Accessibility Statement

Last updated: April 2026

1. Our Commitment

The GolfLinks Hotel is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all people, including those with disabilities. We aim to make our website (www.golflinkshotel.com or equivalent) as accessible and usable as possible for everyone, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and best practice guidelines.

We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services, and we are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website.

2. Accessibility Standards

This website has been designed to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 at Level AA. We also aim to comply with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018 where relevant.

Where full compliance is not yet achieved, we are working to resolve any issues as a priority.

3. Measures Taken to Ensure Accessibility

We take the following steps to ensure accessibility:

  • Regular audits and testing using automated tools and manual checks by our development team;
  • Keyboard navigation support throughout the website;
  • Alternative text for all non-decorative images and meaningful descriptions for complex visuals;
  • Sufficient colour contrast for text and interactive elements;
  • Clear and consistent navigation and headings;
  • Responsive design that works on desktop, tablet and mobile devices;
  • Video content includes captions where applicable;
  • Forms are clearly labelled and accessible via screen readers.

4. Technical Information

The website is built using modern web standards and is compatible with the latest versions of the following browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Apple Safari

It is also designed to work with common assistive technologies including screen readers (such as NVDA and VoiceOver) and magnification tools.

5. Limitations and Alternatives

While we strive for full accessibility, there may be occasional limitations. Known or potential issues include:

  • Third-party content (such as embedded maps or booking widgets) that we cannot fully control;
  • Older PDF documents that may not yet be fully accessible (we can provide alternative formats on request);
  • Live video streams that may not always include real-time captions.

If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please let us know so we can address them promptly.

6. Alternative Formats

If you require information from our website in an alternative format (e.g. large print, audio, Braille, or easy-read), please contact us using the details below. We will respond within 7 working days and aim to provide the information in your preferred format as soon as possible.

7. Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you experience any difficulties or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

The GolfLinks Hotel
Dunluce Road, Portrush, BT56 8JF, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Email: info@golflinkshotel.com
Telephone: +44 28 7082 6611

We will consider all feedback carefully and make improvements where possible.

8. Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may raise a formal complaint under the Equality Act 2010. You also have the right to contact the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland for independent advice and support.

9. Links to Other Policies

This Accessibility Statement should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

10. Changes to This Statement

We review and update this statement regularly to reflect any improvements or changes to the website. The date at the top of this page shows when it was last updated.