Beacon Hill traffic closures a positive change

Cyclists and pedestrians more welcome in Victoria park

My husband and I are so delighted with what has been done in Beacon Hill Park. Please keep the park more cyclist and pedestrian friendly.

Dorothy Harvey

Victoria

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