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Accessibility at Sandilands
Sandilands is a year-round nature reserve, transformed from a former golf course into a thriving coastal landscape for nature and people. With accessible paths, boardwalks, facilities and a new visitor building, there are lots of ways to enjoy this special place throughout the year.
Arrival and parking
Roman Bank, Sandilands nr Sutton-on-Sea, Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire, LN12 2RJ. Sandilands is located along the Lincolnshire Coast and forms the northern most point of the Lincolnshire Coastal Country Park. Brown signs from the A52 direct you to the nature reserve.
The main car park has a firm surface, with eight designated accessible parking spaces and two accessible electric vehicle charging points near the toilet block. Blue Badge holders park free. Alternatively, parking charges apply. National Trust members park for free all day, just scan your membership card at the machine. JustPark location code: 80667.
A ramp leads from the car park to the visitor building, which includes the Flyway Café, community space and additional accessible toilets. Alternatively, the main car park steps have a handrail. A ramped path also leads to the promenade.
Our new accessible visitor building includes the Flyway Café, community space and additional accessible toilets.
If you have any questions about access or would benefit from assistance during your visit, please contact us in advance via telephone: 01754890102 or email: sandilands@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Facilities
Public toilets, including baby-changing facilities, a Changing Place and an accessible toilet, are available in the main car park. The accessible facilities can be accessed using a radar key. Additional accessible toilets are available within the café. Visitors at the southern end of the reserve can also use the facilities at nearby Huttoft Terrace car park.
Trampers and a beach wheelchair are available to hire. Please email Sandilands@nationaltrust.org.uk at least 48 hours before your visit to book.
Outdoor seating is available across the reserve, with indoor seating in the Flyway Café and bird hide. Accessible picnic benches are located near the dune viewpoint at the northern end of the reserve. Please help us care for Sandilands by taking your rubbish home or using the bins provided.
A wheelchair-accessible seesaw is available for visitors to enjoy.
Explore Sandilands at your own pace with our sensory backpacks, containing items such as fidget toys, a magnifying glass and an ear trumpet. They’re designed to support visitors of all ages and abilities and are available from the office at the northern end of the reserve.
Moving through the reserve
A hardstanding path runs throughout the site, providing a firm and accessible route around the reserve. Alternative grass paths can be explored on foot or by Tramper, but have uneven ground and natural features such as rabbit holes and changes in height. Please take care and choose a route that’s suitable for your needs.
The top of the sand dune near Boy Grift Drain offers scenic coastal views.
Follow the clear concrete pathway and bridge, taking care around deep water and vehicle access points.
Please take care around wet or slippery ground and keep away from the edges of deeper scrapes.
All dogs, including assistance dogs, are welcome at Sandilands. Please keep dogs on short leads while exploring the reserve to help protect ground-nesting birds and other wildlife.