Greenway crowdfunding success

The Greenway Project steering group for the proposed multi-use route linking Moretonhampstead to Chagford are delighted with a very successful crowdfunding campaign, which raised over £5,000 and substantially increased its supporter base. 

Due to the generosity of local businesses in Moretonhampstead and Chagford, The Greenway Project was able to offer many donors a gift voucher as a thank you.

The crowdfunder will pay for a feasibility study which Sustrans are now undertaking  with the help of the steering group, who together will agree the best route for the new multi-use trail.  Once the route is decided the next stage of fundraising and planning applications will ensue. All being well, the actual digging work will be undertaken by Devon County Council at a later date. 

It’s an exciting time for ‘active travel’.  During the pandemic more people have sought fresh air and exercise. There is enthusiasm for more traffic-free routes to access the countryside and to link rural and urban locations with mainline train stations such as Okehampton. There is increased funding from central and local government for these routes but the dedication to see them happen comes first from local communities.  For the latest news find The Greenway Project on Facebook.