Accessibility

We are is committed to ensuring that our website, digital content, and public activities are accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to all.We recognise accessibility as an ongoing responsibility and an essential part of equitable access to culture, histories, and heritage.

Accessibility Statement

1. Our Commitment

We aim to remove barriers wherever possible so that people of all abilities can engage with our work.

This includes people with:

  • Visual, hearing, or mobility impairments
  • Neurodivergent and cognitive differences
  • Long-term health conditions

We are working towards meeting WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards and embedding inclusive design principles across our digital and physical programmes.

2. How Accessible This Website Is

We aim for a high standard of accessibility, though some areas may not yet fully meet best practice.

Known limitations may include:

  • Some legacy documents (e.g. PDFs, scanned materials)
  • Incomplete alternative text for older images
  • Occasional compatibility issues with assistive technologies

We prioritise improvements based on user feedback and impact.

3. Heritage and Archival Content

Our work involves sharing historical and archival materials. These may include:

  • Digitised documents and manuscripts
  • Photographs and visual records
  • Oral histories and audio-visual material

Some content reflects the limitations of original source materials and may not be fully accessible.

To address this, we aim to:

  • Provide transcripts, captions, or summaries where possible
  • Offer contextual interpretation to support understanding
  • Improve accessibility standards in all new digitisation work

We also recognise that historical materials may contain language or perspectives that reflect the time in which they were created. Where appropriate, we provide context to support inclusive interpretation.

4. Event Accessibility

We are committed to making our events as inclusive and accessible as possible.

We aim to provide clear and transparent information about access for each event, including:

  • Step-free access and venue accessibility
  • Accessible toilet facilities
  • Seating availability and layout
  • Sensory environment (e.g. noise, lighting)
  • Availability of access support (e.g. BSL interpretation, captions – we need to know 2 weeks before an event so we can ensure availability)

Where possible, this information is published on event pages in advance.

We encourage attendees to contact us with specific access requirements so we can make reasonable adjustments wherever possible.

5. Inclusive Practice and Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is embedded within our wider commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity.

We are working to:

  • Improve representation and inclusive storytelling
  • Co-produce content with communities
  • Reduce digital and cultural barriers to participation
  • Regularly review accessibility across our platforms and programmes

We welcome feedback to help shape and improve our approach.

6. Reporting Accessibility Issues

If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website, or need information in an alternative format (such as large print, easy read, audio, or braille), please contact us:

Email: info@rocketallaboard.co.uk
Phone: 0161 306 1982

We aim to respond promptly and provide suitable alternatives wherever possible.

7. Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS), which offers independent advice on accessibility and equality issues.

8. Technical Information

This website aims to be compatible with:

  • Modern browsers and devices
  • Screen readers and assistive technologies
  • Keyboard-only navigation

We strive to meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA standards and improve usability across all areas.

9. Preparation of This Statement

This statement was prepared on: 27th April 2026
Last reviewed on: 27th April 2026