Breaking Down Barriers: The Challenges Disabled People Face When Getting Outdoors

Spending time outdoors can improve physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life.

Spending time outdoors can improve physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life.
Discover the mysterious Druid’s Temple at Swinton Bivouac near Masham. Explore woodland trails with the Tramper all-terrain wheelchair and enjoy accessible views across the Yorkshire Dales.

Access to the outdoors is not equal for everyone. From physical barriers and poor transport links to missing information and inaccessible facilities, disabled people face many challenges when trying to enjoy the countryside. This blog explores those barriers — and how we can work together to create a more inclusive outdoors.

Access the Dales hosted a Deaf EXperience at Ribblehead, blending history, nature, and community in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Join us for the Access the Dales Forest of Bowland Event, a free festival for children with disabilities. Discover nature and creativity at this inclusive event.

Explore the Yorkshire Dales' architectural wonders with Access the Dales. Discover historic abbeys and viaducts, perfect for all visitors.

This Guided linear walk on Wednesday 30th October 2024 follows a section of the Pennine Bridleway from The Thrang to The Water Cut. The Water Cut, a stone sculpture by Mary Bourne, sits high up on the eastern side of the Mallerstang valley

Discover the stunning Yorkshire Dales with "Walks Without Stiles," a guidebook celebrating inclusivity and accessible adventures for all.

Starting PointRichmond Swimming PoolOld Station YardDL10 4LDGrid Reference: NZ176008What 3 words: tickles.pollution.encodesYou can't really go wrong on this walk. The path follows the route of the old railway line (Darlington to Richmond) and is extremely flat and straight. Distance: 2 miles there and backTerrain: Solid wide track Gradient: Level track along all of the route.Facilities: Accessible toilets are available in the swimming pool and in The Station.There is a Café, ice cream parlour,
A stile free walk to Great Knoutberry Hill Yorkshire Dales.