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Help us build Guernsey's autism-friendly tourism offering

Help us build Guernsey's autism-friendly tourism offering

Supporting accessible experiences for all

VisitGuernsey is working to develop a clearer picture of the autism-friendly experiences, attractions, accommodation providers, transport services and venues available across the Islands.

Many businesses already provide adaptations, quiet spaces, sensory considerations, staff training, flexible booking options or accessible visitor experiences, but this information is not always easy for visitors to find.

By gathering details from tourism businesses and organisations, we aim to create a helpful resource that supports visitors with autism and their families when planning and enjoying their stay in Guernsey.

Why it matters

For many autistic visitors, unclear information, unfamiliar environments and sensory challenges can create barriers to travel. By sharing practical information about the support and facilities available, we can help visitors feel more confident when choosing Guernsey as a destination.

Small adjustments can make a significant difference, and many businesses may already be offering autism-friendly features without recognising them as such.

Examples might include:

  • Quiet or low-sensory spaces

  • Sensory-friendly visiting times

  • Staff autism awareness training

  • Visual guides or social stories

  • Flexible queueing arrangements

  • Clear signage and visitor information

  • Reduced-capacity sessions

  • Accessible customer service approaches

  • Advance planning information for visitors

Tell us what you offer

We want to hear from you. Do you currently provide autism-friendly services or are you taking steps to make your offering more accessible? Let us know.

We are particularly interested in learning about:

  • Existing autism-friendly facilities or initiatives

  • Accessible visitor information and resources

  • Staff training programmes

  • Special events or sensory-friendly sessions

  • Future plans to improve accessibility

The information collected will help us understand the current landscape and support the future development of autism-friendly visitor information for Guernsey.

If you don’t currently provide autism-friendly services but would like to, and require some support or guidance on how to do so, please also let us know, and we can connect you with our contact at the National Autistic Society in Guernsey, who have resources and guidance to support any businesses looking to increase their level of support.

To share details of your offering, please contact sam.claxton2@gov.gg

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