A Guide to Accessible Activities in Britain's National Parks +++About the Accessible Activities Guide. Our fifteen National Parks are the UK's most precious landscapes. Protected by law for future generations to enjoy, they give the visitor access to sweeping heather moorlands, dramatic coastlines, tranquil waterways and breathtaking mountains. So whether you're looking for a family holiday to watch the wildlife, a Sunday afternoon stroll around a country village or simply an inspiring place for enjoyment, relaxation and peace, our National Parks are here to provide it. This Guide provides a snapshot of accessible activities within the National Parks. It contains fifteen accessible activities - one per National Park - but there are many more to choose from and enjoy. Activities include walks, cycling on adapted bikes, cruising on solar powered boats and much more. This Guide is available in a number of different formats including audio and Quick xml. These can be downloaded at www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall or requested from: UK Association of National Park Authorities, 126 Bute Street, Cardiff, CF10 5LE T: 029 2049 9966 E: info@anpa.gov.uk We suggest contacting the National Park you are planning to visit ahead of time with any specific access-related details. Contact details can be found in the activity guide below. To find out about other accessible activities available in National Parks, please visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall. +++About Britain's Breathing Spaces. You can find out more about Britain's Breathing Spaces at the National Parks website www.nationalparks.gov.uk. Here you will find links to each National Park website providing a range of information from lists of accommodation, maps, guided walks, places of interest to the detailed information on how National Park are managed. Every year more than 126 million visitor days are spent in our National Parks. National Parks are also home to 300,000 residents. You don't have to pay to visit a National Park - just help us take care of them. We ask visitors to help us to conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of these areas by: enjoying your recreation with respect for the environment - whether you're walking, riding, cycling or using the waterways; leaving the National Park as you find it: Taking your litter home, being careful not to disturb animals, leaving gates as you find them; choosing local produce and accommodation to help our rural National Park communities survive and thrive; using public transport, wherever possible. Many of the National Parks provide buses that travel within the National Park. +++A Guide to Accessible Activities. ++National Parks of Wales: +1. Brecon Beacons. Activity: Talybont Reservoir and Forest walk Activity location: Explorer Map O L 12/O13 or Landranger Map 160/161 - SO104205 About the activity: A scenic 3km long reservoir surrounded by steep hills, forestry and farmland. There is a road crossing the 380 metre dam to forestry walks on the far side. The wide tracks in the Talybont Forest on the eastern side of the reservoir join up with the Brinore Tramroad and Taff Trail to give longer walks with no barriers. Most of the forestry tracks near the reservoir are level but get steeper further up the hill you go. Other features: Lay-bys and car parks alongside the Talybont to Pontsticill road offer good views of the reservoir and surrounding hills. T: 01874 623366 (National Park Visitor Centre) E: visitor.centre@breconbeacons.org Accessibility: Hearing impaired, large print, visually impaired. Accessible parking: There are laybys and car parks alongside the Talybont to Pontsticill road and on the other side of the dam. Accessible toilet: Basic public toilets are located next to the White Hart Inn in Talybont-on-Usk. The nearest disabled access toilets are at Llansantffraed layby on the A40. Grounds access: The reservoir is 1.5km south of Talybont-on-Usk, which is 8km south east of Brecon on the A40. Building access: N/A Points of interest: There is a shop and Post Office with National Park information and several pubs in Talybont-on-Usk. Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Brecon Beacons National, Park Authority, Plas y Ffynnon, Cambrian Way, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7HP. T: 01874 624437 E: enquiries@breconbeacons.org W: www.breconbeacons.org +2. Pembrokeshire Coast. Activity: Amroth - Colby Lodge Walk Activity location: Amroth car park, Narberth, Pembrokeshire SA67 8NQ; grid ref: SN162070 About the activity: An easy access walk of 2.8km (1.7 miles) along a path from the car park along the coast and through a beautiful wooded valley. It is mostly on wide tracks, with slopes up and down. The path surface can vary and any gradients steeper than 1:12 (8.3%) are mentioned in the directions and indicated on the walk map. Other features: One of a series of 16 easy access walks promoted on the National Park Authority website and published in a guide, Walks For All. The walks were selected and the guide was prepared in full consultation with the Pembrokeshire Access Group. T: 0845 3457275 (Access & Public Rights of Way Manager) E: recman@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk Accessibility symbols: Wheelchair ramp, accessible toilet, large print. Accessible parking: There are three bays dedicated for disabled parking in the car park. They are located near the footbridge, leading to the seafront. Accessible toilet: Public toilets are located on the seafront. Grounds access: Large car park with parking dedicated for disabled people. Building access: N/A Points of interest: See attached map and directions. Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Pembrokeshire Coast, National Park Authority, Llanion Park, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, SA72 6DY. T: 0845 3457275 E: pcnp@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk W: www.pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk +3. Awdurdod Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri - Snowdonia. Activity: The Mawddach Trail Activity location: The trail stretches for nine miles between Dolgellau (SH725175) and Barmouth (SH615155) and can be joined at several points, including Morfa Mawddach and Penmaenpool . It is recommended that wheelchair users begin the trail from the Snowdonia National Park Authority car park near Pont y Wernddu (SH715183). About the activity: The Mawddach Trail is located in the south of Snowdonia National Park and is considered to be one of the best trails in Britain. It follows the beautiful Mawddach estuary, giving visitors the chance to experience some of Snowdonia's splendour, striking scenery and beautiful wildlife. Other features: There are several accessible benches and picnic tables along the path. The wide gates are accessible for wheelchairs, pushbikes and pushchairs. T: 01341 422888 (Dolgellau Information Centre) E: tic.dolgellau@eryri-npa.gov.uk (Dolgellau Information Centre) Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, audio description, Braille, large print, visually impaired. Accessible parking: There is one drop off point on the route with accessible parking: 1. Penmaenpool (SH695185) - 2 designated accessible parking bays. Accessible toilets: There are two possible drop off points on the route with accessible toilets: 1. Penmaenpool (SH695185) 2. Morfa Mawddach (SH572614) Points of interest: Are you interested in fishing on the Mawddach? Contact Dolgellau Fishing Society on 01341 422706 Video clip/podcast/audio trail? Yes (video clip and audiotrail). For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Snowdonia National Park Authority, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6LF. T: 01766 770274 E: parc@eryri-npa.gov.uk W: www.eryri-npa.gov.uk ++National Parks of England: +4. Broads. Activity: Barton Broad Boardwalk and Ra Boat Trip Activity location: Main car park for walk starting point and boat trips (which run from Gay's Staithe): Long Road, Neatishead grid ref TG351208 Gay's Staithe, Neatishead grid ref TG350210 Car park for disabled visitors at start of boardwalk: Irstead Road, Neatishead grid ref TG359205 About the activity: The boardwalk leads through swampy, wildlife-filled carr woodland and emerges to give a panoramic view over Barton Broad. The solar boat Ra will take you on a guided tour of Barton, which is owned by the Norfolk Wildlife Trust and is the second largest of the broads. Other features: Barton Broad is a great place for wildlife on land or water, including the chance of seeing an otter, and hearing or even seeing a bittern. Other birds you may see include the kingfisher and marsh harrier, and there's an abundance of wild flowers and dragonflies. T: 01603 756097 or 01603 782281 (Hoveton Broads Information Centre) E: hovetontic@broads-authority.gov.uk Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, wheelchair ramp. Accessible parking: Two designated parking bays in Long Road car park for those going on the boat trip. Three designated parking bays in Irstead Road car park for those starting the Barton Broad Boardwalk. Accessible toilet: Two in Long Road car park. Grounds access: Mainly level, hard surfaces. Building access: No buildings apart from accessible toilets. Points of interest: The boardwalk is accessible to wheelchair users and there are resting places, tapping edges and some Braille signs along the way. Ra is accessible to wheelchair users via a ramp. Ra boat trips run Easter - October. Please telephone Hoveton Broads Information Centre (01603 756097 or 01603 782281) to book. An access pack to make the boardwalk more user-friendly for visitors with sensory impairment is available for loan - please contact the Broads Authority tel 01603 610734 or email broads@broads-authority.gov.uk Video clip/podcast/audio trail? Yes (podcast). For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Broads Authority, Dragonfly House, 2 Gilders Way, Norwich NR3 1UB. T: 01603 610734 E: broads@broads-authority.gov.uk W: www.broads-authority.gov.uk +5. Dartmoor. Activity: Easy Going Dartmoor Mini Bus Tours Activity location: Offered from 4 locations around the Park: Newton Abbot, Ivybridge, Tavistock and Okehampton About the activity: Easy-Going Dartmoor Tours offer elderly people and disabled people of all ages the chance to enjoy a day out visiting sites on the beautiful high moor