Upgrade works to the Haswell to Hart walkway at Hesleden

I've received confirmation from the council's countryside team this afternoon that works to upgrade the Haswell to Hart walkway are scheduled to begin tomorrow.

The upgrade is due to take place in the Hesleden area between the former pit heap site and Hesleden and are in part a follow up to my recent enquiries about fencing and security around the site. Please see full details below:

Hello Cllr Crute,

I hope you are well.

I just wanted to make you aware that improvement works to the H–H railway line between the Quarry and Hesleden are scheduled to begin tomorrow. These works will involve resurfacing sections of the route with tarmac, carrying out drainage improvements, and implementing target-hardening measures to protect the path and surrounding infrastructure.

The contractors have advised that the programme is expected to take approximately 2–3 weeks to complete, depending on weather conditions and progress on site. During this period, there may be temporary restrictions or short closures of certain sections of the path, along with the presence of machinery and work vehicles along the route.

I will continue to monitor the works and will provide updates should there be any significant changes to the timescale or access arrangements.