Footpath: DU106

From St Alkmunds Church to Eyes Meadow

Auditor
SME
Attributes
Is there cane detection at any potential hazards for people with poor sight ? : No
Are the gradients steep? (no more than 1 in 20): No
Are there any single steps?: No
Is the path lit?: Maybe
Comments: Donald Hawley Way unlit. In Eyes Meadow the path is well lit.
Does the path have serious cross-fall gradients / cambers?: No
Is the route suitable for assisted wheelchair users?: Maybe
Comments: Many full road width speed bumps may be difficult to negotiate. Donald Hawley Way has no separation of pedestrians from vehicle traffic.
Is there a footpath sign at the start?: No
Is the path over 1 metre wide?: Yes
Is there cane detection at any potential hazards for people with poor sight ? : No
Comments: Speed bumps may be a potential hazard.
What is the surface made of?: Unknown
Comments: Tarmac on Donald Hawley Way. Pedestrian access around security gates can be uneven and muddy.
Are there large steps? Is it more than 150mm / 6 inches: Yes
Is the surface level and smooth?: No
Comments: Speed bumps can be a hazard. Pedestrian access around security gates can be uneven and muddy.
Is the route suitable for non-assisted wheelchair users?: Maybe
Comments: Many full road width speed bumps may be difficult to negotiate. Donald Hawley Way has no separation of pedestrians from vehicle traffic.
Is there a long slope?: Yes
Comments: Long slope at the end of Donald Hawley Way down to Eyes Meadow.
Are there any wider passing places?: Yes
Photographs
  • Narrow pavement from Makeney Road

    Narrow pavement from Makeney Road

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  • Car Park on Right has good surface and disabled spaces but height barrier

    Car Park on Right has good surface and disabled spaces but height barrier

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  • Car Park on left has pot holes but no height barrier.

    Car Park on left has pot holes but no height barrier.

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  • Donald Hawley Way straight and flat. Full road width speed bumps restricts wheelchair usage Total of 14 to negotiate. No separation of pedestrians and vehicles.

    Donald Hawley Way straight and flat. Full road width speed bumps restricts wheelchair usage Total of 14 to negotiate. No separation of pedestrians and vehicles.

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  • Eyes Meadow speed bump barriers for wheelchairs/scooter. Boulders to negotiate.

    Eyes Meadow speed bump barriers for wheelchairs/scooter. Boulders to negotiate.

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