St Andrew's Street / Regent Street resurfacing
Resurfacing is happening in the coming few days.
Please report any problems here.
We should also be vigilant of any non-repainting of cycle lanes.
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Martin Lucas-Smith // 2 threads
Resurfacing is happening in the coming few days.
Please report any problems here.
We should also be vigilant of any non-repainting of cycle lanes.
Created by Jim Chisholm // 1 thread
A driverless pod system is proposed is proposed to connect CBC and Trumpington P&R.
see:
http://www.cambridgeindependent.co.uk/news/cambridge/innovate-uk-have-put-up-250-000-to-get-two-cambridge-medical-campuses-serviced-by-driverless-buses-1-4993867
It 'implies' it will use maintenance-track!
"An out-of-hours driverless shuttle service on the fixed path from Trumpington Park and Ride will aim to allevieate congestion on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus."
We need to find out more.
A similar system is proposed to connect Whittlesford station and Genome Campus. This should offer possibilites for a new walking and cycling route.
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
Residential development of up to 58 dwellings with associated infrastructure, landscaping, and public open space. All matters reserved except for access.
Land off Grafton Drive, Caldecote, CB23 7UE
http://plan.scambs.gov.uk/swiftlg/apas/run/WPHAPPDETAIL.DisplayUrl?theApnID=S/1144/17/OL
South Cambridgeshire
Application reference : S/1144/17/OL
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
Demolition of existing dwelling and the erection of 7no. self-contained flats with associated amenity space, parking, and bike/bin storage.
129, Cambridge Road, Great Shelford, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB22 5JJ
http://plan.scambs.gov.uk/swiftlg/apas/run/WPHAPPDETAIL.DisplayUrl?theApnID=S/1210/17/FL
South Cambridgeshire
Application reference : S/1210/17/FL
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
New covered cycle shelter for 72 cycles. Peterhouse College
Cosin Court Peterhouse Trumpington Street Cambridge CB2 1QU
Cambridge
Application reference : 17/0579/FUL
It is proposed that a bespoke covered shelter will be constructed to adjacent to the existing wall. The grass will be replaced with block paving to provide a good base that is permeable. The cycle shelter will be open sided to reduces its mass and avoid being visually intrusive. The roof will have a standing seem zinc covering.
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
Minor application, someone might be interested. 2 sheffield stands at rear of shop.
Renewal of shop front, installation of cassetted awning and new store to rear of premises.
31 Burleigh Street Cambridge CB1 1DG
Cambridge
Application reference : 17/0566/FUL
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 0 threads
Conversion of the upper floors into 3 no. self-contained flats and associated external alterations.
27 Hills Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB2 1NW
Cambridge
Application reference : 17/0559/FUL
Created by Colin Rosenstiel // 1 thread
I thought the roadway at the rear of 1 Station Square was supposed to provide an alternative safer cycle route not through the car armageddon of Station Square. Won't this development block it?
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
SmithsonHill proposals for a park for AgriTech located to the east of the A1301 and South of the A505 at Hinxton.
Created by Paul Bearpark // 1 thread
Objections to U&Cs outline planning application need to be submitted by 10 April. There seem to be some interesting ideas for improving cycling infrastructure but a lot that could be improved upon.
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
Demolition of the front low boundary walls, installation of 4 bicycle racks to front, rebuilding the waste bins enclosure, replacement paving and removal of existing gravel with a resin bonded gravel surface. Installation of a bench and planting. Installation of low level garden post lights. Cosmetic changes to the facade of the front porch.
Standard bicycle rack with a creative insert to be designed by students and manufactured to specifications.
40 Humberstone Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 1JG
Cambridge
Application reference : 17/0185/FUL
Created by Matthew // 1 thread
QUOTE:
``Following discussion with Jamie Wilding at the North West
Cambridge Community Group Meeting, we'd like to arrange a design
workshop meeting to discuss our design proposals at Lot S3, North West Cambridge.
As you may be aware, the design narrative of Lot S3 is largely focused
upon creating a cycle friendly development. With this narrative in
mind, we are seeking the support and ideas of local cyclists.''
