Access to sandy beaches on the Pembrokeshire coast is no longer an impossible dream for wheelchair users thanks to funding from the Welsh Assembly Government. The funding was provided to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority as part of a grant to improve access in the National Park. The chairs have extra large low pressure tyres that don't sink into the sand. Many beaches in the National Park already have ramps and slipways for easy access, so now wheelchair users will be able to get right down to the waterline. Beryl Thomas-Cleaver, chairlady of the Physically Impaired People of Pembrokeshire Association (PIPPA) commented: "This will transform a visit to the seaside for wheelchair users. At long last they'll be able to enjoy going onto the beach". Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority chairman, Clr. Simon Hancock, said: "The introduction of these all-terrain wheelchairs is part of the authority's commitment to make the National Park accessible to everyone. Being able to get right onto the beach will be a great bonus for wheelchair users." Two of the wheelchairs will be kept in North Pembrokeshire, and two at Whitesands. The other chairs will be available from the PIPPA office in Haverfordwest. For further information, contact Karin Morgan at the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority or PIPPA.