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Mobility friendly activities for Summer 

This entry was posted in General August 10, 2022

Woman on Mobility Scooter enjoying the summer

As the weather is picking up this week – it’s a great time to explore. But when mobility and accessibility is an issue, it can be hard to pluck up the courage to actually go out the door.

Here at Ableworld we encourage people no matter their mobility issues to embrace it and strive for greater independence. If your disability means you have to use a wheelchairpowerchair or some form of walking aid, you should never let that stop you!

We’ve compiled a list of mobility-friendly activity ideas for you and your family to try out before the weather turns all gloomy in the autumn! So, pack some snacks, and let’s experience the great outdoors together!

Visit your local zoo

There is no better way to spend a summer’s day than a trip to the zoo. Zoos offer various exotic animals to look at in the enclosures and sometimes even the opportunity to get up-close at feeding times. As well as interactive games and activities that can educate its visitors. To name one, Chester Zoo is fully accessible to all visitors offering free disabled parking at the main entrance, free entry for caregivers plus wheelchair and scooter hire. It’s the perfect accessible day out for the whole family. Check your local zoo for specific disability inclusions.

Coastal walks and trails

Explore the beauty of the outdoors by heading to your local national park, coastal trail, or country farm with scenic views and accessible paths for everyone. There are hundreds of accessible hiking trails up and down the country so take a look at a site near you. Most parks will state on their website if the route is suitable for a wheelchair or mobility aid so always check in advance.

Mazes are great for the whole family

Mazes are a fun way to get away from the world and lose yourself in something entirely different. Whether you're a child or an adult, the maze offers a chance to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine whilst also solving puzzles in a fun capacity. There is something so refreshing about immersing yourself into a maze and knowing the only way to get out is to push through.

Visit your local fruit picking farm

From strawberry’s to raspberries to apples – whatever tickles your taste buds, fruit picking is a must-do this summer. It’s such an enjoyable pastime and can make for a very fun afternoon. Make sure to check your local farm and see what fruit they have available for picking as this also depends on the picking season.

Visit a museum or indoor attraction  

Rainy day idea - we do live in the UK after all. Museums educate people in society about the diverse aspects of different cultures through their exhibitions, and as an ethical and customer-driven company, we understand it’s important that people with disabilities are all represented in that community. And although not all UK museums offer accessibility for all disabled people, we can name a few that do: The British MuseumTate ModernMuseum of LiverpoolCadbury WorldNational Railway Museum and many more.

Hopefully at least one of these activity ideas has inspired you this summer – just because you are confined by your disability doesn’t mean you have to be defined by it. Life is for living go out and explore the world!

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