Sussex
Disabled Access, Wheelchair walks, Easy Access, Access for All, Mobility, Walks on Wheels, Miles without Stiles - whatever the term the following is all about accessibility to the countryside and green spaces of Sussex
Walks Greenspaces and Countryside
Abbots Wood - An 800m tarmac circuit near the edge of the wood guides the visitor through a variety of tree species.
Arlington Reservoir (Kingfisher Trail) - The first half of the trail is suitable for wheelchair access.
Beachy Head Peace Path - The Peace Path is a 750 metre circular route starting opposite the main Beachy Head car park and leading to a viewpoint on the Head. The path is a firm and even surfaced track with no gates, stiles or steps.
Blunts wood and Paiges meadow - Wheelchair access through broadleaf bluebell wood to wild flower meadow rich in native orchids and a profusion of other flowers. (supplied by sussexrambler click to visit his blog)
Broomhill Sands - A surfaced ramp provides access onto a 400 metre section of the sea wall from the car park giving superb views over Rye Bay.
Burton Pond Trail - The easy access trail forms part of the LNR Nature Trail that loops around the whole site leading to the historic Burton Park. The whole trail is approximately 400m long with lake views. It is fairly easy going for motorised wheelchairs and push chairs.
Butts Brow To Birling Gap Easy Access Trail - 6.5 miles - This is an easy access trail, ideally suited for walkers or outdoor mobility vehicles such as Trampers.
Centurion Way - This trail is suitable for people with impaired mobility, wheelchairs, mobility scooters and push chairs.
Coastal sites with surfaced trails - W. Sussex - Details and links for sites with surfaced trails in West Sussex
Dyke Railway Trail - This path is a hard surface with no steps or steep gradients and is in most parts wheelchair-friendly. It is 2km long and suitable for cyclists and horse riders
Easy Countryside Trails - West Sussex - 14 routes - These routes have no barriers, such as stiles or steps. Some are designated easy access trails while others use existing rights of way, and may not be surfaced.
High and Over Trail - (Off the road from Seaford to Alfriston in the Cuckmere Valley) - The track is undulating but has a smooth surface with no stiles or steps. At only 75m in total this short track is an ideal viewpoint, with picnic tables.
Highwoods - (off Pear Tree Lane, north west of Bexhill on Sea) - A 600m surfaced trail of medium difficulty leads through the varied woodland of this site including a restored pond with diverse wildlife.
Hollingbury Woods Easy Access Trail - This trail is suitable for people with impaired mobility, wheelchairs, mobility scooters and push chairs.
Humphry Smith Trail - (off Pear Tree Lane, north west of Bexhill on Sea) - 600 metres - Built in 1996 and made of local stone, the path winds through woodland and more open areas. No accessible toilets. No admission charge.
Kingley Vale - This trail is suitable for people with impaired mobility, wheelchairs, mobility scooters and push chairs.
Lewes Railway Land - A 500 metre surfaced path leads to a bird hide in an old signal box. This is open on certain days of the week or by arrangement, but has restricted door width.
Lynchmere Common Trail - The path leads through a lightly wooded area with views to the surrounding lowland heath where heather blooms in late summer. It is 480m long (approximately quarter of a mile) and has at its end a bench and a viewpoint.
Mill Hill Trail - The Mill Hill access trail is a 500m wheelchair-friendly circular route with passing and resting places. Half way round the trail you will find a view point and wheelchair-friendly picnic table.
Park Wood - a short trail suitable for disabled users - An 800m tarmac circuit near the edge of the wood guides the visitor through a variety of tree species. Toilets with disabled facilities. - ACE believes this is now managed by The Environment Agency and has not been able to find any access info published by them!
Salterns Way - Salterns Way is an 18km (12 mile) cycle and wheelchair route from the centre of Chichester to the sand dunes of East Head in the Chichester Harbour AONB
Seven Sisters Trail - This trail is suitable for people with impaired mobility, wheelchairs, mobility scooters and push chairs.
Stanmer Park & Ditchling Beacon - Stanmer's easy access route sweeps 5 miles around the park along the ridge, through the woods and back down into the park. If you are using a pushchair or wheelchair you may appreciate being dropped off near the top at Upper Lodge Wood and picked up back down in the park itself.
Country Parks
Ditchling Common Country Park - This large country park shows the stages of ecological succession from grassland to woodland. The 750 metre trail of medium difficulty undulates slightly but has a consistent crushed stone surface.
Seven Sisters Country Park - Many facilities have easy access including a 2km track to the sea. This track is mostly concrete but has a well-worn grass track for the last 700m which is accessible during summer.
Nature Reserves
Castle Water and Rye Harbour - The site is quite flat with some wheelchair access to four of the hides, although there are stiles where the sheep are grazing the fields.
Stoneywish LNR - (Charges) Designated parking at the entrance and an easy-access disabled toilet. An all-ability path takes visitors around the entire reserve.
Pagham Harbour LNR - Access to the Sidlesham Ferry Nature Trail is via a level path from the Visitor Centre car park. The trail passes Ferry Pool Hide which is approached by a hard path and has an adapted viewing place.
Pulborough Brooks (RSPB) - Wetland Trail (charges) - this gentle walk, just over two miles (3.5km), is suitable for the whole family The stone path (with gradients) is accessible for manual wheelchairs with a strong helper. A motorised buggy (Tramper) is available (pre-booking is recommended)
Weir Wood Reservoir Local Nature Reserve - An easily accessible bird hide and viewing platform are popular with birdwatchers.
Woods Mill LNR - The reserve is free to visit, with disabled access, a large car park and toilets.
Other Useful Links
Accessibility in Brighton - General visitor information, Shopmobility, parking etc. from visitbrighton.com
Accessible Toilets in Brighton and Hove - Location and opening hours available as a download and details of any temporary closures
Access Eastbourne - local accessible places and services
Activities, Respite Rehabilitation Care Centres (ARRCC) - We provide a dynamic Day Centre in the community for adults living with a wide range of physical/sensory impairments.
Care for the Carers - an independent charity which supports unpaid carers in East Sussex who look after a relative, friend or neighbour who is frail, disabled, and/or has a long term illness.
East Sussex Beaches - list and links to info
East Sussex Disability Association - enables disabled people in East Sussex to achieve independence and control over their own lives.
Sussex Area (RA) Accessible Rambles Guide - The Sussex area of the Ramblers is publishing this guide to encourage you to get out and explore the countryside if you: Use a wheelchair or buggy for mobility or want to explore the countryside with children in a pram or something similar or are less agile than you would like to be.
Sussex Disabled Clay Shooters Group - Clay shooting is a sport that should be enjoyed by all.....the Sussex CPSA Committee are keen to encourage disabled persons whether new to the sport and would like to have a go.
Introduction to accessibility in Brighton - If you're looking for information on disabled access in Brighton, the Brighton Visitor Information Centre provides as much assistance as possible for visitors with disabilities.
The Carers Centre for Brighton & Hove - a local charity which exists to support anyone caring for a partner, relative or friend who needs help because of illness, disability, substance misuse or old age.
The Garnet Access Project - The Garnet Access Project exists to promote disabled access to the countryside using quad bikes and amphibious six-wheelers.