ABSTRACT
The public open spaces that children use, or are expected to use, are predominantly parks, playgrounds, school playgrounds and streets. These networks of open spaces contribute to children's physical, mental and social health by supporting play, walking, cycling, meeting and other activities. Disabled children have not often been part of these mainstream discussions of wellbeing. This chapter reminds the reader that the wellbeing of disabled children and the importance of their access to open space need to be championed to a similar extent as that of non-disabled children. The chapter draws upon the notion of 'Now Being Social', to further explore some of the issues involved in the inclusion of disabled children in outdoor environments. It explores some ways in which 'Now Being Social' can be understood in practice and daily life with respect to outdoor environments that disabled children might use.
