Discover the Benefits of Freedom Boat Adventures Committed to creating Access for all
We offer a service that means whoever wants to join us for our adventures on the River Blackwater can, without any hinderance, due to a fully accessible boat designed to remove all blocks to accessing the boat and using the facilities once on board. Access for all
- Exciting Boat Journeys
- Educational Adventures
- Accessible Fishing Trips
Yearly Running Costs Contributions to our running costs
Making a donation helps the project run smoothly, here is a target for our yearly running costs.
Raised so far £28,700
Total Needed£70,000
Our Customers Feedback
I was lucky enough to grow up on an island, so I've spent most of my life surrounded by water and I can't imagine my life without it. Being on, in or by the sea has fundamentally shaped me as a person; the sea is where I head for exhilaration and adventure and conversely, for thought, reflection and calm.
This project will enable disabled people like myself to enjoy the freedom of being out on the water. It's a feeling that is priceless. Id love to be on its first outing. This project really deserves support
This project will hopefully open doors for so many other disabled people to get out on the water and change their lives as mine has been!
The Mersea Island Festival has been providing new experiences for those with and without a disability since 1981, including rib rides close to shore and sailing trips further out. However, the accessibility to those in a wheelchair and/or with limited mobility has been extremely restricted. The opportunities FBA can bring, regardless of an individual's physical or mental ability, will be a major boost to their confidence and feelings of self-worth.
How to Donate Help us build a great service
The cost of building this unique boat is upwards of £375,000.
As a project embedded within its coastal community, and the support we've had so far, the project has been well supported.
But, to keep the boat afloat, we still need donations to cover the ongoing running costs of this unique project. Please donate now or contact us if you wish to help.
Thank you to everyone who has helped us so far.
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