A 3D visualisation of what the scheme will look like at Froghall Lane junction, with toucan signalised crossings, wide footpaths, and two-way segregated cycleway linking to Bewsey Street.

Warrington residents are being asked for their views on new active travel plans in the heart of the town.

Tuesday, 9 July 2024
Town Centre |
Transport

The council has launched a consultation on the Bewsey Road Improvement Scheme, which aims to make travel safer and smoother for everyone, including pedestrians and cyclists.

Funded by the government’s Town Deal programme, the Bewsey Road project is part of a complete sustainable travel plan, which is promoting more walking and cycling in and around the town centre.

While the roads and footpaths along Bewsey Road are wide, there is currently no formal cycle way along the road. The scheme will provide a key missing link connecting west Warrington to the town centre.

In November 2023, a CYCLOPS junction was built at Bewsey Road and Lovely Lane. The first of its kind in the town, it improves safety by separating people walking, cycling and wheeling from vehicles. The new Bewsey Road scheme will link this junction with Froghall Lane towards the town centre, with the main features as follows:

  • Two-way segregated cycleway along the majority of the route
  • New pelican crossing adjacent to the business park, connecting to the primary school
  • Raised junctions to provide safe crossings for pedestrians and cyclists
  • Junction improvements at Froghall Lane

You can get involved in the consultation and have your say by:

  • Completing the online survey. All views will be taken on-board.
  • Coming along to one of our consultation events at Whitecross Community Centre, Lexden Street, WA5 1PT and speaking to our team about the plans. These take place on:
    • Wednesday 17 July, 2pm-7pm
    • Saturday 20 July, 10am-1pm

Warrington Borough Council Leader and Cabinet Member for transport, Cllr Hans Mundry, said: "We're committed to making Warrington a town that's more vibrant and accessible for everyone. That means investing in schemes which make active travel a more attractive and convenient option.

“The Bewsey Road Improvement Scheme – with its focus on creating a safer and more connected environment for pedestrians and cyclists in our town centre - is an important part of those plans. We’re keen to hear everyone’s views, so please take part in our consultation by completing the online survey or joining us at one of our upcoming community events.

The consultation runs until Friday 26 July 2024.

For more information on the plans, visit warrington.gov.uk/bewsey-road

15 July 2024