Wildflowers coming to the new footpath connecting Nutham Lane/Cripplegate Lane/Cedar Drive

The pedestrian improvement works connecting Nutham Lane, Cedar Drive to Cripplegate Lane bus shelter in Southwater have now been completed. The project, carried out by West Sussex County Council, aimed to make walking in the area safer and easier, where many people walk to the bus stop on Cripplegate Lane.

What Changed

• The old woodchip path on Cedar Drive was replaced with all-weather asphalt footway.

• The paths now link Nutham Lane and Cripplegate Lane more smoothly.

• New pedestrian crossings were added to make it safer to cross the roads.

• Existing crossings were improved for better safety and accessibility.

• Walking routes to nearby bus stops became safer and easier to use.
  

Wildflowers around the new footpath

Part of the grass around the new path is being turned into a wildflower meadow, using native British wildflower seeds. Instead of plain mown grass, the area(marked in green on the map below) will now bring colourful wildflowers around the new footpath, that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators and various wildlife, improving biodiversity in the area. Be patient, the flowers will take a little time to grow!