Petit Bot viewing point now more accessible
ACCESS to a viewing spot at Petit Bot has been improved for people who are less mobile.
The scenic grassed area overlooks the bay, which could formerly only be accessed by steps or by stepping over a large concrete block.
A portion of the block has now been removed and the terrain smoothed out to provide an access point suited for people in wheelchairs or mobility scooters, or anyone not able to step over the barrier.
Guernsey Disability Alliance Access for All vice-chairman David Rowlinson uses a mobility scooter and noticed he was unable to access the spot when visiting the beach with his wife.
‘I come down here quite often because my wife walks the dogs. I thought I’d come up here and watch her on the beach but I realised I couldn’t get up,’ he said.
‘It’s a beautiful area and there are a lot of places like this where access could be improved. Small changes can make a big difference to a lot of people.’
Physical accessibility is just one area that the GDA focus on improving, while also working with local businesses and organisations to improve digital accessibility, provide accessible content and signage and customer service.
‘It’s very important we do this. The States is wanting to make changes to access wherever possible,’ said States disability officer Gill Evans.
‘These are relatively easy changes which makes this a lot more accessible, we know we have an ageing population which is why changes like this become more important.’
The GDA is also working on improving accessibility to Saint’s Bay.
