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# GBUG Guildford Bike User Group

Making Guildford Safe For Cycling

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## Posts

- [Next Kidical Mass Guildford Ride: 27th September](https://www.g-bug.org/2025/08/27/next-kidical-mass-guildford-ride-27th-september/) - Kidical Mass Guildford are organising the next mass bike ride for 27th September 2025! To hear about further details, please join the G-BUG community, or visit our Events page for further details and updates.
- [GBUG are delighted that the council will re-consider their decision on the London Road Active Travel scheme](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/11/19/gbug-are-delighted-that-the-council-will-re-consider-their-decision-on-the-london-road-active-travel-scheme/) - GBUG along with others, called in Surrey County Council's decision not to go ahead with the London Road Active Travel scheme as we believed the decision was not based on the evidence. For example, many objections to the scheme were given due to the design of floating bus stops, however these were removed from the
- [GBUG is being consulted on the Guildford to Godalming Greenway crossings](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/11/14/gbug-is-being-consulted-on-the-guildford-to-godalming-greenway-crossings/) - GBUG is being consulted as a stakeholder on the proposed signalised crossings and raised tables on the Guildford to Godalming Greenway. Have your say here before 13th December 2024, or email us on info@g-bug.org with comments you think we should be considering.
- [Huge disappointment as council decides not to go ahead with London road scheme](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/10/30/huge-disappointment-as-council-decides-not-to-go-ahead-with-london-road-scheme/) - GBUG are incredibly disappointment that Surrey County Council voted not to go ahead with stage 1 of the London Road Active Travel Scheme. GBUG spoke at the council decision meeting, and have supported the scheme throughout. The scheme would have increased safety for all pedestrians and cyclists along this route.
- [Bitter disappointment as London Road Active Travel Scheme is not given the go-ahead](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/11/26/bitter-disappointment-as-london-road-active-travel-scheme-is-not-given-the-go-ahead/) - GBUG are very disappointed to report that Surrey County Council have decided not to go ahead with the much needed walking and cycling improvements to London Road.
- [Next Kidical Mass Guildford Ride: 17th May](https://www.g-bug.org/2025/04/01/next-kidical-mass-guildford-ride-17th-may/) - Kidical Mass Guildford are organising the next mass bike ride for Saturday 17th May 2025! To hear about further details, please join the G-BUG community, or visit our Events page for updates.
- [A3/M25 Update](https://www.g-bug.org/2025/05/22/a3-m25-update/) - G-BUG have been actively involved since 2017 to ensure the needs of walkers, cyclists and horse riders (collectively called NMU or Non-Motorised Users) are met. A short video overview of what is happening is at www.m25j10pie.highwaysengland.co.uk , if you navigate through to “Cyclist, pedestrian & horse rider routes”, but beware, things have changed. G-BUG requested
- [Four exciting long distance events this summer](https://www.g-bug.org/2025/05/21/four-exciting-long-distance-events-this-summer-2/) - West Surrey Cycling Club is again running four long distance Audax cycling events this summer. Sunday 8th of June 2025 Elstead GU8 6DG ride which has been run since 1978.Entry £10 fee includes drinks and snacks served before and after the ride.Choice of The Overton 100 https://www.audax.uk/event-details/calendar/13230-the_overton_100 The Danebury 150 https://www.audax.uk/event-details/calendar/13229-the_danebury_150 The Nearly Stonehenge 200
- [SCC/GBC Liaison Meetings with G-BUG](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/09/17/scc-gbc-liaison-meetings-with-g-bug-2/) - Officials of Surrey County Council (SCC) and Guildford Borough Council (GBC) meet informally with representatives of G-BUG to discuss progress with cycling-related projects, proposals and initiatives. These meetings are a useful forum through which G-BUG members can provide feedback so that suggestions for improvement can be included at an early stage. The slide packs presented
- [New shared use pavement opened on A25 Ladymead outside Wickes store](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/08/31/new-shared-use-pavement-opened-on-a25-ladymead-outside-wickes-store/) - The works to provide a shared use path alongside the A25/Woodbridge Road have been completed. The pavement has been widened from the entry road for the Wickes store across the bridge over the River Wey to Woodbridge Meadows. This is a great improvement, although crossing the entrance to Woodbridge Meadows still needs care.
- [Muddy Lane, Wisley, confirmed as bridleway](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/08/11/muddy-lane-wisley-confirmed-as-bridleway/) - We understand that following a long campaign led by Elmbridge Cycling and Woking Cycle Users Group, Muddy Lane, hitherto signed as a public footpath (ie legally, cycling not permitted) has now been declared de facto to be a bridleway, hence legal for cyclists to use. This track provides a useful and traffic free link between
- [G-BUG response to GBC Cycle Network study](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/08/06/g-bug-response-to-gbc-cycle-network-study/) - At a G-BUG open meeting on 12th June 2019, Guildford Borough Council presented proposals for a town cycle network, and invited feedback. Thank you to all who responded. Here is G-BUG's response. Gfd_Cycle_Network_GBUG_Response_FinalDownload
- [Guildford Borough Council Cycle Network](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/07/03/guildford-borough-council-cycle-network/) - At a G-BUG public meeting on 12th June 2019, Guildford Borough Council and their consultants presented the results of a study to define a cycle network for the town. Below are the presentation from that meeting, a definition of route ‘typologies’, and a map defining the proposed network in more detail. G-BUG has been asked by the Council to
- [G-BUG Round the Hogsback Cycle Ride](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/06/23/g-bug-round-the-hogsback-cycle-ride/) - I have done a blog about our annual Round the Hogs Back ride on 9th June, including a map of the route and some photos. Many thanks to John and Dick for leading the ride at short notice. https://cycle-geography.blogspot.com/2019/06/round-hogs-back-cycle-ride.html
- [Guildford Borough Council Cycle Network Study](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/06/12/guildford-borough-council-cycle-network-study/) - At a G-BUG public meeting on 12th June 2019, Guildford Borough Council and their consultants presented the results of a study to define a cycle network for the town. This study was conducted in tandem (scuse the pun) with a study into a bike share scheme for Guildford, in order to identify where route improvements will be
- ["Round The Hogs Back" Cycle Ride and Guildford Council Open Meeting](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/06/07/round-the-hogs-back-cycle-ride-and-guildford-council-open-meeting/) - Guildford Bike User Group invites you to two events Sunday 9th June. Please join us for a leisurely 24 mile cycle ride along quiet lanes and off-road cycle tracks. The ride will pass through Shalford, Binscombe, Puttenham, Runfold to Tongham then back to Guildford via the ‘Christmas Pie Trail’. Departs: 9.30 am from Guildford Borough
