East Yorkshire Countryside Directory for People with Disabilities

second edition

Whatever your needs, access to and enjoyment of the countryside is rewarding, healthy and great fun. This directory can help you find out what opportunities are available to you in your area. Get yourself outdoors and enjoy all the benefits that come with it…

With a foreword by

The Hon. Mrs Susan Cunliffe-Lister, HM Lord-Lieutenant of the East Riding of Yorkshire

This directory was put together by people with a disability for people with a disability, though the places and information included will be useful to anyone.

With a wealth of hidden treasures, East Yorkshire is often referred to as ‘Britain’s best kept secret’. Savour its traditions, stately homes, stunning nature reserves and colourful seaside life. East Yorkshire has many claims to fame; did you know, for example, that Britain’s tallest man came from Market Weighton, and that Hull is home to England’s smallest window?

For people interested in wildlife and conservation there is much that can be done from home or a local accessible area. Whatever your chosen form of countryside recreation, whether it’s joining a group, doing voluntary work, or getting yourself out into the countryside on your own, we hope you will get as much out of it as we do.

There is still some way to go before we have a properly accessible countryside. By contacting Open Country or another of the organisations listed here, you can help to encourage better access for all in the future.

Revised March 2015. First published 2005

Using the Directory

Throughout the Directory you will see some symbols. These are to help you see what kind of facilities or information is available. Please also contact individual places to ask what they can offer people with disabilities.

Key:

Accessible parking is available P

A wheelchair accessible toilet is available

Scooters / wheelchairs are available for loan

Large print leaflets are available

A Braille guide is available

Please see the map below as an indication of the areas mentioned:

Contents

1. Walking and Outings 1

Breakfree 2 Clubs and Contacts 3 - 6 Easy Going Walks 7 - 10 Markets 11 - 12 Outings 13 - 20

2. Sports and Outdoor Pursuits 21

Clubs & Contacts 22 - 23 Outdoor Pursuits 24 - 30 Cycling 31 - 36 Fishing 37 - 40 Horse Riding 41 - 42

3. Wildlife & Conservation 43

Clubs and Organisations 44 - 46 Accessible Wildlife Sites 47 - 57 Local Nature Reserves 52 - 54

4. Volunteering 55

General Contacts 56 Volunteering in the Countryside 57 - 59 Countryside Employment 60

5. Useful Information 61

Community Transport 62 Public Transport 63 - 64 RADAR, Blue Badge and Wheelchair Hire 65 Shopmobility 66 Disability Links 66 Publications 67 - 70 Tourist Information Centres 71 Customer Service Centres 72 Websites Worth a Surf… 62 - 63

6. The Countryside Code 75

7. A bit about the authors and funders 76

Walking & Outings

1. Walking and Outings

Breakfree 2 Walking Clubs and Contacts 3 - 6 Easy Going Walks 7 - 10 Markets 11 - 12 Outings 13 - 20

Breakfree

Open Country have produced four Breakfree packs for Harrogate District, Nidderdale AONB and

Wharfedale (web-based).

Great for short walks, nature trails, children, cycles and people with disabilities.

The packs have clear, colour maps for each place, with all the information you need to help plan your day.

Call Open Country on 01423 507227 and we will gladly post them to you.

Breakfree: get healthy and

discover your local green space!

Walking Clubs & Contacts

Active Hull

Hull Sports Development, Andrew Marvel College, Barham Road, Hull, HU9 4EE Tel: 01482 331643 Email: [email protected] www.activehull.co.uk

. Countryside Walks run every month on a Friday and cover between 6 and 8 miles across countryside paths and can be muddy. The walks meet outside Hull Truck at 09:30am and aim to be back in Hull for 2:30pm. The cost is £5 per person to cover the hire of the minibus. . Nordic Walking takes place every Tuesday from East Park. Contact Lisa Hutson to book – 07952 483027. All sessions last for one hour and poles are available for hire.

Bridlington Old Town

Contact: Bridlington Tourist Information Centre Tel: 01482 391634

A leaflet, ‘Bridlington Old Town Trail’ gives details of the town’s living heritage.

Countryside Access Team

Contact: East Riding of Yorkshire Council Tel: 01482 395201 Email: [email protected] www.eastriding.gov.uk/countrysideaccess

Contact the council to comment or complain on rights of way in the county. The team also run a variety of Countryside Events including guided walks, their brochure can be downloaded from: www2.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/countryside-and-walks

Disabled Ramblers www.disabledramblers.co.uk

The Disabled Ramblers helps mobility-challenged people get back out into the countryside. Able-bodied helpers are welcome to support members and to help with loading scooters and other jobs. About 30 rambles are run each year across England and Wales – mostly from March to October. They ramble in all weathers and over a variety of terrain. The rambles are graded according to difficulty; some are suitable for shopping buggies and power chairs, whilst others need larger scooters capable of travelling over rough ground. For enquiries use the form on the ‘Contact Us’ page on their website.

Walking Clubs & Contacts

East Riding Walking for Health Schemes

Contact: Jennifer Lonsdale (Healthy Lifestyles Development Officer) Tel: 01482 392527 Email: [email protected] www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

The scheme runs a series of free guided walks for all ages and abilities, aimed at anyone who has an interest in walking or wants to slowly introduce exercise into their daily routine. They offer a range of walks starting from 30 minutes to 2 hours. Currently there are 18 sites across the East Riding running the schemes with over 40 led walks per month. You can download a ‘Walking for Health’ brochure here: www2.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/countryside-and-walks

Hornsea Town Walks

Tel: 01964 533443 Email: [email protected] www.hornseamuseum.com

Hornsea Museum offers guided walks around the town. They are taken by two of their experienced and knowledgeable staff and held on a regular basis throughout summer. Contact the Museum for future dates.

Hull and Beverley Guided Walks

Contact: Paul Schofield Tel: 01482 878535 Email: [email protected]

From April to October a variety of walks led by English Heritage accredited guides are available including, Old Town Walks and Ghost Walks.

Open Country, Harrogate

Contact: David Shaftoe Tel: 01423 507227 Email: [email protected]

Open Country runs four different walking clubs and between them they should be suitable for most people.

 The Weekend Walking Group members have learning disabilities and mental health issues. They meet twice a month for cross-country rambles of about 7-9 miles.  The Easy Going Walks group meets once a month for 2-3 mile walks along fully accessible paths, so the walks are suitable for everyone, including wheelchair users.  During the week, we have two chargeable services – Walk on the Wild Side and our Weekday Walking Group. Contact us for further details.

Walking Clubs & Contacts

The Ramblers

2nd floor, Camelford House, 87-90 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7TW Tel: 020 7339 8500 Email: [email protected] www.ramblers.org.uk

The Ramblers is Britain's walking charity, working to safeguard the footpaths, the countryside and other places people go walking, and to encourage more people to take up walking. They provide information and publications and promote walking for all throughout England, Wales and Scotland. There are several local groups across Yorkshire, each group has its own walks programme with walks ranging from easy to strenuous. You can search for a group near you: www.ramblers.org.uk/go-walking/group- finder.aspx

Walking the East Riding www.walkingtheriding.eastriding.gov.uk

A website that helps you to enjoy the varied countryside of East Yorkshire. Whether you’re an experienced walker or just fancy a Sunday stroll, you’ll find a route to suit your needs, with accessibility information for each walk.

Yorkshire Wolds Way

Contact: Malcolm Hodgson, National Trails Officer North York Moors National Park, The Old Vicarage, Bondgate, Helmsley, YO62 5BP. Tel: 01439 772700 Email: [email protected] www.nationaltrail.co.uk/yorkshire-wolds-way

Walking Clubs & Contacts

This 80 mile long National Trail follows the crescent of the enchanting Yorkshire Wolds. There are no serious hills en route and the surfaces are generally stone or compacted short grass. Some of the walks follow a circular route whilst others are linear. There are 7 ‘Easy Access’ walks which you can download from the website.

Permissive access http://cwr.naturalengland.org.uk

Increasingly, permissive rights of access are created under the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) farm conservation schemes. On their website you can find details and maps of more than 1,800 walks and rides and areas of open access. Only a small proportion have access for all. Printed copies are held by some councils. These rights of access are often only for a few years, and more are being added. Currently there is only one DEFRA site with ‘Easy Access’ in East Yorkshire – RSPB Bempton Cliffs. See their website for further details.

Open Access

Tel: 0845 100 3298 (Open Access Contact Centre) Email: [email protected] www.gov.uk/right-of-way-open-access-land/use-your-right-to-roam

Under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CRoW), the public can walk freely on mapped areas of mountain, moor, heath, downland and registered common land without having to stick to paths. This major new right to walk freely over mapped ‘access land’ was completed across England on October 31st 2005. The new right of open access includes using a wheelchair or mobility scooter. Clearly, most areas will not be very accessible, but you can view the CRoW maps for further information, or give the Contact Centre a call. Access land is shown on the new OS maps with the symbol below.

You can download East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s ‘Open Access Walks’ booklet which lists 10 walks in Open Access areas of the East Riding: www2.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/countryside-and-walks/places-to- visit/other-places-to-visit

Easy Going Walks

Please note that paths are subject to natural erosion and their quality may vary over time. Maintenance of the paths should be on-going. Please ring your local Access Officer or Open Country if you would like to report or comment on any accessible paths.

Barmby Tidal Barrage, Barmby-on-the-Marsh

Map: OS Explorer 291 Grid ref: SE 681286 P Tel: 01757 638579

The barrage prevents the tidal River Ouse from entering the River Derwent. Accessible toilets, bird hide, fishing platforms and paths. The car park is accessed via the end of the High Street.

Brayton Barff Woods

Map: OS Explorer 290 Grid ref: SE 585305 P Barff Lane, near Thorpe Wiloughby, Selby www.yorkshirewater.com

Actually in North Yorkshire, Brayton Barff is a covered reservoir set in woodland and is a popular local beauty spot of some ornithological interest. The walk is 1.3 miles along unsurfaced paths that are undulating, but suitable for wheelchair users. Leaflet available from Yorkshire Water or download it from the website above.

Flamborough, South Landing

Map: OS Explorer 301 Grid ref: TA 231695 P South Landing Beach, Flamborough, YO15 1PQ Signposted from the B1259 to Flamborough Head. Tel: 01262 673474

The wheelchair accessible trail passes through woodland and meadow, finishing at the cliff top, with a view onto the beach and the splendid vista of Bridlington Bay. There is a nice sculpture trail around the site and frequent resting places. The pebbly beach can be reached down the very steep road to the Lifeboat Station (no parking for visitors). The Living Seas Centre has an accessible toilet and a pay and display car park - Blue Badge holders must pay. There is also an accessible toilet at North Landing (take the B1255 out of Flamborough - North Marine Road), with a café, accessible shop and great views!

Disused Rail Trails

Email: [email protected] www2.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/countryside-and-walks/places-to- visit/other-places-to-visit

The four rail trails are ideal routes to use either for a short stroll, family walk or as part of a long distance route. The vast majority of the railway lines have sections that are accessible by wheelchairs, although some

Easy Going Walks

routes have ramps that may be difficult for some users. In the winter months, unsurfaced sections can be muddy. See ‘Cycling’ – page 35.

 Hull to Hornsea  Hull to Withernsea  Holme-on-Spalding Moor to Bubwith  Beverley to Market Weighton (Hudson Way) www.nationaltrail.co.uk/yorkshire-wolds-way

A pleasant walk along track bed of old railway from the centre of Market Weighton. Return the same way (1½ miles) or via Goodmanham (2 miles extra).

Humber Bridge

Ferriby Road, Hessle, HU13 0JG Tel: 01482 647161 Email: [email protected] www.humberbridge.co.uk

One of the world’s longest single-span suspension bridges. Tolls apply for vehicles crossing. Has combined footways and cycle paths (tarmac) on both carriageways, which are wheelchair accessible. It is just under a mile each way. You can combine it with a trip to Waters Edge Country Park or Far Ings Nature Reserve which are at the south end of the bridge (see ‘Accessible Wildlife Sites’ – pages 48 & 50). Parking and accessible toilets can be found at Humber Bridge Country Park (see next page).

Easy Going Walks

Humber Bridge Country Park

Map: OS Explorer 293 Grid ref: TA 021259 P Off the roundabout to the North of the Humber Bridge. Tel: 01482 395207 www.eastriding.gov.uk

A former chalk quarry, now an area of 50 acres with woodlands, meadows and trails. Accessible toilet near the Tourist Information Centre. Use a RADAR key or get a key from the centre when open. A leaflet gives details of the best routes for people with mobility difficulties. The paths are mainly good, but it is a hilly site and there are steps in places. Starting on the Hessle foreshore there is a 1 mile barrier free walk, with rest places no more than 100 metres apart.

