Endorsements

Community leader endorsements

Name Comment
David Warburton MP
MP for Somerton and Frome
As a devoted cyclist myself I’m enormously keen to support Frome’s Missing Links. There are so many benefits from cycling – not just individual health and fitness, but also the positive impact it has on the environment – and even the local economy. To invest in a better future for all of us, let’s give superb cycling schemes such as Frome’s Missing Links full support and encouragement. I’ll do all I can to see their vision through!
Martin DimerySomerset County Councillor Frome East and Frome Festival Director I fully support the next phase of this wonderful project to extend the cycle and walkway from Frome to Great Elm. The first phase has opened up a delightful area to walkers and cyclists and, by encouraging more exercise, the health benefits will be enormous.
David Heath, CBE
Senior national politician
Former MP for Somerton and Frome
I’m a big fan of cycling and ride my bike from my London base to Westminster as often as possible. I’m very happy to support Frome’s Missing Links project; joining up existing cycle paths can only be good for cyclists, and will hopefully encourage more people to get out their bikes and enjoy the benefit of fresh air and healthy exercise.
Cllr Peter Macfadyen
Cllr Peter Macfadyen
Sustainable Frome
The Town Council’s new strategy places green aspirations and activity right at its core – completing the missing link does precisely this. While I am all for Frome’s independent nature, the time has come for us to join the outside world, and in so doing to bring cyclists and walkers into a very special place.
Dr Mark Vose MB BS, DRCOG, FRCGP, MSc
Dr Mark Vose
Partner at Frome Medical Practice and supporter of Frome’s Missing Links.
The Frome Medical Practice actively supports Frome’s Missing Links. With twenty eight thousand registered patients the practice works alongside Beckington Family Practice to look after the health of the town and has a strong healthy living agenda promoting healthy eating, weight reduction, smoking cessation and exercise. The practice hopes that with this cycle path providing a traffic free corridor into the centre of the town more people will be encouraged to exercise and those with disabilities will find it easier to enjoy outdoor activities.
Neil Howlett
President of Frome & District Chamber of Commerce
President of Frome & District Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber of Commerce endorses the Missing Link project. It will help connect Frome with the surrounding villages and countryside. Frome is a great place to start a cycle ride, or finish one with a refreshing drink and an ice cream.

As a father some of my most enjoyable times have been out cycling with my children, from when they were chatting away in bike seats, through making a small contribution on an extension bike until the times when my son was awaiting for me at the tops of hills. The Sustrans Cycle Routes have offered my children the opportunity to become confident cyclists before taking to the roads, and learn road sense and courtesy in a safe environment, which is why they cycle now. It always seems a shame that accessing those routes from Frome isn’t easier, so more families can cycle from home.

Nick White
Senior local politician
Mayor of Frome (2011-12)
Having previously completed the Frome to Radstock section of the Colliers Way route I totally support the quest to complete the missing cycle way link from Great Elm into Frome. The current section through Vallis is a killer; hence my reluctance to do it again until the proposed missing link is put in place. This is such a worthy campaign and would result in benefits for residents and visitors alike.
Mrs Angela Yeoman, OBE, DL
Mrs Angela Yeoman, OBE, DL
Deputy Lieutenant of Somerset and former Chairman of Foster Yeoman Limited
I have always been a fan of Sustrans and The Trails Trust, I believe that any work that is done getting cyclists and horse riders off of the roads is absolutely essential. I am very keen to support any project of this sort.
Rob Taylor
Rob Taylor
Former Vice Principal, Frome College
Having worked in schools for over 30 years, I have become interested in how to involve more young people in exercise they enjoy. Many do not enjoy traditional team sports and don’t do regular physical exercise. I strongly support Frome’s Missing Links Project as it offers real opportunities for young people to cycle with friends, to get out into the country safely and have fun. It also offers wonderful opportunities for families and people of all generations to take advantage of the beautiful countryside that surrounds Frome.
Malcolm Shepherd
Sustrans Chief Executive Officer
Former Chief Executive Officer, Sustrans
Sustrans started developing the National Cycle Network in 1995. By 2005 10,000 miles had been completed, and now the total is over 13,500 miles. Its success is demonstrated by the fact that over one million trips are made on the NCN every day, a figure which has increased every year since we started counting. The NCN is a vital part of people’s everyday lives throughout the country, and we know there is a need in many places to fill in gaps and enhance routes. We are therefore delighted to be working with Frome’s Missing Links to get more people travelling actively more often.

 

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