Bringing together people and opportunities to create vibrant communities
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Funding for infrastructure project that will make Druridge Bay Beach accessible for all. Primarily to the North at the Links/Caravan Park. Opening up opportunities for generations to come.
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The natural environment is there for us to use to further develop physical and mental wellbeing. Barriers to the natural environment are often overcome with clever infrastructure. Other ways of thinking, often think that if it isn't broke; then it doesn't need fixing. However; with a few clever installations in the right places the natural environment can become one with the whole world around it. The same can be said for persons who have the ability to enjoy Amble Links beach but are unable to due to unsafe pathways. This project will seek permissions from the National Trust and Northumberland County Council to install safe access for visitors and persons with disabilities. Also see as a pilot project, for future access points following on from this. It will also enhance Beach Wheelchair Projects at Amble Links. With improved signage. The project will hopefully be up and running in time for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend from Thursday 2nd June to Sunday 4th June 2022.
What we'll deliver:
Why it's a great idea:
I expect to achieve beach access for all in the shortest possible time. Reducing red tape. By enhancing beach access all types of the local community will benefit. By improving access at Amble Links it will enhance the Northumberland Coastline. Environmental projects may be boosted. Mental well-being and physical health care will be impacted by providing easier access to the local environment. By opening up a pathway; it will open up all sorts of opportunities. Even; environmental and ecological developmental projects may benefit in years to come. By starting this accessible pathways project; I aim to commission beach wheelchairs and work on providing storage for them for local communities to enjoy. Another consideration following this is to provide exercise classes and equipment that can be enjoyed in the outdoor environment.
Steps to get it done:
Making use of the natural environment. Allowing the Human Rights of persons with disabilities to be treated as a necessity rather than an afterthought. By doing so; the environmental impact will be beneficial for everyone who lives and works in the area. The possible beach disabled access path in the Amble links/North Druridge area will be free; fun and for everyone.
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Location Druridge Bay
About the space
NE65 0FS 55.27912° N, 1.56001° W
Council
Northumberland Council
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Bringing together people and opportunities to create vibrant communities
How will the money be spent?Total £62,986
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Total £62,986
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VolunteerHadda Way Taxis is an organisation that primarily operates with Northumberland. We began during the coronavirus pandemic due to lack of available taxis during the pandemic. This highlighted how disjointed the transportation infrustucture is. It also highlighted how isolating it is not be able to access services. This is even more prevelent when you have additional needs or are living in poverty.
Access to services and leisure activities needs companies like us to fill the gap in the market. Northumberland is full of places of interest that are off the beaten track, like castles, Simonside Hills, Kielder Observatory and the beach. We provide wheelchair accessible vehicles and minibuses. During this development; we feel that access to the beach should not be restricted to how able you are. It's free, it's fun and should be for everyone.
We feel best placed; as a transport provider to help facilitate the need for beach access and future transport of beach buggies etc.....
Project Owner: HaddaWay Taxis The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
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