National Trust Croome has unveiled a new Changing Place accessible toilet.
The development at the property, near Pershore, is designed to ensure that visitors with disabilities can fully enjoy their time at Croome.
The opening of the facility took place on Friday, July 19, on Changing Places Awareness Day, and was attended by representatives from the Croome team, district and parish council members, Malvern Hills staff, and the artist responsible for the facility's internal design.
The facility offers a spacious, well-equipped area complete with an adjustable changing bench, a hoist system, and ample room for mobility aids and support equipment.
The Changing Place also includes a specially commissioned artwork by artist Will Hanekom, depicting a landscape at Croome.
Mr Hanekom previously illustrated Croome's sensory Potter and Ponder map in 2016.
Jenine McGaughran, National Trust creative producer for South Worcestershire, said: "It was really important that we created a space that was enjoyable to be in and reflected our commitment to creativity and community.
"We were thrilled to work with Will to make a new illustration depicting Croome’s landscape in his distinctively vivid and vibrant style, bringing a sense of intrigue and fun to this functional space."
Michelle Fullard, National Trust's South Worcestershire general manager, said: "We are always working to improve on National Trust access standards, and this has only spurred the whole team on to increase accessibility across the site."
The Changing Place facility, located within the car park for easy access, will operate with the use of a radar key.
Additional radar keys will be available at the Visitor Reception, RAF Café, and Shop.
Tom Wells, portfolio holder for communities, health and wellbeing at Malvern Hills District Council, said: “We are so pleased to be able to support Croome by providing funding from the UK Government to install a Changing Places facility.
"This new addition will hopefully give more people the peace of mind they need to be able to enjoy what the wonderful park has to offer."
The facility was funded by a £66,000 grant from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, in association with Muscular Dystrophy UK and with the assistance of Malvern Hills District Council.
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