Gardening Soho — Accessibility Statement

Gardening Soho is committed to making our services and online content accessible to everyone. We aim to conform to WCAG 2.1 at the AA level across pages describing our Soho gardening and garden maintenance information. This statement explains how gardening in Soho is made more inclusive, the technologies we support and how to request help in an accessible format.

We design site content with assistive technologies in mind. Our site structure uses semantic HTML, clear headings and ARIA landmarks to support screen-reader users and navigation by voice or software. We also use clear alternative text for images and aim for concise link text so that users relying on screen readers can understand Gardening Soho content quickly and confidently.

Keyboard navigation is a priority. You can move through Soho gardening pages with the Tab key, Shift+Tab and standard keyboard shortcuts. Visible focus indicators, skip links and logical tab order help users who depend on the keyboard alone. Forms are labelled properly, error messages are communicated programmatically, and interactive controls are reachable and operable without a mouse.

We follow the technical requirements of WCAG 2.1 AA where feasible and maintain a program of continuous improvement. Our work includes automated testing combined with manual checks using screen readers, contrast analysers and keyboard-only audits. Soho garden resources are reviewed and updated to reduce barriers for people with visual, auditory, cognitive and motor disabilities.

Known limitations and exceptions are documented and scheduled for remediation when found. Where content cannot be made fully conformant immediately, we provide an alternative route to the same information and offer support to help users access required materials about Gardening in Soho. We take reports seriously and track issues until resolved.

Key accessibility features we provide include:

Accessibility features and support

• Screen-reader compatibility and semantic markup to enhance reading order and navigation.
• Keyboard-only operation and visible focus outlines for interactive elements.
• High contrast options and scalable text for improved readability.
• Clear headings and consistent layout for easier orientation across Soho gardens content.

We test our content across common browsers and assistive technologies to ensure broad compatibility. This includes browser-based screen readers and mobile accessibility tools to support people accessing gardening resources on phones and tablets. Our accessibility approach is guided by inclusive design principles so that community members exploring Soho garden spaces can find information and services without unnecessary barriers.

If you have a specific accessibility need or would like information in an alternative format, please contact our accessibility team through the contact options available on this site or by using our primary outreach channels. Requests for accessible formats may include large print, braille-ready files, plain language summaries or one-to-one assistance for navigating content. We aim to respond to all requests within a reasonable timeframe.

Our commitment to an inclusive community of gardeners in Soho is ongoing. We provide staff training, accessibility reviews of interactive features and regular updates driven by user needs. Where improvements are required we prioritize fixes that most impact usability and ensure that essential Gardening Soho information remains accessible. Thank you for helping us make Soho gardening information welcoming and usable for everyone.