- [SCC/GBC Liaison Meetings with G-BUG](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/03/01/scc-gbc-liaison-meetings-with-g-bug/) - Officials of Surrey County Council (SCC) and Guildford Borough Council (GBC) meet informally with representatives of G-BUG to discuss progress with cycling-related projects, proposals and initiatives. These meetings are a useful forum through which G-BUG members can provide feedback so that suggestions for improvement can be included at an early stage. The slide packs presented
- [G-BUG Response to SCC low Emissions Transport Strategy](https://www.g-bug.org/2018/08/13/g-bug-response-to-scc-low-emissions-transport-strategy/) - SCC held a consultation on its draft Low Emissions Transport Strategy. G-BUG's response is available for download below. GBUG Response to SCC Low Emissions ConsultationDownload
- [Response to Walnut Replacement Bridge proposals](https://www.g-bug.org/2018/07/17/response-to-walnut-replacement-bridge-proposals/) - In summer 2018, Guildford Borough Council (GBC) submitted a planning application Ref 18/P/01213: "Proposed construction of a replacement pedestrian and cycle bridge (Walnut Bridge)". G-BUG's response is available to download below. G-BUG submission regarding the Walnut Replacement BridgeDownload
- [Guildford Godalming Greenway endorsed by SCC/GBC Local Committee](https://www.g-bug.org/2018/06/13/guildford-godalming-greenway-endorsed-by-scc-gbc-local-committee/) - At their meeting on 13th June 2018, the Guildford Local Committee gave their official backing to the proposals, developed by Godalming Cycle Campaign assisted by G-BUG, for a Guildford Godalming Greenway. The Local Committee is a joint body of Surrey County and Guildford Borough Councillors which addresses issues which overlap between County and Borough responsibilities,
- [M25 Junction 10 upgrade proposals](https://www.g-bug.org/2018/03/29/m25-junction-10-upgrade-proposals/) - Highways England recently held a public consultation on their plans to upgrade Junction 10 of the M25 (ie the junction with the A3). This would include a bigger roundabout as well as widening the A3 in the Guildford-bound direction. The plans included a proposal for a dedicated cycleway alongside the A3 between the Ockham and
- [Notes from January 2018 Public Meeting](https://www.g-bug.org/2018/02/09/notes-from-january-2018-public-meeting/) - Thank you to everyone who came to the public meeting on the 30th January. For those who couldn't make it here are the notes from the meeting: David Munro - Surrey Police & Crime Commissioner David was invited at short notice (morning of the meeting day) but made an extra effort to attend and speak for
- [Next G-BUG meeting - Tuesday 30th January](https://www.g-bug.org/2018/01/12/next-g-bug-meeting-tuesday-30th-january/) - Our next G-Bug Open Meeting is at Guildford Borough Council offices at 6pm on Tuesday January 30th, please come along, all are welcome. We will be joined by Sergeant Phil Dix of Surrey Police and we’ll be discussing how Surrey Police and GBUG can work together to help more people cycle safely in Guildford. Please let us know if you can
- [G-BUG invites Anne Milton MP to join campaign to get Guildford Cycling](https://www.g-bug.org/2016/05/09/hello-world-2/) - G-BUG had a great third meeting yesterday at the offices of Guildford Borough Council. Anne Milton MP joined us to hear about the new direction and energy the group now has and there was an excellent turnout for a Friday afternoon meeting. Main things discussed were about how frustrating Guildford is to cycle around despite
- [Come and join our meeting on the 30th January](https://www.g-bug.org/2017/01/27/come-and-join-our-meeting-on-the-30th-january/) - Our next G-Bug meeting is on Jan 30th at GBC Offices Millmead from 6pm to 7.30. We will be discussing what we've achieved in 2016 and our Priority List of Items that we wish to campaign for in 2017. Agenda: Introduction and G-BUG Vision Progress in 2016 How we are working Objectives for 2017 What can you
- [Our Next Meeting - Tuesday June 6th at 6pm](https://www.g-bug.org/2017/06/01/107-2/) - Our next G-Bug Open Meeting is at Guildford Borough Council offices at 6pm next Tuesday June 6th, please come along, all are welcome. We have two guest speakers joining us: Clare Rogers - Enfield Cycle Campaign Paul Gasson - Waltham Forest Cycling Campaign Enfield Cycle Campaign along with Enfield Borough who have recently had a
- [Response to SCC/GBC SMC(West) Consultation](https://www.g-bug.org/2017/10/26/response-to-scc-gbc-smcwest-consultation/) - In 2017, Surrey County Council (SCC) and Guildford Borough Council (GBC) carried out a public consultation about their proposals for the Sustainable Movement Corridor (West). The SMC will ultimately link Burpham in the East to the Research Park in the West with the intention to make it easier for people to walk, cycle and take
- [SCC/GBC LIAISON MEETING WITH G-BUG 25th November 2019](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/12/02/scc-gbc-liaison-meeting-with-g-bug-25th-november-2019/) - Slides below. Headlines: Walnut Tree Close one way trial: turning circle to be constructed in Jan/Feb 2020 on Woodbridge Meadows. Trial itself cannot take place until completion of piling for replacement Walnut Bridge, since this will require complete closure of WTC. Hence trial will be 4 months, August-November 2020. A3100 London Road: cycle path from
- [Latest M25/A3 Junction Cycle Track proposals](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/11/12/latest-m25-a3-junction-cycle-track-proposals/) - Highways England have sent the latest plans for the upgraded M25/A3 Wisley Interchange. Of particular interest, the plans show the proposed route for the cycle track (more precisely, the track for 'Non-Motorised Users', NMU) beside the A3 from the Cobham/Painshill junction across a new dedicated bridge over the M25 to the Ockham Park junction. Less
- [Flood Alleviation Scheme Community Forum](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/11/11/flood-alleviation-scheme-community-forum/) - I attended a community forum on 4 November as G-BUG rep, where the Environment Agency presented on progress with developing a Flood Alleviation Scheme for the town. Our concerns are to ensure that the scheme does not unduly affect cycling adjacent to the River Wey (most notably of course along the towpath), and, more positively,
- [SCC/GBC cycling plans for London Road](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/09/28/scc-gbc-cycling-plans-for-london-road/) - SCC/GBC have provided their final plans for changes to cycling provision on London Road, between York Road and the Boxgrove Roundabout. In summary, there will be a widened two way shared use pavement on the northbound (Stoke Park) side, between London Road Station and the Boxgrove Roundabout. The existing advisory cycle lane on the southbound
- [Bike share proposals update](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/10/17/bike-share-proposals-update/) - There will be an update on Guildford Borough Council's bike share proposals at the meeting of the Place Making and Innovation Executive Advisory Board, Monday, 21st October, 2019 7.00 pm at Millmead. You can attend in person or view a webcast, details on website, link below. Agenda for Place Making and Innovation Executive Advisory Board
- [Sustainable Movement Corridor (SMC) West](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/09/28/sustainable-movement-corridor-smc/) - GBC has provided new material on its website for the SMC West SMC West wesbite (includes useful video) Sustainable Movement Corridor - Guildford Borough CouncilPedestrian and cycle improvements are being carried out between Tescos by Bannisters Field, the Stag Hill campus of the University and onwards towards the main rail station at Guildford. Update on
