Proposals for new cycling and walking routes through Ravenscraig are being published for the public to give their views.
North Lanarkshire Council is working with Sustrans and Ravenscraig Limited to improve connections between Ravenscraig and neighbouring communities and to expand the active travel network.
The two key elements of the project are a south-north link to connect Craigneuk, via “The Castings” housing development, off Meadowhead
Road, with the Regional Sports Facility (RSF) and new public park, and an east-west link to connect Craigneuk, via “The Castings” housing development, to New College Lanarkshire Motherwell Campus.
It’s proposed the paths will have lighting, seating, landscaping with wildflower areas and woodland planting, play features along the route, fencing and CCTV where possible.
“As the Ravenscraig site develops with new housing, business, retail, schools and leisure, we want the area to be accessible for everyone for walking, cycling and wheeling,” said Jonathan Speed, senior project manager at North Lanarkshire Council.
“These active travel routes will provide direct, off-road links from the south to the facilities within Ravenscraig, as well as connecting to a wider network of paths to Motherwell, Wishaw and Carfin.
“The project is an important part of the Ravenscraig masterplan, and we would like to hear from as many people as possible during our consultation to ensure the proposals meet the need of residents.”
Nick Davies, director of Ravenscraig Ltd, added: “Ravenscraig is already a thriving community and these proposed cycling and walking routes are the next step in making it an even better place to work, live and play.
“Active travel has proven benefits, and improving connections between Ravenscraig and neighbouring communities will underpin the continued success of the site as we deliver on the masterplan.”
The project is being funded by Transport Scotland and Sustrans, through their ‘Places for Everyone’ programme.
An online consultation, including a short survey, will run from Monday, February 8, for two weeks.
It is available at https://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/regeneration-and-investment/ravenscraig-active-travel-links
