Re the nay sayers, organise a meeting with them, say you’d like to address their concerns, be prepared for the worst most pedantic small minded nay sayers so they can’t surprise/disappoint you and patiently talk to them about how it will help separate thrill sealing behaviour, ease pressure on the PROW network, help boost the local economy and any other locally specific needs/issues, talk about clear signage etc… Will look good to the LA making any decisions if such action are taken, even if just as a ‘listening exercise’, and may even (don’t count on it) help address their concerns (which may just be born from naivety and ignorance) and reassure them…
It has been known to happen…
anyway. petition done. good luck!