Cumbria Shopmobility

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.

Hire services are low cost or sometimes free to all ages of people looking to access shops and leisure facilities. 

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

Carlisle ShopMobility

Carlisle ShopMobility website

Hire out equipment including powered wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs and scooters, to help people with mobility difficulties get out and about in the town. You can register as a scheme member by visiting the office or by telephone. 

When arriving by train, taxi or bus, you can arrange for a volunteer to meet you with the mobility equipment you require. This must be arranged at least 1 week in advance. There is an administration charge to hire equipment. Prices can be given on booking. Donations are appreciated.

Opening times: Monday – Friday, 10.00am – 4.00pm. (Closed Saturday, Sundays and Bank Holidays.)
The Lanes Shopping Centre, Level 2 Lanes Car Park, Lowther St, Carlisle. CA3 8NX
Contact: 01228631564

One Voice Kendal

(Kendal and South Lakes Centre for Independent living)

One Voice Kendal website

Offer mobility scooter, electric and manual wheelchair hire on a daily or long-term basis. There is an open-door policy so people can visit when they are open.

Full membership: £28 per annum + £2 per trip.
Temporary membership: £5 up to 3 hours, then £2 an hour.
Manual wheelchair and rollator hire: no set charge. Payment by donation.
Opening times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Westmorland Shopping Centre, Car Park Level 3, Stricklandgate, Kendal. LA9 4LR
Contact: 01539 740933

Age UK West Cumbria

Age UK West Cumbria website

Offer the hire of mobility scooter and powered and manual wheelchairs on a daily basis. Prices start from £5 a day. 

Bradbury Independent Living Centre, Workington, Oxford Street, CA14 2AL
Contact: 01900 844 670 or email: info@ageukwestcumbria.org.uk

Lake District National Park

Lake District National Park website

A variety of mobility equipment hire services are offered across the Lake District National Park to allow people with disabilities to access areas that they otherwise would not be able to, without the help of all-terrain vehicles.

Equipment hire includes all-terrain mobility scooters, trampers, wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Costs for the services vary, depending on the equipment and areas.

Services, locations and prices can be viewed via the link below.

British Red Cross

British Red Cross website

Provides wheelchairs to people across the UK, including short-term hire. Wheelchairs can be delivered and collected in some areas. 

Kendal

Child, adult and heavy-duty wheelchairs can be hired for £20 per week.
Opening Times: Thursday, 10.00am – 11.00am by arrangement only.
Sainsbury’s Car Park, Mint Bridge, Shap Road, Kendal. LA9 6D
Contact: 0300 456 1914

Carlisle

Child, adult and heavy-duty wheelchairs can be hired for £20 per week.
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 10.00am – 1.00pm.
Unit 1A, Port Road Business Park, Carlisle. CA2 7AF
Contact: 07921404328 or 0300 456 1914