The project page: https://slowways.uk/
As they say, there are many paths in the UK but it can take a lot of research to find long routes that don't leave you on a busy road with no pavement. I hope this project is a success and can't wait to use it.
As they say, there are many paths in the UK but it can take a lot of research to find long routes that don't leave you on a busy road with no pavement. I hope this project is a success and can't wait to use it.
It's a bit scary using this foot path crossing, especially in poor weather or at night. Cars can travel at 70 mph (112 km/h) on this road.
https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.6832617,-1.9031193,3a,75y,...
It's got more of a wooden frame up and down the embankment, a Public Footpath sign and look right / look left warning paint.
It looks like a poor compromise to retain an existing right of way when building or upgrading the dual carriageway.
Translating British for my fellow Americans. Carry on.
What I find more surprising is announcing such a project if there is no result yet, now they get buzz and create disappointment and I don’t see what they gain for it.
The map visible is from the first draft. I don't know why they haven't released the first draft, but it could be that they don't want to release potentially unsafe routes. The pretty website is designed to entice volunteers, which is why "Up for helping us?" is front and centre. It led me to sign up.
The [FAQ page] answers this:
> Slow Ways walking routes – drafted, tested, reviewed and verified by volunteers – suggest the best ways to get between neighbouring towns, cities and villages. Our mapping and routing will show a limited number of paths, making it easier to see and plan journeys.
— curation.
[FAQ page]: https://slowways.uk/frequently-asked-questions/