Proposed Pedestrian and Cycling Improvements - Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham
Background
Wiltshire Council is currently in the process of implementing its second Local Transport Plan for 2006 -2011 (LTP2). The Local Transport Plan sets out a number of transport objectives and priorities based on the ‘Wiltshire Strategic Boards’ (WSB). A key objective of the plan to seek and develop integrated transport measures throughout the county which are designed to encourage alternative modes of transport to the motor vehicle such as walking and cycling.
In 2008 following representations made by local schools, parents and residents, Wiltshire Council (formally Wiltshire County Council) agreed to investigate possible measures to improve conditions for both pedestrians and cyclists on Hardenhuish Lane. Consultants ‘Mouchel were subsequently appointed to undertake the necessary data collection and feasibility work and put forward their proposals. The initial proposals were then further developed following discussions with local schools, The Police, Chippenham Town Council, local members and a number of Hardenhuish Lane residents.
What improvements are being made?
A number of proposals have been outlined including improvements to the existing pedestrian crossings, new uncontrolled crossings, new footway links, formalised parking areas and the provision of a ‘shared-use’ footway /cycle way adjacent to Hardenhuish and Sheldon School.
A composite drawing of the current proposals and more detailed plans are available via the links on this page.
Hardenhuish Lane- Chippenham - Composite Drawing 3mb - Hardenhuish
Lane - Outline Design Proposals 12mb
When will the work be undertaken?
The scheme is scheduled to be delivered in two separate phases over two years. The first phase covers the pedestrian improvements with implementation programmed during February & March 2010. Phase 2 which encompasses the cycling improvements is due for implementation during in 2010/11.
Are any further improvements planned?
Wiltshire Council is aware of resident’s ongoing concerns regarding on-street parking issues in Old Hardenhuish Lane. Discussions are currently ongoing with the residents association regarding the possible implementation of waiting restrictions and further information will be made available over the coming months.
As a part of Wiltshire Councils ‘Taking Action On Schools Journey’s initiative and in an effort to relieve some of the congestion issues on Hardenhuish Lane at peak times, consideration is being given to upgrading the footpath link from Sheldon School to the car park (adjacent to Chippenham football club) on the A420 Bristol Road. More information will be available in the future as the proposals are further developed.
How can I pass comment on the proposals?
Email your comments to integrated.transport@wiltshire.gov.uk . Alternatively write to us at the address below.
Contact Details
Email: integrated.transport@wiltshire.gov.uk
Telephone: 01225 713476
Postal Address:
Integrated Transport Team
Wiltshire Council
Department
for Transport Environment and Leisure
County Hall
Bythesea
Road
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JD
Last updated: 8 December 2009