Accessible Boating Thames

Accessible Boating Thames We have a range of accessible boats and can hoist from wheelchair to dinghy. Our wheelyboat allows full wheelchair access.

Based at Bisham Abbey, near Marlow, Accessible Boating Thames is a charity dedicated to opening up the river to those that might, for whatever reason, find it difficult to gain access to it Three bell boats provide opportunities for special schools or groups.

Today we had a fabulous volunteer family fun day with all the boats out. Thank you to the volunteers who gave their time...
14/06/2026

Today we had a fabulous volunteer family fun day with all the boats out. Thank you to the volunteers who gave their time up on a Sunday for a lovely day on the wheelyboat, Bellboats & the Neo sailing boat.

If you would like to volunteer please come next Sunday 21st June between 10.30am & 4pm at Bisham Abbey Sailing & Navigation School.

Thanks for volunteering Greg
09/06/2026

Thanks for volunteering Greg

Enjoyed volunteering with Accessible Boating Thames this morning when we had some students from Manor Green School in Maidenhead. We had three young wheelchair users with carers on the wheelyboat and another four students with carers and crew in the bell boat (foreground).

The river has a wonderful calming effect and a novel change of environment for the students. The staff seem to enjoy being on the water as well. The rain cleared for us at Bisham Abbey where the Sailing School provide us with all their facilities. Partnership in action.

Today Pebble Brook school came and braved the rain and had fun on the wheelyboat & the bellboats. Thanks to our voluntee...
08/06/2026

Today Pebble Brook school came and braved the rain and had fun on the wheelyboat & the bellboats. Thanks to our volunteers who helped out today Chris H, Gavin, Steve, Hilary, Claire. Chris G, Kate, Mike C & Andrew.

Great to see Peter recognised for all he does, Accessible Boating Thames would not exist without his help.
30/05/2026

Great to see Peter recognised for all he does, Accessible Boating Thames would not exist without his help.

Bisham Abbey Sailing & Navigation School (BASNS) wins River Thames Award! 🏆

Our on-site partners at BASNS have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to the River Thames, supporting wellbeing and inclusive access to the water 🌊

Peter May has led the organisation for around 15 years, continuing over 30 years of family involvement delivering Royal Yachting Association training! ⛵

Alongside this, Peter and the volunteer team at Accessible Boating Thames help hundreds of local people and families safely enjoy the river each year in an inclusive environment 🤗

Well done to Peter and the team! 👏

If you are disabled or know of anyone who is disabled who would like to have a go in any of these boats then please cont...
28/05/2026

If you are disabled or know of anyone who is disabled who would like to have a go in any of these boats then please contact via Accessible Boating Thames. Website.

SEN Schools, Families, Individuals & Groups welcome

Our newest & smallest addition to the fleet.
27/05/2026

Our newest & smallest addition to the fleet.

Yesterday the  Holiday club high wycombe group came to cool down on the river with a paddling session on the bellboats &...
27/05/2026

Yesterday the Holiday club high wycombe group came to cool down on the river with a paddling session on the bellboats & a wheelyboat Trip.

Thank you to both Accessible Boating Thames for hosting us today with wheelyboat trips & to David Sutherland, Sue Arkle ...
11/05/2026

Thank you to both Accessible Boating Thames for hosting us today with wheelyboat trips & to David Sutherland, Sue Arkle & Nina barrs from Thames Rotary for helping us.

07/05/2026
Some great pictures of yesterdays trip with Alfriston School
07/05/2026

Some great pictures of yesterdays trip with Alfriston School

Address

Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre, Marlow Road, Marlow
Marlow
SL71RR

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