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Disability North can help you buy and sell disability-related equipment through our regularly updated second-hand equipment listings.
Please note: Disability North provides this information service only and cannot guarantee the suitability, safety, condition, or quality of any items advertised.
A powered sit-to-stand raising aid for easy transfers. In full working condition. Legs open and close to fit around furniture / toilets and under beds. Comes with: 1x removable foot plate, 1x remote control, 1x patient sling, 1x battery, 1x charger. Purchased for £8,500 in 2017. Last full service March 2024.
Price: £1,100
Contact: 07740 343834 (Helen)
New and unused. Bought in December 2025 for £485
Price: £285 ONO
Contact: 07795077767 (Janet)
Li-Tech Spectrum mobility scooter (grey trim)
Bought 30/4/2025 for £1999.99 from CareCo.
Excellent condition, well cared for. Instructions available
Price: £850
Contact: 07773181345 (Jill)
This was originally bought from CareCo just over 1 year ago, and has only been used a handful of times, so it is in perfect working order with 100% battery health.
Price: £900
Contact: 07377658907 (Miranda )
Table for sale
Price: £30
Contact: (Helen helen@hjcriddle.co.uk)
Drive DeVilbriss Healthcare wheelchair. The wheelchair was bought brand new and only used for 3 months.
Price: £140
Contact: (Helen helen@hjcriddle.co.uk)
Travelling shouldn’t be a barrier to independence. We’ve gathered practical advice and links to help you move around the North East and beyond with confidence. These resources can help you plan journeys that work for you, across public transport, accessible taxi services and mobility schemes.
Provides wheelchair-accessible transport, Dial-A-Ride services and community minibus hire across Northumberland and surrounding areas.
Find Out MoreProvides wheelchair-accessible transport, Dial-A-Ride services and community minibus hire across Northumberland and surrounding areas.
Find Out MoreA subsidised taxi scheme for residents who find it difficult or impossible to use public transport due to disability.
Find Out MoreInformation on disabled-person travel passes, eligibility and support for bus, Metro and ferry travel.
Find Out MoreGovernment information on disabled-person eligibility for free or discounted bus travel across England.
Find Out MoreAllows eligible disabled people to lease a new car, WAV or mobility scooter using their mobility allowance.
Find Out MoreStaying active and connected is an important part of living well. Whether you enjoy sports, arts, culture or are looking for a friendly community, there are inclusive opportunities across the North East designed with accessibility in mind. Explore local clubs, creative groups and venues that put accessibility first and support you to get involved in ways that work for you.
North East Warriors Wheelchair Basketball Club, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, is a competitive and inclusive team dedicated to developing wheelchair basketball in the region.
Smile Through Sport was founded to provide the opportunity for disabled people of all ages across the North East to access high quality sport and physical activity.
Accessible pool facilities offering hoists, changing places, quiet swim sessions and inclusive lessons.
Enjoy subtitled, audio-described films and relaxed screenings in an accessible venue.
Northern Stage offers a range of accessibility services and support to help disabled audience members enjoy performances and events.
Sunderland Empire offers a range of accessibility services and facilities to help ensure all visitors can enjoy live performances in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Newcastle Theatre Royal offers a range of accessibility services and facilities to help make theatre accessible to all visitors.
Inclusive cricket sessions for disabled adults and children with adapted formats and friendly coaching.