Answering your questions on Beach Wheelchairs

For those with disabilities, everyday wheelchairs are not ideal for trips to the seaside. A lot of you have heard about beach wheelchairs but have several questions so to help you we've put together this little post answering the most popular questions.

ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS ON BEACH WHEELCHAIRS
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For those with disabilities, everyday wheelchairs are not ideal for trips to the seaside. A lot of you have heard about beach wheelchairs but have several questions so to help you we've put together this little post answering the most popular questions.

What is a beach wheelchair?
A beach wheelchair also known as a sand chair is a specially designed wheelchair which features wide tread pneumatic wheels allowing users to glide across the sand. 

What does a beach wheelchair look like?
You can find a picture above :o)

Why are beach wheelchairs so expensive?
Beach wheelchairs are a high-end product made from marine grade stainless steel frame making the wheelchair strong and durable along with being rust proof. Additionally, the seat cover is made from a breathable acrylic which is extremely strong, resistant to salt water and is UV stabilised along with being quick drying.

Where to rent a beach wheelchair?
Click here to find all the UK beaches which offer the opportunity to hire a beach wheelchair.

Can beach wheelchairs go in the water?
Yes, they can, however, be sure to be careful as you may float off!

How do I make a beach wheelchair?
This can be done quite simply by changing the wheels from a standard wheelchair over to our WheelEEZ beach wheels. We offer a wheelchair conversion kit providing you with all the parts you’ll need.