Motorcycle Explorer February 2015 Issue 4 | Page 216

When can I access SPTA

SPTA is an extensively used training area . Military training can limit public access and is scheduled throughout the year . For up to date access information contact 01980 674763
The timing and extent of live firing will be given on firing notices displayed in local newspapers or notices . Locally , red flags ( day time ) or lamps ( night time ) warn the public of areas in which live firing is in progress . Please read and abide by local site notices and directions .

Considerations / Issues

The military byelaws were written in 1981 ; a period when greenlaning was in its infancy . Now a popular and more accessible recreational activity , the impact on both the military and PROW network is increasing .
Although the MOD has made considerable investment into the road network on the Plain , just like PROW , some will be harder wearing than others .
Military roads are installed first and foremost to provide an essential network allowing the military to traverse the Plain . We therefore urge greenlaners to approach the use of the Plain in a respectful and sustainable manner , following the good practice guidelines set out in this leaflet , to minimise their impacts . This will ensure SPTA can function as an important military training area whilst remaining an enjoyable location to experience greenlaning .

Useful info / conta

Plain Watch — To report susp please call 01980 674700
MOD Firing times — 01980 6 SPTA Head Quarters — 0198
SPTA Byelaws www . gov . uk / ministry-of-defenc
SPTA Newsletter www . gov . uk / government / publi range-perimeter-path
Wiltshire PROW Map www . wiltshire . gov . uk / commun
Country Code www . naturalengland . org . uk / ou countrysidecode / default . aspx

Endorsements

Green Lane Association ( www Treadlightly ( www . treadlightly- Trail Riders Fellowship ( www . tr Wiltshire Police Wiltshire Council Wiltshire & Swindon Countrysi
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