Ridgeway path in Thamesmead has reopened following improvement works.

The path gives pedestrians and cyclists a better route between Cory Bridge and Sporting Club Thamesmead as the old grass track has been surfaced over.

Glowing discs have been installed to mark the edge of the path for the evening, and there is a access ramp to Southmere Park.

Bexley’s cabinet member for regeneration and growth, councillor Linda Bailey said: “The work to Ridgeway path has greatly improved accessibility for users, offering a useable route between north and south Thamesmead. We hope that all residents, on bike or on foot, enjoy using the path as means to get out and explore the borough all throughout the year. Thanks to the support from our partners, the Ridgeway is now a much safer and usable connection.”

The work was paid for by Thames Water, Bexley Council and Peabody.

Peabody’s director of Thamesmead landscape & placemaking, Dr Phil Askew said: “The Ridgeway Path is a superb link that connects places that would otherwise be difficult for cyclists and pedestrians to visit. We hope the renewed surfacing and connections will encourage residents and visitors alike, to explore the unique landscapes of Thamesmead.”

The Ridgeway runs for three and a half miles from Plumstead Station in the west to Crossness Pumping Station in the east. It is built on top of the Victorian engineered Thames Water sewer pipe, the Southern Outfall Sewer.