Travel report detailing upcoming actions for BWWCL in the realm of bath activities
The Bath Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Links (BWWCL) scheme, which went out to public consultation last year, has concluded earlier this year. The project, aimed at enhancing active travel within the city, will be delivered in phases.
The first phase of the BWWCL project will focus on the delivery of the City Centre to Kennet & Avon Canal and Weston to City Centre routes. A high-quality segregated cycle path is planned within Royal Victoria Park to create a safe environment for less confident cyclists of all ages and abilities. This segregated cycle path is intended to benefit children and young people learning to cycle and those cycling to school or wheeling to the play area and skate park.
The report, reflecting feedback received from residents, stakeholders, and community groups during the public consultation, indicates that the BWWCL scheme includes 6.2km of new cycling routes across the city. New shared crossings will be implemented as part of the infrastructure improvements connecting the Kennet & Avon Canal tow path to the city centre.
In addition to the cycling routes, the BWWCL scheme also includes multiple active travel improvements. The Oldfield School to Newbridge Hill and Links to Royal United Hospital routes will undergo further design work and community engagement.
Lucy Hodge, Bath & North East Somerset Council cabinet member for sustainable transport delivery, announced plans to connect the Kennet & Avon Canal tow path to the city centre with these infrastructure improvements. Councillor Manda Rigby, responsible for sustainable transport solutions on the Bath & North East Somerset Council, will oversee the project's progress.
Meanwhile, the fourth annual CiTTi Awards will recognise and celebrate achievements and innovations in active travel on 25 November 2025 at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. For more information about the CiTTi Awards, visit www.cittiawards.co.uk.
It is expected that construction for the first phase of the BWWCL project will begin in 2026. However, further information about the UK DfT pledge to create a 3,500 mile national active travel network was not provided.
The BWWCL project is a significant step towards promoting active travel in Bath, encouraging residents to walk, cycle, or wheel for local journeys, thereby reducing carbon emissions and improving public health.
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