Project Title:

Stonehaven Path Development

Description:

To develop detailed path specifications for the coastline south from Stonehaven

Objectives:

To contribute towards the development of the Stonehaven Path Network, for locals and visitors,

Demonstrate the importance of well managed and promoted paths to a sustainable community.

Good practice in sustainable path specifications and management of rural paths.

Process/Stages:

Historic:  The Stonehaven Path Network Feasibility Study (2003) identified the need to improve coastal path links south from Stonehaven. In 2006 the path from Stonehaven to Dunnottar Castle fell in to a state of disrepair and was not fit for purpose. Strong community and political support for restoring this path and to extend it south came through the core path planning consultation exercise.

May 2007: Brief  prepared and put out to tender

June 2007:  Conserve, specialist path contractors were appointed and Health and Safety document produced.

July 2007: Study completed with involvement of community stakeholders and local landowners.

Outcomes/Results:

·         Completed study

·         Costed and scheduled programme of works identified

Outputs

The completed study

• Maintenanace schedule
• Bill of quantities
• Summary of bill of quantities
• Indicative Costs
• Survey Sheets
• Specification Drawings

Learning Points:

• Appreciation that sustainable path construction methods reduce future maintenance costs
• Health and Safety responsibilities of the Council with regard employing specialist consultants to work in potentially hazardous locations.
• Long lead in time regarding land agreements

Contact Information:

Craig Stewart, Environment Planner (Projects), Viewmount, Arduthie Road, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, (tel 01569 768288).