A transformative £4.7 million investment has been announced to revamp Bath Quays, one of the city’s most significant development projects. Starting this September, the upgrade will enhance walking and cycling infrastructure to improve connectivity and promote sustainable travel.
Key improvements include the installation of segregated cycle lanes in both directions along Green Park Road, relocated bus stops, and a new zebra crossing to boost pedestrian safety. On Lower Bristol Road, upgraded signal systems and toucan crossings will create smoother, safer routes for cyclists heading toward Quays Bridge.
Looking ahead, Bath Quays is projected to bring 2,600 new jobs and 150 homes to the area, complemented by flood defenses, new tree planting, and the creation of natural habitats to enrich the local environment.
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Helen Godwin, the new Labour Mayor of the West of England, expressed enthusiasm for the project: “Bath Quays is one of the region’s most exciting regeneration initiatives. It will generate new jobs, homes, and office spaces while reducing pollution and revitalizing the waterfront. Our goal is to improve transport links so residents and workers can easily access these opportunities.”
Ms. Godwin also highlighted the interconnectedness of this project with other regional transport improvements, such as the Scholars’ Way project linking Bath’s south with the university. She emphasized the importance of foundational improvements in walking, cycling, roads, and bridges, underpinned by a recent £752 million funding boost for transport.
Councillor Sarah Warren, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Sustainable Bath and North East Somerset, added: “This investment reflects our commitment to sustainable infrastructure and economic growth. The Bath Quays Links Full Business Case approval marks a critical step toward safer, greener, and more accessible routes for everyone in Bath.”
She continued, “By connecting with other active travel networks across the city, Bath Quays Links advances our vision for an active travel framework that supports long-term regeneration and benefits residents, businesses, and visitors alike.”
The proposal will be reviewed by Mayor Helen Godwin and council leaders on July 18. If approved, construction is expected to be completed by June next year.