Access Statement for Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park

Welcome to Newby Bridge Caravan Park – Accessibility Statement
This access statement does not contain personal opinions as to our suitability for those with
access needs, but aims to accurately describe the facilities and services that we offer all our
guests/visitors.
Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NF – 01539 531 030 – newbybridge@lakedistrictestates.com
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Welcome
Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park is ideal for those who want a truly memorable selfcatering holiday located to the South of Windermere, just off the A590 ( signposted from
junction 36, M6) and within easy distance to the villages of Cartmel and Grange over Sands.
The Park covers some 25 acres, parts of which are completely undeveloped and form a natural
habitat for many forms of wildlife.
Accommodation on the Park consists of six self-catering caravans and one lodge and one
cottage. The majority of the Holiday Homes on the Park are privately owned.
The Park has a barrier entrance with main reception to the right at the end of the driveway.
The barrier is operated by key fob available from reception. There is a hearing loop on the
reception counter. Wi-Fi is available throughout the Park (small charge). There is an
information centre and accessible toilet bathroom block in the centre of the Park. There is a
small children’s play area to the rear of the Park.
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1. General Information
The roadways are tarmacked with speed bumps at various intervals and a speed limit of
10mph throughout. The first 250 meters of the Park is level ground, the remainder set on
uneven ground. All roadways are lit at night. Each self-catering property has different levels of
accessibility. Assistance dogs are permitted on lead throughout the Park. Please note some
properties are pet free, these have limited accessibility. A full list of property accessibility is
outlined in section 4.
We look forward to welcoming you. If you have any queries or require any assistance please
phone 01539 531030 or email newbybridge@lakedistrictestates.co.uk
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2. Visiting Us
For comprehensive travel information call Traveline 0871 200 22 33. We advise you plan your
journey with an online route planner.
By Train
The nearest railway station is Grange-over-Sands, LA11 6SX (six miles). Grange over Sands is
operated by First Transpennine and Northern Rail on the West Cumbria Coast Line linking
Carlisle to Lancaster. Detailed station information can be found online:
http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/GOS.aspx
Mainline connections from Carlisle and Lancaster operated by Virgin Trains and First
Transpennine, connecting to mainline services including London, Edinburgh, Manchester and
Glasgow. Taxis are available at the station. If you require an accessible taxi this can be booked
in advance. Information for this service is 24/7 Taxis at Milnthorpe on 01539 758015 or Paul’s
Taxis at Ulverston on 01229 586669.
By Bus
The nearest Bus stop is outside Newby Bridge Hotel (1 km) accessed via a small sloped lane
with uneven surface. For South and Central lakes bus timetables please visit
http://www.travelfor.co.uk/Cumbria/Newby_Bridge/
By Taxi
Taxis are available at the train station. If you require an accessible taxi this can be booked in
advance. Information for this service is 24/7 Taxis at Milnthorpe on 01539 758015 or Paul’s
Taxis at Ulverston on 01229 586669.
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By Car
Full details and google maps can be found here
http://www.newbybridgecaravanpark.co.uk/about-us/getting-here/
Newby Bridge may be reached by leaving the M6 motorway at Junction 36 and following
signposts to Barrow and Newby Bridge along the A590
Just before entering Newby Bridge and 200 yards before the Texaco Garage, turn left at the
signpost to Canny Hill. The Park entrance is about 200 yards on the right hand side.
On arrival, there is a tarmac level car park with spaces for 10 cars adjacent to reception. There
is one parking space at the front of each self-catering property.
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3. Reception
The main entrance is well lit and signposted. There is tarmac drive with speed bumps leading
to the main parking and reception area (on the right ) before the barrier. There is a tarmac
level car park with spaces for 10 cars adjacent to reception. Access to reception is by five steps
or flagged gentle slope. Both paths have hand rails. The key for the properties can be collected
from main reception. There is double door entry (79 cm wide), short pile carpet, seating,
hearing loop and florescent tube lights. Inside there is a counter and seating area. Counter
height is 1.3 m. A Park map and general local information is issued on arrival. Entry to the main
Park is through a key fob operated barrier. An emergency telephone is located to the right of
the doors on the wall outside reception. There is folder with local access information for Lake
District attractions located here.
