People report sometimes they are startled by other users on our shared pathways. Here are some top tips to help make our pathways and roads safer for all.
Keep to the left of the path at all times whether you are walking, running, cycling, scooting or skating.
When passing others let them know you’re there, give them a wide berth, ensure you have enough space to complete the pass and return to the left.
Owners please keep your dog under control around other people (or dogs).
If you meet a friend on your journey or want to stop to enjoy the view or have a breather, please move off the path.
Ensure that other peoples safety is never compromised by the speed you are travelling. Cyclists who want/need to go fast are advised to ride on the road.
Electric mobility scooter drivers should keep their speed moderate and alert pedestrians as they approach.
Be seen - leave your invisibility cloak at home.
It is essential that faster moving path users, such as cyclists and rollerbladers, warn pedestrians before overtaking them.
Calling out or ringing a bell will alert slower path users they are about to be overtaken.
Being startled by faster path users is one of the key issues affecting people's enjoyment of our shared paths.
Drivers are asked not to park on pathways. Having to go round a parked car can create a hazard and, of course, path parkers can be fined or towed.
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