Created by Matthew // 1 thread
Generally poor quality roundabout with some highly unusual, so-called cycling 'infrastructure' that seems to have been added over the years, and approximately zero walking infrastructure.
This one comes up every so often but I was not able to identify an existing issue focused on this roundabout specifically.
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 2 threads
Cambridge University is working on a 30 year transport strategy for all sites including colleges. The consultants preparing the strategy are currently consulting with various stakeholders including Camcycle.
I will set up a meeting with a few Camcycle representatives and the consultants. What ideas do we want to share and who should participate in the meeting?
They expressed interest in our (work in progress) cycling manifesto, vision for Cambridge and design guidance.
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
Erection of 5no. one bed dwellings (following the demolition of the existing dwelling), together with car and cycle parking, landscaping and associated infrastructure.
8 Green End Road Cambridge CB4 1RX
Cambridge
Application reference : 17/0340/FUL
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
This planning application was approved, but there is now a condition application for cycle parking. See: https://idox.cambridge.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=documents&keyVal=OM2WUUDX0AS00
Refurbishment and extensions to the existing St Barnabas House, Stable Blocks and Kirby Building to provide 42 student bedrooms, manager accommodation and breakout space along with cycle parking following the demolition of existing single storey rear projection to St Barnabas House and kitchen store.
59 St Barnabas Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2BX
Cambridge
Application reference : 16/1617/FUL
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
Outline planning application for up to 203 dwellings including affordable housing and land for community provision with access and associated works, open space and landscaping, following the demolition of existing buildings on site.
Ida Darwin Hospital Fulbourn Old Drift Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5EE
Cambridge
Application reference : 17/0402/CTY
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
There are various events on Parker's Piece which impact cycle access. What issues do we have and how do we think the various events should deal with them.
Cambridge Ahead and Grant Thornton are planning a Cambridge Live Lab to discuss key areas considered essential for future growth and prosperity including:
• Education and skills
• Housing and commercial space
• Infrastructure: connectivity and transport
I thought cyclists might like to register their interest to attend and give their views.
Created by Al Storer // 1 thread
As part of the Local Plan 2014 process, a 44 hectare site north of Cherry Hinton has been identified by Cambridge City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council (SCDC) as being suitable for new residential development. The site is being promoted by Marshall Group Properties and Endurance Estates.
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 2 threads
Erection of a residential apartment development to be arranged within two blocks comprising of ten 2 x bed units and 6 x 1 bed units along with car and cycle parking, hard and soft landscaping following the demolition of the existing buildings on the site.
34-36 Madingley Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 0EX
Cambridge
Application reference : 17/0172/FUL
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
Full planning application for the erection of 56 dwellings, including new access onto Fen Drayton Road, infrastructure, landscaping and open space
field north of Home Close and west of Moat, Land north of Fen Drayton Road, Swavesey
http://plan.scambs.gov.uk/swiftlg/apas/run/WPHAPPDETAIL.DisplayUrl?theApnID=S/0525/17/FL
South Cambridgeshire
Application reference : S/0525/17/FL
Over the past couple of years of regularly cycling between Waterbeach and Cambridge on NCN11 I have noticed that the path between Waterbeach and Baits Bite Lock is in really bad repair and is getting gradually worse. I have been in touch with the council to ask them to repair it, and they told me that as far as they are concerned the path is only a footpath, and they have no obligation to maintain it to a standard suitable for bikes. Sustrans tells me they have no responsibility for maintaining that section of the route, and that the council should be responsible for it.
It seems absurd to allow the path to fall into total disrepair, but at the moment it doesn't seem like anyone recognises any obligation for its upkeep.
I am happy to go out occasionally with some secateurs and chop off the more annoying bits of greenery, but the path needs resurfacing and that feels a bit beyond me!
Does anyone have any experience with this sort of problem? Have they come across it on other sections of the NCN?
Created by olwen williams // 1 thread
A cycleway runs along the pavement on the S side of Fen Causeway. There are various metal barriers, placed to prevent pedestrians coming off a footpath and going straight onto the road. 2-3 years ago, I collided with a barrier in the cycleway.because I was blinded by on-coming car headlights to my left. This barrier is uniquely dangerous because the oncoming cars are mounting the bridge over the river. In addition, oncoming cyclists on the right may both add to the difficulty in seeing the barrier and also narrow the cycleway. In rush hour, the barrier is obscured and invisible for about 25% of the time.
