Enfield Council is seeking public feedback on the scheme which is proposed to include a mix of traffic-calming measures and cycle lanes, reports Grace Howarth, Local Democracy Reporter

A plan to create a safe walking and cycling link between Palmers Green and New Southgate has been revealed.

The Enfield Council scheme proposes using quieter residential streets and traffic-calming measures to guide cyclists and walkers between New Southgate and Palmers Green stations, as well as Arnos Grove Station.

The route is proposed to run along the boundary of the Fox Lane low-traffic neighbourhood (LTN) scheme and provide a connection to the Barnet borough border via Arnos Park, as well as existing cycling infrastructure along the A406 North Circular.

The scheme includes small sections of segregated cycle lanes along busy roads such as Aldermans Hill, Wilmer Way and Bowes Road. But most of the proposal comprises “on-carriageway” cycle routes as well as a cycle path through Arnos Park.

In addition, a southbound bus gate is proposed in Palmers Road near Arnos Grove Station, which would block most general traffic while allowing buses, cyclists and vehicles with exemptions to continue.

One of Arnos Grove Station’s bus stops is also proposed to be relocated to the west of the Palmers Road and Bowes Road junction.

Nine parallel crossings, which combine zebra crossings with a dedicated cycle crossing, are also a part of the scheme, and are designed to improve visibility and safety for all road users.

Speed reduction measures in Ashridge Gardens, Cranford Avenue and Broomfield Avenue would also be introduced if the scheme goes ahead.

Public engagement on the design closes this Sunday (7th).

On its website the council states: “This route aims to create safer, greener, and more accessible streets, encouraging more people to walk, wheel, and cycle for everyday journeys.

“This project forms part of a wider network of walking and cycling routes across Enfield, supporting sustainable travel and reducing reliance on cars. It will help address local concerns such as speeding, lack of formal crossing facilities, lack of cycling facilities, and unsafe junctions, while creating opportunities for safer and more pleasant streets.”

Reacting to the proposal, a Better Streets for Enfield spokesperson said the campaign group was “encouraged by the scheme” and “in particular the aim of connecting Broomfield and Arnos parks for walkers, wheelers and cyclists”.

They added: “We are keen to see the final version with details of the types of crossings and speed reduction measures but are hopeful that this can become a successful scheme.”

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