Boardwalk

From GPG

Boardwalks are generally built to provide a raised surface over a wet or sensitive area of ground. They can built to virtually any width and are suitable for most footpath users but can become slippery especially in shady or tree covered locations, and will have a limited life span depending on the quality and treatment of the timber.

Boardwalks are not appropriate for bridleways, and cannot cope with the weight of cattle walking on them.

Details of how to build a boardwalk can be found in the BTCV manual which gives designs, construction techniques and other useful information.

Boardwalks are often used to facilitate access to sensitive habitats, for example Northumberland National Park has a 220-metre public boardwalk as part of a bog restoration programme at Bellcrag Flow, near Wark.