Plans to develop a cycling and walking route between Newton Abbot and Kingsteignton are to go on show to the public today (March 29th).

Devon County Council is holding an exhibition at Old Forde House, Brunel Road in Newton Abbey from 14:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT with members of the public invited to see and give their thoughts on the proposal.

The Connect 2 project is aimed at addressing the lack of walking routes and cycling paths linked to the north bank of the River Teign, with plans to extend the path to reach Teignmouth.

It will include a new link from Hackney Marshes to the River Teign and will be approximately 2.5km long.

Councillor Stuart Hughes, cabinet member for highways and transportation, said that the exhibition is a chance for local people to have a say on plans for the area.

“This is a great opportunity for people to comment on what I’m sure will be a great asset for the area. I hope it will encourage more people to cycle and walk, whether that is in their leisure time or on their journey to work or school,” he added.

Dunnet Head Centre and Educational Trust in Scotland recently revealed it is hoping to win support for a new walking route on the country’s far north coastline.