Clonakilty Access Group was first started back in 1997.  The group which has members both disabled and able bodied.

The main purpose of the group is public awareness which is our top priority.  Awareness in the sense that life can be very difficult for people who are not physically mobile.  That could also be mothers with young children in prams, old people etc., who encounter everyday obstacles in buildings with steps leading into narrow corridors, toilets which are inaccessible, sandwich boards in the footpaths - which can be hell for the visually impaired.  All these things seem trivial to a lot of people but for those of us who are not as agile as others it can make life very difficult. 

Another reason for the setting up of the Access Group is to advise people who are building or renovating houses that the house or office etc. should be made accessible to people who are physically challenged.