Date published: 2025-10-31 | Category: Bath, Parking and Travel, Tackling the climate and ecological emergency, Transport and Development, WECA
Two crossings to make walking, wheeling and cycling safer and more accessible for children have been completed in the south of Bath.
Children from Ralph Allen School joined deputy head teacher Seb Witts and Cabinet Member for Sustainable Transport Delivery Lucy Hodge at the recently completed crossing outside of the school. Work has also been completed on a new crossing at Frome Road.
Both crossings are part of the Scholars’ Way project, which is designed to connect educational institutions and residential areas across the south of Bath. The scheme will make walking, wheeling and cycling safer, and more accessible, offering a healthy and environmentally friendly alternative to car travel.
The western section of the route will link Combe Down to St Martin’s Garden Primary School via Mulberry Park, featuring off-road paths, upgraded crossings, and improved pedestrian and cycling facilities.
Construction on the western section began in July and is scheduled to be complete by spring 2026. Work on a new segregated cycleway on Midford Road and widening of footways along Mulberry Way have commenced.
Councillor Lucy Hodge said: “It’s fantastic to see the Scholars’ Way project taking shape with these new crossings, which will make a real difference to how children and families travel to school.
“Creating safer, more accessible routes for walking, wheeling and cycling is central to our commitment to sustainable transport and healthier communities.
“I’m proud that Bath & North East Somerset Council is investing in infrastructure that supports young people and helps reduce reliance on cars.”
Helen Godwin, Mayor of the West of England, said: “We all want better, safer walking, wheeling, and cycling routes for people’s everyday journeys. Working together with the local council, that is what the Scholars’ Way project is delivering with our joint investment in the south of Bath.
“I am delighted to see these two crossings open and know they will be well used by families on the daily school run.
“Active travel is an important part of how people get around, with real health benefits. It also cuts pollution, which we here in the West Country really care about.”
The council has been working closely with contractors to minimise inconvenience wherever possible. Mitigation measures are in place to help manage traffic and ensure the works are delivered efficiently and safely.
As part of the upcoming work, road closures will be required in the below locations:
- Combe Road: 5 to 19 November (24/7 closure)
- Combe Road/Bradford Road: 9 to 21 November from 7pm to 6am
- Midford Road: 12 to 14 November from 7pm to 6am
- Entry Hill Crossing: 8 October to 19 November (24/7 closure)
Stay Informed
Residents and road users can stay up to date with the project’s progress and provide feedback by visiting the Scholars’ Way page at https://www.bathnes.gov.uk/scholars-way.
To stay up to date on the latest transport developments across Bath & North East Somerset, including Scholars’ Way, check out our interactive Transport Action Map: https://www.bathnes.gov.uk/transport-action-map.
The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority is responsible for distributing the UK Government’s CRSTS funds to viable schemes in the region. Its members, including the West of England Mayor and leaders from the Mayoral Combined Authority’s three constituent councils: Bath & North East Somerset Council, Bristol City Council and South Gloucestershire Council.