Beach Wheelchairs Cork

Access to the beach and the sea is an important part of life in Cork. For many people, spending time by the coast offers opportunities to relax, socialise, enjoy nature and take part in physical activity. However, soft sand and uneven terrain can make beaches difficult to access for people with mobility difficulties, wheelchair users, older adults, or anyone recovering from injury.

Beach wheelchairs help remove this barrier. Designed with large, low-pressure wheels and supportive seating, these all-terrain chairs allow users to travel safely across sand and get closer to the shoreline. This enables people with mobility challenges to experience the beach environment alongside family and friends and to participate more fully in coastal activities.

For many individuals, access to natural outdoor spaces, such as beaches, can play a vital role in well-being. Time outdoors can support physical health, improve mood and provide valuable opportunities for recreation and connection to nature. Ensuring that beaches are accessible helps promote equality in sport, physical activity and leisure opportunities for everyone in the community.

Cork Sports Partnership works with Cork County Council, local partners and communities to improve access to outdoor recreation across the county. Providing beach wheelchairs is one practical way to help ensure that people with disabilities and mobility challenges can enjoy Cork’s beautiful coastline in a safe, inclusive and dignified way. Initiatives such as these support the wider goal of removing barriers to participation and enabling people of all abilities to be active and connected within their communities.

Key Details for the Claycastle Beach Wheelchairs & Rollators:

Location: The chair is located at the Lifeguard station at Claycastle Beach (51.933520, -7.8609833). The booking form is located at Aura Leisure, Youghal (P36 C978) nearby.

Cost: Free of charge

Equipment Available:

• Novaf Oceanic Atlantic Beach Wheelchair (Standard Adult Size)
• Novaf Oceanic Atlantic Beach Wheelchair (Small Child Size)
• Novaf City-Beach Plus Rollator x 3
• Lifejackets are available with the chair.

Availability: 

Days: Monday – Sunday

Times: 10.30 – 17:00

Dates: 01/07/26 – 31/08/26

Additional Weekend Dates: June: 27th, 28th, Sept: 5th, 6th,12th & 13th

Aligned with Lifeguard Flag Season

How to Book: 

• Bookings must be made via email [email protected] or in person, Aura Leisure Centre, Youghal (P36 C978). Booking sheets and sign-out forms are provided to the facility by Cork County Council. 
• Users are required to review and sign a booking form. It must then be presented at the lifeguard station at Claycastle Beach (51.933520, -7.8609833), where a lifeguard will unlock the wheelchair and retain the signed form. 
• Lifejackets will be available if required.
• The wheelchair may be used for a maximum duration of one hour and 30 minutes, after which it must be returned to the lifeguard on duty.

Key Details for the Warren Beach Wheelchair:

Location: The beach wheelchair and booking forms are located at the Rosscarbery Pitch & Putt Club, (P85 Y188).

Cost: Free of charge

Equipment Available:

• Hippocampe Beach Wheelchair (Standard Adult Size)

Availability: 

Days: Monday – Sunday

Times: 11:00 – 17:00

Dates: 01/07/26 – 31/08/26

Aligned with Lifeguard Flag Season

How to Book: 

• The beach wheelchair must be pre-booked through Rosscarbery Pitch & Putt Club at 087 6602949. Waiver form must also be completed at Pitch & Putt Club (P85Y118) Booking sheets and sign-out forms are provided to the facility by Cork County Council.
• Users are required to review and sign the booking form at Rosscarbery Pitch & Putt Club upon collection.