Access for All Guides

The Forest of Bowland National Landscape team are committed to exploring new ways to open up the outdoors to more people.  

From organising all-terrain wheelchair walks and activities for people with dementia and their carers, to developing outdoor learning and well-being programmes and supporting hospitality businesses on their journeys to being more accessible.

Access for all, Tramper, Gisburn Forest

This page provides an overview of what we, and partner organisations currently offer:

  • All-Terrain Wheelchair Hubs - hub locations in the Forest of Bowland where all-terrain wheelchairs can be hired for use on designated trails
  • Connecting People and Nature - a project focussed on promoting nature, wellbeing and outdoor learning in the Forest of Bowland
  • Days to Remember - information and resources aimed at older people and people living with dementia, alongside family members and carers
  • AccessAble Business Guides - information about hospitality businesses across the area who have produced accessibility guides (via the national organisation AccessAble) and walk-through site films - see informatoin below
  • Accessible Village Guides:
  • Accessibility Statement - the Forest of Bowland is committed to making its website accessible.  (information coming soon). AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.
  • Access for All Outdoor Conference 2024 - a summary of a 2-day event we held in June 2024: Access for All, A Celebration of What is Possible

 

AccessAble Business Guides & Films

The Forest of Bowland has collaborated with the Sustainable Tourism Business Network and AccessAble to create detailed access guides and films.

These comprehensive guides and films provide information to help visitors decide if a place meets individual accessibility needs, recognising that everyone’s requirements are unique.

 

Smelt Mill accommodation provider

Tourism Business Access Guides

Accommodation

Experiences & Activities

With thanks to Tom Pooley, Lancashire Lad for the production of the business films.