People in Chichester are being asked for their views on plans for a new walking and cycling route linking the city centre with Oaklands Park, the University of Chichester and St Richard’s Hospital.
West Sussex County Council has launched a six-week public consultation on proposed improvements along the A286 Oaklands Way.
The plans would create a continuous route along the north side of Oaklands Way, with separate space for people walking and cycling.
The proposed route would connect Northgate roundabout, Oaklands Way, College Lane, the University of Chichester and St Richard’s Hospital.
Other measures include improved signage, raised crossing points designed to slow traffic and make pedestrians more visible, upgraded tactile paving and work to trim back trees and shrubs where necessary to improve visibility.
The county council says surveys, a tree assessment, an initial design and an independent road safety review have already been carried out.
Councillor Erika Woodhurst-Trueman, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, said: “Oaklands Way is an important route used by people travelling between the city centre, university, hospital and Oaklands Park.
“These proposals aim to make it easier and safer for people to walk, wheel and cycle, helping to deliver our ambition for more sustainable travel while supporting healthier lifestyles and better-connected communities.
“We want to hear from as many people as possible before the design is finalised, so I would encourage residents, businesses and anyone who regularly travels through the area to take part in the consultation and share their views.”
Feedback will be used to refine the proposals before the next stage of the design process, which is expected to begin in early 2027.
The consultation runs until 19 November 2026.
Residents can view the proposals and complete the survey through the Your Voice West Sussex website.
A public drop-in event will also take place at New Park Centre in Chichester from 3.30pm until 7.30pm on Thursday 15 October.
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