Primary 7 pupils from Carnoustie’s Burnside Primary School made a beeline to Barry Links recently to play their part in supporting active travel in the area.
The children sowed wildflower seeds and created a log pile bug hotel, which will provide a boost to wildlife and be an attractive addition to the National Cycle Route 1 in Carnoustie, which is currently being upgraded.
Assisting the children was their Acting Depute Headteacher, Simon Corrie; Craig Boath, Carnoustie Golf Links’ Head of Sustainability, and his colleagues Eva Ech-Chilali, Jodie Docherty; and Paul Downie, Angus Council’s Active Travel Officer.
The wider programme of work comprises of a 450-metre stretch of path between Barry Links and Carnoustie Golf Links practice area and is the first in a series of measures to improve sections of the National Cycle Network in Carnoustie.
Section 1 is supported by funding from the Scottish Government, administered through Sustrans Scotland’s Network Development Fund, and with the support of Carnoustie Golf Links.
It is aimed at improving access for walking, wheeling, cycling and equestrians between Barry Links and Carnoustie Train Station and comprises of a re-routing of National Cycle Network Route 1, resurfacing and drainage works and new lighting to enhance safety and security.
Integral to the project has been the careful consideration of environmental factors, including recycling materials, flood prevention and planting native wildflowers to help to create healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
Work started in September, with phase one nearing completion.
Neill Malone, Senior Network Development Manager at Sustrans Scotland, said: “We are delighted to see phase one of this section of National Cycle Network complete that will allow people to safely, walk wheel and cycle all year round.
“The careful consideration of environmental factors, including recycling materials, flood prevention and planting native wildflowers, will help to create healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
“The improvement will reduce car dependence by providing a safe and alternative way to travel. We hope this will give more people, regardless of age or ability, the confidence to make healthier and more sustainable choices for their everyday journeys.”