- [Discussion of cycling at SCC/GBC Joint Committee, 17 March 2021](https://www.g-bug.org/2021/04/08/discussion-of-cycling-at-scc-gbc-joint-committee-17-march-2021/) - G-BUG put a question to the SCC/GBC Joint Committee at its meeting on 17 March about whether the Committee would support a pilot mini-Holland scheme in Guildford, and apply to DfT to be one of 12 local authorities for investment under the scheme proposed in Gear Change report (if that materialises). You can see the
- [Walnut Tree Close trial](https://www.g-bug.org/2021/01/28/walnut-tree-close-trial/) - Surrey County Council is currently (Jan 2021) running a trial to reduce motor traffic on Walnut Tree Close, by installing a one way section, whilst still permitting two-way travel by cyclists. It is hoped that this will make WTC a safer corridor for cyclists to travel to and from the town centre and station. The
- [Support two new cycle schemes for Guildford](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/11/24/support-two-new-cycle-schemes-for-guildford/) - We need your help to secure funding for two new cycle schemes for Guildford. Surrey County Council (SCC) has been awarded £6.4M from Tranche 2 of the Department for Transport’s Emergency Active Travel Fund (EATF). SCC has identified 10 potential projects across the county, costing a total of £7.8M. Given the shortfall, it will be
- [Weyside Urban Village latest proposals and our comments](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/10/28/weyside-urban-village-latest-proposals-and-our-comments/) - The consultants working for GBC held an online exhibition to update the public on their proposals for the site infrastructure: a video recording is here (go to "Sixth Online Public Exhibition: Our Emerging Proposals Thursday 22nd October, 2020"). Our comments are here. We think the proposals look promising for cycling, including a branch of the
- [G-BUG joins Community Liaison Group for Former Wisley Airfield Development](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/09/25/g-bug-joins-community-liaison-group-for-former-wisley-airfield-development/) - G-BUG has joined the Community Liaison Group for the former Wisley Airfield development ("Wisley Village"). The Group has been established by the developers, Taylor Wimpey, and comprises local residents groups and also RHS Wisley. G-BUG will press for the best possible cycle links for the new community, and for improvements for all cyclists in the
- [Weyside Urban Village Cycling proposals](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/09/11/weyside-urban-village-cycling-proposals/) - Weyside Urban Village Development (formerly known as Slyfield Area Regeneration Project, SARP): Representatives of G-BUG met recently with Markides Associates, who are providing advice to GBC on the Masterplan for the development, including sustainable transport. Although house building is some way off (2023-2033), work on infrastructure could start much sooner using funding from the Housing
- [College Link Plus Cycle Route: SCC Online Questionnaire, G-BUG Response](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/09/10/college-link-plus-cycle-route-scc-online-questionnaire-g-bug-response/) - We responded to the SCC Online Questionnaire about the College Link Plus Cycle Route. We supported the proposals, in particular the cycling contraflow on Bedford Road and allowing cycling on the footpath between William Road and Wharf Road which are essential to make this new route viable. However, we asked that details of the route
- [Woodbridge Road Toucan Crossing and bus lane changes, online survey: G-BUG response](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/08/23/woodbridge-road-toucan-crossing-and-bus-lane-changes-online-survey-g-bug-response/) - Here are the G-BUG responses to the SCC online survey for the Woodbridge Road changes, ie the Toucan Crossing and the bus lane. We urged a rethink on the design of the crossing to a 'straight across' design with minimal delay for cyclists. For the bus lane (which cyclists can share), we welcomed the exclusion
- [SCC EATF Tranche 2 bid](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/08/13/scc-eatf-tranche-2-bid/) - SCC has submitted its bid for the Emergency Active Travel Fund Tranche 2. They say "....10 schemes across the county bid for, totalling £7.8m, against our indicative allocation from DfT of £6.785m, this overbid, we believe shows Surrey's ambition for active travel." Two schemes for Guildford are included, namely: £1.65M for " Guildford to Burpham
- [SCC Consultation on changes on Woodbridge Road](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/08/13/scc-consultation-on-changes-on-woodbridge-road/) - Includes introducing a new Toucan Crossing for the "College Link +" cycle route linking the station to Guildford College. Also includes extension to bus lanes; whilst directed at improving bus travel along Woodbridge Road, these lanes will also be open to cyclists. There are associated changes to parking bays. Responses must be in by 21
- [G-BUG response to GBC "LOCAL PLAN: DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT POLICIES – ISSUES AND PREFERRED OPTIONS CONSULTATION"](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/07/16/g-bug-response-to-gbc-local-plan-development-management-policies-issues-and-preferred-options-consultation/) - As posted on June 9th, Guildford Borough Council asked for views on its “Local Plan: Development Management Policies – Issues and Preferred Options” document. This includes a number of topics, one of which is “Achieving a comprehensive Guildford Borough cycle network” (Policy ID10, Question 37). As well as the network proposed in the recent Guildford
- [G-BUG SCC/GBC liaison meeting 21 May 2020](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/06/09/g-bug-scc-gbc-liaison-meeting-21-may-2020/) - Link to slides pdf below. The principal topic as usual was to update on the Town Centre Transport Package. Headlines: Walnut Tree Replacement Bridge, contract renegotiation to account for COVID; Walnut Tree Close one-way trial, issues with traffic management; College Link + coordination with bus plans; London Road cycleway: have redesigned to include shared use
- [Views on Cycle Network sought as part of Local Plan: Development Management Policies - Issues and Preferred Options Consultation](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/06/09/views-on-cycle-network-sought-as-part-of-local-plan-development-management-policies-issues-and-preferred-options-consultation/) - Recently, GBC issued its Cycle Routes Assessment Feasibility Study, which included a comprehensive proposal for a Guildford town cycle network. GBC is now seeking the public's views on this, as part of its "Local Plan: Development Management Policies - Issues and Preferred Options" Consultation. This includes a number of topics, one of which is "Achieving
- [Final Guildford Cycle Route Assessments Report](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/06/03/final-guildford-cycle-route-assessments-report/) - You may recall that Guildford Borough Council commissioned two parallel studies of a town bike share scheme and cycle network by consultancies Transport Initiatives and Urban Movement. They presented at a G-BUG workshop in June 2019, and we submitted a response in August 2019. The final 'Cycle Route Assessments Report' has now been issued. We
