PETERSFIELD students have been praised for helping lay new paths around The Heath to make it easier for visitors to enjoy the beauty spot.
Third year students from Churcher’s College, and Friends of Petersfield Heath, laid more than 20 tonnes of Cotswold Grit to widen and level existing paths, which had become badly eroded.
Petersfield Mayor James Deane braved wind and rain to open the improved paths parallel to Sussex Road.
Cllr Deane thanked the Friends of Petersfield Heath, and David Burstall, who organised the volunteers.
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Headed by staff member, head of philosophy and religion Tony Ostersen, the students gave their time as part of Churcher’s College Community Action Service, which to date has funded path improvements to the tune of £8,500.
The restored path will make pushchair and wheelchair access easier and reduce the chance of accidents.