Welcome to Okewood and Forest Green Parish's website accessibility statement. We are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. Our aim is to provide an inclusive and welcoming online environment for all visitors.
Accessibility Statement
At Okewood and Forest Green Parish, we strive to make our site, including Okewood Church and Forest Green Church, accessible to people with disabilities. We are constantly working to enhance the accessibility and usability of our website for all individuals.
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Last Updated: 16th June 2025
1. What web accessibility means to us
Web accessibility means creating a website that can be used by as many people as possible, regardless of ability or disability. We are dedicated to providing an accessible site that enables all users to navigate, understand, and interact with the content easily.
2. Our efforts for web accessibility
We have adapted this site in accordance with web accessibility standards and guidelines to ensure it is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. Our efforts include:
- Used the Accessibility Wizard to find and fix potential accessibility issues
Set the language of the site - Set the content order of the site’s pages
- Defined clear heading structures on all pages
- Added alternative text to images
- Implemented colour combinations that meet the required colour contrast
- Reduced the use of motion on the site
- Ensured all media on the site are accessible
3. Declaration of our commitment to accessibility
We are dedicated to making our website accessible to everyone. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our site, please let us know so we can address the issue. Your feedback will help us improve the accessibility of our website.
4. Accessibility arrangements at our churches
We welcome everyone to our churches and are committed to making our services and events as accessible as possible. Due to the different nature and history of our buildings, accessibility arrangements vary:
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St John the Baptist, Okewood
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Wheelchair accessible via a portable ramp at the main entrance
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Disabled toilet facilities are available at The Ark (a short uphill walk from the church)
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Parking is available nearby, with assistance available on request
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Holy Trinity, Forest Green
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Due to the historic nature of the building, access is via steps only and is not suitable for wheelchair users
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Please note that there are no toilet facilities or running water on site
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We are happy to assist with seating arrangements or other needs — please contact us in advance if possible
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If you have any specific accessibility needs or questions before visiting, please do get in touch with us so we can support you as best we can.
5. Contact us for assistance
If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website, or if you have any accessibility-related questions or feedback, please contact us.
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