Week 2 - Monday 29 July to Sunday 4 August Expand Activities on every day Watersports at Nene Outdoors: Make a splash with our full range of Pay and Play activities on Gunwade Lake, with activities available between 11am and 6.30pm each day. Daily watersports activities include dragon and swan pedalos, row boats, stand up paddle boards, kayaks and canoes. Book your activities online to avoid the queues on busy days. Nene Outdoors Olympic Challenge: Celebrate a summer of sport at Nene Outdoors and join in our Olympic Challenge! Complete five different land or water activities throughout the Six Weeks of Summer for your chance to win an exclusive sailing or paddlesport taster session for six. Click here to find out more. Holiday Club at Nene Outdoors: Our Oak Adventurers holiday club for kids age 8-13 is packed full of exciting water and land-based activities. Click here to book your places. Take a boat trip: Take a relaxing trip around Overton Lake and onto the River Nene and enjoy unique views and the wildlife around Ferry Meadows. Book your tickets now. Camp under the stars: Upgrade your day out at Ferry Meadows to an overnight adventure. Book a bell tent or a spot on our pitch-only campsite, located in the heart of Ferry Meadows. Click here to find out more. Complete a trail at Ferry Meadows: Pick up an Animal Olympics trail sheet from the Visitor Centre for just £1, answer the questions as you walk around the Park and return to the Visitor Centre to claim your flower seeds prize to grow at home. Find out more. Pop-Up Fun Park: Join in the excitement at our Pop-Up Fun Park! Organised by our friends from the Ferry Meadows Miniature Railway, this summer fun zone will be packed with fairground attractions, bouncy inflatables and carnival games, open daily until 11 August from 11am to 5pm. Click here to find out more.Ride the Ferry Meadows RailwaySit back and enjoy the ride! Trains will operate daily between 11am and 4.45pm, weather permitting. Events by date Community Litter Pick - 30 July Join our community litter pick to celebrate Love Parks Week and help us to keep the Park looking clean, green and tidy this summer! Register anytime between 10.30am – 12.30pm outside the Visitor Centre, where you can grab a litter picker and rubbish bag. Climbing Wall – 30 July The climbing wall will be back at Nene Outdoors, with sessions running throughout the day. Great fun for both adults and children aged 4 and over, who will reach the top first? Sessions are £12 per person. Wildlife Boat Trip – 30 July Join us on a specially extended wildlife boat trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene. Our expert ranger will make sure you don’t miss a thing, and help you learn more about the wildlife you spot. This trip is suitable for age 12+, tickets are £15 each. Pollinator Ponder and Wildlife Wander - 30 July Spot the many butterflies, bees and wildflower species on walk round the Park with education officer Alex. We’ll look at how they work together in the world of pollination, and use the Big Butterfly Count sheets to help you to identify what you see. Suitable for age 10 and over, it’s £5.50 per person. Pond Dipping - 1 August Come along to our FREE drop-in session at Lynch Lake between 12 and 3pm and spend some time pond dipping and identifying the fascinating creatures you find. This event is suitable for children aged 3 and over and is free to attend, however donations are always welcome! Open Water Swimming - 1 August Come along and swim the 400m course on Gunwade Lake in these friendly sessions for all abilities. Register with NOWCA and get your first swim session free. Foodie Fridays – 2 August Bring all your friends and family to Ferry Meadows for an evening of live music and fantastic food from the finest local street food vendors! 5pm – 9pm. Buzzy Bees - 3 August Fun interactive activities all about bees! We'll be finding out everything there is to know about these brilliant creatures, how we can help save them and playing bee-themed games. This workshop is suitable for age 5+ and costs £5.50 to attend. Living History Day at Longthorpe Tower – 3 August The Whittlebury family resided at Longthorpe Tower in 1471 during a time of turmoil. The Wars of the Roses is underway and King Edward IV is launching a bid to get his throne back from the Lancastrians. Which side will Robert Whittlebury choose? Join costumed interpreters from the Medieval Sokemen to explore life in the 15th century. Suitable for all ages, tickets are £10 each. Longthorpe Tower Tours - 4 August Discover the finest set of medieval wall paintings in a domestic setting in Western Europe, giving a rare insight into the medieval mind.