- [Your ideas for reallocating roadspace as we come out of Covid 19 lockdown](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/05/14/your-ideas-for-reallocating-roadspace-as-we-come-out-of-covid-19-lockdown/) - (This has also been posted on the G-BUG Facebook Group and emailed on mailchimp.) G-BUG Chair Doug Clare has written to Matt Furniss, Surrey County Council's Cabinet member for Transport, to request a dialogue about the Government’s statutory guidance to local authorities to reallocate roadspace as we come out of Covid-19 lockdown. Councillor Furniss has
- [GBC Consultation on Climate Change, Sustainable Design, Construction and Energy Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/03/14/gbc-consultation-on-climate-change-sustainable-design-construction-and-energy-supplementary-planning-document-spd/) - The document provides guidance for developers etc submitting planning applications. As such cycling infrastructure will only be relevant to large scale developments, which are perhaps better dealt with by the Strategic Development Framework SPD, and the only specific reference is to provision of cycle parking. But we think the document could do more to mandate
- [Car free day in Guildford town centre: Petition to SCC](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/03/04/car-free-day-in-guildford-town-centre-petition-to-scc/) - Update 4 March: SCC/GBC will debate... read on. Please sign this petition to Surrey County Council. As it says: A Car-Free Day would show what Guildford Town Centre could be like without vehicles – a day with much reduced air pollution, CO2 emissions and noise. It would demonstrate the benefits of walking, cycling, and public
- [Strategic Development Framework Supplementary Planning Document Consultation: G-BUG response](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/02/21/strategic-development-framework-supplementary-planning-document-consultation-g-bug-response/) - Further to our original post, our response is here. G-BUG reps were involved in the GBC workshops, and we were pleased to see that most of our suggestions were included.
- [G-BUG SCC/GBC liaison meeting 28 January](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/02/12/g-bug-scc-gbc-liaison-meeting-28-january/) - Representatives of G-BUG met with officials of Surrey County Council (SCC) and Guildford Borough Council (GBC) on 28 January for our regular liaison meeting on all matters cycling in Guildford Borough. Slides from the meeting can be downloaded here. Headlines: Walnut Tree Close one way trial: construction of turning circle has commenced Walnut Bridge Replacement:
- [Cycle Storage, Guildford Station Redevelopment](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/02/06/cycle-storage-guildford-station-redevelopment/) - Guildford Planning website has a "Non-Material Amendment" ref 19/N/00140 to the planning approval for Guildford Station redevelopment by Solum. It is to allow the relocation of cycle parking to a storage facility fronting Walnut Tree Close. It seems a sensible move. The application is already approved so there is no consultation period, but it may
- [Walnut Bridge called in by GBC Overview and Scrutiny Committee](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/01/30/walnut-bridge-called-in-by-gbc-overview-and-scrutiny-committee/) - Update following meeting: The OSC voted to refer the approval of the Walnut Bridge project back to the Executive. This will mean delay, probably a few weeks for the Executive to meet again. If they vote for major reconsideration, then we could be talking months. Webcast video of the meeting here. Following a rocky ride
- [Strategic Development Framework (SDF) consultation](https://www.g-bug.org/2020/01/29/strategic-development-framework-sdf-consultation/) - GBC is consulting on its draft SDF Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) which provides guidance to assist planning and development of the strategic sites included in the Local Plan: Weyside Urban Village (former Slyfield Area Regeneration Project); Gosden Hill Farm; Blackwell Farm; Land to the South of Ash and Tongham; and former Wisley airfield. This includes
- [Schedule update for Walnut Tree Close trial](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/12/19/schedule-update-for-walnut-tree-close-trial/) - At the recent Joint Committee the Council's officers presented an update on the planned experimental one-way closure of WTC: Click the image for PDF of full presentation.
- [GBC/SCC Joint Committee Meeting 11th December 2019](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/12/10/gbc-scc-joint-committee-meeting-11th-december-2019/) - The Committee will discuss the LEP funded projects related to cycling. Here is the link to the Agenda: download the 'Agenda Reports Pack' for a comprehensive summary of the projects (SCC-led schemes pp 85-98; GBC-led schemes pp 99-132) Surrey County Council - Agenda for Guildford Joint Committee on Wednesday, 11 December 2019, 7.00 pmAll published
- [Town Centre Consultation](https://www.g-bug.org/2019/12/03/town-centre-consultation/) - Guildford Borough Council recently resolved to start work on a new Town Centre Master Plan and is also looking to revisit and refresh the Town Centre Regeneration Strategy . The first stage is a 'scoping survey', where various interested organisations were invited to submit their views. Here is G-BUG's submission. We are calling for a
- [Next Kidical Mass Guildford Ride: 24th September](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/07/03/next-kidical-mass-guildford-ride-24th-september/) - Kidical Mass Guildford are aiming to organise another mass bike ride to coincide with Guildford's car free day on Sunday September 24th. Put it in your diaries! To hear about further details, please join the G-BUG community, or visit our Events page for updates.
- [Car Free Day Sunday 26th September](https://www.g-bug.org/2021/09/24/car-free-day-sunday-26th-september/) - Reminder this Sunday (26th September) is 'Car Free Day' in Guildford. Come and see us at the G-BUG stand between 10am and 4.30pm to discuss our campaign to improve cycling, get route advice etc. We will be part of the Zero Carbon Guildford display, in the Yellow zone on North Street, exact location to be
- [Strategic Greenways presentation slides](https://www.g-bug.org/2021/07/07/strategic-greenways-presentation-slides/) - Further to the Zoom presentation on 8th June, here are the slides. Note these are slightly different from the one presented, but the key points are the same. We are still seeking the up to date version, and will update it here when we have it. There is also an audio recording of the discussion:
- [Zoom presentation on Strategic Greenways in the Surrey Hills AONB, Tuesday June 8th, 6.30 - 8:00pm](https://www.g-bug.org/2021/06/06/zoom-presentation-on-strategic-greenways-in-the-surrey-hills-aonb-tuesday-june-8th-6-30-800pm/) - Readers of our website are invited to a presentation by Rob Fairbanks, Director of the Surrey Hills Board, and Kieran Foster, Cycling UK National Off-Road Adviser. They will discuss the concept of Strategic Greenways for cyclists, walkers and horse riders, and their plans for the Surrey Hills AONB, including the Leith Hill Greenway which has
- [SCC Elections May 2021: Candidates views on cycling](https://www.g-bug.org/2021/05/04/scc-elections-may-2021-candidates-views-on-cycling/) - G-BUG sent a questionnaire to the parties standing in the elections, and asked them to pass it on to their candidates. The questionnaire sought candidates views on cycling. At the moment we have had responses from the following candidates, to whom we are grateful given the short notice. They are listed in alphabetical order by
- [London Road Active Travel Scheme](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/01/31/london-road-active-travel-scheme-post/) - Check out the Guildford Dragon article on the London Road Active Travel scheme written by G-BUG.
