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Attractions, Days Out, Quingo Scooters

Quingo Scooters Top 5 Christmas Accessible Attractions

Quingo Scooters know that the Christmas period is the perfect time to spend with close ones, and what better way than to enjoy a festive accessible attraction? In this post we’ve put together our top 5 Christmas accessible attractions – maybe you’ll be tempted to visit one!

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The London Eye – London

If you want to see the capital in a completely different light, the panoramic views offered by The London Eye simply cannot be beaten. And, for a real breath-taking moment, try getting on at night so you can take in an amazing array of Christmas lights across London! Fully accessible, The London Eye offers an assisted boarding service, which you are advised to pre-book.

Faiytale Farm – Oxfordshire

If you’ve got some smaller members of the group to entertain this Christmas, they’ll love Fairytale Farm! A sensory wonderland that the whole family will enjoy, Fairytale Farm has an adventure playground, an enchanted walk and the chance to meet some friendly animals. Fairytale Farm was the UK’s first visitor attraction to bear in mind accessibility for children when building.

The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre – Buckinghamshire

If you’ve ever been captivated by one of Roald Dahl’s classics, you’ll find this museum fascinating! The Roald Dahl Museum comprises of hands on displays, chocolate doors and secrets about the people and places that inspired Dahl’s books. This fully accessible attraction also offers writing tips from the likes of J.K. Rowling and Jaqueline Wilson too – definitely one for a group of all ages.

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway – Cumbria

This is the Lake District’s oldest, longest and most scenic railway. Ravenglass is the only coastal village in the Lake District National Park, and there is plenty to see and do. This includes shops, museums and places to eat and drink that are sure to make you feel festive! The main station at Ravenglass has accessible toilets and parking, as well as accessible carriages on the train itself.

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The Roman Baths – Bath

Containing the preserved remains of one of the greatest religious spas of the ancient world, The Roman Baths has unique thermal springs. Incredibly fascinating, The Roman Baths have audio guides with a range of commentaries for different age groups, interests and languages. See if you can spot the costumed characters too! Lifts are available throughout, making the site is fully accessible.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any Service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up to date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

Maintenance, Quingo Scooters, Wellbeing

Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Quingo in Winter

It is great to have the freedom and access a Quingo gives you over the winter months.

In order to keep your Quingo in tip-top shape there are some simple maintenance checks you can regularly undertake, these are to ensure safety and optimal performance of your scooter. As the winter fast approaches it is even more important that a few more checks are carried out more regularly.

There is nothing better than wrapping up warm and going for a ride on your mobility scooter in the crisp, clean winter air! So we wanted to share some tips and advice on a few aspects of the cold that can affect your Quingo, and how to easily prevent these.

Power

The chilly winter weather could affect your scooter’s power supply, but one way to stop this from happening is to store your mobility scooter in a heated area when it is not in use. This will ensure the battery remains in a good condition throughout the winter months.

If heated storage isn’t an option, all it requires is a bit of extra vigilance. Get into a routine of checking your power level before every trip, even if it was full last night. It goes without saying, but simply charging your battery regularly and taking your Quingo out for a spin most days will keep your battery ticking over. This will help to keep the power supply healthy and reliable despite the cold!

In winter, the cold weather can sometimes cause your mobility scooter battery to run down a little bit quicker than usual, but all you need to do is keep an eye on your scooter’s energy levels whilst you’re out and about, especially on longer trips.

We have also written a brief guide on battery care here in a previous post, and check out our guide for charging and getting the best performance out of your Quingo’s batteries here.

Tyres

Good traction is vital to your safety when out and about, especially so in the winter. Ice, snow, moisture and even dead leaves can cause slippery conditions. Quingo’s 5 wheel stability system makes the Quingo an ideal choice for these types of conditions, along with the wheels of the Quingo being covered in thick tread – so you shouldn’t have any problems at all!

While these tyres are durable and robust, natural wear and tear over time can reduce their effectiveness. Make sure you conduct regular checks to ensure the tyres on your scooter are in good condition and fully inflated – the correct pressure will give you added grip in slippy conditions. If necessary, replace your tyres before the winter sets in properly.

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 Cleaning

Mud, oil and salt amongst other things can be picked up during your Quingo’s winter travels. Regularly cleaning your mobility scooter the best you can will help keep it not only looking good but working great too.

