Hampshire 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. 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

Eastleigh ShopMobility

Unit 2 Swan Centre, Wells Place, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO50 5SG

Contact: 02380 902482 or shopmobility@1community.org.uk

Eastleigh ShopMobility

Opening times

Monday – Friday: 9.00am – 4.30pm
Saturday: 9.00am – 4.00pm

Eastleigh ShopMobility loans powered or manual wheelchairs and scooters to enable people to do their shopping independently or to use other facilities within the town centre. Manual wheelchairs are available for extended hire. 

You do not have to be registered disabled but you must register with ShopMobility before you can use this scheme. It is not always necessary to book ahead but it is advisable to be sure of availability. Regular users are advised to become members to benefit from reduced hire costs. 

Non-member and member fees for equipment hire apply.

Unity – Andover

Bus Station, West Street, Andover, Hampshire SP10 1QP

Contact: 0330 4004116
www.unityonline.org.uk

Opening times

Tuesday – Saturday: 9:30am – 2:30pm

Unity offers short-term hires for those wanting to access shops and other locations in Andover Town Centre, as well as a longer-term hire service, through its ShopMobility service. Equipment includes electric scooters, portable scooters, 4 x scooters, Electric wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs and walkers. Bookings must be made in advance by 1.30pm on the previous day.

The longer-term hire service is available across the whole of the Test Valley area. They can arrange delivery of equipment to your home if you cannot get to them (for a small fee). 

Anyone hiring equipment longer than a day is encouraged to become a member to cover insurance and any damages. This allows you to use any of the 11 Wessex ShopMobility centres, with a discount on mobility equipment and use of a walker for free.

There is a membership charge of £10 per year. Plus, hire charges.

Basingstoke ShopMobility

Lower Church Street, Basingstoke, Hants RG21 7QQ

Contact: 01256 476066
www.shopmobilitybasingstoke.org

Opening times

Monday – Friday: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 4.00pm
Sunday: By appointment

Basingstoke ShopMobility offer a wide range of equipment for hire including electric scooters, electric and manual wheelchairs and walkers. It is not essential to book equipment in advance but it is advisable as the service can be busy.

You do not have to register to use the equipment but doing so will entitle you to use their facilities as well as all those in the Wessex Group. If you would rather not register, you can use the Casual User option.

As well as hiring out equipment for access around the town, Basingstoke ShopMobility offer long-term hire for holidays, days out or use at home. This includes lightweight wheelchairs and scooters ideally suited for lifting and packing in vehicles. 

There is an annual fee for Registration, or a daily fee for the Casual User option. Plus, fees for equipment hire.

Other Shopmobility schemes

Portsmouth Shopmobility

56 Arundel Street, Portsmouth PO1 1NL

Contact: 07493 132948 or shopmobility@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Portsmouth Shopmobility

Opening times

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Portsmouth ShopMobility is operated through Portsmouth City Council. It provides scooters, powerchairs, wheelchairs, and small portable scooters to people with limited mobility to allow them to visit shops, leisure facilities and social events. A ‘meet and greet’ service is available delivering equipment to the home or to hotels.

Services are available both to residents and visitors. First-time visitors need to register with the scheme. The customer will also receive training in the use of the equipment.

There are car parking facilities for customers so they are able to park and transfer directly to their chosen equipment.

There is a £10 annual membership. This also gives access to other ShopMobility schemes under the Wessex Group within Hampshire. Hire costs also apply.

Southampton Shopmobility

7 Castle Way, Southampton SO14 2BX

Contact: 02380 631263

Southampton Shopmobility

Southampton ShopMobility offer a walk-in service, but you may also pre-book.

The centre is ideally situated next to the main pedestrian shopping precinct and adjacent to West Quay Shopping Centre. They have a non-barrier car park, which is accessed from Castle Way.

Equipment includes a range of different mobility scooters (3 and 4 wheel), powerchairs and manual wheelchairs to suit individual needs. For use in the city centre area. They can also provide a delivery service for manual wheelchairs to nearby hotels. This delivery service does incur an extra charge and requires advance booking. 

Opening times

Monday to Friday: 9.15am – 4.00pm
Last scooter hire: 2.00pm

There is a voluntary membership scheme, which entitles members to a discounted hire rate. The cost of membership is £10 for a year. Daily hire prices apply for members and non-members. All transactions are cash only.

Shopmobility Winchester

Upper Parking Level, The Brooks Shopping Centre, Winchester, SO23 8QY

Contact: 01962 842626 or gettingaround@cfirst.org.uk

Shopmobility Winchester

You can hire equipment via home delivery to support independent living, or you can access the city centre service for visiting local facilities. Longer-term hire of equipment is an option for holidays or support at home.

You should contact the office team to arrange your booking and your equipment will be waiting for you upon your arrival.

Opening times

Monday – Friday: 9.00am – 4.00pm 
(Closed: 12.00pm – 12.30pm)

Petersfield Shopmobility

ShopMobility, Waitrose Car Park, Park Road GU32 3DL 

Contact: 01730 710474

Petersfield Shopmobility

Equipment for hire includes two types of electric scooter and wheelchairs.

There is an annual registration fee of £5, plus daily/weekly hire costs.

Opening times

Monday – Friday: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Fareham Shopmobility

Ground Level, Osborn Road Multi-Storey Car Park, Fareham, Hampshire PO16 7DW (close to Fareham Library)

Contact: 01329 282929 or shopmobility@cfirst.org.uk

Fareham Shopmobility

ShopMobility Fareham can provide you with a wide selection of mobility equipment to help you access the places you need to go. You can hire equipment via home delivery to support independent living, or visit the town centre service to access local facilities. Longer-term hire of equipment is also an option if you are going on holiday or need support at home.

Membership costs are £10.00 per year and includes use of the majority of the ShopMobility schemes in the Wessex Group. It is not obligatory to become a member, but members are offered cheaper rates of daily hire.

Alton Shopmobility

Alton Community Centre, Amery Street, Alton, Hampshire GU34 1HN

Contact: 01420 85057

Alton ShopMobility

ACA have a fleet of 3 motorised scooters and 4 manual wheelchairs. Booking is preferrable. You can telephone to book a scooter for a specific day and time or for a longer period. You can also just turn up and hire a scooter if one is available by phone. Hourly/daily/weekly hire fees apply.