Brockholes - (charges) - "Whether it’s on our iconic floating Visitor Village or out on our 250 acre nature reserve, Brockholes is full of Nature Moments!" "You can take a walk along the River Ribble, explore our ancient woodland and amble around our lakes." "With a network of accessible trails and hides, as well as free use of a wheelchair, disabled facilities and car parking spaces, Brockholes is truly able to be enjoyed by all visitors." "Most of the footpaths at Brockholes are level and surfaced. The kissing gates are accessible for smaller wheelchairs and pushchairs and are shown on the Trail Access Guide." - from the Lancashire Wildlife Trust website

Cross Hill Quarry - "A mosaic of woodland and small meadows provides an exceptional refuge for wildlife. Small skipper, orange-tip and meadow brown butterflies flit through the flower-rich grasslands. In spring, black caps, willow warblers and chiffchaffs provide a soundtrack that will make your heart sing, while the nearby River Ribble acts as the backdrop to unmissable natural drama." "The crowning glory of Cross Hill Quarry is its plant life. Limestone species like fairy flax, mouse-ear hawkweed and lady’s bedstraw grow alongside fragrant wild herbs like thyme and marjoram. Reed canary-grass and willows flourish alongside common spotted orchids and northern marsh orchids, while lesser celandine, hedge woundwort, wild rose, woodruff and bluebells add a carpet of colour to the woodlands." "Most of the footpaths in this mosaic of woodland and meadows are wheelchair-friendly." - from the Lancashire Wildlife Trust website

Fairhaven Lake - (RSPB) - "Take a stroll around Fairhaven Lake and spot a variety of familiar ducks and geese such as mallards, Canada geese, moorhens, coots and greylags. In winter you may also notice the arrival of pochards, scaup and tufted ducks. Cormorants can be spotted stretching out their wings, whilst a little grebe may plop below the surface in search of food." "On the far side of the lake, the sea defence wall and promenade give rise to a fabulous vista over the whole estruary. With its vast mudflats, saltmarsh and sand dune network, it is one of the most important areas in the country for birds. Some stay all year round, whilst others stop off to refuel on migration in spring and autumn." "The visitor centre and shop are on one level with no steps. A gently sloping ramp leads down to Fairhaven Lake right next to the Fairhaven Lake Visitor Centre. Toilet and baby changing; Situated next to Fairhaven Lake, Nature trails access; The route around Fairhaven Lake is smooth and level tarmac suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs

Fleetwood Beach Wheelchairs - "Very few places in the UK can claim to have truly accessible beaches for wheelchair users ... we want to be able to say Fleetwood is somewhere that welcomes and supports everyone to enjoy our fabulous coastline. This is why we wanted to bring beach wheelchairs to Fleetwood." - from the Fleetwood Beach Wheelchairs website

Forest of Bowland Trampers Trails - The Forest of Bowland AONB website have a number of Tramper Trails available for download. "The Tramper Trails have been graded using the Disabled Ramblers 1 to 5 categories.  These vary in distance and terrain, providing a range of experiences to suit those seeking a simple ride to those looking for something more challenging." - from the Forest of Bowland AONB website

Foxhill Bank - "Foxhill Bank Local Nature Reserve is a hidden oasis nestled in a shallow valley in the heart of Oswaldtwistle. History and industry meet natural beauty; remnants of the past forming the foundations of a fantastic collection of habitats. Lodges that were originally constructed for storing water for the dying and printing of fabrics have been reborn; moulded into pools colonised by lush vegetation, insects and amphibians" "A range of walking routes on footpaths around the reserve. Foxhill Bank is wheelchair accessible but there are some steep steps on circular routes." - from the Lancashire Wildlife Trust website