accompanied by a National Park Guide. All vehicles are fully accessible and equipped to carry wheelchairs. Attendants/carers/families are also welcome to join the tour. Other features: Whether you fancy an easy-going stroll through the woods, a pub lunch or just want to enjoy the stunning views, our guides will share their knowledge and love of the area with you. T: 01752 690444 (Ivybridge and District Community Transport Association) 01626 335775 (Newton Abbot Community Transport) 01837 55000 (Newton Abbot Community Transport) 01822 616958 (Tavistock and District Local Transport Partnership). E: N/A Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, wheelchair ramp, visually impaired. Accessible parking: N/A Accessible toilet: Locations visited normally have accessible facilities. Grounds access: N/A Building access: N/A Points of interest: Easy-Going Dartmoor Minibus Tours have been running for a number of years. These have proved very popular with local residents and visitors alike. Each year over 300 people join the Tours and early booking is recommended, particularly for the themed events such as Myths and Legends and the Local Food Evenings. Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Dartmoor National Park Authority, Parke, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9JQ. T: 01626 832093 E: hq@dartmoor-npa.gov.uk W: www.dartmoor-npa.gov.uk +6. Exmoor. Activity: Accompanied sailing for a range of abilities. Activity location: Wimbleball Lake Country Park, Nr Dulverton, Somerset TA22 9NU About the activity: Opportunity for people with a range of abilities to experience sailing on 374 acre Wimbleball Lake. Safe boats available, no experience required, accompanied sail until they want to go solo. There are boats to suit people with limited strength, dexterity, and balance. The R Y A Sailability (a charity) operates on Wednesday & Friday at Wimbleball Sailing Club. A small charge is made which includes insurance and day membership. Helpers and friends welcome. Other features: The newly renovated facilities at the Lake in Exmoor National Park offer first class facilities both on and off the water. Wheelchair accessible cafe open from April to October. Wimbleball is also a premier trout fishery offering angling from the banks and boats. Permits are available on site and boats can be booked in advance. The path around the Lake includes a wheelchair accessible stretch. There is also a wheelchair accessible bird hide on site. T: 01823 662505 (Jo Smith, Sailability); and 01398 371460 (Wimbleball Lake office) E: wimbleball@swlakestrust.org.uk Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, wheelchair ramp. Accessible parking: 6 car parks all suitable for disabled visitors. Accessible toilet: Toilet and accessible shower in sailing club and activities centre. Grounds access: Wheelchair accessible in places. Building access: Sailing club, activities centre and bird hide are wheelchair accessible. Points of interest: The Crown Estate's Tall Trees Trail, an all abilities trail near the medieval village of Dunster. The trail includes a 60m (197ft) tall Douglas fir, the tallest tree in England and has interpretation on site. Blue badge holders can park at the beginning of the trail at Nutcombe Bottom. National Park Centre and amenities in nearby Dunster. Also, just on the edge of the National Park is The Calvert Trust - a facility to enable disabled people to enjoy outdoor activities. Visit: www.calvert-trust.org.uk Video clip/podcast/audio trail? Yes (video clip) For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Exmoor National Park Authority, Exmoor House, Dulverton, Somerset, TA22 9HL. T: 01398 323665 E: info@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk W: www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk +7. Lake District. Activity: Miles without Stiles Activity location: National Park Visitor Centre, Brockhole, Windermere, LA23 1LJ About the activity: A short route (1.5km) around the beautiful grounds of Brockhole on the shores of Windermere. This is part of a series of 39 routes, suitable for people with limited mobility, throughout the Lake District. Other features: The centre provides one of the few areas of public access to Windermere's stunning eastern foreshore, with views to the Langdale Fells. It also incorporates the historic "listed" gardens and adventure playground. T: 015394 46601 (Centre Manager) E: nicky.wood@lakedistrict.gov.uk Accessibility symbols: Wheelchair ramp, accessible toilet, large print, visually impaired. Accessible parking: Fifteen accessible parking spaces. Accessible toilet: One toilet block by the main car park, one toilet block inside the information centre, one toilet block in the grounds. Grounds access: Wheelchair friendly. Building access: Access to first floor by a lift. Cafe has a platform lift. Points of interest: A special free "bus" operates around the grounds for visitors with limited mobility. All the 39 Miles without Stiles walks are contained in a bound booklet, which is available from Information Centres and bookshops within the National Park. Each walk contains a description of the walk, a map and transportation details. Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Lake District National Park Authority, Murley Moss, Oxenholme Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7RL. T: 01539 724555 E: hq@lakedistrict.gov.uk W: www.lakedistrict.gov.uk +8. New Forest. Activity: Blackwater Arboretum trail 0.9km Activity location: Blackwater car park on the Rhinefield Ornamental Drive (SU266057) About the activity: The Blackwater Arboretum is a 0.9 kilometre circular walk from Blackwater car park. It houses a beautiful collection of trees from many countries and the sensory trail that runs through it includes a number of points that encourage you to touch, smell and listen to the sounds of certain trees. The path is a fairly smooth gravelled surface with one very gentle slope and frequent resting places. Short level paths with seats and picnic tables make this a pleasant destination in any season. Other features: N/A T: 023 8028 3141 (Forestry Commission) E: enquiries.new.forest@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet. Accessible parking: Blackwater car park has space for 50 cars with 2 spaces reserved for disabled visitors. Car parking on a level area of short grass is available for R A D A R key holders next to the Arboretum entrance gate. There is a locked vehicle barrier which can be opened with a R A D A R key. Contact the Forestry Commission on 023 80283141 for information. Accessible toilet: Disabled accessible toilets available in the main car park. Grounds access: The surface of the walk is compacted gravel with some loose stones near the car park. There maybe some protruding stones up to 2cm high. The narrowest point of the walk is 1.1m at the entrance gate to the Arboretum. The maximum gradient of the walk is 38m of 1:10 on the approach to the Arboretum from the car park. There are no steps, stiles or bridges on this walk. There are frequent seats with backs along the way. Building access: N/A Points of interest: This route is not specifically way marked as a named route but there are signposts and way markers. There are signs for the Arboretum from the car park. Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: New Forest National Park Authority, South Efford House, Milford Road, Everton, Lymington, SO41 0JD. T: 01590 646600 E: enquiries@newforestnpa.gov.uk W: www.newforestnpa.gov.uk +9. Northumberland. Activity: Visiting the Once Brewed National Park Centre at Hadrian's Wall Activity location: National Park Centre Once Brewed, Once Brewed, Military Road, Bardon Mill, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 7AN About the activity: This National Park Centre is located in the middle of Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site, and is an ideal place for exploring the southern end of the National Park. Friendly, knowledgeable staff provide a wealth of information and can help with accommodation booking. Other features: Facilities include light refreshments, video display, clothing, maps, gifts for sale as well as toilets, car parking and a scenic picnic area. The Hadrian's Wall bus, the AD122, can also be caught from here too, enabling you to take a tour of the main locations along the Wall. Some locations are accessible, including Walltown recreation site and the Carvoran Roman Army Museum which is co-located. Hop on and off the bus as you please - the fine views make the journey a pleasure. On-bus Guides bring your journey to life with an introduction to 'Hadrian's Wall Country' and will answer all your questions. They even have some interesting objects to handle! All A D 122 buses are low floor easy access. Disabled pass holders can travel for free all day. Well behaved dogs are allowed at no extra charge. T: 01434 344396 E: tic.oncebrewed@nnpa.org.uk Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, wheelchair ramp, large print. Accessible parking: Large number of car parking spaces available. Accessible toilet: Inside the Centre there are two accessible toilets, one for men and one for women. Grounds access: Level stone ground, accessible for wheelchairs. Building access: All on one level ground, with easy access for wheelchairs. Points of interest: N/A Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Northumberland National Park Authority, Eastburn, South Park, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1BS. T: 01434 605555 E: enquiries@nnpa.org.uk W: www.northumberlandnationalpark.org.uk/visiting +10. North York Moors. Activity: Level access trail through Forge Valley Woods Activity location: SE985871 About the activity: A fairly level, wooden boardwalk takes you on a 2.7km route (there and back) following the River Derwent through one of the finest woodlands of the North York Moors. Forge Valley is a National Nature Reserve teeming with plants and animals from nuthatch in the trees and crayfish in the river to wild garlic and illusive deer skulking in the undergrowth. Other features: Forge Valley is named after 14th century iron forges which were fuelled by charcoal made in these woods. T: 01439 770657 E: info@northyorkmoors-npa.gov.uk Accessible parking: Car parking is available at the start of the boardwalk at the Old Man's Mouth Picnic Site. Accessible toilet: The nearest R A D A R accessible