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Little Toe
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Location: Derby
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 Posted: Wed Dec 03, 2008 4:31 pm Post subject: Blakemere Pit on Bonsall Moor, near Matlock, Derbyshire
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As a member of a local Derbyshire 4x4 club, I've received this e-mail today....
| Quote: | Dear Sir,
I am writing to you as the designated contact for your 4x4 club.
Could you please be aware;- and let your members know, that Blakemere Pit on Bonsall Moor (near Matlock) is now closed to 4x4 vehicles.
Whilst this location, a disused quarry, has never officially been a 4x4 venue, there has been a lot of reported use over the last couple of years or so, which has generated numerous complaints from local residents, walkers and horse riders. Many of the complaints have been in respect of the manner of driving of vehicles on the approach roads and country lanes nearby.
The owner of the land has now supplied a statement to the Police, making it clear that currently NO 4x4 clubs or individuals have his permission to use the quarry, and that he will support any Police action against them. It is now the intention of the Derbyshire Constabulary to prosecute any 4x4 drivers found in the quarry.
There is no suggestion that any of the 4x4 drivers using the quarry or driving in an inconsiderate/dangerous manner on the lanes nearby were or are members of your club. This e-mail is simply to advise you and your members of the current situation.
I would be grateful if you could pass this information on to your members, and any other local 4x4 club contacts you are aware of.
PC 306 Martin Jones Matlock Section Safer Neighbourhoods Team Derbyshire Constabulary. |
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Cheers,
Shaun
IBA Member #40051
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StuartL
Just got MTs
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Location: Thatcham, Berkshire, UK
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| Posted: Wed Dec 03, 2008 7:27 pm Post subject:
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| Well done PC 306, and good luck in your quest. It's about time the 4x4 drivers that give our hobby a bad name are given their just dessert.
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