Away from it all but take a jumper or two
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Date of visit: February 2017
I have experience of challenges around: moving around
Overall Rating
Good
A wheelchair-accessible venue but not really for the single traveller. The site information does make mention of it being accessible but, in truth, there are a couple of tricky areas. It is a wonderful place for views and bird watching and although only 5 minutes away from town, you could be miles away. Bear in mind that, whatever the weather when you leave home, it will be ten degrees colder here!
Disabled Access In and Around
Good
Quite a slope to get anywhere although, generally, access is quite good. Plenty of made-up paths that a fairly flat if you don't fancy doing the complete circuit.
Parking & Transport
Good
You'll need a car to get here. The car park has plenty of spaces and many disabled spaces. The whole car park is on a slope and there are a couple of drainage channels to be negotiated.
Accessible Toilets
Good
Radar key operation.
Staff
0No staff on view when I was there.
Additional Information
I was traveling solo as the website seemed to indicate that would be OK. Theoretically, it is possible to push yourself around but you'll need to be very confident in your ability. I was using a Smart Drive wheel and a Freewheel - and I just about managed it. Most of the route round the reservoir is flat but the surface is a bit 'gravelly'. There is a much steeper slope in 2 areas and it is here that help would be greatly appreciated. I would imagine that power chair or scooter users will be OK.
