Walking

Walking and 'Road-Use'.

Walking should be enjoyable, health promoting, and safe. It should, therefore, be undertaken at an appropriate time, and in an appropriate and SAFE environment or place.

'The powers that be' should NOT, under any circumstances try to dictate when or where people should walk... the usual method used by local councils is to try to make it totally impossible to use a car, or not to provide reasonable parking areas, or to make parking too expensive.

This is in every aspect counter-productive.

There is a time and place for walking, and different modes of transport [other than the car] ... and a large percentage of the general public know what is right for them... and resent the big brother attitude of 'we know what is best for you'.

Walking should be for relaxation and enjoyment, whether it is to walk a dog [whether your own or for an elderly friend or neighbour], view the scenery, or just for the pure health benefits.

It is very rarely a suitable way to travel to work [due to weather constraints], or to do the weekly food shop [due to the weight of the shopping, and the difficulty of carrying numerous bags]. I always think those who advocate this should be made to act as a 'carrying machine' for a family of at least three for a month!

Enjoy your walking... but only do it in safe areas, in well lit streets, and preferably not alone... safety first.