A ‘Tramper’ mobility scooter is now available for visitors to Tarn Hows, near Coniston to borrow thanks to a National Trust initiative. This is the only circular lakeshore path in Cumbria where visitors with limited mobility have such complete access and are able to experience it in this way.
A project began in 2005 to make the footpath around the lake easier for people to use – and the wide level paths which were created are proving to be the perfect route for the new vehicle.
Visitors will be able to use the Tramper free of charge, following a quick lesson in how it works, between 10am and 3pm daily.
The purchase of the £7,500 Tramper was made possible by funding from the GoLakes Travel sustainable visitor transport programme, the Sir Jules Thorn Charitable Trust and National Trust benefactors Alan and Pat Parfett.
Alan Parfett said: “We are very pleased to be associated with the purchase of a Tramper, as Pat’s mother had MS and used a wheelchair for many years. We can appreciate the pleasure and the ability to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tarn Hows that the new Tramper will give to people with mobility problems.”
The rangers are advising visitors to prebook the Tramper to avoid disappointment. Call 07786 670202 for details.
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