Week 1 - Saturday 20 July to Sunday 28 July Expand Activities on every day Watersports at Nene Outdoors: Make a splash with our full range of Pay and Play activities on Gunwade Lake, with activities available between 11am and 6.30pm each day. Daily watersports activities include dragon and swan pedalos, row boats, stand up paddle boards, kayaks and canoes. Book your activities online to avoid the queues on busy days. Nene Outdoors Olympic Challenge: Celebrate a summer of sport at Nene Outdoors and join in our Olympic Challenge! Complete five different land or water activities throughout the Six Weeks of Summer for your chance to win an exclusive sailing or paddlesport taster session for six. Click here to find out more. Holiday Club at Nene Outdoors: Our Oak Adventurers holiday club for kids age 8-13 is packed full of exciting water and land-based activities. Click here to book your places. Take a boat trip: Take a relaxing trip around Overton Lake and onto the River Nene and enjoy unique views and the wildlife around Ferry Meadows. Book your tickets now. Camp under the stars: Upgrade your day out at Ferry Meadows to an overnight adventure. Book a bell tent or a spot on our pitch-only campsite, located in the heart of Ferry Meadows. Click here to find out more. Complete a trail at Ferry Meadows: Pick up an Animal Olympics trail sheet from the Visitor Centre for just £1, answer the questions as you walk around the Park and return to the Visitor Centre to claim your flower seeds prize to grow at home. Find out more. Ride the Ferry Meadows RailwaySit back and enjoy the ride! Trains will operate daily between 11am and 4.45pm, weather permitting. Events by date Indoor Archery – 23 July Unleash your inner Robin Hood or Maid Marian! Our archery sessions are 45 minutes long and take place at Nene Outdoors. Sessions are £12 per person and suitable for ages 8 and over. Youth RYA Sailing – Stage 1, 22 & 23 July This two-day course takes you through the basics of dinghy sailing, getting you to a standard where you are able to enjoy the freedom of sailing. Suitable for 8-15 year olds, £190 each. Pond Dipping - 24 July Come along to our FREE drop-in session at Lynch Lake between 12 and 3pm and spend some time pond dipping and identifying the fascinating creatures you find. This event is suitable for children aged 3 and over and is free to attend, however donations are always welcome! Treasure Hunt – 25 July Explore Ferry Meadows using your super sleuthing skills to work out where the treasure is hidden. Suitable for children aged 4-7, it’s £5.50 per child. Orienteering Challenge – 25 July Learn essential skills to follow directions and find your way around a real orienteering route! Who will be the first to visit all the points? Suitable for children aged 8-13, it’s £5.50 per child. Open Water Swimming - 25 July Come along and swim the 400m course on Gunwade Lake in these friendly sessions for all abilities. Register with NOWCA and get your first swim session free. Big Butterfly Count – 26 July Take part in this year’s Big Butterfly Count. Join ranger Sophie on a walk to spot some of the butterfly species that flutter through Ferry Meadows, using the Big Butterfly Count sheets to help you to identify what you see. Suitable for age 8 and over, it’s free to attend. Children’s Fused Glass Art Workshop – 26 July Join June from Semperart to make your very own unique sun-catcher from coloured glass. Suitable for ages 7-12, it’s £15 per child. Teens Fused Glass Art Workshop – 26 July Join June from Semperart to learn all about fused glass art, then design and make your very own unique sun-catcher from coloured glass. Suitable for ages 13-17, it’s £20 each. Origami Flower Making & Soap Mixing - 27 July Come along to see Nene Nursery all in leaf and bloom and try your hand at Soap Mixing and making Origami Flowers. This is a free drop in session, so no need to book, and is suitable for families and visitors of all ages! Pop-Up Fun Park - 27 July & 28 July Join in the excitement at our Pop-Up Fun Park! Organised by our friends from the Ferry Meadows Miniature Railway, this summer fun zone will be packed with fairground attractions, bouncy inflatables and carnival games, open daily from 11am to 5pm.Longthorpe Tower Tours - 27 & 28 July Discover the finest set of medieval wall paintings in a domestic setting in Western Europe, giving a rare insight into the medieval mind.
