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Address: Guards Club Park, Maidenhead, Windsor and Maidenhead SL6 1X Location Guards Club Park is a 1.1 hectare green space located in Maidenhead. The park backs on to the River Thames and has bridge access to Guards Club Island. The island is closed each year between December and June due to nesting waterfowl; however, the park remains open all year round. History Guards Club Park was created by Maidenhead Civic Society as a Silver Jubilee project, which began in 1976 and ended in 1980. The centrepiece was the restoration of the footbridge, which was built prior to 1880. For more information Click Here From the park, you can also see the Maidenhead Railway Bridge, also known as the Maidenhead Viaduct. The bridge was completed in 1838 and carries the Great Western Main Line (GWML) over the River Thames between Maidenhead, Berkshire, and Taplow, Buckinghamshire. What's there? At Guards Club Park, you will find: Open green space ideal for small dog walks Riverside views Gazebo (pictured at the bottom of the page) Bridge to Guards Club Island View of Maidenhead Railway Bridge View of 13th century Maidenhead Bridge Parking There is a small on site car park. Parking is free, and the gates are locked half an hour before sunset. There are no specified disabled parking spaces. Accessibility Due to its small size and plentiful benches, Guards Club Park is ideal for visitors who struggle to walk long distances. There are less than 50 metres to walk to reach the river. There is no path from the car park to the riverside, but the grass is fairly level, so it should not be an issue for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. There are a few steps to access the bridge to Guard Club Island, unfortunately making it inaccessible for wheelchair users. There are no public toilets at the park. Conclusion Overall, Guards Club Park is accessible for people of all ages and abilities. The park tends to be quiet and peaceful throughout the day. With plenty of waterfowl in the area, it can be a good idea to bring some duck food. For more info on the Maidenhead Railway Bridge Click Here

Address: Castle Hill, Guildford GU1, UK Location Guildford Castle is located in Surrey, England. It is thought to have been built by William the Conqueror, or one of his barons, shortly after the 1066 invasion of England. It's located near the top of Guildford high-street and is only 50 metres away from the nearest car park. Parking Tunsgate car park is small, with around 20-30 spaces on ground level only. You can pay with cash, or by contactless at the machine. It's best to come outside of peak times; I have found there are always spaces during the week. For more information about parking Click Here Accessing the Castle Grounds The distance from the car park to the castle is about 50 metres. There is a short, but steep slope to the castle (pictured above) with benches and a view of the surrounding town at the top. There are also places sit around the bowling green and bandstand area. The paths are smooth, but there are some steep slopes. There are no public toilets at the castle or its gardens. The closest toilets are located 150 metres from the castle, down Tunsgate Street. The Tunsgate toilets are accessible for disabled visitors and have baby changing facilities. Local shops and High Street During your visit, you could also venture up the street opposite the castle, named Tusngate; there is a café on the corner and a collection of shops with a few benches outside. There is also a great record shop, which I would highly recommend. Just a bit further and you will be at the main high street. It's on a hill and has less places to stop and rest, but it is worth looking at with lots of old shops and the Historic Guildford Guildhall Clock. Conclusion Overall, with the use of Tunsgtate car park, you can see a great part of Guildford's history and access some local shops. Guildford Castle is an ideal place to stop for lunch, with benches and grass patches around the castle grounds. The castle and surrounding areas have a lot to offer and may require multiple visits to see everything. With the grounds being wheelchair accessible, and the plentiful seating available, this can be a great day out for people of all ages and abilities.

Address: Stag Hill, Guildford GU2 7UP Location Guildford Cathedral is free to enter and has a café on site. It stands at the top of Stag Hill, one of the highest points in Guildford. Construction of the cathedral began in 1936 and ended in 1961. Parking Parking is free for two hours and is right next to the cathedral. You can enter the cathedral through the main entrance at the front or through a side entrance by the car park. Cathedral Grounds The path around the cathedral is level and suitable for wheelchairs. There are gardens around the cathedral and on the opposite side of the car park, you will find a view of the town. With plenty of benches and large patches of grass, this can be a great place to stop for a picnic. Inside Inside the cathedral was quiet. At the entrance, you can pick up a leaflet with a map, information about the cathedrals history and key points of interest. Once inside, you will find plenty of displays and rooms with information about the cathedrals construction and the local area. The cathedral is approximately 100 metres in length, but it can take some time to see everything. Accessibility The cathedral is wheelchair accessible, with a ramp at the west entrance and a lift on the north door. The paths around the grounds and in the cathedral are smooth and level. There are plenty of benches throughout the gardens and along the hillside viewpoint to the south of the cathedral. Public toilets are available behind the cathedral Shop, with a unisex accessible toilet, and baby changing facilities. Conclusion With the close proximity of the car park, Guildford Cathedral is great for visitors who struggle to walk long distances. There's lots to see but plenty of places to stop and rest. I found the cathedral to be the perfect place to walk around slowly without large crowds, and no worries of feeling stranded too far from the car or a place to sit. For more accessible trips in Guildford visit- Accessible Locations in Guildford web page.

Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3DZ Liverpool Gardens, Worthing BN11 1RY Location Worthing is a seaside resort town in West Sussex, England. It's located at the foot of the South Downs, 11 miles west of Brighton and 18 miles east of Chichester. With its pier, beach and local shops, Worthing is a popular tourist destination during the holidays, but is still worth visiting all year round. What's There? Whatever you’re searching for, there’s something for every shopper in Worthing. High-street shops, independent boutiques and larger shopping centres are all within easy reach, making the town a great place for some retail fun. Worthing is filled with art galleries and studios. If you’re searching for something special to hang in your home or you’d love to buy something made by a local creator, there are plenty of arts and crafts outlets and shops in Worthing. Parking Parking around Steyne Gardens will give easy access to Warwick Street, a picturesque street with a jewellery shop and lots of cafés and restaurants. You can also park along the Marine Parade, with parking on both sides of the street. This will give easy access to the Royal Arcade shopping mall and the South Street Square. The Montague car park is another option, with it being 100 metres from Warwick Street, and its close proximity to Liverpool Gardens offering a place to stop and rest. Pay-and-display parking is £1.20 per hour, and you can park for a maximum of 4 hours. Parking is free for those with blue badges. Accessibility When parking around Steyen Gardens, there's a short walk to Warwick Street (around 200 metres). There are plenty for benches around the park, and then more benches along Warwick Street too; so you don't have to worry about finding a place to stop and rest. When parking along the Marine Parade, you can access: Montague Place (due to be refurbished in 2024, making it a green space with more seating), which currently has two benches on the right side of the street, and then a 100-metre walk to the next set of benches at Montague Street. Bath Place, with around 100 metres before reaching a bench on Montague Street. The Royal Arcade, with plenty of benches inside. Worthing's streets are level and suitable for wheelchair and mobility scooter users, with plenty of space along the main shopping streets. Conclusion Overall, Worthing is a great place to visit for those with mobility issues. Plenty of benches and places to park make Worthing's high-streets easily accessible. If you struggle to walk long distances, I would recommend looking on google street view to check the location of benches; this can help you plan your visit.

Address: Mill Rd, Arundel BN18 9PA, United Kingdom Location The River Arun runs through the historic town of Arundel. This location offers a peaceful place to stop with a view of the 11th century Arundel bridge, as well as access to other local amenities. At this location you will find: Riverside views Waterside Café Blackfriars Ruins Arundel Museum Parking The Mill Road Car Park is located right next to the Waterside Café and Museum. This is a large car park, with additional overflow parking if needed. Parking can still be a challenge during peak tourist seasons. There are 7 disabled parking bays. Opening Times: Mon-Sun 08:00 - 18:00 Prices: Up to 3 Hours - £2.50 4 Hours - £3.50 Max - £5.00 Accessibility With the car parks close proximity to the cafe, museum, and ruins, this location is ideal for visitors who struggle to walk long distances. The distance from the car park to the ruins and river view is about 50 metres. This location is suitable for wheelchair users with mostly level, but bumpy paths. There is one slight incline in the path to the ruins (pictured at the bottom of the page). The Arundel Museum is wheelchair accessible. The public toilets are located adjacent the museum, facing the car park. Conclusion Overall, this location has a lot to offer visitors of all abilities. With the use of the Mill Road Car Park you are able to easily access the cafe, museum, ruins, and benched area with a view over the river. With the cafe alongside the river, this location makes and ideal place to stop for lunch. The museum is a great place to learn about Arundel, especially with the rest of the historic town being very hilly and less accessible for some visitors.

Address: King's Parade, Bognor Regis PO21 2QA, United Kingdom Location The Marine Park gardens are located to the west of Bognor Regis and run alongside Aldwick Beach. At the Gardens, you will find flower beds full of colour, an 18-hole putting green, plenty of seating, and water fountains. There's two cafes near the gardens. The Aldwick Beach Cafe is just across the road facing the beach, and the West Park Cafe located across the road at the western end of the gardens. Parking There is pay and display parking along the Marine Drive. You can also park on Kings Parade road; these are also pay and display, but have a two-hour limit. There are no specified disabled parking spaces around the gardens. The lower paths along Kings Parade road, as well as the parallel parking spaces, may be more accessible than those of the Marine Drive for some visitors. Blue Badge users park for free. Accessibility The paths at this location are level and smooth, ideal for pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters. With plenty of benches, the Marine Park Gardens are accessible for visitors who struggle to walk long distances. The nearest public toilets are located across the road at the western end of the gardens, at the West Park Cafe. Conclusion Overall, the Marine Park Gardens offer a relaxing, quiet space accessible for visitors of all abilities. The gardens can be a great place to stop while visiting Aldwick Beach.

