Coastal footpath to transform into joint cycleway

Work to widen a pavement and convert it into a route for pedestrians and bicycles on Withernsea's seafront will go ahead in March.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is spending £124,000 on extending the path in Seathorne by cutting into the grass verge and making it 3m (9.8ft) wide.

The authority said the scheme aims to promote sustainable travel by improving conditions for both walkers and cyclists.

The project is due to begin on 3 March and is expected to take around five weeks to complete.

The path will be closed and diversions put in place while the work is being carried out.

Councillor Paul West said: "I'm pleased we can widen this popular seafront route to include enough space for both cyclists and pedestrians."

Residents will still be able to access their homes during the work.

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