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New segregated cycle lane proposed for notoriously dangerous road
A new segregated two-way cycle lane is among a set of new proposals put forward for Temple Way by Bristol City Council.
Currently, a six-lane carriageway separates the two sides of the road.
Despite a large number of cyclists using the route, there are currently no continuous cycle facilities for the road that links Temple Meads with the M32.
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The area has been flagged by Bristol cycling campaigners as highly unsafe.
Under the new proposals, the key route would see a segregated two-way cycle lane on the east side of the road next to the new Leonardo Hotel and the University of Bristol Dental School, running from Broad Plain to the junction with Avon Street.
The proposals also include space for three new trees, new pedestrian and cycle crossings across Temple Way, and a new pedestrian and cycle route through the new BT offices in the Assembly building to Cheese Lane.
The proposed cycle lane has been welcomed by Redcliffe & Temple BID and Bristol Cycling Campaign.
In a response to a consultation, a spokesperson for Redcliffe & Temple BID said: “We know from our consultations that our levy payers and their staff are keen to see improved facilities for those on foot and on a bike and this proposal offers a great opportunity to reduce some of the car domination and severance of Temple Way.
“For those that want to travel by bike, this proposal is a welcome addition to this currently harsh environment.
“The two-way cycle lane on the east-side of Temple Way will help make the journey from Broad Plain to Temple Meads safer and easier and we hope in time it will tie in with an extension to this cycle lane north of Broad Plain.”
But Redcliffe & Temple BID raised concerns about the space allocated for planting trees.
“The size of the plot allocated for ‘potential planting’ looks very small – consideration will need to be made as to what is planted here and whether this is at ground level or raised above ground – it must also be included in a maintenance plan going forward.”
Main photo: Mia Vines Booth
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