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4. Accessibility of Properties – images www.newbybridge.co.uk/selfcatering
Fellside Lodge
A pet free property, towels and bed linen included, washing machine and parking space.
Capacity: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
An exclusive double lodge with private garden, sheltered sun room and patio area. The interior
porch leads through the separate dining room complete with dining table and chairs, into the
spacious lounge with large windows to the rear overlooking the gardens.
Sleeps up to four persons with two double bedrooms, both with en-suite shower rooms. Fully
equipped kitchen with washing machine/dryer. To the exterior, a private patio area with picnic
table and bench so you can sit back and relax and enjoy overlooking the gardens and the
wildlife. Parking for one vehicle. Property is fully equipped including bedding and towels.
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Property is available for seven nights stays from Saturday to Saturday.
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Sorry no pets. Parking is available for 1 car at the front of the property.
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The parking area has a gravel surface.
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The surrounding areas are well lit at night.
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The Lodge is on one level with three step access to the front (54cm) and one step
(30cm) through the sliding patio door to the rear.
Woodlands Cottage
Pet friendly property, towels and bed linen included, washing machine and parking space.
Capacity: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Set within its own private garden, Woodland Cottage provides an idyllic holiday setting. Sleeps
up to 4 persons with one double and one twin bedroom both with en-suite shower rooms. The
open plan kitchen and lounge area with TV/DVD, dining table and chairs with patio doors that
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lead to the private garden and patio area.
Outside there is one car parking space and a lockable shed for bike storage. Property is fully
equipped and includes bedding and towels, available for seven nights stays from Saturday to
Saturday. Pet friendly.
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Property is available for seven nights stays from Saturday to Saturday.
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Pets welcome. Parking is available for 1 car at the front of the property.
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The parking area has a gravel surface.
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The surrounding areas are well lit at night.
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The Lodge is on one level with three step access to the front (54cm) and one step
(30cm) through the sliding patio door to the rear.
Coniston, Wansfell, Kentmere and Ashness
All properties feature one double and one twin bedroom with a separate shower room. Open
plan living and dining room with TV/DVD and fully equipped kitchen. To the exterior is a patio
area with table and chairs and parking area for one vehicle. Bed linens and towels are
included.
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Property is available for seven nights stays from Friday to Friday or short breaks of 3/4
nights.
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Coniston, Wansfell and Kentmere are pet friendly
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Parking is available for 1 car at the front of the property.
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The parking area has a gravel surface.
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The surrounding areas are well lit at night.
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The caravans have three steps to enter at the side of each property into the open plan
living area/kitchen.
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Winster
A superior caravan with spacious open plan lounge/dining area with TV/DVD leads from the
kitchen with patio area outside for alfresco dining. Property is fully equipped and includes
bedding and towels, private parking space. Two bedrooms, one double with en-suite and one
twin with separate shower room.
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Property is available for seven nights stays from Saturday to Saturday
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Pet free property
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Parking is available for 1 car at the front of the property.
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The parking area has a gravel surface.
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The surrounding areas are well lit at night.
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The caravans have three steps to enter at the side of each property into the open plan
living area/kitchen.
Grasmere
A superior caravan with open plan living and dining room with TV/DVD and fully equipped
kitchen. To the exterior is a patio area with table and chairs and parking area for one vehicle.
Bed linens and towels are included. Two bedrooms, one double with en-suite and one twin
with en-suite.
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Property is available for seven nights stays from Saturday to Saturday Coniston
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Pet friendly property
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Parking is available for 1 car at the front of the property.
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The parking area has a gravel surface.
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The surrounding areas are well lit at night.
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The caravans have three steps to enter at the side of each property into the open plan
living area/kitchen.
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Derwent – accessible caravan with ramped access to the front
The Derwent is an accessible self catering
unit available for seven night stays from
Saturday to Saturday. The property sleeps
up to four persons, comprising two
bedrooms. Each bedroom has two full size
single beds. There is a portable helper
frame in bedroom one, please contact us if
you need hoist and sling hire information.
The separate accessible wetroom with toilet
and shower is located off the central
corridor with wide frame doors throughout
the interior. Fully equipped kitchen with
low level appliances leading into open plan
diner and living room, complete with
TV/DVD. Ramped access and veranda to
located to the front of the property, with
level tarmac parking for one vehicle. The
Derwent is fully equipped including bedding
and towels. Property is available for seven
nights stays from Saturday to Saturday. Pets
allowed
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Property is available for seven nights
stays from Saturday to Saturday
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Pet friendly property
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Parking is available for 1 car at the
front of the property.
