Site speed limits

Posted on 18/09/2023 09:19 by eyebrowsb

Regarding the hammer incident, yes it was a club site.  It was reported and action was taken by both the club and police.  So no worries there.  I only mentioned it as it was an example of speeding and a clear lack of knowledge by the driver.  Pedestrians and dogs have priority on all site roads.

I agree that wardens do regularly speak to budding Louis Hamilton's and I'm in no doubt it has some effect, but as you say you don't see everyone and only the worst offenders will be reported to you.  Yes I'm sure flashing signs will be ignored in time, but if that is the case then surely all other signs will suffer the same fate.  Most sites have numerous signs both on the side of the road and painted on the road,  but they only seem to have a limited effect.  A flashing sign does have a positive effect.  It can be temporary and moved to different parts of the site.  It will also give true data on the speed people are going and be educational to drivers.  I'm sure most do not speed intentionally and are decent law abiding citizens.  All they need is a visual prompt and they will slow down, without the uncomfortable bumping over numerous speed bumps.😁

 

Posted on 18/09/2023 21:09 by Takethedogalong

I don’t think I would be happy having a flashing light going on and off next to my pitch.🤔

Posted on 19/09/2023 08:10 by eyebrowsb

But you don't mind constant traffic speeding past your pitch?  I'm sure the sign could be sited in places not to cause annoyance.  After all it would be there to enhance your peaceful enjoyment of your pitch not the other way around.

Posted on 18/09/2023 21:44 by Tinwheeler

One thing I know for sure and that’s the fact that the issue won’t be resolved by thrashing it to bits on this forum.

Have you contacted the club directly with your suggestion, Eyebrows? It’s the way to go, in fact, the only way to go 👍🏻

Posted on 16/09/2023 20:37 by eyebrowsb

On all sites the speed limit is 5 mph.  I have seen people doing nearer to 30mph and many somewhere in between.  I suggest that the club put up speed radar signs similar to many I see entering tows and villages.  

These cost less than £1000.  The club could buy a few and rotate around the site network.  1 month on a site then move to the next.  From my observation very few are doing 5 mph and a display will educate a good few members and possibly save the life or serious injury of a child or dog.  Yes most if not all sites have speed bumps, and they do slow people down.    But few of us would welcome more speed bumps on site, and they also cost money.  A visible reminder I'm sure would help slow people down.