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Cycling Route Connecting Bowmore and Bridgend

Lucy Dunbar  •  2025-05-07  •  No comments

Proposal code: CONSUL-2025-05-87

To develop a dedicated cycling route that connects Bowmore and Bridgend, enhancing safe and sustainable transportation options for residents and visitors.

Estimated Price

£1,200,000.00

Objectives

  1. Develop Safe Cycling Path: Construct a dedicated cycling path between Bowmore and Bridgend.
  2. Enhance Connectivity: Improve access between the two towns, facilitating easier and safer travel.
  3. Promote Active Transportation: Encourage cycling as a primary mode of transportation for both commuting and leisure.

Benefits

  1. Safety: A dedicated cycling path will reduce the risk of accidents involving cyclists and motor vehicles.
  2. Health: Promoting cycling will encourage physical activity, improving the health and well-being of residents.
  3. Environmental: Reducing reliance on motor vehicles will decrease carbon emissions and traffic congestion.
  4. Economic: Improved connectivity will support local businesses by making it easier for customers and employees to travel between the towns.

Project Timeline

  • Planning and Design (3 months): Detailed planning, securing permits, and finalizing designs.
  • Procurement (2 months): Sourcing materials and hiring contractors.
  • Construction (8 months): Building the cycling path and installing necessary amenities.
  • Testing and Commissioning (1 month): Ensuring the path is safe and ready for use.