Chesterfield & District Shopmobility

Chesterfield and District Shopmobility is a local registered charity that loans mobility scooters, powerchairs and manual wheelchairs so that people with limited mobility can get around Chesterfield town centre and the surrounding area. It is part of the national Shopmobility network and is run for the benefit of residents, shoppers and visitors rather than as a commercial retailer.

The service is based at New Beetwell Street in the centre of Chesterfield, with accessible free parking available while equipment is in use. Members can hire a 6 to 8mph community scooter, a 4mph boot scooter that splits to fit in a car, a powerchair or a manual wheelchair. Equipment can be borrowed for a few hours, a day, or on a short or longer-term basis for holidays, weekends or special occasions.

Access is by annual membership, which includes insurance for the equipment, with a small daily or weekly charge on top. Booking ahead is recommended, particularly for longer hires, and trained staff and volunteers give guidance and safety instructions to anyone new to a scooter or powerchair. The charity also runs a Buddy Service offering driving tuition for new users, and provides servicing, battery testing and RADAR keys.

For anyone who finds walking around the town centre difficult, the scheme is a practical way to stay independent while shopping or visiting Chesterfield. The team can confirm current membership and hire charges, available equipment and opening times by phone.

At a glance

• Type: registered charity and Shopmobility network member
• What you can borrow: community and boot mobility scooters, powerchairs, manual wheelchairs
• Access: annual membership (includes equipment insurance) plus a small hire charge
• Also offers: Buddy Service tuition for new users, servicing, battery testing, RADAR keys
• Where: New Beetwell Street, Chesterfield town centre, with accessible free parking

Frequently asked questions

What is Chesterfield and District Shopmobility?

It is a local registered charity that hires out mobility scooters, powerchairs and manual wheelchairs so people with limited mobility can get around Chesterfield town centre and the surrounding area. Trained staff and volunteers provide guidance and safety instructions.

Do I need to book in advance, or can I just turn up?

Booking is recommended, especially for short-term, long-term or holiday hire. It is best to call ahead to reserve the equipment you need and check availability.

Is there a charge or membership to use the service?

Yes. Access is by annual membership, which includes insurance for the equipment, with a small daily or weekly hire charge on top. The team can confirm the current rates when you contact them.

What equipment can I borrow?

You can hire 6 to 8mph community scooters, 4mph boot scooters that fit in a car, powerchairs and manual wheelchairs. The charity also offers battery testing, servicing and RADAR keys.

Where are they based and what are the opening hours?

They are at 1 New Beetwell Street, Chesterfield, S40 1QR, with accessible free parking while you use the service. Opening days vary, so it is best to phone on 01246 559331 to confirm current hours before visiting.