A NEW footpath has been put in alongside a busy A-road to help give safer walking access to people.

The foothpath alongside the A3057 at Fullerton, between Stockbridge and Andover, was unveiled last week after being installed thanks to grants from Hampshire County Council (HCC) and Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC).

Sean Hutton, chairman of Wherwell Parish Council, said “Getting a path in this location has been on the parish council’s wish list for a long time, and we are delighted that it has finally happened.

"The new path links with existing footpath 501, and then the Test Way, giving safe access to Chilbolton, and the wider community. We thank our county and district councillors for helping to secure the funds, and the contractor, EPW Construction Ltd.”

The path was officially opened by HCC Councillor Andrew Gibson and TVBC Councillor David Drew.