Regular cleaning will help prevent any corrosion that might occur such as rust on the metal parts and pitting on chrome surfaces.

For advice on your battery or anything else mentioned in this post, please complete the enquiry form or contact our customer service team on 01582 430 900. Keep these points in mind, stay safe on the roads and most importantly enjoy the winter!

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. For more information on the Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Quingo are proud to work closely with Age UK and feature regularly in local press.

Connect with Quingo and keep up to date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

News

Santa’s Got Himself a Quingo!

A warm welcome back to the Quingo Scooter User’s Area!

If you’ve been following the news over on our website, you’ll have seen who was the latest celebrity to convert to a Quingo Scooter…

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That’s right – the man himself – Santa.

Yes, we were surprised too that he had time to stop by, given that the festive season isn’t so far away. However, we were absolutely honoured he thought of us when in need of some new transport!

Controversially ditching the traditional sleigh this year, Santa is sure to cause outrage and scandal to people worldwide.

Santa said of the surprising switch: “We all have to move with the times and modernise. The Quingo is considerably safer and more manoeuvrable than my rickety old sleigh ever was and, being electric powered, is much ‘cleaner’ to run. I have offered the herd early retirement with a generous pasture allowance.”

However, it seems not all of his team are behind him on this shock change of heart.

Rudolph, Donner and Blitzen were said to be “disappointed” in his decision to no longer use their services.

The ETWU (Elf Toy Workers Union) also voiced their concerns about the increasing outsourcing of manufacturing to Chinese suppliers.

But Santa isn’t phased by any of his colleague’s opinions. Speaking of his newest purchase he said: “To get around the entire world in one night I need to have something reliable, stable and most of all comfortable! People don’t understand just how hard to the rear it is to tour the world on a rickety piece of wood! With my new scooter I can travel in style on Christmas Eve, whilst enjoying the stability of 5 wheels and the comfort of a nice chair!”

If you want to test drive a Quingo Scooter for yourself this festive season, we also have a special winter offer on as an added bonus when you purchase any Quingo. Get in touch with us to get the ball-bles rolling!

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. For more information on the Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Quingo are proud to work closely with Age UK and feature regularly in local press.

Connect with Quingo and keep up to date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

Attractions, Quingo Scooters

Quingo Christmas Market Series: Kent

Your Quingo means going out is much more pleasurable and safe during the winter months so we thought we would find you some great ways you can use your scooter to keep active and enjoy the wintertime!

Back down South we go today, as we discover what Leeds Castle in Kent has to offer for us now everyone has well and truly got in to the swing of the festive season!

This Christmas, Leeds Castle will celebrate the traditions of the festive season, with lots of activities and events for the whole family. The atmospheric castle will be decorated with cinnamon and orange wreaths, pine trees and sparkling lights. Castle in Kent hosts the annual Christmas Market on the Cedar Lawn overlooking the Castle, running on 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th to 23rd December. On top of this the Notes of Christmas event runs from the 5th to 24th December.

The Christmas Market

When the castle has been transformed into a Winter Wonderland from the 5th December, you’ll be able to discover festive finds inside and outside the castle.

On the Cedar Lawn overlooking the castle, shop as you take in views of the countryside. Discover an array of seasonal gift ideas, toys, decorations and food and drink.

You can enjoy a warming hot chocolate or mulled wine whilst the children take a ride on the carousel or Ferris wheel with spectacular views of the beautiful moated Castle. Look out for the real reindeer stabled at the market – until they are needed for more pressing matters on Christmas Eve!

The organ from the beautiful traditional horse carousel will add to the festive atmosphere and is a favourite with families. Leisurely trips will also be available on the big wheel, giving spectacular birds eye views of the Castle and Christmas market. Small additional charges apply for rides.

 

Notes of Christmas

It is going to be a white Christmas at Leeds Castle this year, as three dimensional – paper works of art depicting scenes inspired by traditional Christmas carols will decorate the magnificent state rooms.

The Notes of Christmas experience has illuminated scenes in whites, golds and silvers, created by talented artist Helen Musselwhite. They will be on display to visitors in the Castle from the 5th December until Christmas Eve. Cutting by hand, Helen uses a variety of papers as she builds detailed and multi-layered scenes inspired by the natural world and its inhabitants.