- [Stop the Cycling Culture War and Admit Guildford is Addicted to the Car](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/03/15/stop-the-cycling-culture-war-and-admit-guildford-is-addicted-to-the-car/) - Check out our article on the Guildford Dragon, written by our committee member Cameron Allan.
- [Dagley Lane bridleway resurfacing complete](https://www.g-bug.org/2022/09/24/dagley-lane-bridleway-resurfacing-complete/) - The Dagley Lane resurfacing of the Bridleway is complete with funding obtained as part of the EATF Tranche 2. The surface is a bound, all-weather surface to allow all-weather cycling between Shalford and Guildford without using the main road. The path between the bridleway and Shalford Thames Water Depot will be upgraded soon.
- [Car Free Day Sunday 26th September](https://www.g-bug.org/2022/09/20/car-free-day-sunday-26th-september-2/) - G-BUG is going to be in Guildford town centre this Car Free Sunday to help mark the launch of Zero Carbon Guildford, just one of many opportunities to get involved. Guildford's Great Big Green Week will culminate in a town centre Car Free Day on this Sunday, 26th September. Come and see us at the G-BUG stand between 10am and 4.30pm
- [Walnut Tree Close - Success!](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/05/01/walnut-tree-close-success/) - Following the one-way trial along Walnut Tree Close, G-BUG is delighted that Surrey County Council have decided to make it permanent. The scheme has many benefits including better air quality, improved safety for all road users. It creates a dedicated, safe cycle route from the university and A25, from Ladymead to Guildford's town centre and the railway station, and turns a dangerous commuter rat
- [Kidical Mass Ride Guildford, Monday 8th May](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/05/03/kidical-mass-ride-guildford-monday-8th-may/) - We need your help! To help G-BUG campaign for more child-safe cycling infrastructure, join our mailing list or email info@g-bug.org.
- [600 kids and grown-ups take to the streets across Surrey to call for safe cycle routes](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/05/09/600-kids-and-grown-ups-take-to-the-streets-across-surrey-to-call-for-safe-cycle-routes/) - Yesterday the streets of Guildford and Redhill were alive with crowds of children celebrating the joy of cycling and highlighting the need for more safe cycle routes in Surrey. Over 300 people of all ages took part in Guildford and 280 in Redhill, from babies in trailers to grandparents on e-bikes. Despite the damp weather,
- [Tour of the Hills – Sunday 6th August 2023](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/06/08/tour-of-the-hills-sunday-6th-august-2023/) - Tour of The Hills is on Sunday 6th of August, starting in Shere. Entry fee includes excellent drinks and snacks before, during and after the ride. The Audax event is run by our local Cycling UK affiliated West Surrey Cycling Club. The ride is tough; 76 miles with 7200 feet of climbing. However, because the course
- [Walking and cycling improvements in Guildford - what would you like to see?](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/07/12/walking-and-cycling-improvements-in-guildford-what-would-you-like-to-see/) - Surrey County Council is developing a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) for Guildford to help determine where best to prioritise improvements. Pinpoint your suggestions on their interactive map here. If you have suggestions for whole new routes, add them to plotaroute.com (its free to sign up). Name the route “G-LCWIP Suggestion A to B”, include
- [Update: London Road Active Travel Scheme](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/07/14/update-london-road-active-travel-scheme/) - You may be wondering why it's all gone a bit quiet. Well it hasn't. The Stakeholder group of interested local parties, including G-BUG, has met twice, and will meet two further times by end July. The Group's purpose is to help design the public consultation package that will give you your chance to express your
- [Tour of the Greensand Sunday 6th August](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/07/22/tour-of-the-greensand-sunday-6th-august/) - Tour of the Greensand is a gentler 31-mile, 2,400 ft ascent, alternative to the Tour of the Hills starting after the Tour of the Hills group depart at around 10.15am from Shere Village Hall, Gomshall Ln, Shere, Guildford GU5 9HE. Groups will be led by West Surrey Cycling Club ride leaders, or you can self
- [London Road - Ideas for Consultation Questions](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/07/23/london-road-ideas-for-consultation-questions/) - Surrey County Council have launched a Miro board exercise. Here you can post questions you would like to have answered as part of the London Road Active Travel project consultation, due in September. The Miro Board is only open until Tuesday evening, so please make your thoughts known. Examples of questions you might like to
- [Cycling Routes and Improvements - Please Keep Your Suggestions Coming!](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/08/11/cycling-routes-and-improvements-please-keep-your-suggestions-coming/) - Surrey County Council is developing a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) for Guildford Borough to help determine where best to prioritise improvements. G-BUG, Guildford Borough Council and others are actively working with Surrey County Council’s contractor Atkins to produce a 10+ year prioritised programme of infrastructure schemes that require investment, so that when funding becomes available the councils immediately
- [Funding Secured For Route To Cobham](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/08/25/funding-secured-for-route-to-cobham/) - As part of the A3/M25 works, we welcome the news that National Highways have just secured additional funding to extend the cycle route from the A3/M25 into Cobham. G-BUG have worked with National Highways since concept stage, securing an additional new dedicated bridge for non-motorised users. Unsurprisingly, National Highway's focus is on highway implementation. G-BUG
- [Kidical Mass Ride Guildford - Sunday 24th September 2023](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/08/25/kidical-mass-ride-guildford-sunday-24th-september-2023/) - Kidical Mass Guildford's next ride is organised for Sunday 24th September to coincide with the international Kidical Mass weekend (23rd to 24th September) and Guildford's Car Free Day. These rides are organised to demonstrate the need and demand for better cycling infrastructure so children can cycle safely. A slow-paced, marshalled community bike ride designed for
- [Burpham to Guildford (London Road) Active Travel Scheme Survey](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/09/22/burpham-to-guildford-london-road-active-travel-scheme-survey/) - Surrey County Council has now launched the London Road Active Travel Scheme public engagement. Your support is vital to ensure this fully funded project goes ahead. Express your views now via the Council's public engagement survey or see GBUG's thoughts on the scheme.
