Donnybrook is a family-friendly town committed to inclusivity, offering a wide range of accessible attractions, facilities, and accommodations. Whether you’re exploring the famous Apple Fun Park, enjoying local wines, or strolling along scenic trails, Donnybrook provides options that cater to all abilities. Here’s a guide to accessible tourism in Donnybrook:

Parks and Attractions

  • Apple Fun Park: Features a dedicated play are a for early childhood with crawling access ramps to slides suitable for babies. Sensory and nature play zones, including water and sand play, as well as tuned musical elements. Integrated accessible features across the park to foster inclusive play for all ages and abilities. Accessible toilets and parking available.
  • Barrecas Wine: Fully wheelchair accessible with step-free paths and railing-equipped bathrooms, including shower access. Safe and practical access to the cellar door since its construction in 1994.
  • Donnybrook IGA: Fully accessible for shopping needs, including wheelchair access and an accessible toilet.
  • Fruitbarn: Local produce shop with an open parking area and flat, concreted wheelchair-accessible entry.
  • Oakway Estate: Features wheelchair-accessible entry points, accessible parking close to the entrance, and step-free paths to the main area, including wheelchair-accessible bathrooms.
  • Smallwater Estate: Offers wheelchair accessibility with a ramp leading to the outdoor seating area.
  • Station Cafe: Wheelchair-accessible entry and dining, with nearby accessible toilets and parking.

Trails

  • Preston River Loop and Indigenous Walk Trail: A 1.8-kilometre loop along the scenic Preston River featuring cultural interpretation and the Waugyl Sculpture. Class 1 trail with all-abilities access: flat, even, and hardened surfaces with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for unassisted wheelchair users and prams. Includes clear directional signage.

Accommodation

  • Wilga Farm Stay: Offers flat grounds with concrete pathways and accessible parking for a hassle-free stay.

Facilities

  • Accessible Parking spaces: Ample parking spaces available behind the visitor centre on both sides.
  • Ayers Garden Public Toilet (near Transwa Bay): Accessible toilets and parking available.
  • Donnybrook Swimming Pool: Features a King Fisher Pool Hoist (supports up to 150kg) for easy pool access. Shallow steps with a handrail for additional support.
  • Donnybrook Visitor Centre: Features a concreted ramp for easy wheelchair access.
  • Fruitbarn and BP Fuel Station’s: Staff available to assist by filling your car with fuel.
  • Transit Park: Equipped with modern accessible ablution facilities.

Nearby Kirup

  • War Memorial Park: Accessible toilets and parking available. Features picnic tables and BBQ facilities for a relaxing outdoor experience.

Donnybrook and its surrounding areas warmly welcome visitors of all abilities to explore and enjoy its attractions, trails, and facilities. With its commitment to accessibility, the town ensures that every guest can experience the charm and hospitality of this beautiful region.