terrain mobility scooters on Dartmoor give freedom to users
A charity-led scheme in the UK is providing all-terrain disability scooters, known as trampers, to help people with limited mobility access rural beauty spots. The initiative aims to promote independence and inclusivity by allowing wheelchair users to navigate challenging outdoor terrain.
Why it matters
It highlights how targeted infrastructure and equipment can significantly improve accessibility and quality of life for disabled individuals in rural environments.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Hattie McCann South West BBC One of the tramper accessible paths on Dartmoor runs through Bellever Forest with views out over Bellever Tor Wheelchair users are enjoying newfound freedom as a fleet of all-terrain disability scooters are making it easier to access the great outdoors.
There are 39 beauty spots and attractions around south-west England that offer the trampers for hire, including one on Lundy, with 60 sites nationwide.
The hire scheme run by charity Disability Together for a small charge, is intended to encourage independence and boost inclusivity.
Wheelchair user Kate Wass said: "The tramper is my legs. I don't want the countryside changing... but I want to be able to access it, and be like everybody else".
She added: "Just being able to get out, smell the air, the peace, often you hear the birds... it means a lot."
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