- [World champion cyclist joins mass kids’ bike ride calling for safer streets in Guildford](https://www.g-bug.org/2023/10/01/world-champion-cyclist-joins-mass-kids-bike-ride-calling-for-safer-streets-in-guildford/) - Guildford Kidical Mass ride 24th September 2023 Several local councillors took part on the day. Guildford’s Deputy Mayor, Cllr Sallie Barker, picked up the megaphone to set the riders off, and Cllrs Howard Smith, Jane Tyson and Paul Deach cycled alongside the children. Paul Deach, Deputy Cabinet Member for Environment at Surrey County Council, was
- [Happy New Year!](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/01/01/happy-new-year/) - Happy New Year! Why not make some new year's cycling resolutions?
- [27th February Surrey County Council decide on London Road](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/02/12/27th-february-surrey-county-council-decide-on-london-road/) - Is active travel, the planet and Juliette's life important? If so, Surrey County Council should go ahead with the proposed and government funded improvements along London Road.
- [Guildford e-bike scheme expected May '24](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/02/20/guildford-e-bike-scheme-expected-may-24/) - A town-wide e-bike hire scheme is planned for Guildford (similar to the "Boris" bikes in London). The scheme will have more than 300 e-bikes at 50 hubs located across Guildford, with a possible 90 e-bike expansion to Godalming. Guildford Borough Council expects the scheme to be implemented in May 2024.
- [Next Kidical Mass Guildford Ride: 27th April](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/03/11/next-kidical-mass-guildford-ride-27th-april/) - Kidical Mass Guildford are organising the next mass bike ride for 27th April 2024! To hear about further details, please join the G-BUG community, or visit our Events page for updates.
- [Fundamental Flaws in Council Decision on London Road Active Travel Scheme](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/03/12/fundamental-flaws-in-council-decision-to-largely-scrap-london-road-active-travel-scheme/) - GBUG were very disappointed with Surrey County Council's decision, announced on 27th February that: the active travel scheme between the town center and Boxgrove Roundabout will not go ahead, the scheme between Boxgrove Roundabout and Aldi in Burpham will be subject to further review and decision at a later date. Improvements to Boxgrove Roundabout will
- [Where should Guildford's e-bike docking stations go?](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/03/22/where-should-guildfords-e-bike-docking-stations-go/) - An exciting e-bike scheme is coming to Guildford with 300+ e-bikes and 50 docking stations. A survey is open until May 2024 for local people to have their say on where docking stations should go. We hope our readers would offer their support for the scheme which will only encourage cycling in Guildford. Beryl will
- [Families campaign for safety: join mass bike ride through Guildford on Saturday 27 April](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/04/23/families-campaign-for-safety-join-mass-bike-ride-through-guildford-on-saturday-27-april/) - Plans for a Burpham to Guildford active travel scheme in Guildford were diluted this year despite more residents supporting it than voicing concerns. And people of Guildford will soon take to the streets to continue the call to put people, and especially children, first when designing travel routes around town. In the afternoon of Saturday
- [Four exciting long distance events this summer!](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/04/28/four-exciting-long-distance-events-this-summer/) - West Surrey Cycling Club are running four long distance cycling events this summer ranging from 100 to 200km. For more information visit our events page.
- [Can you help marshal at the 40th anniversary event of the Guildford Town Centre Races?](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/06/20/can-you-help-marshal-at-the-40th-anniversary-event-of-the-guildford-town-centre-races/) - Charlotteville Cycling Club are proud to be hosting the CANYON Guildford Town Centre Races on Wednesday 3rd July. This will be the 40th anniversary of the event and with the extended course which was trialled last year. It's set to be a great evening of racing, with U8s to elite level racing there really is
- [Guildford's long awaited LCWIP](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/08/24/guildfords-long-awaited-lcwip/) - Guildford's Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) was endorsed by the council on 8th August. See our LCWIP page for a summary of the new cycle routes that have been given the highest priority for implementation.
- [Funding announced for the Guildford to Godalming Greenway](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/08/26/funding-announced-for-the-guildford-to-godalming-greenway/) - GBUG are delighted that phase 1 of the Guildford to Godalming Greenway has been awarded funding! The Godalming Cycle Campaign came up with the idea to provide a surfaced, all-weather cycle route between the two towns. GBUG joined with Godalming Cycle Campaign to push the idea forward with Guildford Borough Council. Construction is due to commence from 2025.
- [Help campaign for safer cycling for children - Join Kidical's next ride on Sunday 29th September 2pm](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/09/06/help-campaign-for-safer-cycling-for-children-join-kidicals-next-ride-on-sunday-29th-september-2pm/) - Kidical's next ride is in Guildford on Sunday 29th September at 2pm. For more information see our Events page.
- [A25 improvements are underway](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/09/24/a25-improvements-are-underway/) - Improvements have started to the north side of the A25 Ladymead include widening the footway and introducing signalised toucan crossing facilities over the vehicle entrance/exit to Ladymead Retail Centre. This will overcome the gap in the existing shared pedestrian and cycling route along the A25. GBUG have further information on this package of improvements.
