A planning application has been approved by North York Moors National Park Authority for the first phase of footpath restoration at Roseberry Topping . The landmark is a much-loved local feature in the landscape for the people of Teesside and North Yorkshire . Over the next five years the National Trust and North York Moors National Park hope to deliver a programme of extensive path restoration work for ten paths - a mix of permissive routes and public rights of way - so visitors can continue to enjoy walking there The initial work will be on the main walking route from Newton under Roseberry, from the edge of Newton Woods to the summit, a distance of 416 metres.
This is the priority footpath for repair due to the level of damage, a scar of almost 15 metres in places. Gail Buzzard, General Manager for the National Trust said “For anyone who has lived in Teesside or nearby, Roseberry Topping is a symbol of home. It matters to me that residents and visitors can safely access and enjoy their time walking in the area.
"These repairs mark the start of a series of improvements to benefit all who access nature and enjoy the views from, and of, Roseberry Topping." There will be diversions in place for everyone’s safety and the co-operation of visitors to the area to stick to the designated routes during their walk will be appreciated. Gail went on to say: “I’d like to thank visitors for their patience whilst work progresses, and for their continued support by sticking to the .
