Greenway expansion promoting green travel options in Bucks
A new extension to Waddeson Greenway shakes up the travel route scene for Buckinghamshire residents
Last updated 25th Aug 2021
The New Haydon Hill Greenway extension now allows riders to travel from Aylesbury town centre to Waddesdon village with minimal traffic has pleased residents who have been anticipating the new route since July last year.
The idea is to connect travellers going between the areas no matter their transport choice. It is set to give everyone from walkers to runners, cyclists, and commuters a new way of getting from A to B.
The extension is 9km long, and will start from Gogh Road, Haydon Hill to Aylesbury Parkway railway station.
There is even a bridge over the River Thame stretching at 15 metres long with new bench seats nearby and eco-friendly ground lighting. New flood prevention methods have also been put in place in addition to the ones already in place.
After planning permission was granted last year, and a £400,000 investment made by the Department for Transport, the scheme has been long-awaited by residents over the last year who are keen to make the most of the new extension as it will make it easier for them to access fresh air while on their daily commutes or walks.
Buckinghamshire Council Cabinet Member for Transport, Steve Broadbent said:
"This is a fantastic new asset for both our residents and visitors to use. Not only will it build on the huge success of the Waddesdon Greenway since it opened in 2018, but it now completes a low-traffic route all the way from Aylesbury town centre to Waddesdon village, with an important connection to Aylesbury Vale Parkway station too, which is great news."
Louis Devenish, Senior Network Development Manager for south of England at Sustrans said:
“Completing the connection between Aylesbury and the Waddesdon Greenway better enables residents and visitors to make their everyday journeys by foot, cycle or wheel, providing links to local employment, amenities and visitor attractions.
“Linking to the Waddesdon Greenway, and realising another section of the Buckinghamshire Greenway, this extension brings us one step closer to our vision of a network of paths across the UK that are safer and more accessible for everyone who wants to use them.”