5 reasons as to why the coastal path is essential
1. It could bring in millions of pounds of revenue to the rural economy every year - the South West coast path alone brings in over £300million/year. Find out more here
2. It could create extra job opportunities, particularly in areas hard-hit by the recession
3. It could ease pressure on the health providers as walking is proven to be excellent for health and wellbeing. Find out more here
4. It will benefit many different types of users including walkers, surfers, runners, climbers, equestrians, disabled, day-trippers and many more
5. The coastline is part of our heritage and many people feel a strong emotive connection to the sea and the varied coastal habitats
Resources
Write to your MP (find your MP details here: http://www.writetothem.com)
Download a poster to display
Invite your MP (find details here: http://www.theyworkforyou.com) on a special Ramblers coastal access walk or on a Ramblers Group pre-arranged walk to discuss the issue
Order some campaign kites (see right) by emailing anastasia.french@ramblers.org.uk
Pass on a survey to local businesses who will benefit from coastal tourists
Vote against the scrapping of the path on the government's Spending Challenge website
Back to the main campaign page here
