Local Life - Wigan - March 2022

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Parking Crackdown
A camera car will be used to enforce a Red Route Clearway
to stop parking problems at Fairy Glen in Appley Bridge,
frequently named as one of the UK’s most popular spots
for day-trippers.
Lancashire County Council’s cabinet are introducing
the clearway to stop parking across the entire width of
the highway, including the pavements and grass verges
at the beauty spot. Fairy Glen has seen huge numbers
of visitors, especially in the past two years, with many
people visiting from outside the area.
County Cllr Edwards said that the red route measure was
designed to “discourage inconsiderate parking, remove
the potential damage that can occur on footways and
verges and keep the route clear of potential visual
obstruction due to parked cars”.
Cllr Edwards explained how the council would ensure
that visitors stick to the rules.
“With these red route clearways, we can enforce them
by a camera car, where we have these available. A car
just needs to drive down the road and [penalty charge
notices] will be captured as part of the journey – so
it’s much more efficient and something we would be
[looking] to implement further across the network in the
future”.
Aside from a lay-by opposite, Fairy Glen has no dedicated
parking and the large numbers of cars parked along
grass verges on the A5209 between Parbold and Appley
Bridge has raised serious safety concerns for visitors for
and other traffic on a busy road.
Head over Heels
If you fancy learning your bridge from your backwards
walkover, then have a look at the adult gymnastic classes
at Wigan & Ashton Gymnastics Club.
The classes are aimed at everyone over the age of
13 and all abilities are welcome, with structured and
unstructured classes available on request.
The classes take place at the gym on Richard Street in
Ince (WN3 4JN) every Thursday between 8.30-9.30pm.
Your first session is free and £5 per session thereafter,
with discounts for block booking. For more information
or to book your space please contact the gym on 01942
568 440.
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