St Andrews Beach Wheelchairs

wobblycyclist

18 May 2026

All terrain electric wheelchair

5

5

Date of visit: May 2026

I have experience of challenges around: a hidden impairment, accessing toilets, dexterity or coordination, hearing, moving around and understanding.

I use or have experience of: autism, autism, disabled toilet, walking aid, walking aid, wheelchair

Overall Rating

Excellent

I pre-booked their all terrain electric wheelchair for a walk along St Andrews beach with my friend and her dog. The booking process was straightforward through their website and you can book a morning or afternoon 3hrs slot. After some training on how to use it and I questionnaire to help with their funding, I set off along the boardwalk onto the beach. I wasn't convinced it would handle the soft sand (see video) but it just powered through without any difficulties! It's very easy to use with a joystick control and push button speed settings. The chair back can altered, as well as the height of the seat although I had it on the shortest setting and couldn't rest my feet on the footplate fully (I'm 5 ft 3). It wasn't an issue though as I felt fully supported by the seat and had a seat belt. The service is entirely free, but I made a donation to say thank you. Afterwards, we had cake and tea at The Dook which, although wheelchair accessible inside, was very busy with limited space, so we ate outside. They are dog friendly (very dog friendly) and have lots of treat options for them too.

Disabled Access In and Around

Good

Accessible facilities: Single-level venue

Parking & Transport

Excellent

Accessible facilities: Public or on street parking

Staff

Excellent