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From: Accessibuilt list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Pete Leaver
Sent: 12 January 2007 09:31
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Subject: Re: [ACCESSIBUILT] Bredon Gravel

Bredon gravel is traditionally from a single source quarry but generally taken to mean any gravel that is bound by clay, as opposed to limestone dust or resin. It is often seen as the most appropriate surface to use for historic parks restoration, as it was widely used to lay out paths until the advent of macadam surfaces in the 19th century. Well laid and maintained, Bredon gravel will resist surface rutting from car and lorry wheels, but will break down from turning pressure of wheelchair and heavy pushchair wheels. If the surface is regularly rolled and watered (probably daily during the summer on a heavily used site) it would be fine for occasional wheelchair use. We would only recommend it's use in heavily trafficked areas if there were overriding historic reasons and if high levels of maintenance could be assured - for example at a prestige National Trust property.

On 12 Jan 2007, at 08:55, Bracewell, Robert wrote:

Happy New Year All

Can someone educate me in the qualities of 'Bredon Gravel', particularly about it's usability where wheelchairs and pushchairs etc. are concerned? The company trying to lay it as part of their planning application is arguing regarding it's effectiveness for wheelchairs etc., but I remain to be convinced as it isn't resin bonded - as far as I can discover.

Any replies today (sorry the pressure is on here) gratefully received.

Regards,

Rob

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Rob Bracewell BA (Hons)

Access Officer,

Forward Planning Team, 

Planning Services,

Lancaster City Council,

Palatine Hall,

Dalton Square,

Lancaster,

LA1 1PW

Tel. & Minicom. 01524 582372 (please use announcer)

Mob. 07792439623

Fax. 01524 582322

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