“I checked the route. The station was listed as step-free. I even rang ahead. But when I got there, the lift was broken. No staff. No help. Just stairs.”

It’s a story we hear far too often. Not from one person, but from many. For wheelchair users and those with limited mobility, reaching the trail is often the hardest part.

And here’s the thing:

It’s rarely the trail that’s inaccessible.
It’s everything before it.

How Access Trails UK Makes the Journey Easier

We believe access should be mapped from door to trailhead—not just the scenic parts once you’re there. That’s why each of our featured routes includes:

• Nearby step-free transport hubs
• Bus access, including low-floor vehicles
• Verified parking spots and safe drop-off zones
• Community-added insights on real challenges—and the creative workarounds that made a difference

Because a beautiful day out shouldn’t be cancelled by a broken lift or a game of station roulette.

Want to help make these journeys easier for others?
We’d love to hear about your experience—whether it went smoothly or hit unexpected snags. Every insight helps us build a clearer, kinder map for all.

👉 Share your story with us

You’re always welcome to wander through our informal blog too—our more reflective corner of the site.