Campaign to create a safe cycle route between Totnes and Littlehempston (and on to Newton Abbot), and help complete the missing link the National Cycle Network NCN, route 2.
We are volunteers campaigning to make it possible to cycle or walk in and out of Totnes to the neighbouring villages of Littlehempston, Broadhempston and Ipplepen. We are also seeking to ensure that we solve the missing link in the National Cycle Network (Route NCN2).
The pollution levels in Totnes now regularly breach the recommended safe levels. At the same time, new housing has contributed to increased congestion, in and around the town. Totnes Town Council and the surrounding Parishes of Littehempston and Staverton have declared a climate emergency and are planning a net zero economy by 2030. Changing how we move around will form part of this undertaking. This means more cycling and walking for between Totnes and the neighbouring villages. If you would like to help make this a reality, then please show your support by signing this petition. We have the backing from across the community including residents, MP’s, councillors, schools and businesses.
Over the years, together with Devon County Council and independent consultants, we have exhaustively researched all the possible routes into Totnes from Littlehempston (Newton Abbot). By far the most affordable option that avoids long detours, steep inclines, and/or dangerous crossings is by this using the footbridge (Bulliver Bridge) over the river Dart. This route has been designated as the most suitable option by the County Council’s Highways and Traffic Orders Committee for the South Hams, who gave it their unanimous backing. The route is also supported by cycling charity Sustrans, as well as all local schools and parish councils. The route will also help complete NCN2, a Sustrans cycle path that runs from Dover to St Austell.
Negotiations with landowners are finally progressing, with South Devon Railway now engaging in positive discussions, for which we are extremely grateful. The current focus is on South West Water, who have applied for planning permission for a solar farm which is to be located on the same land that would be used to complete this cycle and walking route. We are hoping to come to a positive agreement with South West Water soon!
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Thank you
South Devon Cycle Link