Access Guide
Access Point (Nature Reserve)
- This access point is located beyond the welcome tent and seating area.
- The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces.
- The access point is clearly signed.
- Assistance is available at the access point.
- There is step-free level access.
- There is an open gap.
- There is step-free access via a very easy slope as you enter.
Viewpoint Trail
- The following is available in this area: open countryside and woodland.
- Outdoor areas consist of bonded gravel, shingle, concrete or tarmac and cobbled surfaces.
- There are footpaths throughout.
- The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
- There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
- There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
- The paths have uneven surfaces.
Outdoor Spaces (Airey Woodland Trail)
- The following is available in this area: woodland and open countryside.
- Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, loose chippings, compact earth and shingle.
- There are footpaths throughout.
- The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: along the trail, with some support handrails.
- There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
- The paths have uneven surfaces.
Outdoor Spaces (Lomond Trail)
- The following is available in this area: woodland and open countryside.
- Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac, compact earth, loose stones and decking.
- There are footpaths throughout.
- The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: along some parts of the trail.
- There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
- The paths have gates and uneven surfaces.
Outdoor Spaces (Shore Wood Path)
- The following is available in this area: woodland and open countryside.
- Outdoor areas consist of compact earth, uncompacted earth and loose stones.
- There are footpaths throughout.
- The majority of the paths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: some areas along the trail.
- The following areas have stepped access: down to the beach areas.
- There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
- The paths have gates, narrow gaps and uneven surfaces.
Seating Area (Picnic Areas)
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Location and Access
View
- There are several picnic areas; the pond, meadow oak and shelter picnic areas.
- The most accessible route has steep ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
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Seating Area
View
- The seating area is uncovered.
- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area, this may include the use of a lift.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: some areas along the more challenging trails.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Seating available in this area includes: benches.
- Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
- Some chairs and tables are fixed.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.