Key to walk grades

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Walk Grade Gradient Barriers Path surface and width
Walks for All
Flat with regular rest areas. Maximum gradient
8
No stiles, gates, steps or physical barriers. Firm surface. For example;
tarmac, concrete, bound stone or mown grass. Minimum path width of 1.2 metres.
Easy
Flat/Gentle hills with short gentle slope.
Maximum gradient:
12.5
At least one set of steps or one gate with a minimum width of 1 metre. Firm surface with no minimum width. For example; tarmac, concrete, mown grass, compacted earth or small loose stones. Loose stones mainly less than 20mm.
Moderate
No more than 2 steep hills Maximum gradient:
25
At least one stile, one set of steps or one gate with no minimum width. Any surface with no minimum path width. Uneven surface, could change depending on weather conditions.  
Strenuous
More than 2 steep hills
Maximum gradient:
25-a
At least one stile, one set of steps or one gate with no minimum width. Any surface with no minimum path width. Uneven surface, could change depending on weather conditions.  

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