I am aware of one other person who has run into the barrier, but I suspect there must be more. If you have done so, please get in touch! I have so far been unsuccessful in persuading the council that this barrier must be removed.
Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
Erection of five self-contained studios and associated works.
150 Catharine Street Cambridge CB1 3AR
Cambridge
Application reference : 17/0101/FUL
Cycle parking will be covered Sheffield stands providing parking "for at least 5 cycles". (See Design and Access Statement)
While this may meet the Council guidelines, it is insufficient for this location especially if there may be 2 people living in some of the studios or if they will have visitors.
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Created by Roxanne (CEO) // 1 thread
A Camcycle member is looking at starting a local campaign group with the aim of getting a cycleway to connect the villages of Horningsea and Waterbeach along the B1047.
Please share your ideas and advice for the route here.
Created by Jamie // 1 thread
At the moment it is possible to cycle from Cambridge Road, near Madingley, to Girton, on a bridleway that crosses over the A428 and then passes under the M11 at the Girton Interchange. You can then cross three roads (A1307) and reach a pavement on the North-East side of the Interchange. Using the pavement you can then reach Washpit Lane and cycle up towards Girton. (The pavement is marked as a shared-use route on the OSM Cycle map, although I am not sure that it really is.)
Apart from having to be careful when crossing the A1307 junction it is a rather pleasant route to ride.
The Girton Interchange is being "improved" to reduce the bottleneck for cars. Does anyone know what plans there are to ensure that the current route through remains open and whether there are plans to improve the bridleway route through? Or will this be another example of roads being developed to the detriment of footpaths/bridleways.
Created by Richard Jennings // 2 threads
Because of queuing for the Grand Arcade car park, amongst other things, the mandatory cycle lane on Pembroke Street and Downing Street is routinely abused by motor vehicles – one every 66 seconds on a Saturday afternoon http://www.cyclestreets.net/galleries/221/.
The corner at Free School Lane is a particular concern because vehicles traveling east can't see oncoming cycles.
Created by Colin Bell // 1 thread
Has there been any improvement in the "new" NCN 11 route from Waterbeach to Lode since last summer? Last time I went that way I had to wheel the bike across fields and carry it over two or three stiles.
Any information, including a forecast date when a proper route is likely to be built, welcome. Thanks.
Martin Lucas-Smith // 1 thread
There's a very poor dogleg right-angle with barriers at the entrance/exit from the West Cambridge site to Clerk Maxwell Road.
This should be turned into a wide splay with good visibility.
Sam // 1 thread
The bollards at the bottom of Herbert St haven't been replaced after the electricity cable was laid last week.
Rather than directly replacing the bollard slalom that existed beforehand, the bollard specialists might have suggestions on what the layout should be here which camcycle can suggest as for the replacement...
Created by velocipedus@gmail.com // 12 threads
Project Orange is an attempt develop our general strategy during the year 2013.
It involves
1) Should Cambridge Go Dutch (or Copenhagenize)
2) A more assertive stance in our interactions with agencies: Demanding of them to make feasible what seems infeasible
3) focus on a regional area 10 miles (15 km) around Cambridge and a dartboard network structure to connect villages,
4) the development of a Bicycle Infrastructure Assessment Tool (BIAC) which will allow us to grade and praise provision
5) Priority over sideroads as part of a Dutch-style approach
5) Development of Visualisation Tools for major projects (Chisholm Trail, Newnham to Newmarket Rd, Mitcham's Corner)
Martin Lucas-Smith // 4 threads
London Cycling Campaign has reorientated its policy towards a 'Go Dutch' approach.
This aims to learn from best practice abroad rather than continuing with the 'hierarchy of provision' that, in 20 years in the UK, has arguably failed to deliver meaningful change.
This is an overarching issue for conceptual discussion of this issue.
