Countryside attractions
Whether you want magnificent views, a country park, somewhere to walk the dog or simply go for a gentle stroll, you'll find plenty to choose from in Hampshire. There is a large choice of attractive sites with facilities for less mobile visitors, either contact the individual sites, or visit their websites for complete information concerning opening times, charges and facilities.
Accessible Countryside
Hampshire County Council has produced a guide detailing countryside attractions that can support less mobile visitors.
- For a copy of Accessible Countryside in Hampshire, call 0845 603 5636, textphone 0808 100 2484
- or visit www.hants.gov.uk/countryside to view the information online.
Country Parks
Some country parks have areas that are adapted for disabled people of all ages.
- Royal Victoria Country Park has a sensory garden and a wheelchair accessible play area
- Staunton Country Park also has a sensory garden with water features and wind chimes
- For more information visit www.hants.gov.uk/countryside
Parkmobility
This is an initiative by Eastleigh Shopmobility to encourage people with walking difficulties to visit country parks.
- A four-wheeled scooter and manual wheelchair are currently available at no cost from Lakeside Country Park, Southampton Road, Eastleigh.
- For further details phone the Park Manager at Lakeside on 023 8061 7882.
What am I entitled to?
The local authority is here to help everyone understand their needs and, if required, provide an assessment. To understand what help you are entitled to in more detail, please see what help am I entitled to.
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This page was last updated on 1 March 2012. © Copyright Hampshire County Council 2012.