Address: Wray Ln, Reigate RH2 0HX Part of the Surrey Hills, Reigate is an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). While it's known for its hiking trails, there is also a lot to see for less-able visitors as well, with great views from the top of the hill, without even needing to leave your car. What's there? Reigate Hill offers a wide view of the surrounding area, standing at a height of 234.7 metres (with a drop of 100.1 metres). There's a café that offers a good selection of food, drinks and ice cream. There are plenty of places to sit, with benches dotted around the edge of the hill and seating outside the café. A viewpoint adjacent to the carpark and café shares information on the distance between you and other points of interest. Parking The National Trust car park is free and open 24 hours a day. Its located right at the top of the hill. The car park is just over 50 metres in length and goes around in a loop, with a slight slope separating the two sections. There are 4 disabled parking spaces on the upper section of the car park, with easy access to the café and public toilets. There have always been spaces on my visits to Reigate Hill, so parking has never been an issue. Accessibility Reigate Hill is accessible for people of all abilities, with great views without having to leave the car. The ground around the hill is bumpy in places, but the distance needed to walk is minimal. The furthest you'll have to walk is 50 metres to get to the view point, or from the far side of the car park to the café. The café and toilets are both wheelchair-accessible. When to visit? The Junction 8 café is open from 08:00-16:00 Monday to Friday and 08:00-16:30 on weekends. With the hill being a popular hiking and tourist destination, it tends to be fairly busy throughout the day, but I have always been able to find a place to park. Visiting in the evening can be great, with a view of the lights coming from surrounding towns and planes landing and taking off from Gatwick airport. Conclusion Reigate Hill has something for people of all abilities, with great views and facilities. You don't have to walk far to see everything and it would make a great place to stop off for lunch or a picnic. With free parking and a great café, it's one of the most popular beauty spots in Surrey. I would highly recommend a visit. If you want to see more of the Surrey Hills I would recommend reading our post about Newlands Corner.

Address: Swiss Cottage, Zig Zag Rd, Tadworth KT20 7LB Location Box Hill is a part of the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It's located in the North Downs, approximately 19 miles south-west of London. Box Hill has views across the surrounding countryside; it's also home to lots of wildlife and plants too, including the Adonis blue butterfly and bee orchid. Parking Parking costs: £1.50 per hour for first 2 hours £4 for up-to 4 hours £6 for 5 hours and above. National trust members and blue badge holders park for free. What's There? National Trust The National Trust Visitors Centre provides a cafeteria, gift shop, toilets, and lunch area. The centre is accessible for wheelchair users, with smooth paths, but some slopes. The National Trust building is just across the road from the car park. Viewpoint The viewpoint is a short walk from the car park (about 100 metres). There is a wide view of the surrounding landscape. The hill side can be a great location for picnics during the summer, with plenty of space and wonderful views. Accessibility With the car park, visitor centre and viewpoint so close together, Box Hill is a good place to visit if you struggle walking long distances. The hill face is an open field, and is adjacent to the car park. The distance from the car park to the viewpoint is around 100 metres, and the path (pictured below) isn't too steep. The main viewpoint is accessible for both wheelchairs and mobility scooters. There are benches underneath the viewing platform, but during good weather, people sit all around the hill. Conclusion Overall, Box Hill is an ideal location to visit if you struggle to walking long distances. With the café and picturesque views, it's a great place to stop for lunch or a picnic. With the car park and viewpoint being nearly the same level, there isn't too much of a slope to worry about. For more accessible trips in the Surrey Hills you could visit: Newlands Corner Reigate Hill

Address: Wildridings Rd, Bracknell RG12 7SJ Location Bracknell's Mill Pond offers a large circular walk with views over the water and surrounding woodlands. There are plenty of ducks, swans and geese to feed, so don't forget to bring some bird food. The pond is a great place for young families to visit with its play area, skatepark and on-site cafe. What's There? At this location you will find: Pond walks Mill Park Cafe Kids play area Skatepark McDonalds Mill Park Cafe is open from 8am-2pm Tuesday to Friday and 9am-1:30pm Saturday. Closed from Sunday to Monday. For more information, visit their Website. Parking Parking at the Mill Pond is free for all visitors. There are two blue-badge parking spaces. There is also a car park outside the nearby McDonald's, 100 metres from the park. Accessibility The paths at this location are fairly level, with some minor slopes in places (images of the paths are included below). There are frequent benches around the pond, with the first one about 50 metres from the car park. You can also sit outside the cafe, with picnic benches overlooking the water. There is an accessible toilet located at the rear of the cafe building, 20 metres from the car park. Conclusion Overall, with its cafe, play park, skatepark and pond walk, this location is ideal for people of all ages. There are plenty of places to stop and rest if you struggle to walk long distances, and the paths are wheelchair and mobility scooter accessible.

