The route begins at Oldfield School and goes along Kelston Road before joining the previous route from the RUH.
The designs will be developed in more detail following the public consultation and further technical information being collected. The designs will be subject to further technical approval and funding requirements.
Expand the sections below to find out more about the improvements we are proposing.
We are proposing the following for Kelston Road:
- The existing pedestrian crossing by Oldfield School will be changed to a new Toucan crossing that can be used by those walking, wheeling, and cycling.
- On Kelston Road new segregated cycle tracks are proposed on both sides of the road.
- Between 6 Kelston Road and the Kelston Road/ Old Newbridge Hill junction, the existing speed limit is proposed to be reduced from 30mph to 20mph. This creates a safer and more pleasant environment for walking, wheeling, and cycling.
We are proposing the following for Newbridge Hill:
- Widened footway at the junction with Old Newbridge Road.
- Between Old Newbridge Hill and Evelyn Road new segregated cycle tracks are proposed on both sides of the road.
- On Newbridge Hill the existing zebra crossing near Evelyn Road would be converted to a parallel crossing - which is a dual-purpose crossing where those cycling are separated from people walking.
- Between Evelyn Road to Chelsea Road a new two-way segregated cycle track is proposed on the south side of Newbridge Hill.
- At the junctions between Newbridge Hill and Penn Lea Road, Apsley Road, Evelyn Road, and Rosslyn Road raised tables are proposed improve pedestrian crossing facilities.
An artist's impression of a segregated cycle track, based on our preliminary designs
Who we are consulting with
We want to hear from anyone who has an interest in this area, whether you travel by walking, wheeling, or cycling or not. We want to understand if these proposals will enable people to adopt active travel methods, and whether there are any measures or infrastructure that you think we have missed.
Respond to the consultation online
The consultation is open from Wednesday 16 October 2024 until 5pm on Friday 29 November 2024. You can respond to the consultation using our online form.
Other ways to take part in the consultation
Printed copies of the report are also available to view at each of our libraries, along with questionnaires for you to complete. These can be handed in to library staff. If you have any questions, and need to contact us via phone, please call 01225 39 40 41.
If you wish to email us your comments on the Bath Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Links project please send these to strategic_transport@bathnes.gov.uk
Get an alternative format
If you need the consultation material in an alternative format such as large print, easy read, audio recording, or braille please email strategic_transport@bathnes.gov.uk
Come to a consultation event
We will be holding four consultation events where we will be able to answer any questions you may have about our proposals. The table below shows the details of the events.
| Date and time | Location |
|---|---|
| Monday 4 November 2024, 3pm to 7pm | Locksbrook Campus, The Street, Bath Spa University, BA1 3EL |
| Monday 11 November 2024, 2pm to 5pm | Sydney Gardens Pavillion, Bath, BA2 4DB |
| Tuesday 12 November 2024, 3pm to 7pm | Brunswick Room, Guildhall, Bath, BA1 5AW |
| Wednesday 13 November 2024, 3pm to 7pm | Brunswick Room, Guildhall, Bath, BA1 5AW |
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