Closing Date: 16th August 2024
Location: Redcar and Cleveland
TravelThere is an existing path running alongside the old railway between Nunthorpe and Guisborough. Unfortunately, only people walking on the path can travel between the two towns, as there is a section of the path that cannot be used by people cycling, wheeling or horse riding. There is also a level crossing over the Esk Valley railway line that some people may not feel safe using.
We think there is an opportunity to improve this route and provide a connected route between Guisborough and Nunthorpe Railway Station. We want your ideas on how we can make walking, wheeling, and cycling easier between Guisborough and Nunthorpe. These improvements could also make it better for equestrians using the route.
Tees Valley and Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council are working together to improve connectivity between Nunthorpe Railway Station and Guisborough. Guisborough and Nunthorpe are connected by Middlesbrough Road, a busy dual carriageway which does not have a continuous footway or cycle path. There is a path between Nunthorpe and Guisborough which runs parallel to the old railway line for people wishing to access both towns, the Guisborough Forest and other fantastic outdoor spaces. Unfortunately, the route between the two towns can only be walked by foot and people must cross the train tracks at the level crossing. We want to improve this route and make it accessible to those who might want to wheel or cycle.
A better walking, wheeling, and cycling route between the towns of Nunthorpe and Guisborough is a priority in the Tees Valley Local Cycling and Walking Investment Plan (LCWIP) and is supported by the local community, local councillors, the MP and Mayor.
Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council are already delivering on street improvements between Lyndale, (where there is a link to the old railway path), and Fountain Street in Guisborough Town Centre using transport funding from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund (LUF). Further information on the Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council led section of the scheme is available here.
In partnership with Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, we want to add to these improvements to provide a high quality, accessible and continuous walking, wheeling, and cycling route between Guisborough Town Centre, and Nunthorpe Railway Station, with improved connections from the existing Guisborough Forest Walkway to nearby communities in Guisborough. This will make the route more convenient, safer, and accessible to more people.
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Walking, wheeling, and cycling between Nunthorpe and Guisborough can be difficult. Only people travelling on foot can walk the full route by crossing the train track at the level crossing. This can feel unsafe, but also stops those wishing to wheel or cycle. We have identified transport issues in and around the following locations:
On-road
Off-road path
Here are some opportunities that may help address the issues for people walking, wheeling, and cycling in this area:
These may offer the following benefits:
We recognise that there may be some impacts, these could include:
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