The towpath between Willington and Burton is in theory safe, short and convenient to reach Burton. However, it is very bumpy and not cycleable in summer, and impossibly muddy in winter. Last year East Staffordshire District Council cooperated with the Canal & River Trust to resurface the towpath from the Dove Aqueduct through to Branston on the west of Burton and it is now in excellent condition. But the two miles in Derbyshire, from Willington to the aqueduct remains in poor condition. Resurfacing this would make the full length into Burton very convenient and safe, avoiding the dangerous A38 and the impractically long and hilly route via Repton/Newton Solney. Ideally you would also resurface the shorter section from Willington through to Mercia Marina, since much village foot traffic uses that section as well.
Started by: Andrew Denny
This ePetition ran from 02/02/2025 to 21/03/2025 and has now finished.
One person signed this ePetition.
“This petition received one signature and was referred to Highways.Hub@derbyshire.gov.uk