- [Beryl e-bike hubs are popping up around town](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/09/24/beryl-e-bike-hubs-are-popping-up-around-town/) - Beryl e-bike hubs have started being installed around Guildford. Here is one outside the library! Hubs will be installed from Jacobs Well to Shalford over the next few months. Charges are 16p/minute plus £1 to unlock the bike. (Bundles of minutes are available more cheaply). Users who leave bikes outside the painted bays will receive
- [Pedestrian and Cycle Crossings: We need your help!](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/09/30/pedestrian-and-cycle-crossings-we-need-your-help/) - Have you ever waited at a pedestrian or cycle crossing and wondered why it takes so long for the green person or cyclist to appear? And why road users wait less time? Sign the petition! GBUG are currently campaigning to improve pedestrian and cycle crossing timings in Guildford. Please sign our petition. For more information on why
- [London Road Scheme: We need your help!](https://www.g-bug.org/2024/09/30/london-road-scheme-we-need-your-help/) - Stage 1 of the London Road Active Travel Scheme runs from Boxgrove Roundabout to Aldi and includes: Safer cycle paths segregated from road traffic up at pavement level. Creating new crossing points Upgrading bus stops Click to email all councillors in support of the scheme!* Please support this scheme by by emailing all Surrey County

## Pages

- [Events](https://www.g-bug.org/events/) - Kidical Mass Guildford - May 2026 To hear about the next events in Guildford, please sign up to receive GBUG's emails. Previous Posts on Events
- [Sustainable Movement Corridor (SMC)](https://www.g-bug.org/sustainable-movement-corridors-smcs/) - The aim of the Guildford Sustainable Movement Corridors (SMC) is to provide rapid, priority pathways for pedestrians, cyclists and buses in the Guildford urban area. The planned SMC shown in the image below will link up: Guildford town centre and rail station Ladymead Retail Park Royal Surrey County Hospital University of Surrey’s Stag Hill and
- [Guildford Town Centre Transport Package](https://www.g-bug.org/guildford-town-centre-transport-package/) - GBUG is being consulted on Guildford Town Centre Transport Package, a joint initiative by Guildford Borough Council (GBC) and Surrey County Council (SCC), whose schemes include: Experimental one-way closure of Walnut Tree Close to reduce the volume of motor traffic and encouraging walking and cycling and reducing severance for communities in North Guildford (March 2023:
- [Guildford-Godalming Greenway](https://www.g-bug.org/guildford-godalming-greenway/) - Godalming Cycle Campaign came up with the idea to provide a surfaced, all-weather cycle route from Guildford to Godalming. GBUG joined with Godalming Cycle Campaign in pushing for the creation of the greenway. The vision is for the route to be off-road or segregated from traffic as much as possible. Such a route would allow
- [M25/A3 Junction - Pedestrian, Cyclist and Horse Rider Routes](https://www.g-bug.org/m25-a3-junction/) - GBUG have been actively involved since 2017 to ensure the needs of walkers, cyclists and horse riders are met. New dedicated bridges have been secured but concerns still exist navigating the Ockham junction which will take all Wisley RHS and new Wisley Airfield housing estate traffic. A short video overview of what is happening is
- [Safe Route to Guildford Station](https://www.g-bug.org/safe-route-to-guildford-station/) - Many commuters and other travellers cycle to Guildford main line station. This is not an easy journey because the town centre is divided from the station by the busy and dangerous gyratory. Cyclists must either take their life in their hands and cycle round the gyratory roads, or walk their bike up on the pavement
- [Walnut Tree Close One Way System - Success!](https://www.g-bug.org/walnut-tree-close-one-way-system/) - Surrey County Council trialled a one way motor traffic route, with two way cycle route along part of Walnut Tree Close in Guildford. This creates a dedicated, safe, cycle route from the university and A25, from Ladymead to Guildford’s town centre and the railway station. GBUG are delighted that Surrey County Council have made the
- [National Cycle Network routes](https://www.g-bug.org/national-cycle-network-routes/) - The National Cycle Network has two routes passing through Guildford: NCN22, which goes from London to Portsmouth, passing through Dorking, Shere, Farley Green, Shalford, Guildford, Puttenham and Farnham: NCN223 goes from Chertsey through Woking and Guildford to join the Downs Link at Shalford: Both of these routes use a mix of roads and off-road
- [Downs Link](https://www.g-bug.org/downs-link/) - The Downs Link is a 37-mile (59km) almost completely traffic free route from Guildford to Shoreham-by-Sea, mainly following a disused railway line. For more information see the Sustrans webpage and Nigel B's blog. West Sussex council also provide a good printable guide. We need your help! To help GBUG campaign for more traffic free
- [GBC/SCC 'Quick Wins' for cycling](https://www.g-bug.org/gbc-scc-quick-wins-for-cycling/) - As a result of the public consultation held on the Guildford Local Cycling Plan in October and November 2015, a number of 'Quick Wins' to improve Guildford’s cycle network with little of no cost were prioritised by the Local Committee (now the Joint Committee of GBC/SCC) (March 2016, see minute below). GBUG contributed to this
- [Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP)](https://www.g-bug.org/local-cycling-and-walking-infrastructure-plan-lcwip/) - Guildford Borough Council endorsed Guildford's Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) on 8th August 2024. Background In April 2017, the DfT launched the Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy (CWIS), which aims to make cycling and walking the natural choice for shorter journeys, or as part of a longer journey. The strategy aims to double
- [Emergency Active Travel Fund (EATF)](https://www.g-bug.org/emergency-active-travel-fund-eatf/) - During the COVID-19 pandemic GBUG endeavoured to support SCC in its bids to the Government's EATF. We consulted our members and drew up a list of recommended measures - short, medium and long term. Nothing was included for cycling in Guildford in Tranche 1 (pop-up lanes) - although pavements were temporarily widened on Bridge Street
- [Reporting traffic violations](https://www.g-bug.org/reporting-traffic-violations/) - Cycle cameras - How to submit potential traffic violations to the police If you have camera evidence, then you can go directly to Nextbase to make a report. You will get a response telling you if they will take the issue further or not, but unless it goes to court, you probably won't hear any more.
