Your feedback matters
As part of our Climate Emergency Strategy and Action Plan (2022–2025), we conducted a resident survey on walking and cycling. The results highlighted the need for an assessment of the practicality of existing and new cycle and walking routes, the role of active travel in shaping the Local Plan, and opportunities for government funding.
To gain a clearer understanding of active travel in the district, we commissioned Stantec to carry out a district-wide study.
Learn more about Active Travel here.
The proposals
This study is shaped by resident feedback and aims to assess the current cycle network, identify areas for improvement, and develop an infrastructure plan that makes walking, wheeling, and cycling safer and more accessible.
This consultation focuses on three key components:
- Project Report – A detailed analysis of data and methodology used to draft the network.
- Desired Network Map – Key connections between important destinations, with routes grouped into North, Central and South destinations for active travel.
- Potential Route Alignments & Improvements – A broad list of existing and potential new routes for future assessment and consultation.
Please note: These proposals do not commit the Council to delivering all (or any) of the routes. They represent an early-stage vision to support funding bids, feasibility work, and further engagement with local communities and landowners.
View the report, network and route improvements
Why we need your views
Your feedback is vital to help shape a realistic and inclusive active travel strategy. By telling us about your travel habits and commenting on the proposed routes, you can directly influence how we design better, safer, and more accessible options for walking, wheeling, and cycling.
How to take part
📝 Complete our short survey – Share your travel habits and give feedback on the proposed active travel routes.
Take the survey now!The consultation runs for 6 weeks - ending on 20 June 2025.
📍 Attend a drop-in session – Meet us in person to discuss your views.
Drop-in sessions will be taking place where residents can look at and discuss the plans with the Council.
- Saturday 17 May - Clearwell Memorial Hall (10am to 4pm), as part of Newland Parish’s Community Action Day
- Tuesday 20 May - Newent Community Pavillion (4pm to 8pm)
- Wednesday 21st May - The Rising Sun Community Pub, Woodcroft (4pm to 8pm)
What happens next?
The information gathered will be used to create a strategy, understand priority improvements, and guide future funding applications. Stay informed by following updates on our website, on social media or by signing up to our newsletters.