Mobility scooters and wheelchairs
To help keep residents and visitors on the move, we operate a Shopmobility scheme in Scunthorpe.
After joining us as a member, anyone with a mobility problem can hire a wheelchair or mobility scooter for free, although donations are very welcome.
Wheelchairs can also be hired on a weekly basis for £10, with a one-time refundable deposit of £50 should the wheelchair be returned in a good condition. Please note: all payments must be made in cash.
Please note that we are unable to supply wheelchairs that are suitable for children.
Shopmobility wheelchairs are also available at Ashby, Brigg and Crowle Community Hubs for day use during their working hours. Contact the relevant Hub for details.
The pre-booking of scooters and wheelchairs is highly recommended. Please call Shopmobility on 01724 297000 (option 5, then option 5 again) to book your vehicle.
Register for Shopmobility
All applicants must visit Shopmobility to register for the service and to complete an assessment before they are allowed to use the equipment.
Assessments are carried out by appointment on Wednesday and Friday.
Shopmobility is located on the ground floor of St John’s Market. Parking is available on the ground floor of The Parishes multi-storey car park on Fenton Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6QX. Two hours of free parking is available and parking is free after 2pm. Blue badge holders may park for free at all times.
Please call Shopmobility on 01724 297000 (option 5, then option 5 again) for a staff member to bring a scooter across to The Parishes multi-storey car park.
There is a maximum weight limit of 25 stone for use of the scooters and 16 stone for wheelchairs. Most of the scooters have a weight limit lower than 25 stone.
Opening times
Tuesday to Friday: 8.30am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 3.30pm
Saturday: 9am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 3.30pm
Scooter/wheelchair hire times
Tuesday to Friday: 9am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 3pm
Saturday: 9.30am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 3pm.