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Airport

I know in the check in area there are people who have wheelchairs for disable people. Has anyone ever used them and if so how much do they charge. Thanks

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  • NAR
    NAR Posts: 4,863 Forumite
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    Assistance is free, but some/most people give £2 or £3 to escort as a thank you.
  • markdebby
    markdebby Posts: 156 Forumite
    Nar, DH hurt his back two weeks ago and we are going to Tenerife at the end of the month so just having ideas if he can not walk long distances. Thanks
  • NAR
    NAR Posts: 4,863 Forumite
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    markdebby wrote: »
    Nar, DH hurt his back two weeks ago and we are going to Tenerife at the end of the month so just having ideas if he can not walk long distances. Thanks
    When checking in just tell the person on the desk your DH requires assistance. They will arrange it not only at airport but also at your arrival airport.

    Just a wee funny story regarding this. Recently at Heathrow a plane arrived from India. 158 people on board had requested assistance :eek: they doubted the validity of the extent of the need! ;)
  • duchy
    duchy Posts: 19,511 Forumite
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    You don't have to be officially disabled to use them ....just have difficulty walking the distance involved for some reason .
    I Would Rather Climb A Mountain Than Crawl Into A Hole

    MSE Florida wedding .....no problem
  • markdebby
    markdebby Posts: 156 Forumite
    Glad I have asked the question now.
    NRA, how is retirement going?
  • NAR
    NAR Posts: 4,863 Forumite
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    markdebby wrote: »
    NAR, how is retirement going?
    Great thanks, am really enjoying chilling out.
  • markdebby
    markdebby Posts: 156 Forumite
    No going out in the cold and rain if you don't want to lol
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