Leighton Moss - (RSPB) - "There are amazing sights to see and hear all year round at Leighton Moss. Dazzling wetland flowers and dazzling dragonflies add a splash of colour to the reserve in summer and otters fish for eels in the deeper meres. Autumn can bring huge numbers of waders to the area and visitors can catch glimpses of rutting red deer on calm evenings. Most winters vast starling murmurations may be seen swirling above the vast reedbeds as thousands of birds flock together before going to roost. Meanwhile large numbers of little egrets will gather in the trees at dusk, looking like festive decorations in the fading light." "Car parking; 7 Blue Badge spaces, Visitor centre; Ground floor entry, step free and non-slip tiled flooring. Toilet and baby changing; Level access entry An emergency alarm pull cord, Nature trails access; Flat and undulating The lower trail has a gate at one end A variety of seating is available along the trails, 12 picnic tables with wheelchair spaces." - from the RSPB website

Martin Mere Wetland Centre - "With wide-open spaces and wetlands full of the sights and sounds of nature, there's plenty to see and do." "The reedbed walk is also home to our newest hide, the Gordon Taylor hide, with spectacular, up close views of large flocks of pink footed geese and other wintering wildlife such as whooper swans, teal, pintail and wigeon." "You can’t beat the sweet-scented peace of our beautiful gardens, whether it is relaxing in the eco-garden spotting butterflies, contemplating in the Royal Bank of Canada Show garden (as seen at RHS Chelsea 2017) or strolling amongst beautiful wildflowers, reeds and grasses in Wild walk" "There are two large blue badge holder car parks catering for 25 vehicles outside the entrance. Car parking is free. Free wheelchairs are available at the centre. There is a mobility scooter available to hire. This must be booked in advance by calling 01704 891220. There are 4 accessible toilets on site. The paths around the waterfowl gardens are all paved and accessible with benches at regular intervals as resting points. The nature trail is fully paved. It is not a circular loop. Most of our hides have lower windows to allow for wheelchair users to view the wildlife and bird books to help with identification." - from the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust website

Mere Sands Nature Reserve - 42 hectares -  "Wildfowl, waders and abundant wildflowers thrive in this tranquil oasis of lakes and woodland." "95% of paths are suitable for wheelchairs and prams (shortcut through the pine wood is not suitable for wheelchairs). Six hides, the viewing platform and Visitor Centre are fully accessible." - from the Lancashire Wildlife Trust website

Samlesbury Hall - "Samlesbury Hall, one of the stunning stately homes of Lancashire, a haven for history lovers, where the past meets the present - a fantastic, family day out." "The grounds and ground floor are accessible to wheelchairs - we are sorry but unfortunately some of the upstairs rooms are not currently accessible, but there is access to the galleries via a stair lift." from the Samlesbury Hall website

Witton Country Park - "Witton Country Park covers 480 acres of mixed woodland, parkland, grassland and farmland." "The park has many areas which have either level access or are accessible via the use of ramps and hand rails." "Witton Park access trails - All routes are suitable for tramper scooters. All trails start and finish at the wooden pavilion and are waymarked with coloured arrows that match the route colours" - from the Blackburn with Darwen Council website

Wycoller Country Park - We understand that there are accessible paths and toilets in the park, and that they have Tramper buggy hire (please call 01772 533919 to enquire) - "Wycoller Country Park is one of the prettiest country parks in Lancashire. The area is famous for its association with the Brontë sisters who referred to many of the nearby landmarks in books such as Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre." "Wycoller country park has many footpaths leading to local beauty spots which include Bank House and Wycoller Beck. " - from the Lancashire County Council website

Wyre Estuary Country Park - "Wyre Estuary Country Park is situated on the banks of the River Wyre and is an award winning Green Flag Country Park. Many of the facilities are accessible to disabled people including the use of the Tramper all terrain electric buggy. The network of paths lead visitors through a variety of estuary and riverside views, where you will find a wide range of habitats and wildlife, including excellent birdwatching opportunities. There are picnic sites and a special family area. The cafe on site offers basic light refreshments and ice cream." from the Discover Wyre website