Launched in 2018, Wetwheels Yorkshire became the fifth regional operator for the national disability power boating charity Wetwheels Foundation. It is community interest company number 10158051.

    Wetwheels Yorkshire has her home in Whitby, so is perfectly positioned to operate across the region, from the North East to the Humber.

    A Wetwheels Yorkshire adventure is designed to enable every disabled person the chance to experience the excitement of power boating. Wetwheels Yorkshire is fully accessible - not just giving you the chance to be a passenger, but also to take the helm as the skipper - everybody gets the chance to drive!

    We depend on the goodwill of our wonderfully experienced volunteers and generous donors to bring Wetwheels Yorkshire to you. If you would like to be part of a Wetwheels Yorkshire adventure, it doesn't matter if you're young or old; Just get in touch with Peter in the office to arrange your visit.

    The Wetwheels Yorkshire team look forward to welcoming you aboard.

    If you are looking to make a booking for a group (10 participants) please contact us directly, otherwise check out the links below and reserve your place soon to avoid disappointment.  If you are considering all the locations that Wetwheels Yorkshire visits, you can see available trips here:  BOOK YORKSHIRE

     

     

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      Whitby Adventure

      Our most popular accessible activity. Subject to conditions the itinerary may include travelling to local areas of interest such as Sandsend, Runswick Bay, Robin Hoods Bay or Ravenscar Seal Colony.

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      Scarborough Adventure

      Once everyone is settled on board, our lines will be cast off and our adventure begins. At a leisurely pace, whilst everyone gets comfortable and settled, Wetwheels Yorkshire will spend a few minutes in Scarborough's historic harbour before passing under the shadow of the lighthouse and into South Bay.

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      North Shields Adventure

      At a leisurely pace, whilst everyone gets comfortable and settled, Wetwheels Yorkshire will head through the marina before entering the lock, which will bring us to the level of the River Tyne.  Once through the lock and onto the river, we will pass between North and South Shields, up to the famous Herd Groyne and then through the Tyne Piers onto the North Sea.

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      Amble Adventure

      Our adventure from Amble Marina (perhaps our prettiest location) starts with a short, slow run onto the River Coquet, then through the harbour before exiting the piers onto the sea.  Coquet Island awaits...

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      Whitby Accessible Wildlife Adventure

      Leaving Whitby harbour, and subject to sea conditions, Wetwheels Yorkshire will head out into the blue and search for the marine megafuana that visits the Yorkshire Coast in the summer .

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      Whitby Accessible Fishing

      Once we leave Whitby harbour your skipper will determine the best route to provide a pleasant fishing experience and, once we reach our chosen location, our trained crew will assist anglers to get their lines in the water and fish.

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      Scarborough Accessible Fishing

      Once we leave Scarborough harbour your skipper will determine the best route to provide a pleasant fishing experience and, once we reach our chosen location, our trained crew will assist anglers to get their lines in the water and fish.

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      North Shields Accessible fishing

      A new experience for 2024!  Heading out from Royal Quays Marina, North Shields we head down the River Tyne and out onto the North Sea.  Your skipper will then determine the best route to provide a pleasant fishing experience and, once we reach our chosen location, our trained crew will assist anglers to get their lines in the water and fish.

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      Whitby Pirate Adventure

      Avast me hearties!  Wrap up well in your pirate gear as we set sail in search of treasure...If you are up for some fun, you've come to the right place!.

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      Accessible Scattering of Ashes

      At Wetwheels Yorkshire we are aware than many people choose to have their ashes scattered at a favourite place, which for many means the sea. Wetwheels Yorkshire is the only option available on the Yorkshire Coast for those who's family members may have mobility issues or are wheelchair users.

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    Wetwheels Yorkshire Crew

    Crew

    Our terrific crew of volunteers

    As with any successful organisation, it is our people that make the difference.

    Our team of volunteer crew undergo specialist disability awareness training in a maritime context, training in such essential tasks such as boat safety, safeguarding and much more.

    We even have a small group of 'land crew' that carry out the necessary logistics, fundraising and back-office tasks that every organisation needs.

    The people that really make Wetwheels Yorkshire work, however, are the mums and dads, the care staff and other support workers who choose to make the effort to bring our participants along to take part in a Wetwheels trip.

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    Peter Richardson

    Chair & Skipper

    Peter is the chairman and founder of Wetwheels Yorkshire CIC.  As a professionally qualified skipper and power boat instructor Peter spends his time away from the desk, at the helm of Wetwheels Yorkshire.

    A retired business owner, Peter is vice-chair of York Sharks Wheelchair Basketball Club, a founding member of the Whitby Community Alliance, Safeguarding Officer of YCTC (RYA York Cruiser Training Centre) and sits on the North Yorkshire Disability Sports Steering Group.

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    Philippa Norman

    Company Secretary

    Philippa has spent her career in healthcare including hospitals, the community and specialist environments.  Philippa delivers Wetwheels Yorkshire's 'Disability Awareness Training in a Maritime Context' to our team.

    Shane

    Shane Barton

    Director

    Shane has spent most of his professional life working in IT and joined Wetwheels Yorkshire as a member of the crew in 2020 after seeing how much pleasure boating brought to his daughter Chloe, who is a wheelchair user.

    Shane wanted to help bring that experience to more people.

    Shane enjoys spending his free time with his daughter, Cycling and Boating (ideally with his daughter), and of course, being one of the volunteers onboard Wetwheels Yorkshire. 

    Dale

    Dale Milne

    Compliance Officer

    Dale is a local Whitby lad who became a regular participant on Wetwheels Yorkshire as a keen sea angler.  Dale has since become a volunteer crew member and organises our regular social meetings and, through his role as our Compliance Officer, ensures that all mandatory checks are in place for both volunteer crew and the vessel itself.

    Dale was a key driver in securing a Changing Places facility at Whitby Marina.

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      North Shields 2023 - Part One

      After a late start due to poor weather the Wetwheels Yorkshire 2023 outreach season began in North Shields. Based at Royal Quays Marina on the River Tyne, Wetwheels Yorkshire worked with several local charities and support partners in delivering some...

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      Changing Places arrives in Whitby Marina

      Following over two years of work and planning, the new Changing Places facility for Whitby Marina (affectionally dubbed the Wetwheels Yorkshire Changing Places) was lifted in to place this week. Scheduled to be fully open later this month in time for...

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      Whitby Harbour
      Whitby
      North Yorkshire
      YO21 1YW
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      37 Kirkcroft
      Wigginton
      York
      North Yorkshire
      YO32 2GH

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