Old Railway Station, Stamford Bridge

Map: OS Explorer 294 Grid ref: SE 712552

This pleasant linear walk along the disused railway line (half a mile each way) starts at the Old Railway Station on Church Road, where there is a small car park. The tarmac path has good wheelchair access. Approximately half way along the viaduct, there is a ‘Three Valleys’ motor cycle barrier, but larger wheelchairs will be able to continue along the path via an unlocked wooden field gate, though a helper may be needed to open it. The walk offers brilliant views over the River Derwent and surrounding area. Some aspects of the old station and track have been preserved. Nearest accessible toilets are in the town at The Square.

Easy Going Walks

Promenades www.eastriding.gov.uk P

The resort towns of Bridlington, Hornsea and Withernsea have wheelchair accessible promenades. Bridlington seafront, in particular, takes you along what must be one of the longest pieces of artwork in Britain, with murals, sculpture and paintings. An ‘All Terrain Landeez Beach Wheelchair’ is available for hire on Bridlington’s south beach; the large rubber wheels of the Landeez are designed especially for outdoor use, making the beach easily accessible. Contact the Foreshores office for further details, Tel: 01262 678255. There are accessible toilets on Marine Drive (Hornsea), Central Promenade (Withernsea) and Queen Street (Bridlington).

Seven Corners Lane Walk, Beverley

Map: OS Explorer 293 Grid ref: TA 028399 http://walkingtheriding.eastriding.gov.uk/find-walks/beverley-area

Amble through a part of Beverley, which you didn’t even know existed! 100 yards or so from the traffic lights at North Bar, the lane leaves North Bar Without to twist and turn its way around olde worlde cottages and bigger, period houses before emerging on York Road at Sterne's Corner. A relatively flat route without any barriers, approximately 0.5 miles long. There are accessible toilets on Lord Roberts Road and Station Square.

Snaith Heritage Trail

Map: OS Explorer 293 Grid ref: SE 643223 http://walkingtheriding.eastriding.gov.uk/find-walks/goole-and- howdenshire-area

An easygoing walk, mainly on pavements suitable for wheelchairs, approximately 1.5 miles long. Start point and parking at Snaith Station car park.

Sugar Mill Ponds

Map: OS Explorer 291 Grid Ref: SE 782299 P Contact: Countryside Access Team Tel: 01482 395201 Email: [email protected]

Follow A614 from Rawcliffe, taking the signs to Rawcliffe Bridge. Turn right at brown tourist sign up a single-track road. Two large ponds dominate the site, once a brick works. There is a mosaic of habitats including reed bed, woodland and scrub. Picnic area. Access is good, with level paths. Viewing areas are built over the ponds for wheelchair access. Blue Badge parking by reserve. No toilets.

Markets

Markets are a fun countryside outing and a chance to see a new place and buy local fare. You could also join up the visit with a nice walk in the area.

Beverley General Market Wednesdays and Saturdays Tel: 01482 395904

Bridlington General Market Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays & Bank Holidays Tel: 01723 352464

Cottingham General Market Thursdays 8am – 5pm Farmers’ Market 2nd Saturday of the month

Driffield General Market Thursdays and Saturdays Tel: 01377 254160 Farmers’ Market 1st Saturday of the month

Goole General Market (indoor) Tuesdays to Saturdays Tel: 01405 763652

Farmers’ Market Last Sunday of the month

Hedon General Market Wednesdays Tel: 01482 898428

Markets

Hornsea General Market (indoors) Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays & Bank Holidays (extra days June – September) Farmers’ Market 4th Saturday of the month

Howden General Market (indoor) Fridays 9am – 4pm Tel: 01430 430111

Humber Bridge Farmers’ Market 1st Saturday of the month

Market Weighton General Market Fridays Tel: 01430 871430 Farmer’s market 3rd Saturday of the month

Pocklington General Market Tuesdays 8.30am – 5pm Tel: 01482 395904

Skirlington General Market (indoor/outdoor) Wednesdays, Sundays & Bank Holidays (extra days during the summer) Tel: 01636 701795

Withernsea General Market (indoor/outdoor) Thursday, Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays (also Tuesdays in July and August)

Outings

Contacts

British Red Cross Open Gardens Scheme www.redcross.uk.org/opengardens

Open Gardens allows keen gardeners to share their passion, while helping people in crisis.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council

Tel: 01482 395207 www.eastriding.gov.uk

East Riding of Yorkshire Council produces a leaflet entitled ‘Countryside Events’ which lists many local events for people with varying abilities. Ring for a copy or visit www.eastriding.gov.uk/events.

Open Country, Harrogate

Contact: David Shaftoe Tel: 01423 507227 Email: [email protected]

This group is especially for those with limited mobility, wheelchair users and people with visual impairments (though we don't refuse anyone else who’d really like to join in). The group enjoys twice-monthly trips to country houses, parks, gardens and other countryside places. Fully accessible transport is provided.

The National Gardens Scheme

Tel: 01483 211535 Email: [email protected] www.ngs.org.uk

This scheme offers a wonderful chance to see some of the best gardens in the country. You can use the website to search for a garden near you (there are many in East Yorkshire), and find out about accessibility. Admission charges apply.

Visit England www.visitengland.com/accessforall

The National Accessible Scheme (NAS) is a national scheme which helps you find accommodation to suit your needs, independently assessed by trained assessors against demanding criteria. Assessed properties will have facilities such as handrails, ramps, level-access showers, hearing loops and colour contrast. See their website for tips and advice on holiday travel in England and to find NAS accredited accommodation.

Outings

Bridlington Birds of Prey and Animal Park

Covert Lane, Carnaby, Bridlington, YO15 3QF P Tel: 01262 673653 Email: [email protected] www.bridlingtonanimalpark.co.uk

Family day out to see birds of prey, meerkats, sheep, goats, alpacas and much more. Daily events include flying demonstrations, pig racing and small animal holding. Café, gift shops, picnic areas, parking, toilets. Seasonal opening.

Burnby Hall Gardens & Museum

The Balk, Pocklington, YO42 2QF P Tel: 01759 307125 Email: [email protected] www.burnbyhallgardens.com

Brilliant access! The two lakes are home to the National Collection of Hardy Water Lilies, with over 80 varieties. The lakes teem with fish, including Koi carp. Primrose Wood offers a nice accessible walk. Open air band concerts on some summer Sundays. Seasonal opening. The gardens are very wheelchair accessible, with a number of wheelchairs available for free loan. Special viewing platforms allow wheelchair users to feed the fish at close quarters. Shop, museum, tearoom, toilets and even the children’s playground are accessible. Seats everywhere. Assistance dogs only welcome. Essential carers get free admission.

Outings

Burton Agnes Hall and Gardens

Driffield, YO25 4NB P Tel: 01262 490324 Email: [email protected] www.burtonagnes.com

On the A166 York to Bridlington Road between Driffield and Bridlington. A magnificent example of late Elizabethan architecture. Seasonal opening. Ground floor only accessible, but reduced rate offered. The gardens contain over 3,000 different plants, with a walled garden, jungle garden, giant games and even a maze. Café, ice cream parlour, shops, plant sales. Nearly everything is accessible on paving slabs or gravel. There are a few small (3cm) sills to the restaurant, shop and maze. To get entry tickets, you have to go up steps to the Hall. Assistance dogs welcome. Blue Badge parking near house and restaurant.

Burton Constable Hall

Burton Constable, Skirlaugh, Hull, HU11 4LN P Tel: 01964 562400 Email: [email protected] www.burtonconstable.com

6 miles North East of Hull, 13 miles from Beverley. Elizabethan house situated near the Holderness Coast. The Pleasure Ground has an orangery, gardens with statuary and 300 acres of parkland and wildfowl lakes landscaped by ‘Capability Brown’ in the 18th century. There is a tea room, picnic area and accessible toilet. The grounds are fairly accessible, but there are large diameter gravel paths in places. Blue badge parking in car park and at the front of the Hall. Stair lift to first floor. Wheelchair loan. Assistance dogs welcome. No charge for essential carers. Seasonal opening.

Fimber Old Station Picnic Site

Located on the B1248 (Sat Nav postcode YO25 3HG) P

A pleasant location, on the site of the former Fimber/Sledmere railway station, closed in 1958. It is situated in a small wooded area with bird feeding stations. There are picnic tables and accessible toilets (Radar key required). Children’s nature trails are run periodically. Superb snowdrop display in February and good wheelchair access throughout. Seasonal kiosk.

Flamborough Headland and Lighthouse P

There are some tarmac paths around the car park, including a short path to the Signal Station. The Headland Path is grassed and only firm in the summer months (see ‘Local Nature Reserves’ - page 53).

Outings

Honeysuckle Animal Farm

Bewholme Lane, Hornsea, HU18 1BY. Off the B1244 to Hornsea. Tel: 01964 533873 Email: [email protected] www.honeysucklefarm.co.uk

Seasonal opening. A farm with sheep, cows, donkeys, cart rides, animal and fish feeding, homemade ice cream and a tearoom. The paths around the fields and entry to the tearoom are accessible. The toilet is large enough to accommodate a wheelchair.

Hull and East Riding Museum

36, High Street, Hull, HU1 1NQ P Tel: 01482 300300

Boasts some of the most spectacular natural history and archaeology displays in Britain. Wheelchair accessible lifts are available to all levels of the museum. Limited Blue Badge parking is available on the Museum Quarter site by prior arrangement. Please ring 01482 616 428 for information. Alternatively, two on street Blue Badge parking bays are available on Ghandi Way approximately 70m from the Museums Quarter entrance. Assistance dogs welcome.

Hull Fish Trail

Hull Tourist Information Centre, P 1 Paragon Street, Hull, HU1 3NA Tel: 01482 223559

Using the Hull Old Town Visitor Guide, find the fish and explore the beautiful streets of Hull Old Town in the process. You can receive a certificate upon completion from the Tourist Information Centre. Good access and accessible toilets nearby in Queen Victoria Square. Trail starts at the Tourist Information Centre. There are several Blue Badge parking bays along Paragon Street.

Humber Bridge

Ferriby Road, Hessle, HU13 0JG Tel: 01482 647161 Email: [email protected] www.humberbridge.co.uk

Outings

Humber Bridge Country Park

Map: OS Explorer 293 Grid ref: TA 021259 P Off the roundabout to the North of the Humber Bridge. Tel: 01482 395207 www.eastriding.gov.uk

Rudston Monolith

Rudston, off the B125, near Bridlington

Standing in Rudston Churchyard, at almost 26 feet high, it is Britain’s tallest single standing stone. How did the monolith come to be erected over 4000 years ago on a site roughly 10 miles from the nearest source of grit stone? Fossilised dinosaur footprints on one side of the stone may have contributed to its importance to those who erected it. There is wheelchair access from the side lane.

Scenic Drives www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com

‘Visit Hull and East Yorkshire’ promote three scenic drives starting in Beverley, Bridlington and Pocklington.

Sewerby Hall and Gardens

Church Lane, Sewerby, Bridlington, YO15 1EA P Tel: 01262 673769 Email: [email protected] www.sewerbyhall.co.uk

Built between 1714 and 1720, the Hall is set in 50 acres of gardens on a cliff top position near Bridlington. The gardens, tearooms, children’s zoo, hall and museum are wheelchair accessible, though due to conservation issues, motorised buggies are not permitted in the hall or the first floor of the Old Laundry Block. There are tarmac paths almost everywhere including the parkland. The walled garden has crazy paving that is a bit bumpy and uneven in places. There is also some gravel that can be deep in places – it can be avoided by keeping left in the rose garden. There is also a raised sensory garden. The Hall has seasonal opening, though the estate is open all year. You can travel in style on the land-train from Bridlington (call 01262 678255 for details).

Outings

Skidby Windmill and Museum of East Riding Rural Life

Skidby, Cottingham, HU16 5TF 4 miles south of Beverley, off the A164. Tel: 01482 848405 www.museums.eastriding.gov.uk/skidby-mill

Yorkshire’s last working windmill – almost 200 years after the mill was built, wheat is still ground here. Only the ground floor of the mill is accessible, but webcams allow the tower to be viewed from downstairs. The museum displays the horticultural and rural history of the East Riding. Free car parking 100m from the mill. Café and picnic area. Accessible toilet in the museum.

Sledmere House

Sledmere, Driffield, YO25 3XG Tel: 01377 236637 Email: [email protected] www.sledmerehouse.com

Off the A166 York – Bridlington Road. Beautiful stately home built in 1751. The gardens and ‘Capability Brown’ parkland offer enjoyment for all, with grazing deer nearby. Seasonal opening. All parts of the house (lift to first floor) café, shop and garden are wheelchair accessible Assistance dogs are welcome.

