Members of the public can have their say on a Suffolk County Council proposal to improve walking and cycling in Sudbury.
The enhancements are being proposed for a section of Melford Road at its junction with Girling Road and Gainsborough Road.
The scheme includes:
- Widening footways to create a cycle way on both sides of Melford Road
- Moving the bus stop north of its current location on the west side of Melford Road
- Installation of tiger crossings – a separate crossing to the existing zebra crossing, which allows for cyclists to cross without needing to dismount
- ‘Copenhagen’-style crossings, which will provide a separate path across the junction of York Road and Beaconsfield Road
- Widening of the triangle island to create more space for pedestrians and cyclists to cross Melford Road and to provide space for planting.
It is proposed to extend the scheme along Girling Street, which public views are also being sought on.
The scheme has been designed to improve connectivity for walking and cycling between residential areas, schools, and the town centre.
Councillor Alexander Nicoll, deputy cabinet member for Transport Strategy at Suffolk County Council, said:
“This scheme seeks to improve the gateway to Sudbury town centre, connecting people with quieter walking and cycling routes through North Street.
“It gives an opportunity to provide a place-shaping project, creating better walking and cycling environments for people to encourage them into our town centres in a low-carbon way.
“We are keen to hear the views of the public which will help us develop the scheme.”
The six-week consultation will run from February 2 to March 16.
Members of the public can respond online, by contacting Suffolk County Council’s on 0345 603 1842 or by emailing [email protected].
