Accessibility Statement for Friends of Kingswood Park Website

Website: https://www.friendsofkingswoodpark.org.uk/

Statement prepared on: 6 October 2025

Statement last reviewed on: 6 October 2025

About this statement

This accessibility statement applies to the Friends of Kingswood Park website at friendsofkingswoodpark.org.uk.

Friends of Kingswood Park is a community group committed to making our website accessible to as many people as possible. We want everyone to be able to:

  • Navigate the website using a keyboard

  • Navigate the website using speech recognition software

  • Listen to the website using a screen reader (including JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver)

  • Understand the website content

  • Change colours, contrast levels, and fonts

  • Zoom in up to 300% without the text spilling off the screen

We have also made the website text as simple as possible to understand.

Compliance status

This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.2 AA standard.

What this means

We have tested this website and addressed critical accessibility barriers. The website meets WCAG 2.2 Level A requirements and most Level AA requirements.

How accessible this website is

We know some parts of this website are not fully accessible:

  • Some images from our content management system may have similar alternative text descriptions, which could be repetitive for screen reader users

  • Some alternative text descriptions exceed the recommended length, though they remain descriptive and accurate

  • Some text elements may appear as headings visually but are not marked up as semantic headings in the code

These issues do not prevent access to content but may affect the user experience for some visitors using assistive technologies.

What we've done to improve accessibility

We have taken the following steps to ensure accessibility:

  • Added descriptive alternative text to all images (42 images)

  • Ensured all interactive elements are keyboard accessible

  • Provided clear, descriptive link text throughout the site

  • Implemented proper heading structure (H1-H5) for screen reader navigation

  • Made the website fully responsive for mobile and tablet devices

  • Enabled HTTPS security for all pages

  • Added accessibility labels to embedded content (maps and interactive elements)

  • Used semantic HTML throughout the website

  • Ensured sufficient colour contrast for readability

  • Made all tap targets appropriately sized for touchscreen devices

Feedback and contact information

We are committed to continually improving the accessibility of this website. If you:

  • Cannot access any part of this site

  • Need information in a different format (such as accessible PDF, large print, or audio recording)

  • Find any accessibility problems not listed on this page

Please contact us:

Email: create@digiden.studio

We will consider your request and aim to respond within 5 working days.

Technical information

Technical specifications

This website has been built to be compatible with:

  • Recent versions of popular screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)

  • Recent versions of popular browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)

  • Keyboard-only navigation

  • Speech recognition software

  • Browser text zoom up to 300%

Technologies used

This website relies on the following technologies to work:

  • HTML5

  • CSS3

  • JavaScript

  • React (Framer Sites framework)

Testing and assessment

Compliance testing

This website was last tested for accessibility compliance in October 2025.

Testing was carried out using:

  • WAVE (WebAIM) automated accessibility testing tool

  • axe DevTools browser extension for detailed technical analysis

  • Google Lighthouse accessibility audit

  • Manual keyboard navigation testing to ensure all interactive elements are accessible

  • Manual review of content structure and semantic markup

Test results

WAVE accessibility test results:

  • 0 errors detected (WCAG 2.1 Level A compliant)

  • 72 alerts flagged for review (not failures)

The website successfully passes automated accessibility checks for critical barriers.

Pages tested

The following pages were included in accessibility testing:

Non-accessible content

Content that is not within the scope of this statement

The following content is outside the scope of this accessibility statement:

  • Third-party embedded content (such as Google Maps): We have added accessibility labels where possible, but the functionality of embedded maps is controlled by third-party providers

  • Social media content (Facebook): Links to our social media pages are accessible, but the accessibility of content on those platforms is controlled by the social media providers

  • Partner organisation logos: These are decorative images and have been marked as such for screen readers

Disproportionate burden

We have not identified any accessibility improvements that would impose a disproportionate burden on our community group at this time.

Preparation of this accessibility statement

This statement was prepared on 6 October 2025.

The website was last tested in October 2025 using automated testing tools (WAVE, axe DevTools, Google Lighthouse) and manual testing methods (keyboard navigation and content review).

Testing was carried out by digiDen Studio on behalf of Friends of Kingswood Park.

Enforcement procedure

If you are not happy with how we respond to your accessibility feedback, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS):

Telephone: 0808 800 0082

Website: https://www.equalityadvisoryservice.com/

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the 'accessibility regulations').

Future improvements

We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. Our plans include:

  • Reviewing and refining alternative text descriptions for CMS-managed images to ensure each is unique and concise

  • Conducting periodic accessibility audits as content is updated

  • Seeking feedback from users with disabilities to identify areas for improvement

  • Keeping up to date with accessibility best practices and guidelines

Last updated: 6 October 2025

Next review date: October 2026

In partnership with

  • Circular logo featuring a large tree with a crown, people and a dog, labeled "Friends of Kinchwood Park."
  • Logo featuring the text "South Gloucestershire Council" in green, with "Delivering with you" highlighted in blue below.
  • Logo of the Heritage Fund featuring a hand gesture and the text "Heritage Fund" inside a circular design.

Help Us!

Be Part of Something Special

From planting days to community events, your involvement makes Kingswood Park thrive. Join our friendly group of volunteers and help shape the future of this cherished space.

In partnership with

  • Circular logo featuring a large tree with a crown, people and a dog, labeled "Friends of Kinchwood Park."
  • Logo featuring the text "South Gloucestershire Council" in green, with "Delivering with you" highlighted in blue below.
  • Logo of the Heritage Fund featuring a hand gesture and the text "Heritage Fund" inside a circular design.

Help Us!

Be Part of
Something Special

From planting days to community events, your involvement makes Kingswood Park thrive. Join our friendly group of volunteers and help shape the future of this cherished space.

In partnership with

  • Circular logo featuring a large tree with a crown, people and a dog, labeled "Friends of Kinchwood Park."
  • Logo featuring the text "South Gloucestershire Council" in green, with "Delivering with you" highlighted in blue below.
  • Logo of the Heritage Fund featuring a hand gesture and the text "Heritage Fund" inside a circular design.
Illustration of green grass with yellow wheat-like stalks and simple leaf shapes in the background.

Help Us!

Be Part of
Something Special

From planting days to community events, your involvement makes Kingswood Park thrive. Join our friendly group of volunteers and help shape the future of this cherished space.

Contact the
Friends of Kingswood Park Group

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