Fishing for the Disabled

MkII Wheelyboat for disabled anglers

Angling guru and author Malcolm Greenhalgh accompanied by TV countryside and cookery personality Clarissa Dickson-Wright launched the brand new Mark II Wheelyboat to assist disabled anglers gain access to the lake.

The new boat christened 'Greenheart' resembles a small landing craft with drop down bow which forms a ramp for easy access. It is simple to board for wheelchairs and handles much like a standard boat but importantly has a trihedral hull to ensure stability. The boat was sponsored by the Environment Agency and England Leader+ scheme.

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Disabled Fishing Links

The Wheelyboat Trust
Wheelyboats provide disabled people with independent access to waterborne activities on equal terms with their able-bodied counterparts

BDAA .co.uk
British Disabled Anglers Association

English Disabled Fly Fishers

Disabled Fly-fishing
Aiming to get more English fisheries disable friendly

Disabled Holiday information
Holiday information for Wheelchair users


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