Stamford Bridge

10 miles east of York, on the A166 P

Stamford Bridge is where the last Saxon victory took place before the Norman conquest of 1066, fought by King Harold of England against the invading Norse army of Hardrada. Two monuments to the battle have been erected; the Village Monument is located on Main Street (A166). A second monument is located at the battlefield site at the end of Whiterose Drive. There is a free car park with Blue Badge parking on Viking Road, and accessible toilets are in the town at The Square. See ‘Easy Going Walks’ – page 9.

Outings

Sykes Churches Trail

Contact: East Yorkshire Historic Churches Trust Tel: 01377 288233 www.eychurches.org.uk

This trail leads you to some of the most fascinating churches in East Yorkshire. The churches in this trail were built, rebuilt or restored by Sir Tatton Sykes, 4th baronet of Sledmere (1772 – 1863) and his successor. There are northern and southern routes, including churches at Sledmere, Thixendale and Wetwang. The leaflet details which churches have limited wheelchair access, parking and nearby public houses or cafés.

The Deep

Tower Street, Hull, HU1 4DP P Tel: 01482 381000 Email: [email protected] www.thedeep.co.uk

Visit ‘the world’s first submarium’ and discover the story of the world’s oceans on a dramatic journey back in time and into the future. Electric and manual wheelchairs are available on a first come first served basis. Essential carers go free of charge. All levels are accessible by lift. There is a café, shop and picnic area. The café gives panoramic views over the Humber Estuary. A basic signing service for deaf visitors can be arranged with advanced notice. Assistance dogs welcome. Audio and large print copies of The Deep guidebook are available from reception.

Harbour Porpoises can often be seen around the Humber, especially in spring. The viewing gallery at The Deep is reputed to be a good vantage point: www.wdcs.org.uk

Wassand Hall

Seaton, Hull, HU11 5RJ Tel: 01964 534488 www.wassand.co.uk

Between Seaton and Hornsea on the B1244, approximately 12 miles east of Beverley, 18 miles north of Hull. Wassand Hall is a fine Regency House in beautiful tranquil surroundings The Estate has been in one family ownership since 1520 and enjoys beautiful walled gardens, woodland walk and half-mile park walk with views of Hornsea Mere which belongs to the Estate. The house, gardens and parks are open on selected days during the summer, when teas are available for ticket holders in the fine conservatory in Wassand’s beautifully planted walled gardens. Accessible toilet. Wheelchair access to ground floor of hall.

Outings

Wharram Percy Medieval Village

Map: OS Explorer 100 Grid ref: SE 859645 Contact: English Heritage Tel: 0870 3331181 www.english-heritage.org.uk/wharrampercy

6 miles SE of Malton, on minor road from B1248 ½ mile S of Wharram le Street. This is one of about 3,000 ancient villages abandoned between the 11th and 18th centuries and the foundations of more than 30 medieval peasant houses are still visible at the site. The site is inaccessible to wheelchair users, with a very steep and rough half mile walk and steps from the parking area. The guide book is available from Kirkham Priory or Pickering Castle and may not be purchased at the site itself. You can download a short audio commentary tour for Wharram Percy from the English Heritage web site. It is designed to be played on an iPod, mobile phone or mp3 player so that you can listen to the guide as you walk around the site. Accessible toilets are available at Stamford Bridge Square and Malton Market Place.

Withernsea Lighthouse & Museum

Hull Road, Withernsea, HU19 2DY Tel: 01964 614834 Email: [email protected] www.withernsealighthouse.co.uk

Standing ¼ mile inland, it is the tallest lighthouse in England. 127 feet high, and 144 steps to the top, but non-climbers can see the town and coastline with a visual aid camera and monitor near the base. Disabled access to ground floor and toilet. Seasonal opening.

Yorkshire Giant, Market Weighton www.giantbradley.co.uk

William Bradley (1787 – 1820), the ‘Yorkshire Giant’ lived in Market Weighton and at 7’9’’, was the tallest Briton ever. His house can be viewed from the outside, where a cast of his foot can be seen, and he is buried in the churchyard. There is a statue of him and a trail around the town which allows you to follow in his footsteps. The trail starts at the junction of York Road and Line Gate at the plaque of William Bradley’s footprint. There are accessible toilets on Londesborough Road.

Sports & Outdoor Pursuits

2. Sports and Outdoor Pursuits

Clubs & Contacts 22 - 23 Outdoor Pursuits 24 - 30 - Archery 24 - Ballooning 24 - Caravanning & Camping 25 - Canal & River Cruises 25 - 26 - Climbing 26 - Flying 27 - Outdoor Centres 27 - 28 - Scuba Diving 29 - Skiing 29 - Water sports 29 - 30

Cycling 31 - 36 Fishing 37 - 40 Horse Riding 41 - 42

Sports Clubs & Contacts

British Blind Sport

Tel: 01926 424247 Email: [email protected]

A national registered charity which enables visually impaired people to have the same opportunities as sighted people to access and enjoy sport and recreational activities in the UK.

Disability Sport Yorkshire

South Side Hospitality Suite, Wakefield Trinity Wildcats, Rapid Solicitors Stadium, Belle Vue, Doncaster Road, Wakefield, WF1 5EY Tel: 01924 372382 Email: [email protected]

Creating sport and recreation opportunities for disabled people in Yorkshire and the Humber.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council

Contact: Sport and Play Development Service Tel: 01482 393939 (main switchboard) Email: [email protected] www2.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/sport-and-play

Contact the council for details of clubs offering sports and activities for disabled people. The clubs are mainly for young people aged 8-16.

English Federation of Disability Sports

Tel: 01509 227750 (head office)

The national body for disabled people in sport and physical activity. The charity aims to increase opportunities at all levels of participation.

Mencap Sport

Tel: 020 7696 5574 Email: [email protected] www.mencap.org.uk/what-we-do/our-services/leisure/mencap-sport

Mencap Sport works with the governing bodies of sport and other sports providers to promote opportunities for people with a learning disability at all levels.

Open Country, Harrogate District

Contact: David Shaftoe Tel: 01423 507227 Email: [email protected]

Join the Adventure Club and turn your hand to rock climbing, canoeing, orienteering, boating, archery and much more. Activities run once per month and are open to anyone, regardless of your abilities.

Sports Clubs & Contacts

Parasport

Tel: 020 7842 5789 Email: [email protected] www.parasport.org.uk

Parasport aims to make it easier for members of the public to take up disability sport by providing information about sporting opportunities and clubs in your local area.

Phab

Tel: 01254 824784 Email: [email protected] www.phab.org.uk

Can provide information about local groups where disabled and non- disabled people can meet and undertake activities on equal terms. Suitable for all ages, abilities and with a wide range of activities.

UK Deaf Sport

Email: [email protected] www.ukdeafsport.org.uk

Aims to help deaf people to participate, to enjoy and to excel at sport.

Wheelpower

Tel: 01296 395995 Email: [email protected] www.wheelpower.org.uk

Dedicated to providing opportunities for disabled people to live healthy active lifestyles.

Outdoor Pursuits

Archery

Aire Valley Archers www.aire-valley-archers.co.uk

The club encourages people of all abilities to try archery. Courses for beginners are available. Disabled people are welcome to join the main sessions, but contact them to check they can accommodate your needs.

All Abilities Archery Club

Email: [email protected] Tel: 07792 757154 www.allabilitiesarchery.co.uk

A family oriented club catering to adults and juniors alike, with facilities for the visually or hearing impaired and the disabled.

Burton Constable Company of Bowman

Burton Constable, Skirlaugh, HU11 4LN Tel: 01482 897606 or 07795 097260

The club shoots at Burton Constable Hall and has over 100 members with active Senior, Junior and Disabled sections.

Hull Archery Club & Hull Disabled Archery Club

Walton Street Leisure Centre, Goathland Road, Walton Street, HU3 6JB Email: [email protected] www.hullarcheryclub.co.uk

Two indoor archery clubs based in Hull, that shoot on Friday evenings in a large indoor sports hall, with four distant targets and one closer target in place for disabled, training and archers who would struggle with limited body strength.

Panda Bowmen Club

West Park Leeds RUFC, Bramhope, Leeds, LS16 9JR Tel: 0113 212 0400 Email: [email protected] www.panda-bowmen.org.uk

The club runs sessions for all levels. Their coaches have a good understanding of the needs of people with various conditions, and will be able to get you shooting safely and enjoyably.

Yorkshire Archery Association www.yorkshirearchery.co.uk

For a list of clubs and contacts plus tips on how to get started.

Outdoor Pursuits

Ballooning

Virgin Balloon Flights

Ripley Castle, North Yorkshire, HG3 3EA Tel: 01952 212750

Camping and Caravanning

Caravan Site Finder www.caravan-sitefinder.co.uk

Check out this site for information, tips and lists of accessible caravan sites across the country.

Pitchup.com www.pitchup.com

The website has information and tips on camping with a disability and enables you to search for accessible campsites and holiday parks.

Canal & River Cruises

Yorkshire Waterways Museum

Dutch River Side, Goole, DN14 5TB Tel: 01405 768730 Email: [email protected] www.waterwaysmuseum.org.uk

The museum tells the story of the port of Goole and the lives of the people who lived and worked there. The toilet, café, shop and museum are all accessible. Several boats are kept for educational purposes; all except ‘Audrey’ have disabled access. ‘Sobriety’ is a Humber Keel built in 1910 that is based at the museum. It has full disabled access. It is involved with the education of young people in Yorkshire, including those with learning disabilities. Special education programmes are available to all groups. ‘Sobriety’ can be hired for floating residentials on local waterways lasting from two days to one week.

Outdoor Pursuits

Skipton & Craven Action for Disability (SCAD)

46/48 Newmarket Street, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 2JB Tel: 01756 701005 [email protected] www.scad.org.uk

Their canal cruiser, ‘SCAD’s Endeavour’ has been purpose built for people with disabilities, and is based at Skipton on the Leeds - Liverpool Canal. Trips run from May to September. The boat can accommodate up to 12 people including 3 wheelchair users.

Climbing

Energise Climbing Wall

Cornlands Road, York, YO24 3DX P Tel: 01904 552424 Email: [email protected]

It has two main walls, 10m and 13m high, plus a 4m high bouldering wall. They run courses for beginners and novices and fortnightly ‘Climability’ sessions for disabled people. They have a hoist for wheelchair users.

Rock City Climbing Wall

Hawthorn Avenue, Hull, HU3 5GL P Tel: 01482 223030 Email: [email protected]

One of the UK’s largest indoor climbing centres. The centre is wheelchair friendly with an accessible toilet, but they do not have a hoist, so climbers would need to be able to stand up and support their own body weight.

The Leeds Wall

100a Gelderd Road, Leeds, LS12 6BY P Tel: 0113 234 1554 Email: [email protected] www.theleedswall.co.uk

A range of climbing walls suitable for both beginners and experts of all ages. The instructors have years of experience working with groups of varying levels of educational needs and physical disabilities.

The British Mountaineering Council

Tel: 0161 445 6111 www.thebmc.co.uk

Working for climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers. Their website has information about clubs, equipment and how to get involved in climbing and walking.

Outdoor Pursuits

Flying

Aerobility

Tel: 0303 303 1230 Email: [email protected] www.aerobility.com

A registered charity founded in 1993 offering disabled people the opportunity to fly an aeroplane.

The Frank Morgan School of Flying

13a Hall Way, Humberside International Airport, Kirmington, P Ulceby, Lincolnshire, DN39 6YH Tel: 01652 688859 / 07891 219954 Email: [email protected] www.flyatfranks.org

Lessons and one-off flights available for disabled people, contact them for your specific needs. Toilets and club are fully accessible.

York Gliding Centre

Rufforth Aerodrome, York YO23 3NA Tel: 01904 738694 www.yorkglidingcentre.co.uk

Outdoor Centres

Bendrigg Trust

Bendrigg Lodge, Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0NR Tel: 01539 723766 Email: [email protected] www.bendrigg.org.uk

The Bendrigg Trust specialises in a range of indoor and outdoor courses and activities for disabled and disadvantaged young people.

Carlton Lodge Outdoor Centre

Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJ Tel: 01845 522145 Email: [email protected]

Carlton Lodge is classified as an ‘Adventure for All Centre’. For both day visitors and residential groups, Carlton Lodge is able to offer a wide range of activity programmes, using the centre's own twelve acres of surrounding area.