Watersports Hire Terms & Conditions Expand The following terms and conditions are applicable to all watersports hire bookings at Nene Outdoors Watersports & Activity Centre: Equipment and watercraft hires are for use of the person(s) named in the booking only and are not transferable. Watercraft will only be issued to a named adult. This adult is responsible for supervising anyone under 18 years old within their party. Children over the age of 8 years can go on a watercraft without an adult. The supervising adult must be close by throughout the hire. Nene Outdoors reserves the right to implement any restrictions/conditions deemed necessary before and during the hire period to ensure the safety of staff and public. Nene Outdoors reserves the right to refuse to issue a watercraft if our staff feel that to do so would be hazardous to the customer, or other people, and/or affect the enjoyment of others. Nene Outdoors reserves the right to terminate a hire and ask customers to return to shore at any time, if our staff consider that to continue would be hazardous to themselves or other members of the public. Drinking alcohol on any watercraft is not permitted. If staff suspect individuals are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, we reserve the right to refuse the boat hire. Customers hiring watercraft must enter and exit at the location indicated and remain within the set area when their craft is issued. If you you fall off your craft, and are unable to get back on, please stay with your craft until help arrives. Please do not swim away from your craft or attempt to swim to shore. Customers hiring watercraft must wear buoyancy aids correctly at all times when on the water and on the jetty. Customers are requested to respect the rights of other water users and to stay clear of other craft and anglers. When hiring watercraft or equipment, customers are advised to wear appropriate shoes at all times. If customers choose not to do so, it at their own risk Lockers are available at Nene Outdoors for small valuable items, which are left at the customers risk. Nene Outdoors accepts no responsibility for lost or damaged items. Due to the potential presence of blue green algae in Gunwade Lake, please ensure you wash hands thoroughly after your activity.
Camping Terms & Conditions Expand The following terms and conditions are applicable to all campsite pitch and bell tents bookings at Nene Outdoors Watersports & Activity Centre: Camping visits must be booked in advance. Bookings are charged per night for a single tent with up to 6 occupants. Arrivals are from 13:00 to 17:00 on the day of the booking. Any one arriving after 17:00 may not be able to gain access to the campsite. Pitches must be vacated by 10:00 on the day of departure. The campsite is suitable for families and couples only. Groups where more than two adults are sharing a tent will not be permitted. There must be at least one adult per group. Children and teenagers under the age of 18 must be supervised at all times by a parent/guardian. Our 5 metres x 5 metre pitches are allocated on arrival. Customers can erect one tent which fits entirely within the allocated pitch. Tents must be placed a minimum of 5 metres apart. Caravans and campervans are not permitted within the campsite. Dogs are welcome within the campsite but must be kept on a lead. Please do not allow your dog to foul within the campsite. Dog waste must be collected and disposed of in an appropriate bin. Cars are not permitted within the campsite. Car parking is available a short walk away in the main visitor carpark next to Nene Outdoors Watersports & Activity Centre. Free parking for one car is included within your campsite booking. You will receive a parking voucher when you check in. Open fires are only allowed in designated fire pits. Barbeques must be raised off the ground, either on one of the fixed barbeque stands located around the site, or on a suitable portable stand. Gas barbeques are not permitted. Campers may make use of small camping stoves with a maximum gas canister size of 500g. Amplified music is not permitted on the campsite (including radios, iPods etc.) Acoustic music must stop at 21:00. Rubbish must not be left on site. Please bring your own bin bags and ensure rubbish is placed in the general or recycling bins provided. Please do not place black bags in the recycling bin. Smoking or vaping is not permitted in the campsite or inside buildings. If you wish to smoke or vape, please move to a suitable location outside of the building and campsite boundaries. The entry gate to Ferry Meadows is locked at 22:00. After this time, campers will be able to drive out of the Park but will not be able to drive back in. Nene Park Trust accepts no responsibility for any person or property injured or damaged while on site.
Boat Trip Terms & Conditions Expand The following terms and conditions are applicable to all boat trips bookings on our eco-passenger boat, Wyndham: Tickets can only be booked by a named adult. This adult is responsible for supervising anyone under 18 years old their party. Under 18s will not be permitted on board without an accompanying adult. Nene Outdoors reserves the right to implement any restrictions/conditions deemed necessary before and during the hire period to ensure the safety of staff and public. Nene Outdoors reserves the right to refuse to allow a customer to board Wyndham if our staff feel that to do so would be hazardous to the customer, or others, and/or affect the enjoyment of others. Nene Outdoors reserves the right to terminate a trip and return to shore at any time, if our staff consider that to continue would be hazardous to themselves or members of the public. Customers will not be permitted to bring their own alcohol on-board Wyndham. If staff suspect that individuals are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, we reserve the right to refuse boarding. Customers must wear buoyancy aids correctly at all times when on board Wyndham. Due to the potential presence of blue green algae in the lake, customers are advised to keep their hands inside the boat and to wash their hands thoroughly after activity.
