Access in National Parks
National Parks are committed to ensuring the outdoors are for everyone. Offering experiences, accessible routes, resources and equipment. National Parks are inclusive and adventure ready for all mobility needs. Some inclusive activities National Parks offer include wheelchair accessible boat trips, accessible sailing, canoe trips and day boat hire. National Parks also have accessible broad walks, picnic spots, all-terrain mobility scooters and wheelchair hire. You can also find accessible hotels, accommodation and local transport links.
Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
Experience thrilling adventures with Bannau Brycheiniog! Conquer rugged terrain on the terrain rider, join dynamic youth schemes, and explore residencies. Help shape accessibility and well-being initiatives. Embrace vibrant community life and adventure in the heart of the National Park.
Cairngorms
Experience the Cairngorms National Park like never before! Explore accessible trails at stunning locations. Dive into outdoor adventures with providers welcoming all abilities. Discover accessible accommodations, transport options, and vibrant community life, ensuring everyone can enjoy this breath-taking landscape!
Eryri (Snowdonia)
Experience the wonders of Eryri with accessible walks, tramper hires, and guide dog-friendly paths. Seek advice from Park Authority Information Centres and explore stunning scenery with ease. Accessible parking and toilets ensure everyone can enjoy Snowdonia's beauty hassle-free.
Lake District
Experience the Lake District's beauty without barriers. Discover accessible accommodation and miles without stiles routes. Join activity centres like Calvert Trust and Bendrigg Trust for inclusive adventures. Hire all-terrain mobility scooters or wheelchairs and access changing places facilities for convenience.
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
Discover accessible paths and scenic spots across the National Park for all abilities, including level walks, wheelchair-friendly routes, and scenic trails. Enjoy enchanting gardens, historic trails, riverside strolls, and cycling adventures along national cycle route 7. Explore Forth Valley's accessibility information for more inclusive experiences.
New Forest
Discover accessible trails in the New Forest National Park, each with accessible parking and toilets. Downloadable guides provide detailed information. Trails are graded as 'suitable for some,' accommodating confident wheelchair users and mobility scooters. Explore cycling routes for more adventure.
North York Moors
Discover miles without stiles routes in the North York Moors, perfect for limited mobility. Hire a tramper or explore coastal days out and accessible beaches. Plan your visit with information on toilets, accommodation, and transport in Yorkshire.
Northumberland
Explore the breath-taking wonders of Northumberland National Park with ease! Experience thrilling adventures and captivating vistas, now accessible to all with wheelchair-friendly attractions and information points.
Peak District
Experience the thrill of an accessible Peak District! Discover vibrant villages like Castleton, equipped with guides for hassle-free exploration. From dedicated parking to all-terrain wheelchairs, embark on boundless adventures.
Pembrokeshire Coast
Explore the magic of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park with the Access for All initiative! From wheelchair-accessible walks to easy beach access and stunning viewpoints, experience the beauty of nature regardless of mobility. Join on an unforgettable journey!
South Downs
Embark on an adventure in the South Downs! From miles without stiles to inclusive equipment hire, explore attractions, nature reserves, and family-friendly activities. With accessible bike and water equipment rentals.
Yorkshire Dales
Discover the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales National Park with the Access for All initiative! Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a rugged adventure, our miles without stiles routes cater to all abilities. Discover the tramper—a versatile buggy perfect for off-road exploration. Experience nature without limits!
National parks are cherished havens to all and dedicated to ensuring that our remarkable landscapes and scenery are accessible to everyone and inclusive to their mobility needs. Explore our guides on accessible activities to discover and some ideal destinations that accommodate wheelchairs, pushchairs, limited mobility, and those seeking more leisurely adventures. Whether it’s traversing rugged terrain or enjoying gentle strolls, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in our inspiring National Parks.
☀️Summer can unfold quietly in nature across our National Parks.
In @pembscoast it’s happening right now.
Wildflowers brighten the clifftops, from sea pinks and oxeye daisies. These colourful blooms don’t just look beautiful - they are also provide a vital food source for butterflies and bees. 🐝
These simple seasonal moments are a gentle reminder to slow down, take a closer look, and notice the quieter side of summer in nature. 🌼
#ParkSpotlight #Summer #UKNature
💚 It’s Love Parks Week! Share this with someone who loves the National Parks, or add it to your story to show others that you do too.
There’s so much to love about our National Parks. They’re not just great places to visit, they’re places that protect habitats, restore nature, support local families and businesses, and bring communities together.
We all have our own reasons for why these places are so special to us.
#LoveParksWeek #NationalParksUK
🦋 Some of the UK’s rarest butterflies find a home in our National Parks. Here are just a few.
From flower-rich meadows to ancient woodlands and heathlands, many of our landscapes provide the ideal conditions that butterflies need to thrive.
Every butterfly is a reminder of why these places matter and how we can all play a part in protecting them.
The Big Butterfly Count is happening now. If you’re out exploring this summer, take part and help build a picture of how our butterflies are doing 👉 bigbutterflycount.org
Photography 📸
@lloydlanephotography
Tammy Andrews
Lloyd Lane
Neil Hulme
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There’s something truly magical about the craft and skill of dry stone walling. 🪨
These remarkable walls still zigzag for more than 5,000 miles across the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
They’re a lasting reminder of the generations of craftsmanship that have shaped our landscapes, and of the traditional skills that continue to thrive across the UK’s National Parks.
🎥 Yorkshire Dales National Park
#ParkSpotlight #YorkshireDales
History doesn’t only live in museums.
It’s woven into the landscapes of our National Parks. From hillforts and castles to ancient pathways and drystone walls - these are places where heritage isn’t just protected - it’s still part of everyday life. 💚
When we protect these landscapes, we also protect the stories, traditions and history within them.
📍Dartmoor National Park
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There`s more to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park than lochs. 🌳
It`s also home to The Great Trossachs Forest – one of the UK`s largest woodland restoration projects.
So far, more than 2 million native trees have been planted, creating richer habitats for wildlife and helping shape healthier landscapes for the future.
And speaking of growing... today the National Park celebrates 24 years of protecting people, places and nature.
Happy Birthday @Lomondtrossachs! 🎉
#ParkSpotlight #UKForests
POV: One of those perfect July evenings.
🌾 Some of the best moments outdoors are the simple ones.
National Parks aren’t just places to visit on holiday. They’re where we connect with nature and ourselves, everyday.
Where’s your favourite place for a summer stroll? 💚
#Wellbeing #UKCountrySide #NationalParksUK
Wales is famous for its waterfalls 💧
Across UK National Parks, rivers have shaped the landscape over thousands of years, creating some of the UK’s most spectacular waterfalls.
From the force of the water to the life and habitats these rivers support, they’re a powerful reminder of the remarkable landscapes our National Parks protect.
📍Bannau Brycheiniog National Park
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