Accessibility Statement for Gardening Wandsworth

This Accessibility Statement explains how Gardening Wandsworth and related Wandsworth gardening services work to make content and local garden service information accessible to everyone. We are committed to inclusive access across our pages and to making the experience of exploring garden care in Wandsworth straightforward for people with different needs. Our commitment includes maintaining clear navigation, readable content, and features that support assistive technologies.

We follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. That means we aim to ensure that text is readable, interactive controls are operable by keyboard, and non-text content is accessible to screen readers. Our site structure uses semantic headings and landmarks so that screen-reader users and those using magnification tools can find information about Wandsworth gardening and local garden services quickly.

Key accessibility features include:

• Screen-reader support and logical reading order for content about gardening in Wandsworth.
• Keyboard navigation with visible focus indicators to access all interactive elements.
• High contrast colour options and scalable text for easier reading.

We design our pages so that users can move through Wandsworth garden content using only a keyboard. Common keyboard interactions are supported for menus, links, and interactive widgets. Where appropriate we add ARIA attributes to clarify the role and state of custom controls. We test these patterns to reduce barriers for people relying on keyboard navigation.

Accessibility considerations for images, documents and media are central to our approach. We provide meaningful alternative text for images that convey information and use descriptive captions or transcripts for audio and video where relevant. When providing downloadable materials relating to local garden maintenance and plant care, we strive to make PDFs and other files accessible or offer an accessible alternative.

How we implement inclusive Wandsworth garden content

We use clear headings, consistent layouts and predictable navigation so visitors can find services such as community garden support, seasonal planting information and garden waste guidance. Plain language and short paragraphs help comprehension, while underlined links and distinguishable focus states assist keyboard and screen-reader users in identifying interactive items.

We undertake routine accessibility testing using automated tools and manual techniques, including screen-reader checks and keyboard-only navigation reviews across pages that present Wandsworth gardening resources. We also test with people who have a range of disabilities to capture real-world issues. Where third-party content is embedded, we request accessibility compliance from providers and provide alternatives when necessary.

Limitations and alternatives: Despite our efforts, some older content, legacy documents, or third-party widgets may not fully meet WCAG 2.1 AA. When such limitations are identified we either remediate the content or provide an accessible alternative description. If you encounter inaccessible materials related to Wandsworth garden services, please tell us so we can act to resolve the issue.

To request assistance, report an accessibility problem, or make a reasonable accessibility request concerning our Wandsworth gardening content or tools, please contact our accessibility team using the contact channels provided on this site. We do not publish direct contact details here to protect privacy and ensure requests are routed correctly; instead use the site’s official contact form or accessibility request option. We will respond to accessibility enquiries and reasonable adjustment requests in a timely manner.