Archery Bookings Terms & Conditions Expand The following terms and conditions are applicable to all Archery Taster Session bookings: Minimum participant age is 8 years old. Under 18s must have an adult present. All jewellery and hooped items, including watches, must be removed before taking part. All long hair must be tied back. Any tassels, cords etc. must be tucked inside clothing. Participants must be wearing appropriate closed toe footwear. Participants must wear the arm bracer provided. Participants must follow the instructions of our staff at all times. Food, drink or chewing gum is not permitted in the archery area.
Climbing Wall Terms & Conditions Expand The following terms and conditions are applicable to all Climbing Wall Taster sessions bookings: Minimum participant age is 4 years old. Under 18s must have an adult present. Maximum participant weight is 130kg (20st 6lb) and minimum participant weight is 10kg (1st 8lb). All jewellery, including watches, must be removed, glasses secured and pockets emptied before climbing. All long hair must be tied back. Participants must wear secure, flat-soled shoes with closed toes and long shorts or trousers. Please do not wear sandals, flip flops, sliders, short shorts, dresses or skirts. Participants must correctly wear the harnesses provided. Participants must follow the instructions of our staff at all times. Food, drink or chewing gum is not permitted in the climbing area.
Parklife 2024 Expand Click on the links below to read your digital copy of Parklife magazine: Parklife spring 2024 Parklife summer 2024
Conservation Plus (Full Day 10am-4pm) Expand Conservation activity plus your very own Weave it Workshop OR Green Woodworking Workshop = £35 pp (min. 6 people or £210) Conservation activities could be something from the list below: Summer (April-August) Winter (September-March) Weeding Coppicing across Nene Park Trust woodlands and plantations Invasive species removal Hedgerow management Mulching around standard trees Small tree removal Willow Tunnel maintenance Bulb planting Boardwalk vegetation clearance Path clearance Sheepwash Walk maintenance Ham Mere reed burning Willow removal Then choose from one of the following activities: Weave it Workshop Green Woodworking Workshop Using woodland branches and yarn: create your very own natural piece Make your very own macrame bird feeder Learn the skill of whittling and make your own mini wood sculpture or wooden spoon. Learn how to use a natural wood lathe BOOK NOW
Conservation (1/2 day) Expand Conservation Activity = £20 pp (min. 6 people or £120) Activities could be something from the list below: Summer (April-August) Winter (September-March) Weeding Coppicing across Nene Park Trust woodlands and plantations Invasive species removal Hedgerow management Mulching around standard trees Small tree removal Willow Tunnel maintenance Bulb planting Boardwalk vegetation clearance Path clearance Sheepwash Walk maintenance Ham Mere reed burning Willow removal BOOK NOW
Accessibility welcome to Woodlands Expand Ranger assistance Whilst Woodlands Sports Pitches are patrolled periodically by Nene Park Trust staff and volunteers, there is not a regular staff presence in this area. However, if you require assistance while using this area our Rangers are contactable via 07860 308081 from 08:00 – 18:30 March – September and 08:00 – 16:00 October – February. Please note our Ranger team is not available on Christmas Day or Boxing Day.
Planning your visit to Woodlands Sports Pitches Expand Assistance dogsAssistance dogs are welcome throughout the Park. Mobility scootersMobility scooters are welcome on all surfaced paths throughout the Park. Getting herePlease visit our Find us page for details of the different ways to get to Woodlands Sports Pitches. ParkingA tarmac car park is shared with Castor Lodge care home. There are no designated accessible parking spaces next to the Woodlands Sports Pitches and associated facilities. There is a parking space at the end of the tarmac footpath that connects to the sports facilities. There is space for vehicle drop off or collection alongside the tarmac path near to the sports facilities. Park Code For information on how to enjoy this area of Nene Park, please see our Rural Estate Park Code. We also have a text only version of the Rural Estate Park Code. Nene Park Newsletter - ParklifeOur regular newsletter Parklife is available in standard, large print or audio formats. All are freely available in advance of your visit either electronically or by post. Please contact us with details of your requirements.
