Newlyn, Old Bridge: Prohibition of Motor Vehicles Trial

We are proposing to prohibit the use of vehicles on the Old Bridge in Newlyn.

What are we consulting on?

We want to know what you think about the plan to create a traffic-free pedestrian and cyclist route that would bypass the central junction area.

This would be done by blocking motor vehicles to the bridge with the use of planters and benches.

Why are we doing this?

Following a previous public consultation for the wider Newlyn town centre proposals, concerns were raised around closing the bridge to motor traffic, largely around the effect on traffic flow. Therefore this trial will help to ascertain the actual effect of the proposal.

The trial will be implemented via a special Traffic Order (known as an Experimental Traffic Order (ETO), which will allow us to gauge the success of the design.

To view details of the scheme & the legal Experimental Traffic Order, please visit our Appyway Platform (Link will be located on the right, under Traffic Order Details).

Next steps

This proposal is initially being implemented as a trial, using temporary street furniture to prevent vehicle access. Only after the trial has been in place for a minimum of 6 months will a final decision be made on whether to make permanent.

The trial will start on the 29th May 2025 and conclude on the 28th November 2025.

How can I respond to this consultation?

To provide us with feedback about these proposals, please complete the Feedback Form below.

Alternatively, you can email Cormac Infrastructure Design at traffic@cormacltd.co.uk or post a response to Infrastructure Design Group, Cormac Consultancy, Radnor Road, Scorrier, Redruth, TR16 5EH. When emailing or responding by post, please quote the following scheme reference Infra23-394. All responses must be received by the 28th November 2025.

All responses received will be given due consideration. Following the closure of the consultation period and subsequent scheme assessment process, we will provide you with an update on both the result of this process and, if applicable, the anticipated timescales for any associated works.

We regret that if you choose not to provide your address or withdraw your personal information before the completion of the scheme assessment process, we will be unable to consider your response in regard to a particular aspect of the scheme. Nonetheless, any points made will still be considered as general comments. If neither a postal address or email address is provided, we will also be unable to keep you updated on the scheme's progress.