- [London Road Active Travel Scheme](https://www.g-bug.org/london-road-active-travel-scheme/) - Surrey County Council voted against going ahead with stage 1 Surrey County Council met in November 2024 and decided not to go ahead with stage 1 of the scheme. GBUG fully supported the scheme and were bitterly disappointed with the decision. What is stage 1? From Boxgrove roundabout to Aldi: Safer cycle paths, with a
- [Christmas Pie Trail](https://www.g-bug.org/christmas-pie-trail/) - The Christmas Pie leisure trail is an 8.5 mile (14km) route that starts in Park Barn in Guildford at Applegarth Avenue and runs all the way to Farnham via Ash Green and Tongham. It can be muddy in wet weather. Follow the signs with Christmas puddings on them, although note a couple are missing! The
- [About Us](https://www.g-bug.org/aboutus/) - Our Vision To make cycling in Guildford more safe, convenient and enjoyable. Our objectives are summarised in our Vision below. Who is GBUG? GBUG is a group of members from Guildford and the surrounding communities and villages who share a passion for making the Borough more liveable through increased cycling. We are made up from
- [Guildford Strategic Sites](https://www.g-bug.org/guildford-strategic-sites/) - As part of its obligations to meet its quota of new housing in the Borough, GBC has identified a number of 'strategic sites' for development. They include Weyside Urban Village (aka Slyfield Regeneration), Former Wisley Airfield, Blackwell Farm and Gosden Hill Farm. Provision of sustainable transport links to these sites is a key requirement, and
- [Guildford E-Bike Share Scheme and Cycle Network Study](https://www.g-bug.org/guildford-bike-share-project-and-cycle-network-study/) - An exciting town-wide e-bike hire scheme has come to Guildford (similar to the “Boris” bikes in London). The scheme will have more than 300 e-bikes at 50 hubs located across Guildford, with a possible 90 e-bike expansion to Godalming. Beryl will be operating the Council's scheme. As part of this, a Cycle Network Study was carried
- [Weyside Urban Village (Slyfield)](https://www.g-bug.org/weyside-urban-village-slyfield/) - GBUG have met with the council and the developer Markides Associates in 2023 to discuss GBUG's detailed comments on the proposals. One of GBUG's ideas was to upgrade the pedestrian crossing across Woking Road A320 to Almond Close in Bellfields, to a pedestrian/cyclist crossing, and the upgrade of this crossing is already being consulted on
- [Join Us](https://www.g-bug.org/join/) - Join GBUG to share the joy of cycling and our vision to make Guildford a better place to cycle. Mailing list Join our mailing list if you would like us to occasionally send you cycling-related information on what is going on in and around Guildford. Subscribe * indicates required Email Address *First Name Last Name
- [GBUG Campaigns](https://www.g-bug.org/gbug-campaigns/) - GBUG is confident that Guildford Borough Council (GBC), Surrey County Council (SCC) and other local stakeholders are increasingly understanding the benefits increased cycling participation could bring to the area. Our goal is to help turn this understanding into real improvements to our cycling infrastructure. GBUG currently supports and is actively involved in the following campaigns:
- [Gosden Hill Farm Development (Burpham)](https://www.g-bug.org/gosden-hill-farm-development-burpham/) - GBUG and other local groups met with the developer, Martin Grant Homes in February 2024 to start early talks about the development. We will continue to consult with the developer to ensure the cycling provision on and off the site is of excellent standard. A planning application is expected to be submitted late 2024. Further
- [Pedestrian and Cycle Crossing Timings](https://www.g-bug.org/pedestrian-and-cycle-crossing-timings/) - Have you ever waited at a pedestrian or cycle crossing and wondered why it takes so long for the green person or cyclist to appear? And why road users wait less time? The Stoke road interchange is particularly bad as there are several staggered crossings to wait at. GBUG are currently campaigning to improve pedestrian
- [Epsom Road Crossing - Petition](https://www.g-bug.org/epsom-road-crossing-petition/) - by Sam Neatrour, GBUG member As a concerned parent, I am deeply worried about the safety of my children and others who need to cross Epsom Road around Edgeborough Road in Guildford. My children have to cross this road daily to get to school, but the high volume and speed of traffic make it incredibly
- [FUNDAMENTAL FLAWS IN COUNCIL DECISION ON LONDON ROAD ACTIVE TRAVEL SCHEME](https://www.g-bug.org/fundamental-flaws-in-council-decision-on-london-road-active-travel-scheme/) - March 2024 Contents Executive Summary Introduction Public Consultation Results – overall support Alternative survey – dismiss it Section 1 of the scheme Section 3 of the scheme Summary 1. Executive Summary This report has illustrated the strength of public and consultee support for the London Road Active Travel Scheme, in the face of negative “propaganda”
- [Almost Finished!](https://www.g-bug.org/almost-finished/) - Almost finished... We need to confirm your email address. Please click on the link in the email we just sent you.
- [Charity](https://www.g-bug.org/charity/) - Bike Project Surrey has a branch located in Guildford behind Guildford College. Their experienced mechanics teach bike servicing to the community, and the team recycle and repair donated bikes before making them available for sale. The charity: sells recycled affordable bikes takes bike donations offers bike servicing offers work placements / volunteering
- [Archive](https://www.g-bug.org/archive/)
- [Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs)](https://www.g-bug.org/low-traffic-neighbourhoods-ltns/) - Progress towards better cycling provision will be limited if it is seen purely as the preserve of cycling enthusiasts. A holistic approach is necessary, with benefit to the local community as a whole. This is well exemplified by the achievements of Walthamstow in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, where Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs), 'villages'
- [North Street Development Mini Holland](https://www.g-bug.org/north-street-development/) - GBUG has proposed to Guildford Borough Council that they take advantage of plans to redevelop North Street and other shopping streets to convert the town centre into a “Mini Holland”. That is, make Guildford town centre a place that prioritises cyclists and pedestrians over cars. The Transport Strategy report for the Town Centre Masterplan recommends
- [Council Plans and Strategies](https://www.g-bug.org/council-plans-and-strategies/) - In its Transport Strategy (2017), Guildford Borough Council states that its aim is to improve the cycling experience in and around Guildford. This is within the context of Surrey County Council’s Cycling Strategy (2014) for the County under the Third Surrey Transport Plan (LTP3). The Fourth Surrey Transport Plan (LTP4) was adopted in 2022, and the Cycling Strategy will be replaced
- [Woodbridge Meadows Footbridge Conversion](https://www.g-bug.org/woodbridge-meadows-footbridge-conversion/) - GBUG is pushing for the conversion of the current footbridge over the Wey canal at Woodbridge Meadows such that it can be used by cyclists. This would connect the Wey cycle path to Woodbridge Road and allow cyclists to avoid the dangerous A25/Woodbridge Road junction. The council (GBC) has yet to incorporate a new bridge
- [Family friendly routes](https://www.g-bug.org/family-friendly-routes/) - There are various family friendly routes in and around Guildford that are traffic free: CHRISTMAS PIE TRAIL DOWNS LINK TOWPATH RIVERSIDE NATURE RESERVE For general kids cycling advice visit Cycle Sprog. Christmas Pie Trail The Christmas Pie Trail is traffic free from Applegarth Avenue in Park Barn as far as Flexford. Downs Link The Downs
- [Towpath](https://www.g-bug.org/towpath/) - The towpath of the Wey Navigation provides an enjoyable green route through the town. The surface has been improved from the Town Centre to the A320 Woking Road bridge to provide a better cycling experience. (The surface can be seen in the photo). A GBUG member sits in the National Trust's towpath users group, so
- [Local Clubs](https://www.g-bug.org/clubs/) - Cycling as part of a club is a great way to connect with new people who share your passion for cycling. Joining organised rides can help people stay motivated, feel safer and build confidence. Cycling clubs in the Guildford area include: CHARLOTTEVILLE CYCLING CLUB WEST SURREY CYCLING CLUB If you would like your cycling club
- [G-BUG 'Tube Map'](https://www.g-bug.org/g-bug-tube-map/)
- [Local Routes](https://www.g-bug.org/cycle-routes/) - Cycle routes local to Guildford include: CHRISTMAS PIE TRAIL DOWNS LINK TOWPATH NATIONAL CYCLE NETWORK ROUTES Surrey County Council has a useful web page on cycle routes across the County. Paper maps Surrey County Council issues an excellent series of maps for the County under the title 'Surrey Cycle Guide': Map 4 includes Guildford. They are

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