I, along with many others in our village, depend on the annual Long Course Weekend event for business and support of our community. The recent route change, led by Mr. Chris Williams, has excluded our village from the course - one of its biggest hotspots, and it's a huge blow to our local economy. It's an unfortunate change in a time when we're already grappling with tough circumstances.

Our village hosts numerous businesses and a number of Airbnb rentals, all significantly benefiting every year from the influx of visitors and participants alike. The Long Course Weekend is more than a two-and-half-day event; it's a lifeline for our village economy.

Our call is simple: Restore the original route. Let's ensure that this year's Long Course Weekend is an event for all, pulling communities together rather than pushing them away. Signing this petition is a step towards a fair arrangement that benefits us all.

We collectively urge the authorities to reconsider this route change. Let's restore the original route and sustain the vibrance that this event brings to our village. Sign this petition and support our plea.