Paths that can be used by walkers, cyclists and horse riders are
on the increase and so is the number of people using them, so Bath
& North East Somerset Council is encouraging everyone to follow
safety tips.
The paths, known as shared or multi use routes, are many things
to many people. They can serve as integral commuting routes, a
quick link between nearby communities, attractive leisure areas and
important wildlife corridors.
Everyone has equal priority to use the paths and the Council is
asking people to look out for and be considerate to others.
Helpful safety tips include:
1.) Move over and allow space for those wishing to pass you
2.) Give warning of your approach and pass others slowly and
carefully
3.) Remember to use verbal warning when passing horses
4.) Use lights or wear bright clothing when necessary
5.) Do not use these routes to train horses and riders
6.) Keep dogs under control at all times
7.) Clean up after your dog
8.) Do not drop litter
9.) Respect the privacy of landowners
10.) Do not trespass on privately owned land
11.) All motor vehicles are prohibited.
There are a number of shared use paths across Bath and North
East Somerset, including sections of the following
routes:
- Bristol and Bath path between Brassmill Lane, Bath and Avon
Lane, Saltford.
- Norton Radstock Greenway between 5 Arches and the
Greenway Bridge at Sation Road.
- Colliers Way between Whitelands Hill, Radstock and Braysdown
Lane.
- Colliers Way between the boundary of Radstock Regeneration
site and Mells Yard.
- Chew Valley Lake on the south side at Herriots Bridge and on
the west side at Herons Green.
Other off-road, shared routes for pedestrians and cyclists in
the area include the Riverside Path, Bath, and the Kennet and Avon
tow path, plus further sections of the Colliers Way and Norton
Radstock Greenway.
If you would like to give your views, please contact Council
Connect on 01225 394041 or email CouncilConnect@bathnes.gov.uk
