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Proposed walking, wheeling and cycling schemes – have your say

Warwick Road cycle route, Kenilworth

Background

We are developing proposals to improve walking, wheeling and cycling facilities along Warwick Road in Kenilworth between Rouncil Lane and Wilkshire Road. The proposed scheme is part of our programme of new cycle routes to enable more people to cycle for short local journeys, helping to tackle congestion, improve air quality, reduce carbon emissions, and support physical activity. The project aims to improve connections between existing residential areas, local sports clubs and the wider cycle network, while encouraging more sustainable travel choices. The new route will help improve connections between Kenilworth and Leek Wootton, as well as links to the town centre, school, train station and onwards to Coventry and the University of Warwick. Further proposals (to provide a cycle route northwards from Rouncil Lane and connections to the Kenilworth to Leamington (K2L) Cycle Route) will be shared on this page when they are available.

Scheme description

The proposed scheme would provide:

  • a continuous shared footway/cycle track along Warwick Road between Rouncil Lane and Wilkshire Road by converting or widening sections of existing footway, verge and carriageway space. This includes a continuous section across the entrance for Kenilworth Cricket Club and Kenilworth Bridge Club.
  • a zebra crossing with parallel cycle crossing across Warwick Road just south of the junction with Rouncil Lane. This would be placed on a road hump to help slow down vehicles, and therefore replace the two speed cushions currently at this location. A new shared footway and cycle track will link around the corner of Rouncil Lane to Suncliffe Drive
  • an inline priority crossing for pedestrians and cyclists at the junction of Newey Drive and Warwick Road. This would be placed on a road hump, to slow down vehicles and provide a level surface for walking, wheeling and cycling.

Proposed footway conversion, road hump and zebra (parallel) crossing, September 2026

Warwickshire County Council proposes:

  • pursuant to sections 65 and 66 of the Highways Act 1980, to convert parts of existing footways on Warwick Road, Rouncil Lane and Suncliffe Drive, Kenilworth into shared use footways/cycle tracks for use by pedestrians and cyclists.
  • pursuant to Section 90A of the Highways Act 1980, to install a road hump (with priority crossing for pedestrians and cyclists) on Warwick Road at its junction with Newey Drive, Kenilworth
  • pursuant to section 23 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, to install a road hump with a parallel crossing for pedestrians and cyclists on Warwick Road, Kenilworth (replacing existing speed cushions), ten metres south of the junction with Rouncil Lane.

A copy of the notice, together with plans showing the lengths of roads affected and a statement of the Council's reasons for making these proposals are below.  These can also be inspected at Shire Hall, Market Place, Warwick, or viewed during normal opening hours at Kenilworth Library, Smalley Place, Kenilworth CV8 1QG and Kenilworth Town Council, Jubilee House, Smalley Place, Kenilworth CV8 1QG (please call in advance - 01926 859155).

Any objections or representations to these proposals, which must be in writing and specify the grounds on which they are made, should be addressed to Alison Kennedy, Communities Directorate, Shire Hall Post Room, Northgate Street, Warwick, CV34 4SP or sent by email to activetravel@warwickshire.gov.uk using the subject 'Warwick Road Cycle Route, Kenilworth'.

Objections, representations, and the name of the objector will normally be treated as public information and may be published. For further information on how Warwickshire County Council processes personal data please refer to the Customer Privacy Notice.

Objections and representations must be sent so as to be received by 28 September 2026.

Have your say

We would like to hear your views on the proposed improvements along Warwick Road. Your feedback will help us understand local priorities and identify any issues that should be considered as the scheme is developed further. Please tell us:

  • Whether you support the proposed scheme.
  • Whether the proposals would make it easier for you to walk, wheel or cycle in the area.
  • Any concerns you may have about the proposals.
  • Any additional improvements you would like us to consider.

Other projects

This scheme forms part of Warwickshire County Council's wider programme of walking, wheeling and cycling improvements across Warwickshire. The aim is to create safer and more attractive routes that enable more people to choose active travel for everyday journeys. Detailed proposals and scheme priorities are set out in the Warwickshire Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan. Making it easier for people to walk, wheel and cycle for short local journeys will also help to tackle congestion, improve air quality, reduce carbon emissions, and support an increase in physical activity.

For more information about this and other active travel projects, please contact: activetravel@warwickshire.gov.uk

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