IF YOU would you like to adopt a path in your local area and volunteer your time to help with its upkeep, the local authority would like your help.

This would be ideal for people who regularly walk a path, and enjoy getting out and about.

Ceredigion County Council is launching its Adopt a Path Scheme in the county, to increase public knowledge, use and enjoyment of the path network throughout the county.

The council wants to hear from residents who walk or ride on paths on a regular basis, so that they can help the council and report any problems or obstructions, as well as helping with minor maintenance like cutting back vegetation to keep the paths accessible for other users.

Russell Hughes-Pickering, who is Head of Performance and Economy at Ceredigion County Council, said: “In addition to highlighting the availability of the paths for walkers, cyclists and horse-riders, the scheme will also seek to create greater local involvement in looking after paths, and in so doing providing a sense of ownership for those who use and enjoy them the most.”

If you have some spare time and can help inspect the paths and help with their upkeep to ensure their condition for the community, the council would love to hear from you.

Call Eifion Jones, Ceredigion County Council Public Rights of Way Officer on 01545 572 315 or email [email protected]

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