Thurso ‘successful’ paths work is welcomed
Thurso Highland councillor Ron Gunn has welcomed the completion of work centring on two popular footpaths in the town which has made them more accessible by all users.
The resurfacing of the pavement running along the west side of Ormlie Road from Dunbar Hospital to the junction with Castlegreen Road includes new drop kerbs and tactile paving.
The resurfaced riverside footpath at the Mall, running parallel with Janet Street, is meanwhile wider than before while vegetation has been trimmed and the entrance to and from the A9 relocated to the corner of Janet Street.
The path towards the bridge has also been re-tarred and surrounding vegetation trimmed while the footbridge leading to the boating pond has been repaired.
Lybster-based John Gunn & Sons carried out both schemes, which were funded by the Scottish Government’s active travel fund and managed by Highland Council.
Councillor Gunn said: “They have been two very successful active travel projects.”
He was also keen to note the impending start of work to refurbish Gillock Park play area, adjoining Thurso’s caravan and camping site.