Address: Hurst Park Car Park, Molesey, West Molesey KT8 1ST Location Located a few miles from Hampton Court Palace, Hurst Park is a popular open green space for dog walkers and families, but it's also accessible for less able visitors too. At Hurst Park you will find: Open fields River views Basketball court Children's playground Public toilet Parking Parking at this location is free. The car park is large, with 3 disabled parking spaces spread between each of the sections. There is a height limit of 2.1 metres. Opening times: Monday to Friday - 7.30am Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays - 9am The car park is locked at dusk. Accessibility Hurst Park has plenty of benches located throughout its grounds, about every 25-50 metres or so, making it ideal for visitors who struggle to walk long distances. With benches being most frequent towards the end of the car park, where the road meets the river. The paths are suitable for wheelchair and mobility scooter users, but they are a bit bumpy, with puddles in places. Image of the river side path is included below. There is a single accessible toilet near the car park entrance. Conclusion Overall, Hurst Park is a great place to visit for people of all ages and abilities. Its large fields, kids play area and river views make this location ideal for dog owners and families with young children. Hurst Park is also a good place to stop for lunch, with plenty of benches throughout the grounds.

Address: Shirley Way, CR0 8PN Location Millers Pond is a 4 acre green space in the suburbs of Croydon. There are plenty of places to sit throughout the park with a view over the pond, as well as an open field ideal for dogs. There are many wildfowl to discover at Millers Pond, as well as bats in the evenings. The ducks and geese are very friendly at this location, so don't forget your duck food. This park has been awarded the Green Flag Award.  To find out more about the award visit https://www.greenflagaward.org/ Facilities Ornamental pond in a small park Lunch tables Toilets Accessibility There is no car park at this location, but the pond can be reached from Worcester Close, Farm Lane, and Shirley Way. During the day, there are plenty of places to park, with minimal walking distances. The paths at this location are level and smooth, ideal for pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters. The pond's small size makes it ideal for those who struggle to walk long distances. There are plenty of benches located throughout the park. There are public toilets at this location, but they were closed during my visit. Conclusion Overall, Millers Pond is an ideal place to stop for lunch or visit with young kids. The pond tends to be quiet and relaxing, with few visitors passing through. This location is suitable for people of all ages and abilities.

Address: Devil's Dyke Rd, Brighton BN1 8YJ Location Devil's Dyke is a 100 metre deep valley on the South Downs in Sussex in southern England, 5 miles north-west of Brighton. There is a National Trust car park right at the top, with wide views of the surrounding countryside. The Devil's Dyke Vintage Inn Pub, adjacent to the car park, is a great place to stop for lunch and is dog friendly. Driving there, you will pass through the hills of the south downs, An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Famous painter John Constable described the panorama from Devil’s Dyke as 'the grandest view in the world'. Parking The Devil's Dyke car park is Pay & Display. £1.50 for 1 hour; £3 for up to 2 hours; £6 all day. National Trust members and Blue Badge holders park free. There are disabled parking spaces located at the entrance to the pub, and on the right as you enter the National Trust car park. Accessibility With the car park at the top of the hill, you get great views without needing to leave the car. The main view point is 20 metres from the car park and shares information on the surrounding area. The ground around the hill is bumpy so may not be suitable for all visitors. Hidden Viewpoint Saddlescombe Rd, Brighton (50°53'28.1"N 0°11'53.9"W in google maps) There are multiple places to park during your journey; my personal favourite is along saddlescombe Rd, just 5 minutes from the National Trust car park. There are a few spaces at the side of the road with a view of the hills. This is a quiet location, with few other visitors. Walking a few metres down the hill, you will find a secluded bench with views over local farmland. This can be a great place to stop for lunch or a picnic. The path to the bench is uneven and bumpy, so it won't be accessible for all visitors, but it's only a few meters off the road so there's not a long walking distance. Conclusion Overall, Devils Dyke is a great place to visit, even for less able visitors, with its famous views and accessible parking. The drive through the hills offer a view of the countryside and can be a good place to stop on your way to Brighton or other seaside towns.