Getting around Woodlands Sports Pitches Expand Path gradients and surfacesWoodlands Sports Pitches is an area of closely mown grass adjacent to the tarmac car park. Temporary buildings containing the sports facilities are located on a tarmac area next to the car park which is connected to the parking area by a tarmac path. There are no other footpaths.For more details of the accessibility of any area of Woodlands Sports Pitches please contact us. Ranger assistanceWhilst Woodlands Sports Pitches are patrolled periodically by Nene Park Trust staff and volunteers, there is not a regular staff presence in this area. However, if you require assistance while using this area our Rangers are contactable via 07860 308081 from 08:00 – 18:30 March – September and 08:00 – 16:00 October – February. Please note our Ranger team is not available on Christmas Day or Boxing Day.
Facilities and services at Woodlands Sports Pitches Expand Toilets and changing facilitiesThe sports facilities are made up of a series of temporary buildings which includes two team changing rooms (communal room with benches and coat hooks) and separate male and female toilet and shower buildings. These all have stepped access. An accessible toilet is located in the office cabin which has ramped access. Please note these facilities are not open to the general public. They are only open to participants when the pitches are booked.For more details of the accessibility of the facilities at Woodlands Sports Pitches please contact us. Food & drinkBBQ’s and fires are not permitted at Woodlands Sports Pitches.The village of Castor is home to cafés and pubs. For more information visit our Where to eat pages. Volunteer opportunitiesNene Park Trust offers a range of volunteer opportunities. Our volunteer pages contain information about current vacancies and the contact details to discuss any specific access requirements.
Things to do at Woodlands Sports Pitches Expand Use of Woodlands Sports Pitches and associated facilities is by prearrangement only. There is no open public access to the site. CricketCricket is currently 'pay to play’ which is usually inclusive of full use of changing rooms and facilities. For further details and hire information visit our Woodlands Sports Pitches page. FootballThere are a number of pitches of different sizes, which are currently used by Thorpe Wood Rangers Football Club. For further details and contact information visit our Woodlands Sports Pitches page
Feedback on your visit to Woodlands Sports Pitches Expand Nene Park Access Forum Do you have an interest in access at Nene Park? Nene Park Trust holds a twice-yearly access forum to update park users about access improvements and to hear directly from visitors about their experiences of using the Park. We also make contact in between meetings to share information about access related developments including a regular Nene Park Access Forum newsletter. We welcome anyone with an interest or an experience to share. For more details, contact us. Feedback We are always keen to hear visitors’ experiences of the Park to continue to improve our services and you can provide this in a number of ways: Contact us directly Join our Access Forum or Volunteers to become more involved in the development of the Park.
Parklife 2023 Expand Click on the links below to read your digital copy of Parklife magazine or listen to audio versions of the articles: Parklife spring 2023 Parklife summer 2023 Parklife autumn 2023 Parklife winter 2023
Level 3 Certificate - Leading Forest School Expand This Forest School Leader training is designed for those who would like to set up and run a forest school programme. The course involves eight days of training, including theory and practical sessions. There are five units of study at Level 3: Supporting learning, play and development in natural environments Deliver forest school Observation and evaluation of forest school Sustainable use and management of natural resources Teach outdoor practical skills On this course you will: Attend training days which consist of both theory and practical tasks Run a forest school programme in your chosen setting Have a work-based assessment Complete a portfolio for assessment. £950 per person (including registration fee and VAT) Next available course: September 2024 Course dates: 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th, 30th September, 1st, 7th, 8th October March 2025Course dates: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 March Click here to book a place on this course
Level 2 Award - Assisting Forest School Expand This course covers four units of study at Level 2 and looks in more depth at practical skills, using the woodland as a sustainable resource and the theoretical side of planning for learning and play at Forest School. This course is designed for those wanting to assist a Level 3 Forest School Leader. The course duration is four days of training including theory and practical sessions, plus assisting with planning and delivery of a minimum of 3 forest schools sessions. There are 3 units of study at level 2: Supporting learning, play and development in the natural environment Sustainable use and management of natural resources Outdoor practical skills Forest school assistant £500 per person (including registration fee and VAT) Next available course September 2024 Course dates: 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th September, 7th October March 2025Course dates: 6, 7, 13, 14, 27 March Click here to book a place on this course
