Accessible Adventures Ireland

25/01/2026

Great morning out in Florencecourt for our winter wellbeing walk. Some fossil identification and a look at the glacial till that overlays much of Fermanagh’s valleys

24/01/2026

We still have some places for tomorrow mornings wellbeing free walk in Florencecourt Forest. Booking on Eventbrite is closed, but get in touch on the email below or send me a message here if you’d like to join. ’s

18/01/2026

A big thanks to Irish Wheelchair Association for the focus on Accessible Adventures Ireland (page6) and our work in making adventure accessible to people who have a disability.
Nathan Mccabe quote perhaps sums up the difference we are trying to make

“We felt able-bodied on that trip is the only way to put it in words, it gives you such a freedom of movement,” - Thank you Nathan for your kind words.

Tom Leahy launches autobiography, Accessible adventures, Beating the January Blues, plus lots more in this January edition.

12/01/2026

A great opportunity to get out in nature this weekend.

❄ Winter Wellbeing Walk ❄

Join us for a Winter Wellbeing Walk at Castle Caldwell Forest!
Sunday 18 January 2026
10.30am-1.30pm
📍Castle Caldwell Forest
💰FREE

Reconnect with nature, reduce stress, and enjoy the rich heritage of Castle Caldwell Forest with Walk Leader, Paul Kellagher from Accessible Adventures Ireland and local Tour Guide, Pauline Gilmartin.

This inclusive event is suitable for all abilities, with tailored activities to ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported.

Supported by the Public Health Agency through the Clear Project.

For more information and to book your ticket visit https://bit.ly/4aHYj5m 📱💻

Accessible Adventures Ireland Fermanagh Lakelands Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Discover Northern Ireland European Geoparks Network Global Geoparks Network

14/12/2025

Custom canoe seating I’ve been building to provide better support for some of my adventurers who are wheelchair users. The deeper than standard seat base allows for a standard wheelchair size cushion to be fitted to reduce the risk of pressure injuries. Locally sourced Ash. Backrest tape still needs to be finished.

12/12/2025

With a Met Office Alert for heavy rain this Sunday with 20-30 mm of rain forecast, I’m cancelling our planned wellbeing walk this Sunday. Watch out for new dates in January

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There is a Met Office heavy rain weather warning from 12.01am Sunday (14 December) until 6am on Monday.
Travel delays, difficult driving conditions, flooding and power cuts possible.
Flooding Incident Line number 0300 2000 100.
Info and advice: https://nidirect.gov.uk/rain
Department for Infrastructure Belfast City Council Derry City & Strabane District Council Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Ards and North Down Borough Council Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Mid and East Antrim Borough Council Mid Ulster District Council Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service Police Service of Northern Ireland Northern Ireland Executive Department of Finance

12/12/2025

NICAS Ascend
NICAS Ascend is a new climbing award scheme designed for – and tested with – disabled and neurodivergent climbers. Developed by Sarah Jones, a climbing coach with a background in disability sport and teaching, and inspired by her brother Zac, it provides a groundbreaking framework that enables young people with disabilities or complex needs not only to take part in climbing sessions but also to work towards and be recognised for their achievements.

🇮🇪 We’re heading to Ireland for a week on Inclusive Workshops and bookings are now LIVE!
In less than 8 weeks, Skinner (Head of NICAS Coach Development) and Paul Kellagher from Accessible Adventures Ireland will be delivering a brand-new series of two-day inclusive coaching workshops across Derry and Dublin, in partnership with Access Sport and Mountaineering Ireland.

These sessions blend practical coaching, real-world scenarios and operational know-how to help walls feel confident supporting disabled and neurodivergent climbers.

What’s included across the two days:
🧠 Access Sport Disability Inclusion Workshop
📘 NICAS Ascend Induction
🤝 Creating Inclusive Environments Workshop
🧗 Climbing For All (adaptive equipment)

Walls attending will also have the chance to request adaptive equipment sets from Mountaineering Ireland, ready for collection at the workshops.

📍 Foyle Arena, Derry — 27–28 Jan 2026
📍 Dublin Climbing Centre — 29–30 Jan 2026
⏰ 10am–4pm • Max 12 participants

🎟️ Bookings now open: https://nicas.co.uk/ireland-workshops-2026/
(or hit the link in our bio)

Questions? Drop us a message or email hello@nicas.co.uk.

10/12/2025

🍂 Autumn Mists Wellbeing Walk 🌿

Join us for the final walk in the Autumn Mists series at Castle Caldwell Forest!

📅 Sunday 14 December 2025
🕚 11am-1.30pm
📍 Castle Caldwell Forest
💰 FREE

Reconnect with nature, reduce stress, and enjoy the rich heritage of Castle Caldwell Forest with Walk Leader, Paul Kellagher from Accessible Adventures Ireland. This inclusive event is suitable for all abilities, with tailored activities to ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported.

Supported by the Public Health Agency through the Clear Project.

For more information and to book your ticket visit https://bit.ly/49CDbNo 📱💻

Accessible Adventures Ireland Fermanagh Lakelands Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Discover Northern Ireland European Geoparks Network Global Geoparks Network