Concerns hedge next to Mile Cross Lane in Norwich is unsafe

Josephine Pye, 85, from Windsor Road, Hellesdon, relies on a scooter for independence because of a painful spinal condition and arthritis.

But the widow, whose husband died five years ago, is concerned that a path next to the 40mph Mile Cross Lane, just before the B&M store, is too narrow for people to pass each other safely.

She believes the solution could be to cut back about five feet of the thorny bush back to a wall to create a safe passing point and has contacted Norfolk County Council about her concerns.

Josephine Pye, on the narrow path next to Mile Cross Road, Norwich. (Image: Denise Bradley)

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Mrs Pye said: "As I drive my mobility scooter it is impossible for me to avoid getting caught up by my clothing. It is also dangerous for a parent and a child in a pushchair.

"The path is so narrow, two scooters cannot pass each other and as that road is so busy it is an accident waiting to happen.

"Anybody in a wheelchair could not use this path. It is definitely not disability friendly."

She uses the footpath several times a week and said it is used by people, including parents with buggies, all day.

Mrs Pye added there could sometimes be four inches between her and 40ft lorries "whizzing past" on the ring road.

But she feared there could be a major incident if someone using the path made a mistake.

The great-grandmother added travelling on that stretch of path was tense and frustrating.

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Shelagh Gurney, Conservative district and county councillor for Hellesdon, said: "I have been and had a look this and informed highways of the complaint.

"They will take the necessary action as usual."

The county council has been approached for comment.