Beach Wheelchairs

Before booking
Pushers are required as it is tricky to manhandle the wheels in the usual way.
You must be able to transfer yourself from your usual wheelchair onto a beach wheelchair, as unfortunately we do not have a hoist available.
The chairs are supplied with a chest strap, but do not have a head support.
The maximum weight is 18 stone (252 lbs / 114kg).
Users should be at least 3' (92cm) tall to fit in the chair.

Two beach wheelchairs are available, one for Great Yarmouth beach and one for Gorleston beach. Hire is free but pre-booking is essential. One booking per day is taken for each wheelchair.

For both locations:

Please note: the above inbox and phone number are managed during office hours, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays).

After booking
On the morning of your booking, a code will be sent via email to unlock the padlock on the kiosk to access the beach wheelchair. You can store your traditional wheelchair in the kiosk while using the beach wheelchair.

Map showing the collection and return spots

Great Yarmouth beach wheelchair location

The Great Yarmouth beach wheelchair is located in a purpose built brick storage area on Great Yarmouth seafront, (postcode NR30 3AH) close to the Jetty public toilets on the grassed area, also near the Big Wheel attraction.

Gorleston beach wheelchair location

The Gorleston beach wheelchair is located in a kiosk on the Lower Esplanade (NR31 6BT) in a shelter close to Jay Jay's ice cream stall and across the road from shops and cafes.

The beach wheelchair kiosks were co-funded by the EXPERIENCE project in partnership with Great Yarmouth Borough Council. EXPERIENCE is a €24.5m project led by Norfolk County Council to promote experiential tourism and sustainable economic growth.

EXPERIENCE is co-financed (€16.9 million) by the European Regional Development Fund through the Interreg France (Channel) England Programme under the Natural & Cultural Assets funding category.

Frequently asked questions

How long can I hire a beach wheelchair for?

Members of the public can hire a beach wheelchair for a whole day (8am - 8pm).

Can I hire a beach wheelchair today?

If a beach wheelchair is available, then yes, you can book it. Please note, wheelchair bookings are managed during office hours, Monday to Friday 9am-4.30pm (excluding Bank Holidays).

How do I access the beach wheelchairs?

Once you have booked you will receive a confirmation email. A combination code will be emailed to you the day before or a few days before the day of your hire.

How do I report if the beach wheelchair is damaged?

Please email [email protected] or call 01493 846107 with images if possible. Please note, this inbox and phone are monitored Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays).

How much is it to hire a beach wheelchair?

Beach wheelchair hire is free.

Can we take the beach wheelchair to a different beach?

No, the wheelchairs must stay at Gorleston or Great Yarmouth Beaches depending on where you have hired the wheelchair from.

Can the beach wheelchair go in the sea or water?

No. The wheelchair frame is metal and will go rusty if placed in water so please do not take the wheelchair into any kind of water. The only exception is if the wheelchair needs cleaning - in Gorleston, this can be done under the tap in Pier Gardens (where the Bandstand is).

Can the wheelchair be used in hot weather?

Yes - be aware the frame can become hot when left outdoors in direct sunlight. When someone is using the wheelchair, make sure sun cream is applied and perhaps use an umbrella for shade.