Mobility hire at Cardinham Woods
What is a Tramper?
Our all-terrain mobility scooter is a Tramper, available to any visitors aged 14+ with limited mobility. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.
Trampers are safe and easy to use, even if you’ve never used a scooter before. All first time users are provided with a short introduction by our rangers to make sure you feel safe and confident.
Email us or call the Rangers' Office on 01208 76787 to find out more and book your Tramper.
Where can I go?
Our Tramper can tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. Our trails have been audited by Countryside Mobility and the Tramper is suitable for enjoying:
- Lady Vale Walk
- Callywith Wood Walk
- Lidcutt Loop
- The Tramper can also access our network of forest roads and all the central visitor areas, such as the cafe's outdoor seating area.
How to hire a Tramper
To hire the Tramper at Cardinham Woods, you can sign up to one of the Countryside Mobility Scheme's great value options:
| Annual membership* | £15 |
| 2 week membership* | £5 |
| Single hire membership | £3 |
*These memberships give you access to hire Trampers at around 50 other beauty spots around South West England.
Tramper users must be over the age of 14 in order to be insured. Please bring photo ID with you.
Our ranger will guide you through a short induction and will explain the trails that you can safely enjoy. We'll also give you our emergency contact information in case you need it while on the trails.
Hire rates
Trampers are available to hire Sunday to Thursday, 9.30am to 3.00pm (last hire is 2:00pm). Pre-booking is essential to provide you with a smooth hire experience. If you no longer need your booking, please let us know so we can offer the Tramper to someone else.
Prices are per Tramper and payable on arrival at Cardinham Woods:
| Up to 1.5 hours | £2.50 |
| Up to 3 hours | £5 |
Travelling to Cardinham Woods
Cardinham Woods is best accessed by car or taxi. The forest is not currently served by bus.
In partnership with Countryside Mobility
Our Tramper is provided through our partnership with Countryside Mobility (a charity initiative, operated by Living Options)
Information and booking
Cardinham Woods, Bodmin, PL30 4AL
Booking essential
Please book ahead so we can provide you with a smooth hire experience.
Contact us
Email us at cardinham.rangers@forestryengland.uk or call 01208 76787 to book