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Quingo Accessible Holidays: Hoe Grange Holidays, Matlock

Here at Quingo Scooters we love browsing for holidays and getaways, and then having something to look forward to when you eventually book!

In our accessible holidays series we’ve been discovering some of the best accessible holidays around, at home and abroad. This week we’re back in the UK with some idyllic little log cabins where you can truly enjoy the British summertime!

Hidden away in the breath-taking Peak District between Ashbourne and Bakewell, you’ll find Hoe Grange Holiday log cabins, offering stylish and spacious self-catering accommodation.

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The Log Cabins

The cabins are open all year round, so if you fancy a trip during the winter months to get cosy by the fire, that’s an option too! They are rated 4 star gold, and are fully equipped with everything you need for a memorable and relaxing holiday.

You can tailor your holiday length to what suits you most – a few days away, a week, or an extended holiday – the choice is yours. Winning the Gold award for ‘access for all’ from Visit England Award for Excellence, this is sure to be one of the most accessible and easy breaks you’ve ever had.

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Accessibility

All four of the log cabins at Hoe Grange have level thresholds throughout, and are rated under the National Accessible Scheme, giving you the confidence you need for a fully accessible holiday.

Hipley, Rainster and Daisybank cabins all have two bedrooms that can sleep up to 4 guests. They are mobility scooter accessible throughout with a spacious layout. They have walk in wet room showers with grab rails, plenty of transfer space, an adjustable shower head and level operated taps. There are also a choice of mobile shower chairs should you require one, and there are drop down support bars on both sides of the toilet.

The larger cabin, Pinder, has three bedrooms. It has a standard family bathroom, and is ideal for larger groups or guests that are a little more mobile.

The log cabins also have a range of extra equipment should you require it, to make your stay as hassle-free as possible. The Hoe Grange Holidays website accessible holidays page is incredibly helpful, and you can find all the details you may require for your specific needs on there before you book.

Peak District

This is definitely a holiday for the outdoorsy types, who love nothing more than to eat their breakfast whilst taking in some outstanding scenery. The Peak District offers just that, with spectacular panoramic views.

Hoe Grange Holidays is ideally located to the attractions of the Peak District, to name just a few:

There’s definitely loads to do and see in the Peak District, you may even need to come back again in the year to enjoy the rest!

Share your accessible holiday with Quingo!

If you want to share your mobility scooter accessible getaway, we’d be delighted to hear from you. You can email your stories, recommendations and pictures by filling out the contact form on our website and we’ll feature them on our blog.

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.

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Quingo Accessible Holidays: Rings Farm, Fife

At this time of year we’re often eager to book a getaway and have something to look forward to. Quingo Scooters understand that finding somewhere that’s perfect is extremely important, especially when it comes to accessibility. We’re constantly looking around for ideas and inspiration on new places to visit!

In our series of blog posts on accessible holidays, we’ve been looking at the best spots for your ideal summer getaway. Today we’re staying a little closer to home as we explore the town of Cupar, in the Scottish county of Fife. Famous for its colourful fishing villages, glorious beaches and coastline, Fife is also the home of Golf. Situated between Dundee and Glenrothes on the east coast of Scotland, Cupar is a great relaxation spot with lots of countryside and picturesque views.

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Rings Farm

Rings Farm is a small and friendly working farm, complete with crops and a flock of sheep. If you visit in spring, you may even be lucky enough to feed the pet lambs! There’s loads to do in this relaxing part of the countryside, for smaller members of the group and adults. Here you’ll be able to have a completely relaxing holiday, or use Rings Farm as a base for exploring other areas. Make sure you meet all the members of the farm too, including Collie Misty and Spaniel Rose.

The Rings

The Rings are fully accessible holiday accommodation, designed with flexibility and the needs of mobility impaired guests at its heart. A new and innovative development, The Rings only opened in spring this year, so you can be one of the first to try out the brand new apartments!

It is one complex offering self-catering, en-suite bedrooms – eight in total – and three of those have ceiling tracking hoists. If you have a larger group, The Rings can also be taken as one large property that sleeps up to 16. If not, and you have a smaller group, there are two main lounge kitchen dining areas which are divided by a moveable and soundproofed wall.

There are also two additional studio apartments to give great flexibility and different group booking options – so if you’re a party of 2 or 16, this will be perfect whatever the size of your group!

As well as the apartments, there are also two residential holiday caravans which are also fully accessible. More information on the caravans, and also the newly introduced camping, can be found on The Rings website.

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Facilities

Being purpose built accommodation, The Rings are fully accessible. Each living room has its own French Windows to a ground level deck that runs around the entire property, giving you the chance to enjoy your breakfast in a morning with some unforgettable countryside views.

The moveable walls mean that you can create the perfect space that’s just right for you, and some of the studio apartments have connecting doors for carers if required. The kitchen is also fully equipped should you wish to cook yourself a nice meal.

A car is recommended when you stay at Ring Farm. Cupar is 20 minutes’ drive away, giving you the luxury of peace and quiet but also local amenities when you need them. The price of your stay varies depending on what kind of accommodation you are wanting and the length of your stay. Ring Farm can be reached on 0133 4828243 if you want to talk through your ideal stay.

Share your accessible holiday with Quingo!

If you want to share your mobility scooter accessible getaway, we’d be delighted to hear from you. You can email your stories, recommendations and pictures by filling out the contact form on our website and we’ll feature them on our blog.

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.

News

Making the Countryside Accessible to All

The Quingo team were interested to watch a recent episode of the BBC’s Countryfile which discussed ways of making the countryside more accessible. As advocates of accessibility, this interested us greatly, particularly as many people with limited mobility often find they can’t fully enjoy the great outdoors as much as they may like. Continue reading Making the Countryside Accessible to All →