Outdoor Pursuits

Low Mill Outdoor Centre

Askrigg, Leyburn, DL8 3HZ Tel: 01969 650432 Email: [email protected] www.lowmill.com

Low Mill is classified as an ‘Adventure for All Centre’. Based in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, programmes of activities are designed from a wide range of outdoor activities, catering for those with disabilities and special needs.

The Calvert Trust www.Calvert-Trust.org.uk

The Calvert Trust runs outdoor pursuits and holiday centres for people with disabilities from 12 years upwards in Exmoor, Kielder and the Lake District:

 Calvert Trust Keswick Tel: 01768 772255

 Calvert Trust Kielder Tel: 01434 250232

 Calvert Trust Exmoor Tel: 01598 763221

Outdoor Pursuits

Scuba Diving

Scuba Diving for All

Ripon Spa Baths, Park St, Ripon, HG4 2BD P Tel: 01765 606244 Email: [email protected] www.sda-ripon.org.uk

A voluntary group aimed at enabling people of all abilities to enjoy the freedom and excitement of diving. Training evenings take place weekly in Ripon in a swimming pool with a maximum depth of 7’6”. Participants are supported by trained staff and volunteers.

Skiing

Disibility Snowsport UK

Head Office: Glenmore Grounds, Aviemore, PH22 1QU Tel: 01479 861272 Email: [email protected] www.disabilitysnowsport.org.uk

Disability Snowsport UK gives people with disabilities the chance to learn and master skiing and snowboarding in a safe and supported environment whilst allowing you to experience the joy and freedom of the sport. The club also runs skiing holidays. The nearest local group is:

 Contact: Judy Ekins Xscape Yorkshire, Colorado Way, Glasshoughton, Castleford, WF10 4TA Tel: 07818 448307 Email: [email protected]

Water Sports

East Yorkshire Canoe Club

South Ings Lane, North Cave, HU15 5PA Tel: 07971 969561 Email: [email protected] www.eycc.org

A large and active club based in North Cave, with over 150 members of all ages and abilities.

Kingston Kayak Club

Albert Avenue, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 6QE Tel: 01482 355701 www.kkc.org.uk

Outdoor Pursuits

Members with disabilities are welcome, but there is no hoist. The only requirement is the ability to swim 50 yards (any speed and style).

Pugneys Country Park

Asdale Road, off Denby Dale Road, Wakefield, WF2 7EQ P Tel: 01924 302360 Email: [email protected] www.wakefield.gov.uk

A water sports centre near Wakefield. Facilities include a hoist from quay to boats, specialist boats and tuition available, accessible loos and an electric launch available for use with a coxswain. There is also an accessible walk around the lake and a bird hide overlooking a small nature reserve.

Canoe England

Tel: 0845 370 9500 Email: [email protected] www.canoe-england.org.uk

Their website has information on clubs that run ‘Paddle-Ability’ sessions for disabled people.

Welton Waters Adventure Centre

Common Lane, Welton, Brough, HU15 1PT Tel: 01482 668277 Email: [email protected]

A Royal Yachting Association approved ‘Sailability’ centre, bringing boating to people with any disability. The centre offers a wide range of land and water based activities to suit all ages and abilities

Welton Sailing Club

Tel: 01482 653903 / 07900 686356 Email: [email protected]

Based at Welton Water near the Humber Bridge. They welcome all members, disabled and able bodied. Club facilities are accessible, and members can hire an ‘access’ dinghy designed for disabled sailors.

Cycling

Clubs & Contacts

Active Hull

Tel: 01482 331643 Email: [email protected] www.activehull.co.uk

Lists cycling clubs and venues across Hull, including:

 East Park Adapted Cycle Scheme Contact: Paula Longman Tel: 01482 331967 The adapted cycles can be hired to use within the boundaries of East Park.

Beech Holme Tandem Club

HERIB (Hull and East Riding Institute for the Blind), Beech Holme, Beverley Road, Hull, HU5 1NF Tel: 01482 342297 Email: [email protected] www.herib.co.uk

A club formed in about 1952 by a group of cyclists from the Cyclists Touring Club so that blind back riders could enjoy the pleasures of cycling through the countryside with sighted front riders. The club meets each Wednesday evening and cycles to various East Riding villages, from April to October and informally through the rest of the year.

Bikeability

Email: [email protected] www.dft.gov.uk/bikeability

Bikeability is ‘cycling proficiency’ for the 21st century, designed to give the next generation the skills and confidence to ride their bikes on today’s roads. You can search their website to find a Bikeability Cycle Trainer near to you.

Bridlington Promenade – disability bike hire

Contact: Bridlington South Shores Office Tel: 01262 678255 Email: [email protected]

Aimed at people with disabilities, their families and their carers, this scheme offers adapted bikes, safe cycle routes along the North Promenade, organised rides and a chance for people to take part with their families, friends and carers. Bikes must be booked in advance.

Cycling

Hull City Council

Contact: Highways Network Management Tel: 01482 300300 Email: [email protected] www.hullcc.gov.uk

The Council’s website has details on cycling events, cycle safety and cycle maps. You can also contact them if you would like to suggest new routes or locations for cycle facilities, or if you have any queries about cycling in Hull.

John Charles Centre for Sport

Middleton Grove, Leeds, LS11 5DJ P Tel: 0113 395 0000 Email: [email protected] www.leeds.gov.uk

The stadium has a variety of adapted cycles, including hand cycles, quad cycles and wheelchair tandems. There are regular sessions through the week. Bookings can be made through the stadium. At other times, all the bikes can be booked out for private hire. A small charge is made for use of the bikes at the stadium but carers come free. A bar area and accessible toilets are available.

Open Country

Harrogate District Contact: David Shaftoe Tel: 01423 507227 Email: [email protected]

 The Companion Cycling Club is a monthly off-road cycle club for people with disabilities. We have bicycles, tandems, a wheelchair accessible Duet and adult tricycles for loan.  Our four Tandem Clubs cover Harrogate, Ripon, Wetherby and York. We provide tandems for people with visual impairments, and, together with a sighted volunteer, members can enjoy the freedom and excitement of cycling.

Sustrans

2 Cathedral Square, College Green, Bristol, BS1 5DD Tel: 0117 926 8893 Email: [email protected] www.sustrans.org.uk

Sustrans works on practical projects to encourage more people to walk and cycle. They also produce information on the National Cycle Network.

Cycling

Tandem Club

Contact: Alan Tibble, Disabilities Liaison Officer Tel: 01522 695781 Email: [email protected] www.tandem-club.org.uk

Can help with questions related to disabled tandem riding. The club cannot offer tandems for loan but can advise on groups who do. They produce a bi-monthly talking journal on CD.

Cycle maps

 Hull Cycle Map For a copy ring 01482 300300 or download from www.hullcc.gov.uk

 East Riding of Yorkshire Council publishes online cycle maps for Beverley, Bridlington, Driffield, Goole, Haltemprice, and South Holderness at www.eastriding.gov.uk or telephone 01482 391747 if you would like one posted to you. You can also pick them up from your local Tourist Information Centre.

 The Trans Pennine Trail is covered by three maps and an accommodation and visitor guide. Contact the TPT office on 01226 772574.

Cycling events

Bike Week www.bikeweek.org.uk

Bike Week brings together cyclists for events and a celebration of cycling all around the country. See the website to find out about cycle events happening near to you.

Great Yorkshire Bike Ride

Contact: John Taylorson MBE Tel: 07774 806023 (preferably 6 – 9pm only) Email: [email protected] www.gybr.org.uk

An annual ride from Wetherby to Filey, the Bike Ride is one of the biggest around. A fantastic route across the best of Yorkshire. A great day out raising money for charity.

York Cycle Rally

Email: [email protected] www.yorkrally.org

Cycling

The York Cycle Rally was revived in 2015. In the past, it was ‘Britain’s Biggest Cycle Show’ bringing together cyclists from all walks of life and interests, clubs, events, cycle rides and equipment suppliers. Normally held each June, the show lasts 2 days and is based on the Knavesmire. Free parking and events.

Cycle Routes

The following are the longest, best-surfaced and most enjoyable traffic- free routes that we know of in East Yorkshire. Most of them are fully accessible to wheelchair users.

Most routes are part of the National Cycle Network. Maps of all these routes can be downloaded in the ‘Route Mapping’ section of the Sustrans website – www.sustrans.org.uk

Barmby Tidal Barrage, Barmby-on-the-Marsh

Map: OS Explorer 291 Grid ref: SE 681286 P

Tel: 01757 638579

The barrage prevents the tidal River Ouse from entering the River Derwent. The car park is accessed via the end of the High Street. Accessible toilets, bird hide, fishing platforms and paths. Links to the Trans Pennine Trail; you can ride along a single track by the side of the Ouse towards Hemingbrough.

Bubwith Rail Trail

Map: OS Explorer 294 Grid ref: SE 839405 Tel: 01482 395201 www2.eastriding.gov.uk

The trail starts to the West of Market Weighton on the A164 at Gallymore and runs for 8 miles to Bubwith along an old railway line. Car parking is available at Bubwith Highfields, Lincoln Flatts and Harswell Station. This trail can be wet and muddy in winter months so be prepared. A map can be downloaded from the council website above.

Hornsea Rail Trail

Tel: 01482 395201 www2.eastriding.gov.uk

The trail follows the track bed of the Hull to Hornsea railway line, built in 1864. The 13 mile trail forms part of the Trans Pennine Trail and is suitable for cycling, walking or horse riding. Two sections of the trail; the old Sigglesthorne Station site and Goxhill to Southorpe are Local Nature Reserves. Start in Hull, Hornsea or the picnic site at Skirlaugh. Take care at the road crossings where the old railway bridges have been removed. You can download a map from the council website above.

Cycling

Hudson Way Rail Trail

Map: OS Explorer 294 Grid ref: SE 876418 P Tel: 01482 395201 www2.eastriding.gov.uk

An 11 mile route linking Beverley and Market Weighton. Start at the free car park in Londesborough Road, Market Weighton. There are accessible toilets opposite. Two sections of the route have been designated nature reserves. The surface is compacted gravel, shared with horse riders and can be muddy. Take care at the road crossings where the old railway bridges have been removed. You can download a map from the council website above.

Humber Bridge

Map: OS Explorer 293 Grid ref: TA 021259 P Tel: 0117 926 8893 www.sustrans.org.uk

This unique ride is mainly on flat traffic-free paths and enables you to explore both sides of the Humber Bridge with parks, a nature reserve, picnic spots and spectacular views of the bridge. Not to forget you can cycle over the bridge itself! The Sustrans route description starts at Barton-upon-Humber station, but you can equally start the route at Hessle or North Ferriby stations.

Selby to Howden

Map: OS Explorer 290 Grid ref SE 618325 www.transpenninetrail.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/downloads/Trip15.pdf

Starting from Selby Swing Bridge, a 3 mile off road route meanders along the flood bank to Cliffe, with a partially on-road extension to Howden, a further 8 miles. The route is rutted in places and would not be suitable for wheelchair users.

Cycling

Spurn Point

Contact: Yorkshire Wildlife Trust P Tel: 01964 650533 Email: [email protected] www.ywt.org.uk

A 3½ mile linear trail along Spurn Point between the Scrape Hide car park at Kilnsea and Spurn Point. The surface is sand and concrete, shared with motor vehicles. In 2013, part of the road was washed away in a storm, so access is currently on foot only. Check tide tables for access. Accessible toilets at the Blue Bell car park.

Trans Pennine Trail c/o Barnsley Council, PO Box 597, Barnsley, S70 9EW Tel: 01226 772574, for local info in East Yorkshire, ring 01482 391756 Email: [email protected] www.transpenninetrail.org.uk

A 215 mile coast to coast route between Liverpool and Hull, with extensions to the seaside towns of Southport and Hornsea. Much of the trail has level, surfaced, traffic-free paths. The trail is covered by three maps - order from the TPT office.

Fishing

Open Country does not profess to be an authority on fishing; the entries here are just a sample of fishing areas that we know are accessible.

Inclusion in this guide may indicate easy access, wheelchair accessible platforms and toilets. We would always advise you to contact the site management before visiting.

Do remember that all fresh water fishing in England requires both a permit from the owner or manager of the water in question and an Environment Agency National Rod Licence. Licenses are available to buy online at www.gov.uk/buy-a-uk-fishing-rod-licence, at Post Offices and tackle shops, or by ringing the Environment Agency on 0344 800 5386. You may be eligible for a concessionary licence.

Angling Trust

Tel: 0844 7700616 Email: [email protected] www.anglingtrust.net and www.fishinginfo.co.uk

The Angling Trust represents all game, coarse and sea anglers in England. They lobby government, campaign on environmental and angling issues and run national and international competitions. You can search for your nearest fishery or club on their website.

