Bath and North East Somerset ShopMobility UK

Overview

ShopMobility UK is a nationwide network of centres which hire out mobility equipment to the public. This equipment is mainly manual wheelchairs, powerchairs and mobility scooters so people with restricted mobility can enjoy independence outdoors. These hire services are low cost or sometimes free to all ages of people looking to access shops and leisure facilities. 

Anyone of any age can use local ShopMobility services. ShopMobility is not only for elderly individuals or people with chronic disabilities, it provides support for those restricted by temporarily illness or injury. Maybe you have broken your leg or have strength problems after an operation? Do you have a child with disabilities who needs pushing in a wheelchair? Or simply, you may find walking longer distances difficult. 

Whatever your need, each centre is ready to help you access your local shops and facilities with appropriate mobility equipment. 

Centres

Bath does not currently operate a ShopMobility scheme. The nearest schemes are in Bristol and Gloucester.

Bristol ShopMobility

www.bristolshopmobility.co.uk

Cabot Circus Car Park, Newfoundland Circus, Bristol, BS2 9AN

Bristol ShopMobility has a large range of mobility aids for hire, including scooters and wheelchairs. Daily charges apply and free-of-charge registration is required for which you will need some form of ID. Staff are able to provide equipment training if required.

Longer-term loans are available, including fold-up scooters and wheelchairs which will easily fit into the boot of a car. A deposit is required, along with a daily charge. If you require a larger scooter, the centre can arrange to deliver it to you but there will be an extra charge.

Customers are currently offered up to 5 hours free parking in the Cabot Circus Car Park, adjacent to the ShopMobility centre. Scooters or wheelchairs can be brought to your car by arrangement.

If you are unable to get to the ShopMobility centre or car park, staff will bring equipment to you anywhere within the Broadmead and Cabot Circus area, including the bus station. This is known as the “Ring ‘n Ride” service. Call in advance to arrange. 

Contact: 0177 955 9083 or admin@bristolshopmobility.co.uk

Opening times

Monday – Saturday, 10.00am – 4.30pm.

Equipment may be borrowed from 10.00am and it must be returned to the Cabot Circus Unit by 4.30pm.

Gloucester ShopMobility

www.gloucester.gov.uk

Gloucester ShopMobility, 1 Hampden Way, Gloucester, GL1 1SX

Equipment hire includes powered scooters, powered and manual wheelchairs, and rollators, for use by anyone with limited mobility in city centre facilities, the Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet Centre and the Docks. 

Equipment should be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Training to use the equipment will be provided. There is an annual membership fee which will entitle you to discounted equipment hire rates. 

There are 7 disabled parking spaces in Hampden Way Car Park, where the centre is based, and Blue Badge holders can park for up to 3 hours for free. If you are travelling by train or bus, Gloucester ShopMobility can, with prior arrangement, deliver equipment to the train station or bus transport hub.

Opening times

9.45am – 4.30pm, Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Contact: 01452 302 871 or shopmobility@gloucester.gov.uk