If you have limited mobility and would like to explore Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest come and use our free off road mobility scooter (tramper).

You can explore both the National Pinetum and Forest with the tramper. To avoid disappointment please book at least 2 weeks ahead by calling the visitor centre.

Bedgebury National Pinetum

The Champion Bowland Tramper is now located at Gisburn Forest Hub and is available to hire from the cafe.  There is a five mile easy access trail from the cafe with a link route to Stocks Reservoir to enjoy the wonderful scenery along the Birch Hills Trail.  A perfect opportunity for less mobile people to enjoy the beauty of the forest.  The Tramper is provided by Forest of Bowland AONB. 

If you have short or long term limited mobility, enjoy one of our free off-road mobility vehicles.

You do not need to be registered disabled.

How to book

We recommend booking before you visit by calling 01751 460295.

Hire is free of charge and can be for half a day or a full day.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire one. 

Many of the nation's forests offer the hire of Trampers, enabling visitors with limited mobility to enjoy a day out in the forest.

We are delighted to have two Trampers – the all-terrain mobility scooter - available to hire here at Whinlatter.

You can follow our amazing Wow trail with spectacular views of the forest and fells beyond as you discover the story of Whinlatter.

Learn more about the Wow trail HERE.

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of our Trampers.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine.

Our Tramper is suitable for:

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’  trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme, that is supported by Forest Voluntary Action Forum and part-funded by Foresters’ Forest National Lottery Heritage funded programme.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’  trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme, that is supported by Forest Voluntary Action Forum and part-funded by Foresters’ Forest National Lottery Heritage funded programme.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’  trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme, that is supported by Forest Voluntary Action Forum and part-funded by Foresters’ Forest National Lottery Heritage funded programme.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’  trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme, that is supported by Forest Voluntary Action Forum and part-funded by Foresters’ Forest National Lottery Heritage funded programme.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

This circular route is suitable for bicycles and Trampers, passing some of Bellever's archaeological features.

The trail joins the Lych Way for a short distance before returning to the car park.

For a shorter, easygoing walk to a beautiful picnic spot, try the Easy Access trail.

We are delighted that we now have an all-terrain mobility scooter (Tramper) available to hire.

An easy path through mixed woodland with views over Stocks Reservoir. On this trail you will pass the old vicarage garden picnic area and two wildlife hides. This trail has also been adapted to be tramper friendly.  

We’ve partnered with Countryside Mobility (a charity initiative, operated by Living Options) to offer all-terrain mobility scooters (“Trampers”) for hire. Trampers are available to any visitors aged 14+ with limited mobility. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

A short, surfaced path leading from the car park to the East Dart riverbank, a perfect spot for scenic picnicking.

For a longer Tramper-friendly route, try the Cycle and Tramper trail.

Lynford Arboretum's Easy Access Trail has seating areas at regular intervals along its path so you can stop, enjoy the view and the peaceful forest.   

Join the friendly Haldon Rangers for a stroll through the woods every Monday at 10.30am.

We are a small, welcoming group who walk slowly and enjoy the views and pit stops on the benches.

Follow this trail to discover a beautiful view point where you can see up the valley of Cardinham Water to its source on Bodmin Moor. 

This trail contains some moderate slopes. The Callywith Wood Walk is suitable for our Tramper.

An all weather surfaced trail, suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.  This walk takes in some of the oldest trees in the forest with seating and a picnic bench along the way and at the Dragonfly Pond.

All the play areas are found along this trail.  

This 1.5km easy access trail guides you through the stunning beech woodland of Birchden. There are stops along the way to view sculptures that have been installed, giving you the opportunity to learn about the local history of the area. 

Whether you're looking for play and adventure or a bit of peace and quiet to observe the wildlife, we've got a trail for you.

For visitors with reduced mobility, we have three Trampers available to hire that are capable on the Discovery, Raptor and Butterfly trails.

Cardinham is famed for its walking trails, from easy routes to longer walks that include steep valley climbs and fantastic views. With four way-marked routes and miles of tracks to explore, Cardinham Woods offers a great day out.

This trail provides the perfect opportunity to explore the wide variety of forest environments at Haldon.

Experience some of the wildlife living here by visiting the popular bird of prey viewpoint - don't forget your binoculars!

The trail is fully surfaced but be prepared for a few steep ascents and descents. This trail is suitable for our Trampers.

Visitors with mobility issues are welcome to use our free of charge mobility scooters, manual wheelchairs or manual trike wheelchair.

Is a mobility scooter right for you? 

Mobility scooters are easy to use, though do require a level of strength and the ability to be able to be driven without assistance. You will be given instructions on how to use the scooter on arrival. 

This is a great all-ability trail for walkers and beginner cyclists. It's also ideal for those getting into jogging. The surfaced trail has regular resting points, and is suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs, and mobility vehicles. Visitors with limited mobility can hire one of our three off-road mobility Trampers.

Follow the gentle Lady Vale Walk to the Lady Vale Bridge then strike out uphill to reach the Scots Pine Picnic Area.

Take in the views before rejoining the Lady Vale Walk to return to the car park.

This trail is suitable for our off-road mobility vehicle. Find out more about how to hire our Tramper.

The Easy Access Trail is suitable for most wheelchairs and pushchairs, and has an optional shortcut.

After passing through a young conifer plantation the trail crosses a path and enters a majestic stand of mature Scots pine. Soon, the pine are replaced with large oak trees which line the path. Hereafter your experiences will depend on whether you choose the long or the short route.

Along this path, you can find the Gruffalo sculpture. 

We work alongside Butterfly Conservation to monitor and manage our butterfly area to provide the ideal conditions for many butterfly species.

Over 30 species have been recorded in our butterfly area, including one of Britain's rarest butterfly, the Pearl Bordered Fritillary.

This trail has varied surfaces and is steep in places. The Butterfly Trail is suitable for our Trampers.

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at our beautiful picnic area, just bring along good food and company! The main picnic area is a short walk from the car park, where there are several picnic benches. The picnic area can be reached with our Tramper.

There are also two picnic benches available on the Deviock Trail / Lidcutt Loop.

Help prevent forest fires - please do not use disposable BBQs.

This is the longest of the walking trails in Nightingale Wood.

In summer skylarks soar and yellowhammers perch in the hedgerows. In winter the hedgerows fill with redwings and fieldfares. Of the larger animals, the most likely to see is the roe deer, although you may also be lucky to see a fox crossing the path.

From the bird hide situated on this trail you can look out over South Marston Brook, a quiet place to rest and watch the birds and animals as they come and go.

If you venture into the deep, dark wood you may bump into one of six characters from The Gruffalo, the best-selling picture book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.

Follow the Lady Vale Walk to start your adventure.

Can you find The Gruffalo himself?