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There's a variety of transport options for you in Calderdale. These depend on your needs and circumstances.Bus and train travel
The Disabled Minibus Association provides a special transport service for disabled people in Calderdale. The service is affordable and can be ordered by calling 01422 346 103.
AccessBus is an accessible door-to-door bus service. It is free to those people eligible to receive the service. It is available from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday and 9am to 5pm on Sunday. To order the service or find out if your eligible, call 01274 304 297.
Information about getting a disabled person's pass for bus and rail travel in West Yorkshire can be found at the West Yorkshire Metro website.
To look at timetables or plan a journey on public transport, the West Yorkshire Metro website has all the information you need.
Taxi travel
The Council have introduced two new wheelchair-friendly taxi pick up and drop of points.
The points are located at Commercial Street close to its junction with Cheapside and on Market Street at the Russell Street Junction.
Both sites will provide a safe environment with plenty of space for the passengers. There is also the nearby George Square taxi rank which is also fully accessible for wheelchair users.
Travelling by car
The blue badge scheme allows people who have difficulty walking to park more easily.Having a blue badge means you do not have to pay when you park at parking meters and in pay and display spaces. In some areas you may be able to park for longer than it says.
To find out more about Blue Badges and whether you could get one contact Gateway To Care on 0845 11 11 103.
Travel by coach
Travelling by coach is a good way to see the UK. If you have a disability you can get a discount of up to 50%. Have a look at the National Express website to see where you can go.
To book tickets or sort out some help with your journey you can phone the Disabled Persons Travel Helpline on 08717 818179.
