A series of pop-up walking and cycling routes are set to be created in parts of North Somerset, so people can follow social distancing guidelines while out and about.
Clevedon seafront and Nailsea High Street could become traffic-free, as could part of Weston-super-Mare's town centre.
North Somerset Council is looking to change the focus in areas of Nailsea, Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare from vehicle use to pedestrian and cycle use, creating a series of temporary walking and cycling routes.
The move follows the partial easement of the Government lockdown and the need to ensure people can socially distance safely when they are out and about.
As part of the move, Nailsea High Street could be temporarily closed to traffic and other changes made to Clevedon seafront and Marine Parade, as well as Meadow Street in Weston-super-Mare.
In Nailsea the section of High Street from the roundabout opposite Iceland to its junction with the link road could be closed to traffic to give more room for pedestrians. The top end of High Street would remain open to traffic as it is a bus route.
Arrangements would also be made for businesses in the closed section of High Street.
It is expected the changes to Nailsea High Street could come into force in the next couple of weeks.
Changes to the seafront area in Clevedon are currently being drawn up, with details announced in the coming weeks.
In Weston-super-Mare, the council intends to continue with its closure of Marine Parade on the seafront to traffic to reduce pressure on the promenade at busy times.
Signs will go up this week to designate the road for walking and cycling only.
North Somerset Council executive member for transport Councillor James Tonkin said: “We are making these changes for local people to help them stay safe while exercising outdoors.
“Please, if Marine Parade is not one of your regular exercise routes, do not to make unnecessary journeys.
"We are asking everyone to explore around their homes rather than travelling and creating further social distancing problems.”
It is hoped that as well as maintaining social distancing the move to pedestrianise some areas will help aid the economic recovery as more businesses prepare to re-open.
Mr Tonkin added: “Creating more space for walking and cycling will help the economy while allowing local people to socially distance.
"It also gives significant health benefits as cycling and walking improves wellbeing, reduces congestion, improves air quality and reduces carbon emissions.
“We are also looking at other opportunities to improve our walking and cycling networks and hope to announce more in the coming months.”
Funding has been identified from the £250m pledged by government for local authorities to make space for cycling and walking.
Other sites being considered include further busy daily exercise locations, retail spaces and approaches to schools to help support social distancing as lockdown measures are relaxed.
All sites will be monitored to ensure they are effective.
