Work to replace a public aerial walkway at the Great Dell in Royal Victoria Park, opening up some breath-taking, tree-top views, has now begun.
The work is being carried out by Bath & North East Somerset Council.
The walkway was built 20 years ago, but some parts had fallen into disrepair, limiting public access.
A former stone quarry, the Great Dell was designed by influential landscape designer William Beckford and planted out in the 1840s with a collection of unusual and specimen trees, including large north American conifers.
Councillor Martin Veal (Conservative, Bathavon North), Cabinet Member for Community Services, said: “This project will once again allow full access to the Dell, with its breath-taking views.
“This is part of our plans to help restore the original vision for the site as an important local arboretum.”
Work is expected to take two months and some areas will need to be closed during this period.
Please do not enter fenced areas and please follow any advice from our contractors to stay safe.
Councillor Andrew Furse commented: “The Great Dell is used and loved by many local residents.
“Only this morning did a local resident say how excited he was that work has started to re-introduce the walkway.
“Although delayed, I am pleased that work has now begun as this formed a specific item in our last Lib Dem budget.
“It was part of a package delivering enhancements to Royal Victoria Park; to picnickers with the barbeque area and tables, to skateboarders with the forthcoming renovations and to lovers of the Great Dell.”
