Disabled people who use a wheelchair in everyday life or who would use one for sport are urged to complete the survey, accessible here, before the closing date on May 6.

WheelPower is keen to hear the views of those who do not take part in any sport as well as people who already lead active lives.

The survey aims to find to what extent wheelchair users are involved in sports and physical activities, and to understand any barriers to participation.

It will guide WheelPower’s strategy and put access and inclusion as a priority for national sporting bodies, it is claimed. 

"We’re looking forward to finding out what wheelchair users want from their sports or physical activities," said Chris Turner, WheelPower’s national sport director.

"Every response will help WheelPower work towards making wheelchair sport more accessible.

"This research will also be important in challenging sports bodies and retailers to provide more facilities for disabled people in the future.

"If you’re a wheelchair user, now is the chance for you to talk about taking part and make your voice heard."

Latest figures from Sport England show that four out of five disabled people are currently not active, but seven in 10 want to increase the amount of sport and physical activity they take part in.

WheelPower believes this points to an unanswered demand for more opportunities and ways to enjoy being active.

"This survey is a great opportunity for WheelPower to check in with its audience, and hear their views on sport and being active," said Thomas Smith, Sport England’s senior disability manager.

"Its findings will help WheelPower continue to offer its invaluable service and respond to new trends and behaviour.

"The more completed surveys it receives, the more informed it will be, and I would encourage people to promote and complete the survey."

The research is being carried out on behalf of WheelPower by Rica, an independent consumer research charity.