Fragrant spruce trees will be adorned with elaborate, specially designed paper decorations and carols will ring out through the Castle. Each room will also feature a vintage musical instrument, for children to spot on a musical themed trail.

 

Accessibility

A fully accessible mobility bus is available near the ticket office, running regularly throughout the day. This service is operated free of charge to visitors requiring assistance.

The castle is accessible via the main front door where there is a ramp.

As Leeds Castle is an ancient building, there are some restrictions. Visitors should be aware that there are approximately 45 meters of cobblestones across the drawbridge on to the Castle Island.

Fire safety rules allow a maximum of two mobility scooters inside the castle at any one time.

The car park has hard standing disabled spaces reserved. The maximum distance from the car park to the fully accessible mobility service is approximately 100 meters.  

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. For more information on the Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Quingo are proud to work closely with Age UK and feature regularly in local press.

Connect with Quingo and keep up to date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

 

Attractions, Quingo Scooters

Quingo Christmas Market Series: Nottingham

Your Quingo means going out is much more pleasurable and safe during the winter months so we thought we would find you some great ways you can use your scooter to keep active and enjoy the wintertime!

We’re carrying on with our festive travels and this week we’ve found ourselves in Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland!

This “Old England” themed event features a stunning ice rink, Christmas market cabins, two themed winter bars, a bandstand, rides, timber decked walkways, nativity scene, 100’s of real Christmas trees, snow dressing and much more.

The Christmas Gift and Craft Market

Voted one of the UK’S favourite festive markets, Nottingham’s Victorian-themed gift and craft market is full of festive delights! Enjoy some roasted chestnuts, cider and mulled wine and then embark on some carol singing!

Here you will find over 50 attractive Victorian style cabins selling a wide range of quality crafts, gifts and food. With both unique and handmade gifts on offer, there is plenty of choice for the eagle-eyed shopper.

This is the place to go if you want a gift that’s truly original and like no other, all the independent retailers have been hand selected in order to give the shoppers a vast selection of fun, handmade and festive items to choose from.

The entire ice rink and cabin area in the Market Square will feature a decked boardwalk with giving great views of the ice rink and add a truly romantic touch, as well as making it as easy as possible to get about on your Quingo.

The gift and craft market is on until Christmas Eve, and is spread over Smithy Row, Albert Street and Lister Gate. It is open 10am-6pm every day, except on Wednesdays when it is open until 8pm in line with Nottingham’s late night shopping.

 

Two Festive Bars

Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland has two bars to choose from.

On Long Row, the world’s only helter skelter bar will sell mulled wine, spiced cider and other hot toddies to keep you warm as you take a break from your Christmas shopping. There are also covered areas here if you want to get out of the cold for a while!

The Victorian winter bar has great views of the ice rink, as well as the bandstand where fantastic seasonal music will be performed – all with the comfort of covered seats. There’s a great range of ales and wines on offer to be enjoyed in the warm and cosy covered seating area. This year, Wetherspoons will also be serving real ale and soups from an area adjacent to the Winter Bar too!

The Grand Christmas Tree

The traditional Grand Christmas tree will be the fantastic centrepiece of the ice rink – It’s a traditional staple in Nottingham!

To keep the little ones happy there are also children’s rides including Santa’s Toy ride, a Helter Skelter and traditional carousel.

Bandstand

A 5m bandstand will feature in the Market Square this year and would extend an open invitation to local bands to come and participate in adding to the festive atmosphere.

 

 Transport

If you’re fancying travelling to Nottingham Winter Wonderland by car – good news! It’s only 50p to park all evening from 4pm-8pm if you want to peruse around the market in quieter times.  Experience Nottinghamshire advise that to take advantage of this offer you can use the RingGo app and the code 18906 when you’re parking in Zones 1, 2 and 3. Visit the website for more information.

Nottingham’s tram system is great for getting about too. This Christmas, groups of two adults and up to three children can travel together for £5 return before 4pm on weekdays and all day Saturday and Sunday – a great excuse to leave the car at home and enjoy a few mulled wines!

A similar offer runs on the buses in Nottingham this Christmas – groups of two adults and up to three children can travel together for £4.50 return on NCT buses. Park and Ride from the Queen’s Drive Park and Ride and Race course for just £3 per carload all day with last bus from the city at 7:10pm. A great idea if the whole family are going!

 

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. For more information on the Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Quingo are proud to work closely with Age UK and feature regularly in local press.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.