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Introduction to proposed scheme

Following cycleway improvements previously delivered within the village, we are now seeking feedback on a potential addition route, which would require the conversion of a footpath to a shared use cycle track.

This would affect the section of footpath 65Hu between St Georges Lane and Highfield Drive in Hurstpierpoint.

The affected section of path would be given a hard surface. Due to limited land availability it is proposed the path would be a nominal width of 2m.

We are asking you about this very early on in the development of scheme proposals because there are complex legal procedures that are necessary to convert a footpath to a cycleway. There is a high risk of failure, particularly if there are objections to the proposals. We therefore need to be very sure that there is a high chance of success before allocating resources to take the scheme forwards.

At this stage of our engagement there is no funding or timeline for the delivery of any improvement work.

Scheme Objectives

The scheme would aim to improve safety, continuity and usability for pedestrians and cyclists, by:

  • Providing a further section of cycle route linking the new cycle path through Hurst Meadow with roads to the east.
  • Provide a smooth hardened surface on the path suitable for all weather walking and cycling use, removing trip and slip hazards.

Please see designs for further details:

  • A plan showing the location of the footpath conversion to a pedestrian/cycle route.

Scheme Timeline

There is no current scheduling of the proposed works. This is subject to the outcome of this engagement.


Funding and Next Steps

How much will the scheme cost and who is paying for it?

A rough estimate of cost for the scheme would be of the order of £120,000. We would seek funding by Active Travel England, which is an executive agency set up by central government with responsibility for improving walking, wheeling and cycling routes in the UK.

What are the next steps?

Once we have an idea of the level of support for scheme, and importantly, whether there are any objectors to the proposals, we will review whether it is viable to proceed with the formal processes to convert the footpath to a shared use cycleway.

If we decide to proceed, we will produce a design for the proposals and submit a formal application to the Secretary of State. A further, formal consultation would be required as part of this process.


Alternate Formats and Accessibility

If you require any of this information in an alternative format, then please contact us by phone 01243 642105 or via email at activetravel@westsussex.gov.uk and we will assist you. If you are deaf or hard of hearing and have an NGT texting app installed on your computer, laptop or smartphone, you can contact us on 18001 01243 642105.

Please note, you can use the Google Translate function to access this project in a range of different languages. The Google Translate widget can be found at the top left-hand side of the project page, where it sits just above the black West Sussex County Council ribbon.

For more information about the accessibility of this website, please see our Accessibility tab (opens in new window) at the foot of the page.

Need a paper copy? You can download the pdf copy in the documents section and return this to us. Alternatively, you telephone 01243 642105 to request a paper copy of the survey and copies of the accompanying documents.


Survey Web Browser Compatibility

Please use one of the browsers below when completing the survey to ensure it looks and works as it should. These are:

· Microsoft Edge version 86 and above

· Chrome version 86 and above

· Firefox version 78 and above

· Safari version 14 and above


Data Privacy Statement

The Active Travel Team will use these surveys to collect some personal data (e.g. age, sex), the processing of which is necessary for compliance with a statutory duty.

We will process this data in accordance with the 2018 Data Protection Act, General Data Protection Regulations and any subsequent relevant legislation. West Sussex County Council is registered as a Data Controller (Reg. No. Z6413427). The data you provide will not be used for any purpose other than that stated, and will be stored electronically for a period of up to 3 years before being safely and appropriately destroyed. For further information about our Data Controller, please see our Data Privacy Policy (opens in new window)

Introduction to proposed scheme

Following cycleway improvements previously delivered within the village, we are now seeking feedback on a potential addition route, which would require the conversion of a footpath to a shared use cycle track.

This would affect the section of footpath 65Hu between St Georges Lane and Highfield Drive in Hurstpierpoint.

The affected section of path would be given a hard surface. Due to limited land availability it is proposed the path would be a nominal width of 2m.

We are asking you about this very early on in the development of scheme proposals because there are complex legal procedures that are necessary to convert a footpath to a cycleway. There is a high risk of failure, particularly if there are objections to the proposals. We therefore need to be very sure that there is a high chance of success before allocating resources to take the scheme forwards.

At this stage of our engagement there is no funding or timeline for the delivery of any improvement work.

Scheme Objectives

The scheme would aim to improve safety, continuity and usability for pedestrians and cyclists, by:

  • Providing a further section of cycle route linking the new cycle path through Hurst Meadow with roads to the east.
  • Provide a smooth hardened surface on the path suitable for all weather walking and cycling use, removing trip and slip hazards.

Please see designs for further details:

  • A plan showing the location of the footpath conversion to a pedestrian/cycle route.

Scheme Timeline

There is no current scheduling of the proposed works. This is subject to the outcome of this engagement.


Funding and Next Steps

How much will the scheme cost and who is paying for it?

A rough estimate of cost for the scheme would be of the order of £120,000. We would seek funding by Active Travel England, which is an executive agency set up by central government with responsibility for improving walking, wheeling and cycling routes in the UK.

What are the next steps?

Once we have an idea of the level of support for scheme, and importantly, whether there are any objectors to the proposals, we will review whether it is viable to proceed with the formal processes to convert the footpath to a shared use cycleway.

If we decide to proceed, we will produce a design for the proposals and submit a formal application to the Secretary of State. A further, formal consultation would be required as part of this process.


Alternate Formats and Accessibility

If you require any of this information in an alternative format, then please contact us by phone 01243 642105 or via email at activetravel@westsussex.gov.uk and we will assist you. If you are deaf or hard of hearing and have an NGT texting app installed on your computer, laptop or smartphone, you can contact us on 18001 01243 642105.

Please note, you can use the Google Translate function to access this project in a range of different languages. The Google Translate widget can be found at the top left-hand side of the project page, where it sits just above the black West Sussex County Council ribbon.

For more information about the accessibility of this website, please see our Accessibility tab (opens in new window) at the foot of the page.

Need a paper copy? You can download the pdf copy in the documents section and return this to us. Alternatively, you telephone 01243 642105 to request a paper copy of the survey and copies of the accompanying documents.


Survey Web Browser Compatibility

Please use one of the browsers below when completing the survey to ensure it looks and works as it should. These are:

· Microsoft Edge version 86 and above

· Chrome version 86 and above

· Firefox version 78 and above

· Safari version 14 and above


Data Privacy Statement

The Active Travel Team will use these surveys to collect some personal data (e.g. age, sex), the processing of which is necessary for compliance with a statutory duty.

We will process this data in accordance with the 2018 Data Protection Act, General Data Protection Regulations and any subsequent relevant legislation. West Sussex County Council is registered as a Data Controller (Reg. No. Z6413427). The data you provide will not be used for any purpose other than that stated, and will be stored electronically for a period of up to 3 years before being safely and appropriately destroyed. For further information about our Data Controller, please see our Data Privacy Policy (opens in new window)

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