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Our two most popular wheelchair ramps are both lightweight, folding, portable wheelchair ramps as seen below.
  1. The Metro - A low cost budget ramp for domestic use.
  2. The Xtra - A premier grade ramp for copmmercial or domestic use.

1. Low Cost Budget Wheelchair Ramp for Domestic Use

The Metro is new low cost portable folding wheelchair ramp for domestic use manufactured in Great Britain
Available in lengths from 2ft to 8ft (0.6m - 2.4m) and starting at an amazing £125.00

The Metro wheelchair ramp is the ideal budget solution for domestic use where a cheap put down and pick up again solution is all that is required

Buy Direct from a Trusted British Manufacturer - Click Here to See Prices & Options
Cheap Wheelchair Ramp for domestic use

2. High Quality Wheelchair Ramps for Commercial or Domestic Use

Aerolight is a premier grade wheelchair ramp with an incredible weight to capacity ratio that makes it the number 1 choice for service providers, employers, retailers, etc. where safety is paramount.

Available in lengths from 2ft to 8ft (0.6m - 2.4m) and starting at £287.00

Buy Direct from a Trusted British Manufacturer - Click Here to See Prices & Options
Aerolight portable wheelchair Ramps


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Official Guidelines on Portable Wheelchair Ramps

Official Guidelines on Portable Wheelchair Ramps You will have to excuse this post as it is a bit of a rant I have been selling wheelchair ramps for over 20 years now In all that time I have never seen Official Guidelines on Portable Wheelchair Ramps. I have seen numerous recommendations for gradients of wheelchair […]


Maximum Slope For Wheelchair Ramps Ramp Guidelines and Regulations

The Wheelchair Ramps and Building Regulations Problem We are quite often asked about building regulations for wheelchair ramps and disabled ramp gradient To be honest it can be a nightmare – Read the following page carefully or call us on 01608 663759 if you want further information Building Regulations for Wheelchair Ramps on New Builds […]


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Recommended Gradient for Wheelchair Ramps UK

What is the Recommended Gradient for Wheelchair Ramps in the UK? Disabled Ramp Gradient Regulations We quite often receive requests for wheelchair ramps from people who don’t really know how long the ramp should be so have put together this little guide on disabled ramps. Note: This wheelchair ramp guide is divided in to 4 […]


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Disabled Access Regulations DDA Ramps

Wheelchair Ramps Regulations – UK Building Regulations Relating to Ramps Update: New Building Regulations from October 2015 – Access to and use of buildings: Approved Document M See more here – Do Wheelchair Ramps Have to Comply With Building Regulations Read more about Regulations relating to ramps here – Wheelchair Ramp Guidance and Regulations Information […]


Best Wheelchair Ramps for Shops

Best Wheelchair Ramps for Shops We find the most common mistake people make when ordering wheelchair ramps for shops is that they don’t take in to consideration the fact that they need to allow enough room for the wheelchair user to have a straight on approach to the ramp. Where this often causes problems is […]


Best Wheelchair Ramps for Village Halls
Best Wheelchair Ramps for Village Halls

Best Wheelchair Ramps for Village Halls When it comes to Village Halls our advice on which is the best type or ramp to use is similar to the advice we provide on ramps for churches If a permanent ramp is not a possibility you need to take in to consideration whether the ramp will just […]


Best Wheelchair Ramps for UPVC Doors

Best Wheelchair Ramps for UPVC Doors UPVC Doors are great but they do tend to have annoying little thresholds that make wheelchair access difficult. Wheelchair Ramps for UPVC Doors Threshold ramps for UPVC doors We have a range of Threshold Ramps that can overcome the problems UPVC doors create for wheelchair access including; threshold ramps […]


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Best Wheelchair Ramps for Churches

Best Wheelchair Ramps for Churches Let’s face it, most churches weren’t built with wheelchair users in mind. Also, most churches are historic buildings where installing modern permanent ramps isn’t really an option. We are often approached by Church wardens and PPC’s asking for advice on portable wheelchair ramps for churches which can be put down […]


Best Wheelchair Ramps for Stages

Best Wheelchair Ramps for Stages We are often asked about which wheelchair ramp is best when trying to provide wheelchair access to a stage. What Are The best Wheelchair Ramps for Stages up to 400mm high Provided it is a temporary ramp and does not become part of the structure of the building a stage […]