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The parking area has a tarmac
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The surrounding areas are well lit at
night.
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Accessible caravan with exterior
ramped access
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5. Laundry Room & Information area
The laundry room is accessed by three steps or level wooden ramp. The door width (95.5 cm)
leads into a large open space with non-slip flooring and front loading washers and dryers. The
area is lit by fluorescent tube lighting with adjustable height ironing boards.
The information area is accessed by three steps or level wooden ramp. The door width (95.5
cm) leads into a large open space with seating. There is a comprehensive display of things to
do, local information, a DVD and Games library.
There is no on site shop. The local garage is a licensed small supermarket selling essential
groceries. This can be reached by an uneven sloping tarmac footpath between the Park and
the rear of the car park at the garage (approx2/3 mins). The second part of the path near to
the garage is gravel.
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6. Accessible Toilet/Shower Room
Accessible toilet and shower room located via ramp access at the information and laundry
room. A manual door (79 cm) to enter the facilities. There is only forward or angled transfer to
the toilet. Toilet distance from the wall side is 29cm. There are horizontal grab rails either side
of the WC. The toilet is well lit with lino flooring. There are lever taps on the basin. There is a
seat and rail in the shower.
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7. Local Equipment Hire
Mobility aids, Kendal Unit 3.1 Riverside Business Park Natland Road Kendal LA9 7SX 01539
734289 Monday to Friday 10am-1pm
The South Lakes Mobility Shop The South Lakes Mobility Shop, Unit 6, Library Road, Kendal,
Cumbria, LA9 4QB Tel: 01539 734600
8. Emergency Procedures
There is an emergency telephone by reception. There is good mobile phone and Wi-Fi access
on the Park. All properties have smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and fire extinguishers.
There are emergency pull cords in the accessible bathroom.
9. Additional Information
Park management team have undergone Visit England Disability awareness training. There is a
Dog welcome bag and welcome pack issued on arrival. There is good internet (small charge)
and mobile reception throughout the Park.
Local emergency contacts:
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Doctor :- 3 miles – Haverthwaite Surgery, LA12 8QF – 01539 531619
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Dentist :- 6 miles - Avondale Dental Practice, Grange over Sands, LA11 7EY – 01539
533166
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Hospital :- 17 miles - Furness General A 7 E, LA14 4LF – 01229 870870
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Vet :- 6 miles – Archway Veterinary Practice, Grange over Sands, LA11 6EH – 01539
32669
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Tourist Information – Grange over Sands – 01539 534026
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10. Accessibility in the local area
These are some of the local attractions in the immediate area with detailed access statements:
Aquarium by the Lake http://www.lakesaquarium.co.uk/disabled_access.cfm
Lakeland Motor Museum http://www.lakelandmotormuseum.co.uk/accessstatement.pdf
Windermere Boats https://www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk/accessibility-policy
Newby Bridge Hotel http://www.lakesidehotel.co.uk/accessibility-advice/
Lakeside Hotel http://www.bestlakesbreaks.co.uk/Disabled-Access-Statement
Further afield:
Ullswater Steamers www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk/access
Ravenglass Railway www.ravenglass-railway.co.uk/access
Countryside and Walking Information
Miles without Stiles walking and outside activities for all abilities can be found here:
http://www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/visiting/thingstodo/walking/mileswithoutstiles/mwsmap
A copy of this information and more accessible attractions/activities is in main reception.
11. Future Plans
A new accessible caravan “Derwent “will be available from June 2016. An accessibility action
plan is being implemented for all new developments and renewal of hire fleet. The parking
areas will be tarmac.
12. Feedback
We appreciate and welcome any comments relating to your visit or the access statement. We
are always looking to improve the visitor experience. Please email comments to
newbybridge@lakedistrictestates.co.uk
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13. Contact Information
Full Address:
Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park, Canny Hill, Newby Bridge,
Cumbria. LA12 8NF
Telephone:
01539 531030
Email:
newbybridge@lakedistrictestates.co.uk
Website:
newbybridgecaravanpark.co.uk
Hours Of Operation:
9am - 5pm
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