A new project to make a popular Isle of Wight beach more accessible for all is expecting phase one to be completed this Spring.
Ryde Town Council are working with several partners to enhance accessibility for all at Ryde Beach.
With continued support from Unlimited Island, an accessibility consulting CIC, phase one of the project is expected to complete soon.
This will include the installation of boardwalks on the sand near the lifeguard’s station and Marina Beach and the purchase of sand and sea wheelchairs and walkers.
The boardwalks would be removed in Autumn for storage but will be available for booking through the summer months.
Ryde Mayor Richard May said: “Ryde Town Council are delighted to be working with a dedicated organisation like Unlimited Island on this incredibly important project.
“Their involvement has significantly elevated the project's visibility and provided valuable insights from frontline users.”
Unlimited Island’s JustGiving page, combined with contributions from the IW Council, Visit IoW and RTC, mean the team are moving closer to achieving the first phase of the plans.
Claire Walker, founder of Unlimited Island, said: “It’s been a real pleasure to work with RTC and other key partners to finally made the beautiful beach at Ryde accessible to all.
“The importance of having accessible beaches on the Island cannot be understated, and I look forward to seeing the beach used by everyone in the near future.”
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