The Nickey Line is a shared footpath / cycleway with walkers, dog walkers , runners and cyclists of all standards. It is also fairly narrow in places.
So we ask everyone to be considerate of other users.
Most people are considerate, of course, but occasionally even the best of us slip!
Here are a few suggestions to help:
As a Walker
- Don’t walk more than 2 abreast if you can
- If you stop to chat, move to one side
- Listen or look out for cyclists or runners – especially coming from behind
- Keep your dog under control, preferably with a short lead
- Pick up your dog’s poo and put it in a bin (dog bin or general waste bin).
As a Cyclist
- Give a warning (bell or polite shout) before you pass people from behind
- Be aware that with some disabilities (or wearing earphones) people may not be aware of such warnings
- Whatever the direction, pass people at moderate speed and at a good distance.
As a Runner
- Give a polite warning shout before you pass people from behind
- Be aware that with some disabilities (or wearing earphones) people may not be aware of such warnings
- Pass them at a good distance.
Everyone
- Don’t litter! Put it in a bin or take it home
- If you have a plastic /paper cup with you, take it home to recycle or crush it before you bin it
- When it's dark, or in dull conditions, make sure you are visible to others. Use lights at night
- Be polite, do thank people who have been considerate and enjoy your time on the Nickey Line!