Created by David Earl // 4 threads
There are some evil short grey posts on the busway cycleway that are really hard to see in the dark. I have heard of a number of people hitting them with disastrous consequences
Created by velocipedus@gmail.com // 3 threads
Travis Perkins Development has major impact on Chisholm Trail.
We have a letter from the developer outlining their position - let's see if I can attach this...
There is a lengthy discussion of the Chisholm Trail, the gist of which is that they don't see why they should make any further accommodation for it when it is mainly Network Rail's land that is earmarked for the route. They dangle a small carrot in that they might release the corner piece of land to mitigate the pinch point you identified - but only if this application is given the go-ahead.
Created by cobweb // 1 thread
http://www.dft.gov.uk/news/press-releases/dft-press-20121109a
A DfT consultation to see whether speed limits on single carriageways should be introduced for HGV's. This will clearly have implications for cycle safety.
Created by velocipedus@gmail.com // 1 thread
Rather than providing adequate cycle parking for their pupils this Sixth Form college is discouraging cycling and increasing the likelihood of cycle theft. The bikes that were previously attached to these railings are now left on the opposite side of the road where they are not so securely parked. See http://cambridge.cyclestreets.net/location/27865/ #27865 or #27866
Although some cycle parking does seem to have been provided: http://cambridge.cyclestreets.net/location/28093/ #28093, #28092 it is clearly not enough
Created by cobweb // 1 thread
The installation of one stand in the boundary of M&S facing Market Hill Square.
What general measures (publicity, fairs, web activity, leaflets, brochures, campaign manifestos) can we undertake to promote cycling in Cambridge in the most general sense?
This issue is a discussion area for proposals and discussion on creating general-purpose material and the approach that can be taken to promote cycling, and the difficult question of how this is balanced against difficulties that cyclists face in practice.
This issue is not for discussion of specific problematic infrastructure or helmet issues, or anything like that.
Various issues in Cambridge regarding bus driving and cyclist interactions. Work needs to be done to deal with this.
(This is actually a city-wide issue, but I've marked this as the bus station for now.)
Created by Rohan Wilson // 1 thread
Planning application here. Access issues need checking.
Created by velocipedus@gmail.com // 2 threads
Access to and return journey from the Crematorium is a real challenge for the cyclist. Indeed, chances are you may end up in it if you try to ride your bike there.
Here we have a essential public service which is accessible by car only. Is this acceptable ?
These issues arise also if a convoy of bicycles was to accompany a coffin.
What is to be done?
http://www.cambridge.gov.uk/ccm/content/contact-us/council-buildings/crematorium.en
Aims of a bike harvest:
- Reduce bike ‘litter’
- Improve the number of available bike parking spaces
- Recycle bikes and provide affordable bikes (with lights) for new students
- Employ disadvantaged people
This junction has often been suggested a prime site where a continental-style 'all green phase' signalling scheme could be tried.
Created by David Earl // 1 thread
County Council press release: http://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/CMSWebsite/Apps/News/Details.aspx?ref=1154
Created by Clare Gibbons // 0 threads
I propose the creation of bike/bus scheme: a bus service for Sundays and Bank holidays leaving Cambridge Rail Station, heading out through Barton Road and linking Burwash Manor, Wimpole Hall, Gamlingay Woods, Great Gransden Woods etc in a circular route. Short cycle routes to be developed around villages along the route. Cyclists can choose the length of journey they want to make and be assured of a ride home by bus if they do not wish to cycle back to Cambridge...
A 24 cycle bike-trailer can be towed behind a 20 seater bus, providing sustainable tourism access to South Cambridgeshire and passenger transport services for settlements that do not currently have Sunday services. Please respond and state whether you would be interested in such a service.
Created by cobweb // 0 threads
Permission given for 286 homes. Concern was raised in 2010 about the positioning of the 715 cycle parking spaces.
Martin Lucas-Smith // 17 threads
Many issues here about cycle parking - not only the station itself but the CB1 area
Created by David Earl // 1 thread
It is intimidating to use this roundabout because of the high shrubbery in the middle. It is supposed to slow traffic down but my subjective feeling is that it doesn't
Created by Simon Nuttall // 1 thread
Is it legal or not to ride on either Christ's Lane or Milton's Walk ?