Pedestrians and cyclists making their way along the National Cycle Network between Newport and Ryde will notice a big improvement at Spencer Road.
Work has just finished on laying a fully-sealed Tarmac surface, creating a safer and smoother surface for pedestrians, cyclists and mobility scooter users along a 200 metre stretch of the route.
Funded by local developer
Costing £11,000, the project was funded from a Section 106 agreement with a local developer.
One local resident has already written to the council to express their thanks, saying,
“This alteration to this point on the coastal path has made a difference to many of the senior residents living close by, as well as those with young children in buggies.”
Bacon: Was one of the weak links in the popular cycle route
Cllr Jonathan Bacon, Cabinet member responsible for Rights of Way, said,
“This section at Spencer Road was one of the weak links in the popular cycle route between Newport and Ryde. The surface was unmade and quite rough and bumpy making it far from ideal for cyclists and walkers.
“The new surface will enhance the experience for all types of users as well as improve safety and accessibility which will be extremely welcome.”
The route also forms part of the coastal path and is a well-used link to Ryde town centre from Binstead (and vice-versa) when also using Ladies Walk.
News shared by Isle of Wight council press office, in their own words. Ed
