Bristol to Bath Railway Path - travel advice

As part of the Cycling City project street lighting is being provided to on the Bristol to Bath Railway Path. Works have been on site between Alcove road and Staple Hill Tunnel since January 2010.

Due to the cold weather in January and February, and the diversion of contractors nationwide to remedial works, the scheme has suffered a modest delay into March. To speed up the works, Bristol City Council's contractors will be working on the next two Saturdays between 7.30am and 3pm.

The council are aware that many people, including families, use the path for leisure rides at the weekend. The city council will ensure that the path can be kept open as much as possible during this time. Where works are taking place the path will be narrowed so that contractors have a safe operating area.

There are diversions available by road, but they are not recommended for families with young or inexperienced children. At important times cyclists will be asked by the contractors to wait for a short period whilst lighting columns are being lowered into place.

This news item has been taken directly from Bristol City Council's website.