The proposals recommend significant improvements to coastal footpaths enabling a continuous walking route around the estuary from Maplethorpe to the Humber Bridge on the south side, and Humber Bridge to Easington on the north bank.
Dave Parker, Natural England East Midlands area manager, said:
From the south the trail follows major coastal dune systems, saltmarshes and sea defences. It passes Donna Nook – one of the largest seal breeding colonies in the UK – before entering the seaside resort of Cleethorpes, quickly followed by Grimsby with its historical fishing heritage.
The south bank of the estuary moves between intensive industry with chemical works refineries and the ports, to remote flood banks with extensive views over the estuary and its internationally important coastal habitats.
Paul Duncan, Natural England Yorkshire area manager, said:
Starting at the iconic Humber Bridge the route takes in the port areas in and around Hull and the city’s vibrant waterfront area, as well as the more remote estuarine landscape towards the sea.
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