A new shared pedestrian and cycle route linking Anagh Coar and Pulrose to the town centre is now officially open for use.

It is part of the government’s Active Travel Strategy, which is aiming to encourage people to stay active and safe while protecting the environment.

The newly-surfaced path runs for 400 metres alongside the edge of Pulrose golf course and will become part of a network of cycle lanes joining the west of Douglas to the main central route on Peel Road.

An opening event was recently attended by members of the government’s Active Travel steering group, Douglas councillors and contractors.

Minister for Education, Sport and Culture Dr Alex Allinson said: ’This facility helps set the benchmark for future provision, ensuring we consider not just the access to our towns and schools, but provide children and families with the tools to make healthy and safe choices.’