Nairn Beach Wheelchairs (NBW) will continue and expand their vital service with the help of a donation from HIPBMA.

The community-run charity, set up in 2025, is made up of nearly 30 dedicated volunteers who help make Nairn Beach accessible to everyone.

It is one of four charities which each received £850 from our fundraising efforts at HIPBMA on February.

The money will be put towards ongoing training for the volunteers in understanding disabilities, safeguarding and supporting visitors to have the best day out.

The charity will also deeper its commitment to inclusion by exploring options with the community, such as sand rollators for people who would still like to walk, and wheelchairs that float so people can get into the sea too.

Funds will also go towards ensuring equipment is safe and serviced regularly.

Amelia Williamson, chair of NBW, said: “We’re very excited to be opening up for our second year.

“We are fortunate to have huge community following and support, and endeavour to make our wonderful coastline more accessible to people with disabilities of all kinds.

“This year we are hoping to see beach wheelchairs being used for community activities such as beach clean ups or nature walks.”