The River Eden loops around the town centre of Appleby. There is an accessible, flat and tarmacked riverside path with multiple benches overlooking the River Eden and it’s wildlife.
Parking and Toilets
There are 5 disabled parking bays in the centre of town within the disc zone, where you can park all day by displaying your disabled badge, and setting the clock. There are also two disabled bays in Broad Close Car Park, there is a large sign outlining how long you can park there for.
There are two public disabled toilets in the centre: one at Broad Close Car Park, and the other at the Moot Hall, Boroughgate. Both Appleby Hub Community Cafe and Appleby Public Hall also have disabled facilities.
Accessible Accommodation
If you are looking for accessible accommodation, The Hollies Bed and Breakfast on Roman Road have fantastic facilities, including a fully accessible ground floor lodge with full wet room, bath and separate shower.
Appleby Manor also have 5 ground floor bedrooms with walk-in showers, plus a flat side entrance to the Hotel.
Accessible Walks in the Eden Valley and Westmorland Dales
Please see the above link for what the Westmorland Dales has to offer. You can also watch a short film called ‘Get Outside in the Westmorland Dales‘. The aim of the film is to encourage people with disabilities and long term illness who live in the Westmorland Dales, to get outside and be active.
Lake District Accessible Visits, Attractions and Changing Places
The Lake District National Park is here for everyone to enjoy. No matter your background, ability or needs. We want to help make everyone’s visit to the Lake District enjoyable and memorable.
Lake District National Park Walks – Miles without Stiles
Miles without Stiles are walking routes for everyone. They take you along lake shores and riversides, to tarns and through woods, historic remains, and fell summits with amazing views. As well as not having any stiles to climb up and over, they are more accessible routes suitable for people with limited mobility. This includes wheelchair users, families with pushchairs, the visually impaired, and anyone who wants an easier walk with no scrambling, climbing or steep hills.
North Pennines Outdoor Mobility
The new North Pennines Outdoor Mobility network is now available. There are five specially designed, all-terrain mobility scooters available at sites across the area. Please visit their website for more information.
Accessible Things to do in the Yorkshire Dales
Please see the above website for accessible walks and attractions throughout the Yorkshire Dales.