toilets are in Scarborough (10km from Forge Valley). Grounds access: N/A Building access: N/A Points of interest: The North York Moors National Park Authority has produced an easy going guide to the National Park for less mobile and disabled visitors. In addition to eight accessible trails and suggestions for days out, the guide also contains information on access at key attractions in the area, wheelchair hire, accessible toilets and other useful information. The guide costs œ6.50 and is available online at www.moors.uk.net/shop. The Scaling Dam Sailing Club is part of the Royal Yachting Association's Sailability initiative which aims to share the joys and rewards of sailing with both children and adults with disabilities. To find out more, contact the club on 01287 643026 or email sail@scalingdam.org. Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: North York Moors National Park Authority, The Old Vicarage, Bondgate, Helmsley, York, YO62 5BP. T: 01439 770657 E: info@northyorkmoors-npa.gov.uk W: www.visitthemoors.co.uk +11. Peak District. Activity: Upper Derwent Valley Trail Activity location: Start point - Fairholmes car park, Derwent, Bamford, Hope Valley S33 0A Q About the activity: An 18-mile circuit around the Ladybower, Derwent and Howden reservoirs. The circuit can be done in part or as a whole (a high level of fitness is required to do the whole of the trail). A cycle-hire centre at Fairholmes offers disability-adapted cycles and a mobility scooter which can be booked at Fairholmes Cycle Hire. It is part of 64 miles of trails accessible to disabled people and parents with buggies across the National Park. Other features: The setting offers beautiful views of water, woodland, farmland and moorland, with a variety of birdlife. The dams are associated with wartime history - the Dambusters used them for navigation practice. T: 01433 651261 (Ray Wallage, Fairholmes Cycle Hire Centre Manager) E: judy.merryfield@peakdistrict.gov.uk (Recreation Strategy Manager) Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, wheelchair ramp. Accessible parking: Six disabled car park spaces at Fairholmes, plus free parking for Blue-Badge holders. The car park gets busy at weekends. Accessible toilet: Toilets are available at Fairholmes. Grounds access: The 18-mile trail has an undulating, almost continuous hard surface - many stretches are easy-access but the north-eastern edge is quite steep. The road beyond Fairholmes is closed to traffic on summer weekends and Sundays throughout the year. Minibuses operate at these times. Full access details are given in the Authority's "You're Welcome" guide - see www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/access4all. Building access: N/A Points of interest: A video called Access Peak is available showing different activities that people with mobility problems can try in the Peak District National Park. The video presenter is a former gold-medal winning Paralympian, John Harris. A wheelchair-user himself, he gives realistic assessments of the level of challenge of the trails, as well as conveying an infectious enthusiasm as a newcomer to the area. View at www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/access4all Video clip/podcast/audio trail? Yes (video) For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Peak District National Park Authority, Aldern House, Baslow Road, Bakewell, Derbyshire, D E 45 1A E. T: 01629 816200 E: customer.service@peakdistrict.gov.uk W: www.peakdistrict.gov.uk +12. Yorkshire Dales. Activity: The Green Trail, Bolton Abbey Activity location: Bolton Abbey SE077552 About the activity: The Strid and Strid Wood are owned and managed by the Chatsworth Settlement Trustees and are a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The trail is 1.km in length. The surface is compact stone at a width of at least 200cm. Most of the route is flat with some areas having a gradient up to 1:10. The trail starts from the Cavendish Pavilion (cafe) heading north and returning by the same route. Other features: Pre-booked wheelchairs and electric scooters are available for visitors to use between April and October. T: 01969 652363 (Rachel Briggs, Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority); and 01756 718009 (Bolton Abbey) E: rachel.briggs@yorkshiredales.org.uk Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, audio description, Braille, large print. Accessible parking: There are designated bays for blue badge holders at the Sandholme car park next to the Cavendish Pavilion (cafe) where the trail begins. Normal charges apply. Accessible toilet: The Sandholme car park is next to the Cavendish Pavilion (cafe) which has wheelchair-accessible toilets. Grounds access: The surface is compact stone at a width of at least 200cm. Most of the route is flat with some areas having a gradient up to 1:10. Building access: Ramped access to the Cavendish Pavilion (cafe). Points of interest: There is a leaflet called Access for All in Wharfedale. Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, Yoredale, Bainbridge, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, D L 8 3E L. T: 0300 456 0030 E: info@yorkshiredales.org.uk W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk +13. South Downs. Activity: Easy access trail Activity location: Starts opposite the Beachy Head car park (Grid ref: TV563955). About the activity: The Peace Path is a circular "easy access" route starting opposite the main Beachy Head car park and leading to a viewpoint on the Head. Easy access means that the route is suitable for people with impaired mobility, wheelchairs, mobility scooters and push chairs. Other features: Beachy Head rises 152 metres (530ft) above the sea below and is the highest chalk sea cliff in Britain. There are wonderful panoramic views which can be seen from the cliff top. T: 01243 558700; and 01323 737 273 (for parking and accessible toilet at Beachy Head Countryside Centre) E: info@southdowns.gov.uk Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, wheelchair ramp. Accessible parking: One in the Beachy Head Countryside Centre. Accessible toilet: One in the Beachy Head Countryside Centre. Grounds access: The path is a firm and even surfaced track with no gates, stiles or steps. Building access: The Beachy Head Visitor Centre has wheelchair access. Points of interest: There are 11 easy access trails across the South Downs. To download this and the other "easy access" trails across the South Downs go to www.southdownsonline.org, click on "Visit South Downs" then "What to do" and "Trails". Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: South Downs National Park Authority, Hatton House, Bept on Road, Midhurst, West Sussex, GU29 9LU T: 0300 303 1056 E: info@southdowns.gov.uk W: www.southdowns.gov.uk ++National Parks of Scotland: +14. Cairngorms. Activity: Lochside Trail Activity location: Glenmore Forest Park, Grid Ref NH972098 About the activity: An easy 1.77km (1.1mile) trail designed to accommodate all abilities, following the edge of Loch Morlich with spectacular views towards the Cairngorm mountains. Other features: Forest Park Visitor Centre including forest shop and cafe are located nearby. Other trails suitable for all abilities include the Allt Mor Interpretive Trail. T: 01479 861220 E: invernessross&skye@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet. Accessible parking: Watersports car park. Accessible toilet: Accessible toilet by car park. Grounds access: N/A Building access: N/A Points of interest: N/A Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Cairngorms National Park Authority, 14 The Square, Grantown on Spey, PH26 3HG. T: 01479 873535 E: enquiries@cairngorms.co.uk W: www.cairngorms.co.uk +15. Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. Activity: Visit to Loch Katrine Activity location: FK17 8HZ About the activity: Trossachs Pier by Loch Katrine, in the heart of the Trossachs, is the starting point for several activities in a scenic setting, surrounded by natural woodlands and mountains. The roadway along the northern shore of Loch Katrine is mainly flat and accessible by wheelchairs; hire a golf buggy (one is even solar-powered) at the Pier to take you even further; or take a cruise on the Steamship Sir Walter Scott, which is wheelchair accessible and provides live commentary. Other features: Loch Katrine was the setting for Sir Walter Scott's epic poem, Lady of the Lake, published 200 years ago. It was a best seller and sparked the passion for visiting the Trossachs and Scotland. T: 01877 332000 E: www.lochkatrine.com/contact_us.html Accessibility symbols: Accessible toilet, wheelchair ramp, visually impaired, large print, amplified telephone, accessible lift. Accessible parking: Six parking spaces at Trossachs Pier. Accessible toilet: Two: One by the car park and one in the restaurant, close to the lift. Grounds access: The main site is all on one level and leads on to a mainly level tarmac roadway which is little used by motor traffic (restricted to local residents). The road follows the north side of the loch shore and can be accessed either from Trossachs Pier or from Stronachlachar at the loch's western end which can be reached by taking a cruise on the Steamship Sir Walter Scott. Building access: The restaurant is accessible by lift and the gift shop is level with car park. Points of interest: Rob Roy MacGregor, immortalised by Scott in another of his books, was born here and spent much of his life hiding out from the authorities in nearby glens and caves. In the mid 19th century Loch Katrine became a central part of a network of reservoirs and lochs supplying clear water to the people of Glasgow, a role that continues today. You will see many attractive features from the Victorian waterworks. Video clip/podcast/audio trail? No. For further details visit: www.nationalparks.gov.uk/accessforall National Park Contact Details: Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Headquarters, Carrochan, Carrochan Road, Balloch, G83 8EG. T: 01389 722600 E: info@lochlomond-trossachs.org W: www.lochlomond-trossachs.org Published by: U K Association of National Park Authorities, 126 Bute Street, Cardiff, CF10 5LE. T: 029 2049 9966 E: info@anpa.gov.uk W: www.nationalparks.gov.uk The production of the Guide to Accessible Activities in Britain’s National Parks was funded by Natural England and the Countryside Council of Wales. +++End of File