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Works to enhance Causewayhead due to begin on Monday, 6 January 2025

Works to improve access for pedestrians and cyclists at Causewayhead and provide a more attractive gateway into Penzance are due to begin on Monday, 6 January.

The improvements are being funded by the Penzance Town Deal Sustainable Travel Network project which aims to transform travel in and around the town, creating a fully sustainable network of safe and accessible walking, cycling and functional green and open urban spaces. The project is being delivered by Cornwall Council in partnership with the Penzance Town Deal Board.

Currently seen as an unattractive gateway into the town for people who live or arrive from the north, Causewayhead also experiences problems with “rat running” and has a lack of footways, with some of the existing pedestrian crossings in the wrong places.

Statutory consultation on the proposals was carried out earlier this year. This resulted in a change to the final design to retain pedestrian crossings as requested by the local community.

The scheme will improve walkway and cycling connectivity with improved crossings, increased footway space and traffic calming measures. It will also complement the new Creative Cluster building and create a more attractive gateway with additional open green space, new planting and seating on the high street.

Specific enhancements include widening the existing footway on Causewayhead, installing new granite paving and tactile paving, improving the existing zebra crossing on St Clare St and providing a raised table pedestrian crossing where Causewayhead meets Clarence Street. The existing zebra crossing on Taroveor Road will also be removed and replaced with an uncontrolled, “build out” crossing point, which reduces crossing distance for pedestrians.

The carriageway will be fully resurfaced with new road markings, and pedestrian areas will receive new decorative landscaping and street furniture such as benches and bicycle stands.

The scheme is being constructed by Cormac, with three-way traffic lights in use for the majority of the work to enable the team to work safely.

“This is a busy area and, while we understand the importance of keeping the traffic flowing as well as possible at all times during the construction, we also need to ensure the safety of the teams working on site” said Cormac project manager Tom James.

“We recognise that the works will inevitably cause some temporary disruption to motorists and will be monitoring the traffic closely to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible and delays are kept to a minimum.”

Access for residents and businesses, and for deliveries and to car parks will be maintained at all times.

The final resurfacing and application of road markings will be carried out at night time towards the end of the programme, as a full road closure will be required.

The works are currently due to be completed in June 2025

Anyone with queries or concerns about the works is asked to call 0300 1234 222 or email Cormac at contracting@cormacltd.co.uk

The Causewayhead scheme is one of a number of projects which are taking place in Penzance over the coming months. These include the development at Coinagehall Street, which involves the closure of the street between Battery Road and Coinagehall Mews to traffic (pedestrian access is being maintained along the pavement), the closure of St Anthony’s car park for remodelling and the closure of one section of Quay Street.

Partners are working closely together to manage the impact of all the schemes and ensure that the works are properly co-ordinated.

You can view a short video about the Sustainable Travel Network project here :


About the Sustainable Travel Network Project

The key aims of the Penzance Sustainable Travel Network project are to transform travel in and around the town, creating a fully sustainable network of safe and accessible walking, cycling and functional green and open urban spaces.

This includes implementing high quality public realm at key spatial locations and complementary to major investments, for example Causewayhead Creative Cluster, Coinagehall, the waterfront and town centre. The changes will help to support traffic calming, improve walking and cycling connectivity and introduce additional outdoor space on the high-street.

The Sustainable Travel Network project will enable residents and visitors to make more sustainable and greener choices for how they travel by:

  • enhancing and connectivity within Penzance and Newlyn
  • building a network of safe walking and cycling paths
  • reducing traffic congestion and pollution
  • improving the health and well-being of residents and visitors
  • supporting the local economy and regeneration.
  • creating more public space and greenery in Penzance

The proposals focus on several locations including Market Place and Green Market, the top of Causewayhead, Branwells Gyratory, Coinagehall Street, Market Jew Street, Wharf Road and New Road.

In 2021 Penzance Town Deal Board, in partnership with Cornwall Council, successfully bid for a Town Deal worth £21.9 million to support a range of projects that will contribute to the town’s regeneration and boost the local economy. Cornwall Council is the lead authority for Cornwall Town Deals and supports the governance role of the Penzance Board and administrates the fund.

The Sustainable Travel Network project is being delivered by Cornwall Council in partnership with the Penzance Town Deal Board. It is part of seven revitalisation projects funded by £21.5million from the Government’s Town Deal programme. The Sustainable Travel Network project has been awarded £6.1 million from the Penzance Town Deal program

About the Penzance Town Deal

Penzance was one of four locations in Cornwall selected to bid for the Government’s £3.6b Towns Fund, which aims to drive economic regeneration and level up the region’s economy.

Penzance secured a Town Deal of up to £21.5 m in June 2021, after submitting a Town Investment Plan that outlines seven projects to revitalise Penzance and Newlyn.

To implement the plan, Penzance Town Deal Board collaborates with funded partner organisations and Cornwall Council. Together they aim to create a thriving, resilient place with a diverse economy, providing quality jobs, opportunities, homes and lifestyles. Somewhere that’s welcoming, connects locals and visitors to its inspiring coastline and culture, and puts people and planet first.

These projects are part funded by the Government's Town Deal programme and delivered by Cornwall Council in partnership with the Penzance Town Deal Board.

Find out more about the Penzance Town Deal programme here:

https://penzancetownfund.co.uk

You can also follow Penzance Town Deal on social media.

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Works to enhance Causewayhead due to begin on Monday, 6 January 2025

Works to improve access for pedestrians and cyclists at Causewayhead and provide a more attractive gateway into Penzance are due to begin on Monday, 6 January.

The improvements are being funded by the Penzance Town Deal Sustainable Travel Network project which aims to transform travel in and around the town, creating a fully sustainable network of safe and accessible walking, cycling and functional green and open urban spaces. The project is being delivered by Cornwall Council in partnership with the Penzance Town Deal Board.

