Find out more about the history of the Paralympic movement, the work and life of Professor Sir Ludwig Guttmann and the start of the Paralympic Games. Read more
Open from now until the end of September. Free entry.
We are delighted to welcome visitors to our small museum located at Stoke Mandeville Stadium.
Take a look at the full range of Summer and Winter Paralympic Sports. Who knows what sports and technologies might be included in the future as Paralympic sports continue to develop and evolve.
Read the inspirational stories of the amazing Paralympic Athletes in our virtual hall of fame. We are always looking to add more stories so please get in touch if you can help.
On the 28 July 1948 the Olympic Games opened in London and Dr Ludwig Guttmann staged the first Stoke Mandeville Games on the hospital grounds.
Join our Paralympic Heritage Ambassadors and be part of the story
Join in with our Paralympic heritage events and learning activities for the holidays.
The history and ethos of the Paralympic Movement provides an inspiring springboard for students of all ages to engage in a number of cross-curricular subjects.
Take a look at the latest addition to our mini exhibition displays at the National Paralympic Heritage Centre and the National Spinal Injuries Centre.
Vanessa McManus' experience of performing in the Gravity dance at the London 2012 Paralympics opening ceremony. Read more
Buckinghamshire Culture are seeking Community Curators for their 'Together We Build' event celebrating 10 years since the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Read more
Over the last two years, I've published 24 blogs on a variety of topics. Many were focused on sporting wheelchair technology, however over the last 6 months, I was particularly excited to work on the WheelPower Collections and write the ‘From the archives’ blogs. Read more