Rugby Road cycle route, Binley Woods
Background
We are developing a new cycle route on the A428 Rugby Road in Binley Woods to help people cycle safely for everyday journeys in and around the local area.
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.
It is anticipated the scheme will be built in early 2024. The new route will help improve connections between Binley Woods and Coventry.
The scheme will be funded by the National Highways Designated Funds Scheme.
Scheme description
The existing footway falls below current guidelines for the provision of a shared footway/cycle track and does not provide good access for disabled users or parents/guardians with pushchairs.
The proposed scheme will largely involve the widening of the existing footway into a shared footway/cycle track along Rugby Road between A46/A428 junction and Oakdale Road. The proposed section is approximately 250m in length and 2.5-3.0m wide. This will be achieved by reclaiming land within the highway boundary and relocation of street furniture. It may also involve the removal of small areas of grass verges and some vegetation.
We are also proposing a road hump across the access to Greens Home & Garden.
These measures (road hump and shared use footway/ cycle track) will be subject to advertisement of relevant notices over the coming months.
Scheme plans and notices will be available on this page soon.
Have your say
More information will be made available here shortly, including a date for a drop in event in Binley Woods.
Other projects
The Binley Woods connections are part of a wider programme to improve and extend the networks of walking and cycling routes in and around Warwickshire’s towns. The aim is to create a safe and attractive environment for walking, wheeling and cycling, so that they become the natural choices for shorter journeys and outdoor recreation in Warwickshire. Detailed proposals and scheme priorities are set out in the draft Warwickshire Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan.
Making it easier for people to walk 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 Binley Woods connections and other walking and cycling projects, please contact tpu@warwickshire.gov.uk.