Level 2 Award - Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning Expand This Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning course will develop your skills and confidence in using your grounds for engaging and exciting curriculum delivery. Completion of this course only takes two and a half days plus some structured self-directed study in between the course days. It is designed to be as practical, accessible and supportive as possible in helping you to make a success in implementing a programme of curriculum-based outdoor learning. Content Summary: Understanding the benefits and risks of using the outdoors as a learning environment, looking at the background and context of modern outdoor learning. Learning how to take an holistic approach to implement outdoor learning and how to get everyone ‘on board’ with your plans. Planning and delivering seasonal outdoor learning by building specific skills and confidence in a range of areas that can be developed and enhanced in school grounds and in the local environment. Knowing how to sustainably manage and improve outdoor learning environments. Looking at ecological structures in the natural environment and identifying species in our own local natural environments. Looking at the wider context of learning outside the classroom and making plans to use your local natural and built environment in curriculum delivery. £350 per person (including registration fee and VAT) Please click here to make an enquiry
Tailored CPD Expand The Nene Park education team can work with schools and subject leads to identify what you would like to achieve from outdoor learning and develop and deliver a personalised programme of CPD activities to meet your needs. Prices start at £250 for half a day for up to 18 participants or £500 for a full day. Please click here to make an enquiry
About your trainer Expand Anna Thompson, Education & Activities Manager at Nene Park Trust A qualified teacher and Accredited Practitioner of the Institute for Outdoor Learning, Anna Thompson has spent over 20 years working in outdoor learning and forest school and estimates that she has delivered outdoor learning activities to over 30,000 children and young people! Anna is passionate about the benefits of outdoor learning and believes that every child should have the opportunity to engage in regular outdoor learning activities as part of their school day.
Parklife 2022 Expand Click on the links below to read your digital copy of Parklife magazine or listen to audio versions of the articles: Parklife spring 2022 Parklife summer 2022 Parklife autumn 2022 Parklife winter 2022
Hiring a mobility scooter or Mountain Trike Expand To help visitors with access needs explore Ferry Meadows, we offer a mobility scooter hire service from the Visitor Centre & Gift Shop in Ferry Meadows, free of charge (donations welcome). In addition to our three mobility scooters, we also have two new Mountain Trike all-terrain wheelchairs available to hire. To find out more about the Mountain Trikes please see below. Step by step guide to borrowing a Mountain Trike or mobility scooter: It is advisable to book a time slot in advance to ensure that your chosen Mountain Trike or mobility scooter is available for when you want to use it. Please call Visitor Services on 01733 234193 or email [email protected] to reserve your chosen date and time. Visitors can use a Mountain Trike or mobility scooter for up to 2 hours from 9.15am - 5.30pm every day April – October and 9.15am – 4:00pm every day except Christmas Day November – March. Come to the Visitor Centre in Ferry Meadows and show your ID to borrow a Mountain Trike. Our friendly Visitor Centre staff will get your Mountain Trike or mobility scooter ready for you. If it is your first time using one, you will be given a full induction on how to operate the vehicle. For the self-propelled Mountain Trike please be aware that the steering and braking is right hand controlled and that it is advisable to wear a bicycle helmet. Please bring your own. When you have finished with your Mountain Trike or mobility scooter, please return it to the Visitor Centre and come inside and let our staff know. Please make a donation for using this service. The all-terrain wheelchairs have been provided to Ferry Meadows through a generous donation and will sit alongside the extremely popular mobility scooter loan service the Park already offers. This service is made possible through continued donations from users and supporters, alongside other fundraising efforts. Thank you! Mountain Trikes are all-terrain manual wheelchairs. Visitors can choose between: The Mountain Trike, lever drive all terrain wheelchair which allows the user to independently propel, steer and apply the hydraulic brakes whilst maintaining clean, dry hands The MT Push all terrain attendant wheelchair which has a push handle located behind the rider where the steering and braking takes place by the rider’s buddy. This is suited for riders who aren’t able to self-propel but still want to enjoy the outdoors with friends and family. Please note that all riders must be able to self-transfer into and out of the trikes and the maximum rider weight is 100kg / 16 stone.