Work continues on flagship B4063 cycle route
Work is set to get under way this week on the next section of the flagship walking and cycling route being built on the B4063 between Gloucester and Cheltenham.
The first section of the traffic-free route, from the M5 overbridge to Pheasant Lane, is nearing completion and the next part of the scheme, from Pheasant Lane to Arle Court, is due to begin on Thursday 14 April.
When finished, the six-mile path will provide a continuous off-road route for cyclists of all ages and abilities.
It will stretch between Arle Court roundabout in west Cheltenham to London Road in Gloucester, via Staverton, Churchdown and Longlevens, linking into a new and upgraded off-road cycle route due to be completed this month on the A40 as part of the West Cheltenham Transport Improvement Scheme.
Contractors Colas have been appointed to build the next section of the B4063 route, which is due to be completed in winter 2022/23, and local residents have been informed about the works due to take place.
Greener Gloucestershire
The B4063 forms part of a planned 26-mile ‘cycle spine’ extending from Stroud to Bishops Cleeve, creating a substantial cycling and walking network through the county.
The county council is committed to tackling climate change and creating a Greener Gloucestershire and investing in cycling and walking infrastructure will help us work towards these goals. Increased walking and cycling will improve air quality and reduce carbon emissions from transport, as well as improving the health and wellbeing of our residents.
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For more information on the B4063 walking and cycling route and any planned road or footpath closures during the works please see www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/B4063.
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