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Best Wheelchair Ramps for Pubs and Clubs

Best Wheelchair Ramps for Pubs and Clubs When it comes to pubs you have to be careful with wheelchair ramps. If you’re using a ramp that stays set up you need to be ultra cautious for obvious reasons. You don’t want someone who’s had a few drinks tripping or slipping on the ramp, you don’t […]


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Best Wheelchair Ramps for Cars

Best Wheelchair Ramps for Cars We are quite often asked what are the best ramps for loading wheelchairs in to cars or vans. We provide 3 main options which are all displayed on our Wheelchair Ramps for Cars page. These consist of; A simple and cost-effective scooter ramp which is ideal for loading 3 wheel […]


Wheelchair ramps for listed buildings

Wheelchair ramps for listed buildings We are often approached by owners or estate managers of listed buildings who need to provide wheelchair access but can’t alter the aesthetics of the listed building. When this happens we tend to recommend lightweight portable wheelchair ramps that can be used as an auxiliary aid, rather than permanent obtrusive […]


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Wheelchair Bound, Wheelchair User, Person in a Wheelchair – Which are Offensive?

Wheelchair Bound, Wheelchair User, Person in a Wheelchair – Which are you and Which are Offensive? I’ve been selling wheelchair ramps for over a decade now and still sometimes get stuck on what to call people. I once had someone complain because a line on my website said ramps for the disabled and still to […]


Wheelchair Bloggers Wanted

Wheelchair Bloggers Wanted Are you a wheelchair user who likes to blog? We are looking for wheelchair bloggers who like to write about the problems they have with accessibility. Be it getting in to your local pub, shops, public transport, etc. we would love to publish your stories on our website. Don’t particularly want to […]


High Street Shops and Wheelchair Ramps

High Street Shops, Wheelchair Ramps and Narrow Pavements There was an article on the BBC last week referencing a DisabledGo audit on accessibility on the High Street – http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-30342957 Now you would think wheelchair access to shops would be a simple solution, either alter the entrance, fit a permanent wheelchair ramp or when neither are […]


Fold Away Wheelchair Ramps

Fold Away Wheelchair Ramps Question is; How small do you want your Wheelchair Ramps to fold to? 🙂 Folding Wheelchair Ramp folds down it’s length which means whatever length you buy is how small it folds to length wise by 40cm width wise Short ones like carrying a briefcase, longer ones like carrying a step […]


Best Wheelchair Ramps for Cars

Best Wheelchair Ramps for Cars The biggest problem when looking for wheelchair ramps for cars is having enough room in the car to carry a ramp that is long enough to create a safe gradient. To overcome this problem we supply a range of telescopic wheelchair ramps and folding wheelchair ramps which are both compact […]


Wheelchair Ramp Gradient Calculator

Wheelchair Ramp Gradient Calculator To help you find the length of wheelchair ramp required to produce a 1:8 or 1:12 gradient slope Access Appraisals Ltd. have created this simple little Wheelchair Ramp Gradient Calculator How Steep Should Wheelchair Ramps Be* 1:6 (10°)** – Acceptable in some cases for short threshold ramps. 1:8 (8°)** – A […]


Access Ramps DDA and Equality Act Compliant

Access Ramps DDA and Equality Act Compliant We are often asked if our Access Ramps are compliant The problem with that question is are our Access Ramps compliant with what? This is due to people thinking a ramp has to be compliant with building regulations which in the 18 years I have been selling ramps […]


Wheelchair Ramps for Scooters and Powerchairs

Wheelchair Ramps for Scooters and Powerchairs We are often asked if our wheelchair ramps are suitable for Scooters or Power chairs. The things to look out for with Scooters and Powerchairs is that the front wheels and back wheels are in line with each other. If not you may find that channel ramps are ruled […]


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Aids for gardeners in wheelchairs

Aids for gardeners in wheelchairs Many wheelchair users are keen gardeners. As well as portable ramps and wheelchair friendly garden furniture we have now added a section to the site for Wheelchair Friendly Raised Gardens and Flower Beds Raised of the ground these Wheelchair Friendly Raised Gardens are an ideal height for wheelchair users to […]