British Disabled Angling Association (BDAA)

Tel: 01922 860912 Email: [email protected] www.bdaa.co.uk

The BDAA was founded in 1996 to develop opportunities for disabled people of all ages and abilities to access the activity of fishing in the UK.

Canal and River Trust www.canalrivertrust.org.uk/see-and-do/fishing

You can search the Canal & River Trust’s online directory, which lists over 6,000 fishing venues nationwide. There is also information about fishing guidelines and a fish species guide.

Environment Agency Rivercall Service

Tel: 0906 619 7722 (North East Region) http://apps.environment-agency.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels

For information on levels in your local rivers you can call the number above. This is a premium rate number. Alternatively, you can check the online map using the link above.

Fishing

The Wheelyboat Trust

Tel: 01798 342222 Email: [email protected] www.wheelyboats.org

The Wheelyboat Trust is a registered charity dedicated to providing disabled people with the opportunity and freedom to enjoy waters large and small all over the UK. Their role is to help and encourage venues open to the public to acquire Wheelyboats for their disabled visitors and to help groups and organisations acquire Wheelyboats for their own use. The nearest Wheelyboats are:

 East Park Lake, Hull. (Course fishing) Tel: 01482 331966  Elsham Country Park Lake, Brigg. (Course and trout fishing) Tel: 01652 688698 Email: [email protected]

Key:

T Trout fishing

C Coarse fishing

Bakers Pond C

Off Thimble Hall Lane, Newport, HU15 2PX Tel: 01430 440799

2 disabled pegs.

Beck End C

End of Waterside Road, Beverley, HU17 0SU

100 metres of concrete wharf to fish from; best at high tide.

Beverley Canal C

Contact: P Caygill Tel: 07976 779983

Four disabled angling platforms, just downstream of the fly-over.

Brough Complex C

Common Lane, Nr Welton Waters, Brough, HU15 1PJ Contact: Hull & District Anglers Association Tel: 07938 561245 / 07811 897033

14 pegs suitable for disabled anglers and an accessible toilet.

Fishing

Driffield Canal C

Wansford Lock, Nr Driffield, YO25 8NT Contact: Hull & District Anglers Association Tel: 07938 561245 / 07811 897033

Three disabled pegs below Wansford Lock.

East Park Lake C

Holderness Road, Hull, HU8 8JU Contact: M.S. Myers Tel: 01482 300300

Eastrington Ponds C

West of Eastrington Village, off the B1230 Contact: Countryside Warden, East Riding of Yorkshire Council Tel: 01482 395680 or 07867 905185

Good accessibility around the pond on hard level paths. Many of the pegs are suitable for anglers with disabilities.

Far Grange Park C

Skipsea, off the B1242 Hornsea Road, YO25 8SY Tel: 01262 468010

Gatehouse Lake C

Megginson’s Turnpike, Hutton Cranswick, Nr Driffield, YO25 9ES Email: [email protected] (Parish Council)

Purpose built disabled pegs and parking.

Jubilee Pond C

Station Road, Gilberdyke, HU15 2ST

The pond has a concrete path around much of its perimeter, and raised timber boards, making the venue suitable for disabled anglers.

Moorfields Farm Fisheries C

Moorfields Farm, Goole Fields, Goole, DN14 8BQ Contact: Dean Johnson Tel: 07710 817150 Email: [email protected]

Parking close to the lakes, toilet facilities and access for disabled anglers.

Fishing

Oak Road Pond C

Oak Road Park, Beresford Avenue, Hull Contact: Hull & District Anglers Association Tel: 07938 561245 / 07811 897033

18 disabled pegs, accessed by hard paths. Disabled anglers can drive through the park to access the pond by prior arrangement.

River Derwent C

Barmby Tidal Barrage, Barmby-on-the-Marsh Contact: Environment Agency Tel: 01757 638579

The barrage prevents the tidal River Ouse from entering the River Derwent. Free fishing with accessible platforms and paths.

Wansford Trout Lake C & T

Off the B1249, Wansford near Driffield Tel: 01377 240329 Email: [email protected] www.wansfordfishery.co.uk

Winfield Lakes C

Lake View House, Spaldington near Howden, Goole, DN14 7NP Contact: Mr Slights at the farm. Tel: 01757 288609

Many pegs are flat for easy access.

Horse Riding

Riding for the Disabled

Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA)

Tel: 0845 658 1082 Email: [email protected] www.riding-for-disabled.org.uk

The Association’s objects are to provide disabled people of all ages with the opportunity to ride and/or carriage ride for the general benefit of their health and well-being. There are several centres in East Yorkshire offering riding for disabled sessions.

Riding for the Disabled - East Yorkshire & Ryedale

Tel: 0845 450 7079

The County Chair can advise on the many Member Groups in the area or check out the RDA website above to find your local group.

Horse racing

In the UK there are races which involve obstacles (either hurdles or fences) called steeplechase and those which are unobstructed races over a given distance (flat racing). For details about horse racing, events, individual horses and contact details for tracks around the country check out the website – www.britishhorseracing.com

Beverley Racecourse

The Racecourse, York Road, Beverley, HU17 8QZ P Tel: 01482 867488 Email: [email protected] www.beverley-racecourse.co.uk

Located adjacent to Beverley Westwood, there are around 18 flat race meetings a year between April and September. There is a special reserved area for disabled people by the paddock with a viewing area adjacent. Wheelchair ramp at the front of the Club Enclosure. Disabled toilets in Tattersalls behind the weighing room and in the Members Grandstand.

Horse Riding

Riding Stables

These riding stables are taken from a list by the British Horse Society’s website - www.bhs.org.uk/enjoy-riding/find-a-place-to-ride. These are not listed as stables specifically for people with disabilities.

Bleach Farm Stables

Bridlington Road, Stamford Bridge, YO41 1HA Tel: 01759 371846

North Humberside Riding Centre

Easington, Hull, HU12 0UA Tel: 01964 650250 www.nhrc.info

Oxmardyke Equestrian Centre

Tongue Lane, Gilberdyke, Brough, HU15 2UY Tel: 07961 104690 http://oxmardyke-equestrian-centre.co.uk

Donkeys

The Donkey Sanctuary

Swan Lane, off Black Hill Lane, Eccup, Leeds. LS16 8AZ P Tel: 0113 2619249 www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk

The riding arena is indoors, centrally heated and has large, safe indoor and outdoor play areas. During school holidays and Saturday Clubs there is the chance for special needs children to ride the donkeys with brothers and sisters. Ring for an appointment. Children too heavy to ride can drive in a cart and there is a wheelchair cart.

Wildlife & Conservation

3. Wildlife & Conservation

Clubs and Organisations 44 - 46 Accessible Wildlife Sites 47 - 51 Local Nature Reserves 52 - 54

Clubs & Organisations

BTO – British Trust for Ornithology

The Nunnery, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2PU Tel: 01842 750050 Email: [email protected] www.bto.org

The BTO involve people in their national Garden Birdwatch Survey (GBW). The survey involves noting which birds and how many you have seen over a given time. The surveys are fun and a great way to help wildlife from your home. There are other surveys you can do from your garden.

East Yorkshire Badger Protection Group

Email: [email protected] www.east-yorkshire-badgers.co.uk

Devoted to the welfare of badgers and other wildlife. The group covers the ‘old’ East Riding of Yorkshire, from Filey in the north down to Spurn Point in the south and out west as far as York and Goole.

East Yorkshire Bat Group

Contact: Joanne Allen, Group Secretary Tel: 01482 798667

Carries out surveys of bat roosts, habitat, feeding and hibernation sites in the county as well as advice to householders and running educational visits and events.

East Yorkshire Nature Notes www.erdragonflies.co.uk

An interesting and informative blog on the natural history of East Yorkshire incorporating the former VC61 Dragonfly Atlas.

Friends of Humber Bridge Country Park

Email: [email protected] https://sites.google.com/site/fohbcp

You can join the group on their conservation activities and/or indoor meetings. Everyone welcome!

Hull Natural History Society

Contact: Andrew Ashworth Email: [email protected] www.hullnats.org.uk

The Society was founded in 1880 as the Hull Field Club. The purpose is the study, recording and conservation of wildlife in the Hull and East

Clubs & Organisations

Riding area. They conduct weekly field meetings on Tuesday evenings between May and September each year. These are usually to sites within Hull or the surrounding East Riding of Yorkshire. They also have a programme of monthly field trips.

Open Country

Harrogate District Contact: David Shaftoe Tel: 01423 507227

Email: [email protected]

 The Trailblazers and the Conservation Group meet every Tuesday and Friday to ’work for wildlife’. Tasks include tree planting, scrub clearing, bracken control and clean-ups. Most members have learning disabilities and mental health issues.

 Wild Things is a club open to anyone regardless of ability. We aim to make all the activities wheelchair accessible. The group meets once per month to study wildlife, especially animals in their natural environment. Sessions have included mammal trapping, pond dipping and bird watching.

RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds)

Northern England Regional Office: Westleigh Mews, Wakefield Road, Denby Dale, Huddersfield, HD8 8QD Tel: 0300 7772676 www.rspb.org.uk

The RSPB is the UK charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and all wildlife. You can help out the wildlife in your garden by taking part in the annual ‘Big Garden Birdwatch’; the world’s largest wildlife survey. Their website also has advice for disabled bird watchers. There are two local groups in East Yorkshire who hold regular indoor and outdoor meetings and field trips, see www.rspb.org.uk/localgroups:

 East Yorkshire Local Group Contact: Paul Leyland Tel: 01723 891507 E-mail: [email protected] www.rspb.org.uk/groups/eastyorkshire

There is disabled access and an accessible toilet at the indoor meetings, held at North Bridlington Library on Marton Gate.

 Hull and District Local Group Contact: John Hallam, Tel: 01482 354595, Email: [email protected] www.rspb.org.uk/groups/hull

Clubs & Organisations

South Holderness Countryside Society

Email: [email protected] www.southholdernesscountrysidesociety.co.uk

A registered charity dedicated to educating members of the public on matters relating to natural history and conservation. They organise monthly indoor meetings, freely open to the public.

The Wolds and Riverbank Countryside Society

Email: [email protected] www.warcs.org.uk

Set up in 1996, the group have a large membership centered in Brough, Elloughton, North Ferriby, North and South Cave and Welton. The Society has set up a number of Recorders; interesting finds or sightings can be reported to them.

Yorkshire Mammal Group

Email: [email protected] www.yorkshiremammalgroup.org.uk

The Yorkshire Mammal group is affiliated to the Mammal Society. They take part in all sorts of field and conservation work parties including surveys. Meetings are held regularly through the winter months with a wide range of guest speakers.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust & Wildlife Watch

1 St George’s Place, York, YO24 1GN Tel: 01904 659570 Email: [email protected] www.ywt.org.uk

The aim is to conserve and promote the diversity of Yorkshire wildlife and habitats for the benefit and well-being of both wildlife and people. There are staff and volunteers dedicated to nature reserve work, environmental education, conservation, advice and much more. Wildlife Watch groups are run by volunteers allowing children to meet and have fun exploring their environment and local wildlife.

 Regional Office: Living Seas Centre, South Sea Road (south), Flamborough, YO15 1AE, Tel: 01262 422103

Accessible Wildlife Sites

Wildlife watching is an enjoyable and peaceful past time where you can develop your skills in your own time. Below are some of the best accessible sites in which you can enjoy, watch and study wildlife and nature.

This picture denotes an accessible bird hide is on site:

Barmby Tidal Barrage, Barmby-on-the-Marsh

Tel: 01757 638579 P

The barrage prevents the tidal River Ouse from entering the River Derwent. Accessible toilets, bird hide, fishing platforms and paths. The car park is accessed via the end of the High Street. (See ‘Easy Going Walks’ – page 7).

Bempton Cliffs RSPB

Near Bempton, YO15 1JF P On the cliff road from Bempton village, on the B1229 from Flamborough. Tel: 01262 422212 Email: [email protected] www.rspb.org.uk

The largest seabird colony, and the only mainland gannetry in England. The reserve offers great views, especially during the breeding season from April to July, where more than 200,000 seabirds make the cliffs seem alive. A 200 yard accessible path from the visitor centre leads down to the cliff top path. Two of the five viewing points (Bartlett Nab and Grandstand) are reasonably accessible, and overlook the 400 foot high chalk cliffs. Some benches. The paths are narrow in places, and wheelchairs may have to go partly on the grass. Kiosk, information centre and shop. One wheelchair available for loan, booking advised. Picnic area with spaces for wheelchairs.

