In recognition of Lionel Watts and his work with the disabled.
In 1956, Lionel Watts contracted poliomyelitis, an illness that resulted in him becoming a quadriplegic. After a long recovery from the acute illness, Lionel tried to find a rehabilitation program, which would enable him to re-enter the workforce. None was available. He also found a sad lack of training and rehabilitation programmes for many other types of disabilities. At that time he, and his wife Dorothy, committed themselves to helping the disabled. So began the 'Houses With No Steps'.
Watts Cottage is where it all began at Summerland House!
The Watts Cottage Historic Museum is a wonderful archive of the story and lives behind the ‘House With No Steps'. Watts Cottage was the original Farm House on the Alstonville property. This historic land mark has been magnificently restored to its former glory, and now exhibits display of memorabilia...
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