VAT relief for disabled people

If you’re disabled or have a long-term illness, you won’t be charged VAT on products designed or adapted for your own personal or domestic use. Also, you won’t be charged VAT on: the installation and any extra work needed as part of this repairs or maintenance spare parts or accessories Qualifying products or services Your […]


Electoral Commission Advice on Accessible Polling Stations

Electoral Commission Advice on Accessible Polling Stations Setting up a polling station The initial setting-up of a polling station is key to ensuring a satisfactory outcome for the voter. The ease and accessibility of the voting process is absolutely crucial. It is, therefore, important that your polling staff or those who are responsible for setting […]


Temporary Ramps for Wheelchairs

Temporary Ramps for Wheelchairs We have been asked a number of times if we could provide a temporary ramp for wheelchair use. The answer is yes, but the problem is delivery charges. We would be quite happy to hire out wheelchair ramps, but when you take in to consideration the cost of delivering the ramp […]


Discrimination your rights UK

1. Types of discrimination It is against the law to discriminate against anyone because of: • age • being or becoming a transsexual person • being married or in a civil partnership • being pregnant or having a child • disability • race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin • religion, belief or lack […]


20% of High Street businesses are inaccessible to wheelchair users

20% of High Street businesses are inaccessible to wheelchair users A fifth of High Street businesses are inaccessible to wheelchair users and two thirds of retail staff have no training in how to help disabled customers. These are the findings of DisabledGO researchers who visited 30,000 premises. Portable ramps are a low-cost way of providing […]


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Lightweight Semi-Permanent Wheelchair Ramps

Lightweight Semi-Permanent Wheelchair Ramps We now have a new range of semi-permanent ramps on our wheelchair ramps website. These ramps are similar to the modular ramp systems but are a little more basic, lighter, come in smaller sections and are designed to be handled and erected by a single person. Prices are considerably lower and […]


Tax Relief on Disabled Ramps Are Wheelchair Ramps Tax Deductible

Tax Relief on Disabled Ramps Are Wheelchair Ramps Tax Deductible From 1 October 2004, the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) requires service providers to make ‘reasonable adjustments’ to their premises to tackle any physical features that prevent disabled people from using their services. What is reasonable will vary in different situations. It may depend on the […]


Disabled Ramps and the Equality Act

Disabled Ramps and the Equality Act The disabled ramps featured on our website are ideal for shops, offices, listed buildings, etc.  as a way to help comply with the Equality Act. These ramps are lightweight, foldable and easy to set up when required meaning they do not have to be left out permanently. Available in lengths 2ft – […]


Disability and the Equality Act 2010 – The definition of ‘disability’ under the Equality Act 2010

From 1 October 2010, the Equality Act replaced most of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). However, the Disability Equality Duty in the DDA continues to apply. Find out about the protection and legal rights the Equality Act provides for disabled people. Equality Act 2010 The Equality Act 2010 aims to protect disabled people and prevent […]


Zero Rated VAT on Wheelchair Ramps

Zero Rated VAT on Wheelchair Ramps Under specific circumstances if wheelchair ramps are bought by a disabled person as an accessory to their wheelchair and it is used for their own personal and domestic use they may be zero rated.


Disability Discrimination Act 1995 – Part III

Disability Discrimination Act 1995 – Part III 19 Discrimination in relation to goods, facilities and services (1) It is unlawful for a provider of services to discriminate against a disabled person— (a) in refusing to provide, or deliberately not providing, to the disabled person any service which he provides, or is prepared to provide, to […]


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Low Cost Budget Wheelchair Ramp

The Metro is new low cost portable folding wheelchair ramp for domestic use manufactured in Great Britain

Available in lengths from 2ft to 8ft (0.6m - 2.4m) and starting at an amazing £125.00

The Metro wheelchair ramp is the ideal budget solution for domestic use where a cheap put down and pick up again solution is all that is required

Buy Direct from a Trusted British Manufacturer - Click Here to See Prices & Options
Cheap Wheelchair Ramp for domestic use

Buyers Guide For Wheelchair Ramps : Guide on Buying a Wheelchair Ramp for Personal Use

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