About
Beach Wheelchairs at Barry Island
EIGHT brand-new beach wheelchairs are available for visitors to use at Barry Island.
4 new Hippocampe All Terrain Beach Wheelchairs
Robust and extremely stable the amphibious Hippocampe all-terrain beach wheelchair is light, and easy to use. Suitable for any age from 2-102 visitors can enjoy a a stroll along the beach and even a paddle in the sea.
4 new WheelEEZ Sandcruiser All-Terrain Beach Wheelchairs
The WheelEEZ Sandcruiser All-Terrain Beach Wheelchair is designed to provide unparalleled mobility and comfort on various terrains, including sandy beaches. This wheelchair features pneumatic wheels that ensure a smooth ride, allowing users to enjoy a stroll along the epromenade and beach with ease.
4 Standard Wheelchairs
4 standard wheelchairs are available for visitors to use to during their visit to Barry Island.
How to Hire
Please follow the link below to book your Beach Wheelchairs. All bookings are for a full day to allow you to enjoy your time at Barry Island at leisure with your family and friends. Advance booking is required to ensure a beach wheelchair is available for your visit. Beach Wheelchairs can be collected from 10am and must be returned by 4pm.
If you have a question about the Beach Wheelchairs please see our Frequently Asked Questions (Link below) or email us as beachwheelchairs@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Collection
All Beach Wheelchairs can be collected from the accessible Changing Places Facility next to the public conveniences at the Western side of the promenade behind Marco's Cafe. Location. Check out the map below. the collection point is marked in the pink circle. Lockers are available for Beach Wheelchair users within this facility. Please see an attendant on duty for access.
All users will need to provide either one form of photo ID that matches the name of the booking upon collection, or two detailing your address.
For further details, please see our Frequently Asked Questions document and the Terms & Conditions
The Barry Island Beach Wheelchairs were funded through the Welsh Government, Brilliant Basics fund and the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
