Bath & North East Somerset council has revealed its plans for the proposed Bath Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Links (BWWCL) scheme, asking residents for feedback on the proposals.
Comprising of four routes, BWWCL aims to improve active travel options across Bath, creating more than 6.2km of cycling routes through advisory lanes, dedicated spaces and quiet routes.
The BWWCL scheme is part of the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlements (CRSTS) programme, designed to connect key areas within Bath through a network of dedicated cycle lanes, advisory routes and improved pedestrian paths.
It will also provide significant walking and wheeling improvements, such as upgraded crossings and more convenient and safer options.
The four routes included in the scheme are:
- Weston to Bath City Centre
- Links to Royal United Hospital
- Oldfield School to Newbridge Hill
- City Centre to Kennet & Avon Canal
The project would increase Bath’s cycling network by more than 10%, and would see the removal of around 193 on-street car parking places being lost in total for dedicated cycling routes across the areas impacted.
The council stated that BWWCL seeks to rebalance how road space is used across the city by prioritising active modes of transport to reduce congestion and improve air quality.
Before implementing the changes, the council also wants to gather feedback from the community on how these routes will affect residents and businesses as the scheme proposes changes to the allocation of road space.
Deputy leader and cabinet member for climate emergency and sustainable travel, Sarah Warren, said: “We are committed to making Bath a place where walking, wheeling and cycling are safe, accessible, and convenient for everyone.
“The BWWCL scheme is a key part of our ambition to create healthier, more connected communities, but it’s essential that we hear from the people who live and work here.
“Your views will help us ensure that we get the balance right and design routes that work for everyone.”
Achievements and innovations in active travel will be celebrated at the third annual CiTTi Awards, which will be held on 26 November 2024 at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. Visit www.cittiawards.co.uk to learn more about this unmissable event for the UK’s transportation sector – and to book your table!
