Several years ago, a valued footpath between Willie Snaith Road and Laureate Gardens was built upon, provoking Newmarket Town Council to fight for its return. The path, a direct route for many parents and children, had been used for decades without issue. With the ongoing sale negotiations of the land including the reinstatement of this footpath, the time is ripe to ensure its future as a public right of way.

The footpath served many residents and has an established use over the years. Local regulations suggest that if a way has been used by the public unhindered for at least 20 years, it should be recognized as a public footpath (source: UK's Rights of Way Regulations). Reinstating the footpath will restore an important connection in the community and will ensure the welfare of countless residents who rely on it as a means of safe, pedestrian transport.

By adopting the reinstated footpath as a public right of way, the council can ensure its longevity and upkeep for generations to come. We call for the formal adoption of this path to be recognised as a public right of way. Our community has waited long enough for the return of this footpath. Let's ensure it remains a part of our community forevermore. Sign this petition to make a lasting difference!