Blacktoft Sands RSPB

On a minor road off the A161 to Redness & P Ousefleet, South of Goole. Tel: 01405 704665 Email: blacktoft [email protected] www.rspb.org.uk

One of the best places in Northeast England to see avocets, marsh harriers and bearded tits. Boasts England’s largest intertidal reed bed and is one of the country’s top sites for migrating birds. There are good level paths, six accessible hides and an accessible toilet. There is also wheelchair loan available and a small visitor centre.

Accessible Wildlife Sites

East Park, Hull

Holderness Road, Hull, HU8 8JU P Tel: 01482 300300 www.hullcc.gov.uk

Hull’s largest park, which includes a 30 acre lake. Over the years, a variety of rare birds ranging from a Bufflehead to a Laughing Gull have been spotted. The park is also home to an Animal Education Centre. Access to the park is level and there are accessible toilets in the Pavilion café. Wheelchairs are available for loan through the Cycling Scheme (see ‘Cycling’ – page 31).

Far Ings National Nature Reserve

Far Ings Road, Far Ings, Barton-on-Humber, DN18 5RG Contact: Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust Tel: 01652 637055 (Visitor Centre enquiries) Email: [email protected] www.lincstrust.org.uk/far-ings

Situated on the south bank of the Humber Estuary, a major east-west flyway for migrating birds and one of the UK strongholds for bittern. The pits and reedbeds are a legacy of the tile and cement industry which flourished between 1850 and 1959. The visitor centre has a small shop and you can enjoy a panoramic view of the reserve from upstairs (lift available). Two of the hides have wheelchair access. Accessible toilets and parking next to the visitor centre (see ‘Easy Going Walks’ – page 8).

Hornsea Mere

Hornsea Mere, Hornsea, HU18 1AX

The largest freshwater lake in Yorkshire, and an area rich in bird life. Kirdholme Point is accessible to cars and wheelchairs and makes a good viewpoint over the Mere. The land is private and access is only available during the day. For walkers a footpath runs along the southern edge of the reserve from where good views can be had. Nearest toilets in Hornsea are on Cinema Street and Marine Drive – RADAR key required.

North Cave Wetlands

Dryham Lane, Brough, HU15 2 LY Tel: 01904 659570 (Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Head Office) www.ywt.org.uk and www.northcavewetlands.co.uk

Former sand and gravel workings; over 213 different bird species have been recorded here including Avocet, Temminck’s Stint and Little Ringed Plover. Three of the four hides are wheelchair accessible and there are 400m of wide gravel paths around two sides of the reserve. Accessible compost toilets and a sheltered picnic area overlooking a bird feeding area. The Wild Bird Café is a great little mobile café open most days.

Accessible Wildlife Sites

North Duffield Carrs

Tel: 0845 6003078 (Natural England switchboard) www.naturalengland.org.uk/lowerderwentvalleynnr

The car park is one mile east of North Duffield, off the A163. The reserve is part of the Lower Derwent Valley National Nature Reserve. There is a 600m accessible trail taking you alongside flood meadows which supports wintering and breeding wildfowl and waders. There is an accessible bird screen and hide along the trail. The nearest accessible toilets are in Bank Island car park, south-east of Wheldrake, on the road to Thorganby.

Spurn National Nature Reserve

Spurn Head, south of Kilnsea, Hull, HU12 0UB P Contact: Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Tel: 01964 650533 Email: [email protected] www.ywt.org.uk/reserves/spurn-nature-reserve

About 25 miles south east of Hull; from Easington follow the B1445 to Kilnsea. A unique coastal reserve, this 3½ mile long narrow sandy peninsula stretching out across the mouth of the Humber into the North Sea. Perfect opportunities for watching birds (especially on migration) and coastal wildlife, and studying this geomorphological phenomenon and its fascinating history. Visitor centre at the Blue Bell Café on Easington Road and accessible toilets and parking nearby. Great views from the car park. Please note, in 2013, part of the road was washed away in a storm, so access to the point is currently on foot only. Contact the Trust for details of accessibility and remember to check the tide times.

Tophill Low Nature Reserve

Wattan Carrs, Hutton Cranswick, near Driffield, YO25 9RH P Tel: 01377 270690 Email: [email protected] www.yorkshirewater.co.uk

Off the A164 Beverley to Driffield Road near Hutton Cranswick. This 300 acre Yorkshire Water reserve is renowned for its bird life, dragonflies and butterflies, with a huge range of wildflowers and trees growing beside the reservoirs and wetlands and 147 bird species have been recorded there. There is a visitor centre, accessible toilet, picnic areas and 5 of the 13 bird hides are accessible. Warden on site and car park with disabled bays. No dogs on the reserve. A paid day pass is required to visit the reserve, available from the car park machine. Most of the reserve is accessed by easy paths, though a few mown paths can become muddy in winter.

Accessible Wildlife Sites

The Deep

Tower Street, Hull, HU1 4DP P Tel: 01482 381000 Email: [email protected] www.thedeep.co.uk

See the Outings Chapter – page 19. Harbour Porpoises can often be seen around the Humber, especially in spring. The viewing gallery at The Deep is reputed to be a good vantage point; see www.wdcs.org.uk

Waters’ Edge Country Park

Waters’ Edge Visitor Centre, Maltkiln Road, P Barton upon Humber, North Lincolnshire, DN18 5JR Tel: 01652 631500 Email: [email protected]

Situated on the waterfront next to the Humber Bridge. The park has a variety of habitats including reed beds, woodlands and wild-flower meadows and is home to rich and varied wildlife including many rare and migratory birds. The main pathways are gravel, though they can be uneven in places. There is a wooden boardwalk across the lake near the visitor centre. There are several routes around the park of differing lengths and suitable for different abilities. The visitor centre has a café and accessible toilets.

Accessible Wildlife Sites

Notable Others…

Outside East Yorkshire, these Yorkshire reserves have been included as they offer some of the finest and most accessible bird watching in the country.

Fairburn Ings RSPB

Fairburn Ings, Castleford, WF10 2BH P Tel: 01977 628191 Email: [email protected] www.rspb.org.uk

600 acres of wetland close to the A1. A small public car park offers an excellent viewpoint for observing a great number of waterfowl. There is a 500m board walk over marshy ground which leads to a bird hide. The lower level viewing hatch is suitable for wheelchairs. The visitor centre is accessible, with an accessible toilet. There is a mobility scooter available to hire, ring the visitor centre to book in advance.

Old Moor - Dearne Valley RSPB

Nr Barnsley, S73 0YF P Tel: 01226 751593 Email: [email protected] www.rspb.org.uk

This area has a wide variety of wetland habitats with accompanying birds, plants and animal life. All paths, five hides and the visitor centre are fully accessible. Electric scooters and folding wheelchairs are available free of charge.

Potteric Carr Nature Reserve

Sedum House, Mallard Way, Doncaster, DN4 8DB P From Junction 35 of the A1(M) follow the M18 along to junction 3 where you turn off onto the A6182 and follow signs to the reserve. Tel: 01302 570077 Email: [email protected] www.ywt.org.uk

Potteric Carr has much to offer the avid bird watcher with over 230 species of birds recorded, but it also hosts an array of interesting flowers, plants and insects for anyone interested. The visitor centre and café is fully accessible. Some paths and routes are wheelchair friendly and several of the bird hides have ramped access.

Local Nature Reserves

Contact: Countryside Access Team, East Riding of Yorkshire Council Tel: 01482 395210 www.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/countryside-and-walks/places-to- visit/local-nature-reserves

Local Nature Reserves are places for people and wildlife. They have wildlife or geological features that are of local interest and can provide people with study and learning opportunities or to simply enjoy having contact with nature. There are 11 Local Nature Reserves in the East Riding of Yorkshire, ranging from windswept coastal headlands, ancient woodlands and flower rich meadows to disused railways and chalk quarries. You can download leaflets which give details on accessibility for each site or see below for further details. They are available in Braille, audio and large print.

Beverley Parks

Near Beverley, HU17 0RN Map: OS Explorer 293 Grid ref: TA 042370

There is a surfaced level path around the orchard. The path from the car park to parkland crosses a raised boardwalk with steps. The paths around the parkland are level but un-surfaced. The gate into the parkland can also be operated by those who use by a RADAR key.

Danes Dyke

Flamborough, YO15 1DU Map: OS Explorer 301 Grid ref: TA 215695

Due to the natural landscape of Danes Dyke ravine, there are several flights of steep steps (up to 100 steps). Access to the beach is via steps from the trails or down a steep road from the car park. There is no vehicular access for visitors on this road. A hard surfaced picnic area is located adjacent to the car park, with tables suitable for visitors using wheelchairs. There are basic toilets, but no disabled toilet.

Eastrington Ponds

Eastrington, Howden, DN14 7PL Map: OS Explorer 291 Grid ref: SE 787298

The reserve contains some hard surfaced paths with steps in places. In winter, the paths around the main pond and along the old railway line may become muddy, and visitors may experience difficulties. In summer the paths are more accessible. Access to the reserve from the car park is by two main paths, which both lead around the main pond. A short walk of less than 1 km around the pond passes the busy bird feeding station. For the more energetic visitor, a longer 2 km trail leads along the old railway line. Here, two additional paths run parallel to the main trail, which are accessed by descending a flight of approximately 20 steps.

Local Nature Reserves

These hard surfaced paths lead to smaller ponds. At one of these ponds a bird hide offers views of the wildlife. There are no toilets at the reserve. (See Fishing Chapter – page 39)

Flamborough Outer Headland

2 miles east of Flamborough village, YO15 1AR Map: OS Explorer 301 Grid ref: TA 254706

The reserve has some tarmac paths around the car park, including a short path to the Signal Station. The Headland Path is grassed and only firm in the summer months. Access to the beach involves descending a steep flight of steps. Toilets (including a RADAR operated toilet) and a café are located in the Pay & Display car park.

Hudson’s Way

Near Market Weighton; the reserve runs from Goodmanham to Etton. Map: OS Explorer 294 Grid ref: SE 930438

This reserve is situated on the Hudson Way Rail Trail and has an unsurfaced path running for 7 miles. The surface can be muddy in the winter months, but is firm in summer. There are surfaced car parks at Kiplingcotes Station and Kiplingcotes Quarry. There are ramps leading from connecting roads onto the trail. There are no toilets at the reserve. (See ‘Cycling’ – page 35)

Humber Bridge Country Park

Hessle, HU13 0LN Map: OS Explorer 293 Grid ref: TA 023253

This reserve contains hard surfaced paths, with circular walks avoiding gradients and steps. Access can be obtained from 3 paths leading from entrances at Hessle Foreshore, Little Switzerland and the Bridge car park. Only the Hessle foreshore entrance is accessible, and is both level and step-free. There is a wide kissing gate suitable for most wheelchairs and scooters. Once on the reserve, there are firm, smooth paths, with rest areas - seats or perches - provided about very 100 metres. Picnic areas are hard-surfaced and designed to be wheelchair accessible. The maximum gradient of the paths is 1:12, apart from one path on the Cliff Trail in the southwest corner of the reserve, where there is a slope of 1:5 for 10 metres. There are 3 nature trails around the reserve; a 1 km Meadow Trail, a 2.5 km Pond Trail and a 3 km Cliff Trail. The Phoenix Sculpture Trail also follows the main paths around the reserve. There is a RADAR accessible toilet in the Humber Bridge car park.

Millington Wood

1 mile north of Millington village, YO42 1TZ Map: OS Explorer 294 Grid ref: SE 838530

Local Nature Reserves

A beautiful woodland reserve. Access to the reserve from the car park follows a surfaced level path. On reaching the central clearing, the path continues on a gradual incline to a long steep flight of steps leading to the High View Point. By returning on the eastern path, a circular walk can be completed by descending a second flight of steps back into the central clearing. When we visited in February 2015, the steps were derelict and the higher walk closed indefinitely. There are picnic tables in the car park. There are no toilets at the reserve.

Sigglesthorne Station

Great Hatfield. Map: OS Explorer 293 Grid Ref: TA 180430

The reserve is located on the Hornsea Rail Trail and has a hard surfaced path. The reserve stretches for approximately a quarter of a mile. There are no toilets.

South Landing

1 mile south of Flamborough village, YO15 1PQ Map: OS Explorer 301 Grid ref: TA 231695

Parking (Blue Badge holders must pay), accessible toilets and a hot drinks machine are located at the Living Seas Centre. The centre has displays on Yorkshire’s marine and coastal wildlife and events are run throughout the year. Limited opening times during the winter months. Access to the reserve is obtained via the nature trail starting in the south east corner of the car park. The path, part of the Flamborough Sculpture Trail, has a firm surface suitable for wheelchair users. There are a few shallow gradients and frequent resting places. The picnic area located 100 metres along this path was also designed to accommodate wheelchair users. Access to the beach is gained by descending a steep flight of around 75 steps leading off the trail. Alternatively, walk from the car park down the very steep road to the Lifeboat Station. There is no parking for visitors at the Lifeboat station.

