East Devon's Tramper off-road scooter is 'born to run'

East Devon District Council's Countryside team is delighted to be awarded £850 from the Devon County Council Locality Budget – this will fund the lease of its Tramper (off-road mobility scooter) at Seaton Wetlands for the coming year.

Councillor Jim Knight, who approved the grant, said: “It gives me great pleasure in supporting the Countryside team in their endeavours to make sure that people with a disability can access our lovely Seaton Wetlands,  and what better way than to sponsor a tramper vehicle for the forthcoming season. I am confident that this off-road mobility scooter will raise the spirits and well-being of all those that take the opportunity to see the wonderful Seaton Wetlands.

The Tramper is leased from Living Options Devon, whose Countryside Mobility Scheme provides Trampers for hire across the south west. It allows a whole new world to open up for people with limited mobility, who may previously have been unable to accompany family or friends exploring the countryside. Now, thanks to the award from the Locality Budget, they will be able to enjoy the pathways around Black Hole Marsh, have a picnic in the pond shelter or watch wildlife from the Discovery Hut or Island hide.

A full launch for the Tramper is anticipated in the summer. In the meantime it is available to hire at Seaton Wetlands with advance booking – please call 01395 517557 or email Countryside@eastdevon.gov.uk for more information.

Photographs shows East Devon District Council Countryside Ranger Emma Jones demonstrating the Tramper at the Wetlands