Clearing a Path

At the work party last Wednesday 28th August we spent a lot more time clearing some of the grass blocking the path from the bridge uphill towards the pylon, then down to the path alongside the allotments. This is usually cut by the South Gloucester mowing team but unfortunately their mowing machine is still out of order. We can't just leave the grass because it will fill up the paths and open areas. So, we got the scythes out again and started to mow and rake.

This is looking down the path towards the bridge ...

... and this is looking back up the path from the bridge. You can see how the grass and other vegetation is encroaching over the path.

We began with the section from the bridge leading up to the meadow area. Chris, Mike and Eric opened up this bit and access is now much easier for walkers.

Next door, further up the path, Lorraine, Peter, Alan R and Dendy are making progress ...

... and getting closer to the top of this slope.

Meanwhile, Erika has forged on ahead and is making good progress.

After a morning of hard work the path to the bridge is clear ...

... and we nearly reached the pylon. More to be done but that will keep for another day.