Southorpe

Hornsea. Map: OS Explorer 295 Grid ref: TA 193453

The reserve is located on the Hornsea Rail Trail and has a hard surfaced path. The reserve stretches for approximately 1.5 miles. There are no toilets at the reserve.

Volunteering

4. Volunteering

General Contacts 56 Volunteering in the Countryside 57 - 59 Countryside Employment 60

General Contacts

There are always lots of opportunities to get involved in your local countryside through volunteering for a conservation or community group. Try the following places and contacts to find out about local groups and projects in your area:

Websites

‘Do It!’ www.do-it.org.uk

Do-it is a national database of volunteering opportunities. It has a section on disabled volunteers and contacts.

Volunteering England www.volunteering.org.uk

The web site offers a range of resources for anyone who works with or manages volunteers as well as for those who want to volunteer.

Council for Voluntary Services

East Riding Voluntary Action Services

Morleys Cottage, Morleys Yard, Beverley, HU17 9BY Tel: 01482 871077 www.ervas.org.uk

Hull CVS

The Strand, 75 Beverley Road, Hull, HU3 1XL Tel: 01482 324474 Email: [email protected] www.hullcvs.org.uk

Humber & Wolds Rural Community Council

19a Bridgegate, Howden, Goole, DN14 7AE Tel: 01430 430904 Email: [email protected] www.hwrcc.org.uk

Voluntary Action North East Lincolnshire (VANEL)

The Willows, 23 Bargate, Grimsby, DN34 4SS Tel: 01472 231123 Email: [email protected] www.vanel.org.uk

Voluntary Action North Lincolnshire

4-6 Robert Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6NG Tel: 01724 845155 Email: [email protected] www.northlincolnshire.cvs.org.uk

Volunteering in the Countryside

East Riding Countryside Volunteers

Tel: 01482 395201

Email: [email protected]

Help conserve the many Local Nature Reserves in East Yorkshire.

Friends of Humber Bridge Country Park

Email: [email protected] https://sites.google.com/site/fohbcp

You can join the group on their conservation activities and/or indoor meetings. Everyone welcome!

Friends of Oakhill

Contact: Daniel Challenger Tel: 07807 858064 www.oakhillnature.org

A group formed in 2005 as a public interest group. The group work in partnership with ERYC Countryside Access Team, the developers Sterling Capitol and other organisations helping to protect Goole’s Natural History.

Hull Valley Wildlife Group

www.hullvalleywildlifegroup.blogspot.co.uk

Contact: Barry Warrington, Membership Secretary Email: [email protected] www.hullvalleywildlifegroup.blogspot.co.uk

The group works within the area of Hull Valley. The main base is at Tophill Low Nature Reserve where many of the group’s members volunteer for activities within the reserve, carrying out essential work such as habitat management. They also have volunteer wardens who help out on site as and when required (see Accessible Wildlife Sites – page 49).

National Trust

Tel: 01793 817400 Email: [email protected] www.nationaltrust.org.uk/volunteer

The National Trust has many voluntary options including gardening, leading walks, holiday assistance, wardening, information stewards and conservation tasks. Training is provided.

Open Country, Harrogate

Contact: David Shaftoe Tel: 01423 507227 Email: [email protected]

Volunteering in the Countryside

 The Trailblazers meet each Tuesday to help create and maintain accessible paths for all in the Harrogate District. Many of the volunteers have mental health issues and learning disabilities.

 The Conservation Group meet each Friday on conservation projects around the Harrogate District and beyond. We work closely with many wildlife organisations helping to preserve the countryside for wildlife and people. Many of the volunteers have mental health issues and learning disabilities.

 Volunteer on activities. We run many activities in the countryside for people with disabilities and are always looking for volunteers who can help lead a member with visual impairments, help push a wheelchair and provide moral support. It’s a great chance to make friends, help others and get out and about.

The Conservation Volunteers (formerly BTCV) www.tcv.org.uk

TCV is Britain's largest environmental organisation involving the public in practical nature conservation work. Transport, training and refreshments are provided.

Volunteering in the Countryside

 Humber Field Office: Conservation Centre, 4 Goodwin Parade, Adelaide Street, Kingston Upon Hull, HU3 2HA, Tel: 01482 620 309 Email: [email protected]

 York Field Office: 3 Leake Street, Off Lawrence Street, York, YO10 3BR, Tel 01904 644300 Email: [email protected]

South Holderness Countryside Society

Email: [email protected] www.southholdernesscountrysidesociety.co.uk

Set up in 1983 with the primary aim of 'Making a Better Place for Wildlife'. They own two large award-winning nature reserves, Beacon Lagoons and Hollym Carrs, and have over 100 subscribing members from all walks of life. They are always in need of volunteers to help with conservation work on their reserves.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Contact: Volunteering Development Officer 1 St. George’s Place, York, YO24 1GN Tel: 01904 659570 Email: [email protected] www.ywt.org.uk

There are many voluntary opportunities with the Trust. Some of these may be done from home e.g. monitoring the local press. Some opportunities involve working with children e.g. helping one of the many Wildlife Watch groups around the county. Some involve practical work on reserves, office admin, collecting money, wildlife surveying and much more. Contact the Trust for more information.

Woodland Trust

Tel: 01476 581135 Email: [email protected] www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/getinvolved

The UK's leading woodland conservation charity that plant trees, protect woods and inspire people to enjoy the nature on their doorstep. Volunteers have been involved at every level of the Trust's work over the last 40 years, from getting their hands dirty in the woods to sitting on the board of trustees, or carrying out nature surveys.

Countryside Employment

For details of work in or related to the countryside and wildlife we recommend the following:

Countryside Jobs Service (CJS)

Countryside Jobs Service, The Moorlands, Goathland, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 5LZ Tel: 01947 896007 Email: [email protected] www.countryside-jobs.com

The CJS brings together available countryside jobs, both paid and voluntary, from a wide range of sources and organisations.

Environment Job

Working Planet Limited, 18 Southernhay West, Exeter, EX1 1PJ Tel: 01392 491578 Email: [email protected] www.environmentjob.co.uk

Web based information about both paid and voluntary job opportunities as well as courses and events.

Environment Post

ADC Environment, 58 Kingsley Close, Wickford, Essex, SS12 0EN Tel: 01268 450024 Email: [email protected] www.environmentjobs.co.uk

Includes job and voluntary vacancies from environmental journals and papers worldwide. Also details student placements.

The Guardian newspaper www.guardian.co.uk/jobs/environment

Find details of environmental and conservation jobs online or in the printed newspaper on Wednesdays.

Yorkshire Post

Tel: 0113 243 2701 www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/jobs

Details of local job opportunities are advertised on a Thursday.

Useful Information

5. Useful information

Community Transport 62 Public Transport 63 - 64 RADAR, Blue Badge & Wheelchair Hire 65 Shopmobility 66 Disability Links 66 Publications 67 - 70 Tourist Information Centres 71 Customer Services Centres 72 Websites Worth a Surf… 73 - 74

Community Transport

Community Transport organisations provide transport services to people who do not have easy access to other forms of transport, including the elderly, those with disabilities, people with special needs or people living in remote communities with little or no public transport. Contact your local organisation for details:

Beverley Community Lift

Tel: 01482 88082 (car bookings) 01482 888226 (minibus bookings) Email: [email protected]

Operates a door-to-door Community Car Service which uses volunteer drivers, as well as offering the residents of Beverley & Molescroft a door- to-door, passenger assisted minibus service.

Bridlington Dial-a-Ride

Tel: 01964 536684

A demand responsive service for anyone who has difficulty using existing bus services and lives in Bridlington, Bessingby and Sewerby.

Goole Gofar

Tel: 01405 780344 www.goolegofar.org.uk

Runs a Medibus service, shopping service and Howden Town centre service.

H.A.R.T.

Tel: 01964 536684

An independent charity addressing rural isolation experienced by people living in Holderness, operating a variety of community transport services from Flamborough to Spurn Point.

Nafferton Millennium Community Minibus

Tel: 07833 528618

Rural Community Transport

Contact: East Riding of Yorkshire Council - Rural Team Tel: 01482 391691 Email: [email protected]

The service aims to help residents with transport needs to identify and use existing bus networks, where these may be appropriate. It will also assist communities who want to actively assess and evidence local demand for improved bus or Community Transport services, through local travel surveys.

Public Transport

Bus and Train Timetables

Available free from all Tourist Information Centres (see page 71) and Customer Service Centres (see page 72).

East Riding of Yorkshire Council www2.eastriding.gov.uk

The council’s website has a Journey Planner, Travel Update section, and useful web links of local bus and rail operators.

East Yorkshire Motor Service BusLine

Tel: 01482 592929 Email: [email protected]

8am – 8pm daily. A telephone enquiries service about public transport.

Ferry Travel

P & O Ferries, Hull Tel: 0800 130 0030 Email: [email protected] www.poferries.com

Overnight sailings from Hull to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge. Staff can provide assistance when boarding and at your destination point. Wheelchair availability may vary on each ship. Accessible cabins are limited on all ships. Call 08716 64 21 21 for more information.

First Hull Trains

Tel: 0800 316 1323 or Type Talk: 18001 0800 316 1323

If you are disabled or elderly you can arrange assistance for your entire journey.

Humberside Airport

Tel: 0844 8877747 (General Enquiries) Email: [email protected] www.humbersideairport.com

Contact the ‘Persons with Reduced Mobility Customer Service’ on 01652 682080 if you have any special requirements at the airport. You can download an ‘Access Guide’ from the website above.

National Express Coaches

Contact: Assisted Travel Helpline Tel: 03717 818181 www.nationalexpress.com

Public Transport

They can give journey details, take reservations, sell tickets, agree the level of assistance required at each stage of your journey and advise on what can be provided.

National Rail Enquiries

Tel: 08457 484950 (lines open 24 hours) www.nationalrail.co.uk

Fast and regular inter-city services operate to Hull. The East Coast line linking Hull with Scarborough provides links to all parts of the country and a local service to Bempton, Bridlington, Nafferton, Driffield, Hutton Cranswick, Arram, Beverley and Cottingham. National Rail enquiries provide information on rail travel including routes, departure times and costs, as well as information for disabled passengers on travel assistance, discounts, accessible stations and train facilities.

Northern Rail

Tel: 08081 561606 (freephone) Textphone: 0333 222 0126 Email: [email protected] www.northernrail.org

They can arrange for someone to help you at staffed stations if you have additional needs. The service is free of charge, but you need to give 24 hours notice to confirm the arrangements with station staff. You can also check the access and facilities at any station.

Traveline Yorkshire

Tel: 0871 200 22 33 www.yorkshiretravel.net

The website provides impartial journey planning information about all public transport services - buses, coaches, trains and trams, throughout Yorkshire.

RADAR, Blue Badge Parking & Wheelchair Hire

Disability Rights UK (Formerly RADAR)

Tel: 020 7250 8181 Email: [email protected] www.disabilityrightsuk.org

Disability Rights UK works to create a society where everyone with lived experience of disability or health conditions can participate equally as full citizens. Disability Rights UK is led, run and controlled by disabled people, who make up at least three-quarters of its board members.

The RADAR National Key Scheme (NKS) ensures that one key will open wheelchair accessible toilets throughout the country. RADAR padlocks are also increasingly used on many nature reserves and cycle paths. Keys are available directly from Disability Rights UK. You can no longer buy the NSK Guide as a book, but you can request regional lists of RADAR toilets when you purchase a key.

Blue Badge Scheme www.gov.uk/apply-blue-badge

The Blue Badge scheme is for people with severe mobility problems. It allows Blue Badge holders to park close to where they need to go. The scheme operates throughout the UK and is managed by local authorities, who deal with applications and issue Blue Badges.

Blue Badge holders may:

 Park as long as they wish in a disc parking zone provided that the blue badge is displayed.  Park on a single or double yellow line for up to three hours provided that the blue badge and disc is displayed and the vehicle causes no obstruction.  Always check individual car parks to see if you are required to pay or not as practice differs widely.

NB: remember your Blue Badge, Blue Badge disc and identity card at all times.

Wheelchair Hire

Many of the places in this Directory have wheelchairs and scooters available for loan, either free or relatively cheaply. For other outlets ring your local Tourist Information Centre (see page 71), or contact your local Shopmobility unit. See details on the next page…

Shopmobility

www.nfsuk.org

Shopmobility schemes allow anyone who has difficulty walking, access to manual or powered wheelchairs and scooters. The Shopmobility units can also provide you with useful information about accessible areas within the city or town centre.

