BlueBadgeStyle 2.2

The Blue Badge Style App offers a comprehensive resource for discovering and booking fashionable, trendy venues that are also accessible for individuals with mobility challenges. Focused on both style and accessibility, the app prioritizes venues that combine aesthetic appeal with practical facilities, making it a valuable tool for those seeking stylish locations without worrying about inaccessible features.

Designed to be an all-in-one guide, the app provides detailed maps of recommended venues near your location, complete with reviews and a Blue Badge Style Rating* that assesses accessibility and amenities. It also offers direct functionality to call venues to make reservations, check opening hours, or visit their websites for additional information.

Currently available only for London, the developers are planning to expand globally. If you wish to contribute by reviewing your favorite trendy spots—highlighting their accessibility and facilities—you can submit details to [email protected].

The app was made freely available during The Olympics and Paralympics. A tutorial video can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fETcybKTyuk.

Key features include:

• A map presenting nearby recommended venues.
• Filtering options based on Name, Distance, Accessibility, Facilities, Style/Ambience, or Overall Rating.
• A review button that displays existing reviews when available.
• Automatic updates with new venues and reviews upon refreshing the screen.
• An option to submit your own review directly through the app.

*The Blue Badge Style Ratings evaluate venues on accessibility, facilities, and style or ambiance, with ratings from 0.5 up to 3 ticks.

As Simon Carter of Simon Carter London Ltd, a renowned fashion designer and style icon, remarks: "I think what BBS is doing for the ‘less able’ is brilliant. This app locates stylish restaurants and bars nearby in London and alerts you to any issues with disabled access or facilities. I’m able-bodied and I plan to use it!"