On 15 November 2025, the Sesame team visited the inspiring Lee Millar photography exhibition at Tate Britain. While there, we also had the pleasure of seeing the award-winning Sesame Access wheelchair lift in the Tate Britain Members Area.
Installed in 2013, this bespoke lift continues to operate perfectly, demonstrating the reliability and thoughtful design Sesame Access is known for.
Accessibility without compromise
The lift incorporates a short rise platform, an integrated bottom step wheelstop to respect the existing staircase, and elegant LED lighting with brass trims. It can be operated independently via the Sesame on-lift control post, giving wheelchair users full autonomy.
Designed collaboratively by Sesame’s Design Team and Tate’s design team, the lift is seamlessly integrated into the Grade II listed Members Area, preserving the venue’s historic character while ensuring accessibility for all visitors.
Fully inclusive facilities
Beyond the lift, Tate Britain provides Changing Places changing rooms, showing a strong commitment to inclusive design. These facilities, combined with accessible lifts, make the museum a welcoming destination for visitors of all abilities.
Enabling accessible experiences for everyone
This visit highlights how Sesame Access lifts help historic and high-profile venues provide fully accessible experiences. By blending bespoke engineering with sensitivity to design and heritage, these lifts ensure that all visitors, including wheelchair users, can enjoy cultural spaces without barriers.
Tate Britain is a shining example of a fully inclusive venue, where accessibility is seamlessly integrated into the visitor experience. Sesame Access is proud to contribute to making historic and public spaces welcoming for everyone, ensuring that accessibility works beautifully and reliably.