Hull

Travel Extra Mobility, Community Junction, Paragon Interchange, Ferensway, Hull, HU1 3QX Tel: 01482 212832

Open: Monday to Saturday, 9.00am to 4.00pm

Kingston– Upon–Hull

Car Park Level 4, Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Hull, HU1 2PQ Tel: 01482 225686

Disability Links

Disability Resource Team

Tel: 01482 393939 (Customer Services) www2.eastriding.gov.uk

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has a Disability Resource Team which includes occupational therapy staff and sensory impairment workers. The team provide assessment, advice and guidance for disabled people and carers who require assistance with activities of daily living.

Disability Rights Advisory Service

Hull CVS, The Strand, 75 Beverley Road, Hull, HU3 1XL

Offers, welfare rights advice, help with form filing and advocacy during appeals.

Hull Centre for Independent Living

Jude Lodge (Tiverton House), Tiverton Road, Brandsholme, Hull, HU7 4DQ Tel: 01482 878778 Email: [email protected]

An organisation (incorporating ‘Choices & Rights Disability Coalition’) run by and for disabled people in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire which identifies and challenges discrimination. Provides a number of key services for disabled people.

Publications

Publications specific to East Yorkshire

The leaflets below are available from your local Tourist Information Centre (see page 71) and East Riding Customer Service Centres (see page 72):

Beverley Mini Guide

Tel: 01482 391672 www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com

Published annually; you can download it from the website above.

Bridlington and East Yorkshire Attractions Guide www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com

Bridlington Mini Guide

Tel: 01482 391634 www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com

Published annually; you can download it from the website above.

Countryside Events

Tel: 01482 395207 www2.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/countryside-and-walks

A brochure put together by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, detailing the countryside events for the year including, guided walks, wildlife events and practical conservation events and workshops. You can download a copy from the website above.

Explore the East Riding Coast www2.eastriding.gov.uk

Contains some useful advice for coastal explorers about leisure and recreation on the beach and coastal environment. It can be downloaded from the council’s website.

Hull Old Town and City Guide

Tel: 01482 223559 www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com

A guide to the historic city including maps of the Fish Trail and Ale Trail.

Yorkshire Wolds and Beyond www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com

A guide to exploring the Yorkshire Wolds including, walks, cycle rides and places to stay. Telephone 0800 849 5060 to request the brochure in braille, large print or audio.

Publications

General Publications

Breakfree

Contact: Open Country Tel: 01423 507227 Email: [email protected] www.opencountry.org.uk

Four Harrogate District Breakfree packs grade fully accessible walks and places of interest by the gradient and surface of the paths whilst also detailing all amenities and potential obstacles on clear, colour maps. Especially suitable for parents, wheelchair users, cyclists and anyone with limited mobility. Call Open Country for a copy. You can download our latest ‘Wild About Wharfedale’ pack from our website above.

Countryside Directories

Contact: Open Country Tel: 01423 507227 Email: [email protected] www.opencountry.org.uk

At Open Country we know just how difficult it is for people with disabilities and their carers to obtain information. Whether it’s places to go, things to do, or clubs to join, countryside directories such as this one can help. Online directories are published for most regions in and around Yorkshire and are available to download for free from our website:

 North Yorkshire

 East Yorkshire

 South Yorkshire

 West Yorkshire

 County Durham

 Teesside

 Lancashire

Publications

‘Doing Life Differently’ guides

Contact: Disability Rights UK Tel: 020 7250 8191 https://crm.disabilityrightsuk.org

A series of publications written by and for people living with a disability or health condition. Packed with practical advice about how to do everyday things differently, including careers, sports, money, IT and transport. The guides are available to download for free from the Disability Rights UK website or you can purchase them for £3.99 each.

English Heritage Access Guide

Tel: 0370 333 1181 Textphone: 0800 015 0516 Email: [email protected] www.english-heritage.org.uk

You can request a printed copy of their Access Guide which has information about the facilities and support that are available at the main sites for disabled people, older people and families of different ages. If you require an alternative accessible version of this document (for instance in audio, Braille or large print) contact the Customer Services Department (details above).

Holidays in the British Isles: A Guide for Disabled People

Disability Rights UK, Ground Floor, CAN Mezzanine, 49-51 East Road, London, N1 6AH Tel: 020 7250 8191 Email: [email protected] https://crm.disabilityrightsuk.org

An annually updated guide to accessible holidays in the British Isles. It is available to purchase for £12.99 (including P &P).

National Trust: Information for Visitors with Disabilities

Tel: 0844 800 1895 or 0344 800 1895 (local call rates apply) Email: [email protected] www.nationaltrust.org.uk

The National Trust publishes regularly updated booklets containing useful information about access and amenities at the National Trust properties in each region. The series of booklets covers all of England and Wales and can be downloaded from the National Trust website.

Open Country

Tel: 01423 507227

Please call to request any of the following leaflets from Open Country:

 Barmby Barrage

Publications

 Brayton Woods  Swinsty Reservoir  York Cycle Route Map  Easy Going Trail from Pateley Bridge to Glasshouses  Easy Going Nature Trail on Skipwith Common  Easy Going along the River Wharfe at Ilkley  Easy Going facilities and routes around Bolton Abbey

Rough Guide to Accessible Britain www.accessibleguide.co.uk

The award-winning ‘Rough Guide to Accessible Britain’ is produced in association with Motability and contains information and tips on days out for disabled people. Each review includes all the access information you need to enjoy your day including, disabled parking, wheelchair access and more. It is available to download free from their website.

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Contact: Rachel Briggs, Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority

Tel: 01969 652363 www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/outand about/accessforall

The Yorkshire Dales National Park has produced a series of free downloadable ‘Access for All Guides’ detailing the most accessible countryside in the Yorkshire Dales. The guides are also available in audio MP3 format. Other formats are available on request.

 Yorkshire Dales National Park

 Garsdale, Dentdale and Sedbergh

 Malham & Ribblesdale

 Swaledale & Arkengarthdale

 Wensleydale

 Wharfedale

Tourist Information Centres

Beverley

34, Butcher Row, Beverley, HU17 OAB Tel: 01482 391672 Email: [email protected] www.eastriding.gov.uk

Bridlington

25, Prince Street, Bridlington, YO15 2NP Tel: 01262 391634 Email: [email protected]

Hornsea (Seasonal)

11-17, Newbegin, Hornsea, HU18 1AB Tel: 01964 536404 Email: [email protected]

Humber Bridge

North Bank Viewing Area, Ferriby Road, Hessle, HU13 0LN Tel: 01482 640852 Email: [email protected]

Kingston Upon Hull

1, Paragon Street, Hull, HU1 3NA Tel: 01482 223559 www.hullcc.gov.uk/visithull Email: [email protected]

Withernsea (Seasonal)

Piers Tower, Withernsea, HU19 2JS Tel: 01964 615683 Email: [email protected]

Customer Service Centres

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has 14 Customer Service Centres. All centres can be contacted by calling 01482 393939 or 0845 1225000, or emailing: [email protected]

Anlaby Hessle

Haltemprice Leisure Centre, South Gate, 120 Springfield Way, Hessle, HU13 0RB Anlaby, HU10 6QJ Hornsea Beverley 75 Newbegin, 7 Cross Street, Hornsea, HU18 1PA Beverley, HU17 9AX Howden Bridlington 69 Hailgate, Town Hall, Howden, DN14 7SX Quay Road, Bridlington, YO16 4LP Market Weighton

Wicstun Centre, Brough 14 Beverley Road, Petuaria Centre, Market Weighton, YO43 3JP Centurion Way, Brough, HU15 1AY Pocklington

Pocela Centre, Cottingham 23 Railway Street, Civic Hall, Pocklington, YO42 2QU 1 Market Green, Cottingham, HU16 5QG Withernsea

243 Queen Street, Driffield Withernsea, HU19 2HH Mill Street, Driffield, YO25 6TR

Goole

Council Offices, Church Street, Goole, DN14 5BG

Hedon

2 New Road, Hedon, HU12 8EN

Websites Worth a Surf…

Accessible Countryside for Everyone (ACE) www.accessiblecountryside.org.uk

Direct Enquiries (The Nationwide Access Register) www.directenquiries.com

Disabled Go www.disabledgo.com

East Riding of Yorkshire Council www.eastriding.gov.uk

English Heritage www.english-heritage.org.uk

Fieldfare Trust www.fieldfare.org.uk

Forestry Commission www.forestry.gov.uk

Holderness Online www.hidden.holderness.org.uk

Mencap www.mencap.org.uk

Mind www.mind.org.uk

National Trust www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Open Country www.opencountry.org.uk

Remap www.remap.org.uk

Websites Worth a Surf…

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) www.rspb.org.uk

Sensory Trust www.sensorytrust.org.uk

Sustrans www.sustrans.org.uk

Traveline www.yorkshiretravel.net

Visit Hull and East Yorkshire www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com

Yorkshire’s Great Houses, Castles and Gardens www.castlesandgardens.co.uk

Yorkshire Net www.yorkshirenet.co.uk

Yorkshire Tourist Board www.yorkshire.com

The Countryside Code

For anyone visiting the countryside it is well worth remembering the Countryside Code:

Respect other people  Consider the local community and other people enjoying the outdoors  Leave gates and property as you find them and follow paths unless wider access is available

Protect the natural environment  Leave no trace of your visit and take your litter home  Keep dogs under effective control

Enjoy the outdoors  Plan ahead and be prepared  Follow advice and local signs

By following these basic guidelines, the countryside stays open to everyone whilst helping the people, animals and wildlife who live there. For more information visit www.naturalengland.org.uk

Cycling and Horse Riding Cyclists and horse riders should be familiar with the Highway Code if they intend to use public roads:

 Always give way to walkers  Cyclists should give way to horse riders on bridleways  Give adequate warning of your approach  Always ride in control and wear a helmet  Be extra careful when approaching bends and path junctions  Ensure that your bike is safe to ride

For more information visit www.gov.uk/rules-for-cyclists-59-to-82

The Funders & Authors

The Funders

The funding for this publication was granted by the European Social Fund, Skills Funding Agency and Your Consortium Ltd. We thank them for their support for our project, enabling us to share this information with others so many more people can enjoy the great outdoors as much as we do.

The Authors

This directory was revised by members of Open Country. Thanks also to our volunteer, Phil Noonan who helped with the research.

Peter Taylor has Andrew Saies been coming out on comes out with our Open Country trips walking groups, and for 11 years. His enjoys rambling favourite outings are through woodlands The Deep, in Hull where he can listen and the National to birdsong. He Coal Mining loves comedy and Museum. He enjoys his favourite 1950s and 60s comedian is Peter music. Kay.

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Easy Going Walks. conservation work She has a keen and countryside interest in drama, walks and enjoys music and visiting museums travelling, and has and other places of recently been to interest. He is a Cuba where she keen photographer swam with and cyclist. dolphins!

Josh Thornton is a member of our Michael Archer conservation has a keen group. He enjoys interest in history gardening, history and enjoys and reading. He visiting churches has several and ancient ruins. b earded dragons His hobbies and leopard include cooking. geckos.

The Funders & Authors

Open Country

Open Country was set up in 1990 to enable anyone with any disability to access and enjoy the countryside. In 2006, we were presented with the Queens Award For Voluntary Service, followed by the Duke Of York’s Community Initiative in 2008 and again in 2014.

We run a fun activities programme all year long, suitable for all ages and abilities, ranging from walking and cycling to outings, wildlife study, outdoor pursuits and practical conservation work. In addition, we provide an advice service about access issues and creating paths accessible for everyone.

The staff have joined the project from a countryside background of work and personal interest. This Directory is just one of the ways that we try to let people know about what is available to them and how they can get involved.

There are also directories available for East Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, County Durham, Lancashire and Teesside. They can be downloaded from: www.opencountry.org.uk

Our directories are free but we always welcome donations. You can donate online via Virgin Money Giving: www.virginmoneygiving.com or by phone: text OCAP37 specifying the amount you would like to donate to 70070.

We hope you use this Directory to get more involved with the countryside and enjoy all the benefits and fun that comes with it.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer The authors of this Directory have made every effort to ensure that the information included was right at the time of going to print. However, we cannot accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions, or any loss or damage arising from the use of this information. We advise Directory users to ensure the suitability of all services described for their individual needs.

We hope to be able to up-date this Directory in the future. If you have any comments, additions, up-dates or suggestions as to how we may improve this Directory please contact us at:

Open Country Community House, 46 East Parade, Harrogate, HG1 5LT Tel: 01423 507227 Email: [email protected] www.opencountry.org.uk

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