Currently seen as an unattractive gateway into the town for people who live or arrive from the north, Causewayhead also experiences problems with “rat running” and has a lack of footways, with some of the existing pedestrian crossings in the wrong places.

Statutory consultation on the proposals was carried out earlier this year. This resulted in a change to the final design to retain pedestrian crossings as requested by the local community.

The scheme will improve walkway and cycling connectivity with improved crossings, increased footway space and traffic calming measures. It will also complement the new Creative Cluster building and create a more attractive gateway with additional open green space, new planting and seating on the high street.

Specific enhancements include widening the existing footway on Causewayhead, installing new granite paving and tactile paving, improving the existing zebra crossing on St Clare St and providing a raised table pedestrian crossing where Causewayhead meets Clarence Street. The existing zebra crossing on Taroveor Road will also be removed and replaced with an uncontrolled, “build out” crossing point, which reduces crossing distance for pedestrians.

The carriageway will be fully resurfaced with new road markings, and pedestrian areas will receive new decorative landscaping and street furniture such as benches and bicycle stands.

The scheme is being constructed by Cormac, with three-way traffic lights in use for the majority of the work to enable the team to work safely.

“This is a busy area and, while we understand the importance of keeping the traffic flowing as well as possible at all times during the construction, we also need to ensure the safety of the teams working on site” said Cormac project manager Tom James.

“We recognise that the works will inevitably cause some temporary disruption to motorists and will be monitoring the traffic closely to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible and delays are kept to a minimum.”

Access for residents and businesses, and for deliveries and to car parks will be maintained at all times.

The final resurfacing and application of road markings will be carried out at night time towards the end of the programme, as a full road closure will be required.

The works are currently due to be completed in June 2025

Anyone with queries or concerns about the works is asked to call 0300 1234 222 or email Cormac at contracting@cormacltd.co.uk

The Causewayhead scheme is one of a number of projects which are taking place in Penzance over the coming months. These include the development at Coinagehall Street, which involves the closure of the street between Battery Road and Coinagehall Mews to traffic (pedestrian access is being maintained along the pavement), the closure of St Anthony’s car park for remodelling and the closure of one section of Quay Street.

Partners are working closely together to manage the impact of all the schemes and ensure that the works are properly co-ordinated.

You can view a short video about the Sustainable Travel Network project here :


About the Sustainable Travel Network Project

The key aims of the Penzance Sustainable Travel Network project are to transform travel in and around the town, creating a fully sustainable network of safe and accessible walking, cycling and functional green and open urban spaces.

This includes implementing high quality public realm at key spatial locations and complementary to major investments, for example Causewayhead Creative Cluster, Coinagehall, the waterfront and town centre. The changes will help to support traffic calming, improve walking and cycling connectivity and introduce additional outdoor space on the high-street.

The Sustainable Travel Network project will enable residents and visitors to make more sustainable and greener choices for how they travel by:

  • enhancing and connectivity within Penzance and Newlyn
  • building a network of safe walking and cycling paths
  • reducing traffic congestion and pollution
  • improving the health and well-being of residents and visitors
  • supporting the local economy and regeneration.
  • creating more public space and greenery in Penzance

The proposals focus on several locations including Market Place and Green Market, the top of Causewayhead, Branwells Gyratory, Coinagehall Street, Market Jew Street, Wharf Road and New Road.

In 2021 Penzance Town Deal Board, in partnership with Cornwall Council, successfully bid for a Town Deal worth £21.9 million to support a range of projects that will contribute to the town’s regeneration and boost the local economy. Cornwall Council is the lead authority for Cornwall Town Deals and supports the governance role of the Penzance Board and administrates the fund.

The Sustainable Travel Network project is being delivered by Cornwall Council in partnership with the Penzance Town Deal Board. It is part of seven revitalisation projects funded by £21.5million from the Government’s Town Deal programme. The Sustainable Travel Network project has been awarded £6.1 million from the Penzance Town Deal program

About the Penzance Town Deal

Penzance was one of four locations in Cornwall selected to bid for the Government’s £3.6b Towns Fund, which aims to drive economic regeneration and level up the region’s economy.

Penzance secured a Town Deal of up to £21.5 m in June 2021, after submitting a Town Investment Plan that outlines seven projects to revitalise Penzance and Newlyn.

To implement the plan, Penzance Town Deal Board collaborates with funded partner organisations and Cornwall Council. Together they aim to create a thriving, resilient place with a diverse economy, providing quality jobs, opportunities, homes and lifestyles. Somewhere that’s welcoming, connects locals and visitors to its inspiring coastline and culture, and puts people and planet first.

These projects are part funded by the Government's Town Deal programme and delivered by Cornwall Council in partnership with the Penzance Town Deal Board.

Find out more about the Penzance Town Deal programme here:

https://penzancetownfund.co.uk

You can also follow Penzance Town Deal on social media.

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  • CLOSED: The consultation has now closed. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to respond to the questionnaire.

    Penzance Town Deal - Sustainable Travel Network Project Questionnaire

    In June 2021, the Government announced that Penzance was successful in its bid to the Town Deal Fund. Penzance has been allocated up to £21.5 million from the Town Deal fund to support seven projects that will improve the town’s prosperity, infrastructure and sustainable economic growth.

    The project is a practical response to the Climate Emergency declaration made by Penzance Town Council and Cornwall Council in 2019. The Sustainable Travel Network Project aims to make improvements that will enhance the town centre and enable residents and visitors make more sustainable and greener choices for how they travel.

    Through this survey we would like to hear your views and gather your comments, concerns and ideas so we can set out a development that everybody can be proud of. We anticipate this questionnaire will take up to 15 minutes to complete.


    Thank you for your time.

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