will help you take part fully in your voyage.
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