Current active travel projects

Our schemes are split into two categories:

1. Schemes being delivered - these schemes have received funding and will be delivered this year, subject to approval.
2. Schemes in development - these are proposed schemes which are at an earlier stage of feasibility studies, design and engagement with stakeholders.

Depending on its complexity or size, a scheme may be in development for several years before it is at a stage where we are ready to bid for funding to construct the new route.

Schemes being delivered this year

NCN4 improvements

The Clyne Valley Path forms part of the National Cycle Network Route 4 and runs from Blackpill to Gowerton.

It is a key active travel route that connects different communities and is well used for commuting and leisure trips. Users told us how the path was uneven, suffered from flooding, and was often congested. Previously we widened and re-surfaced the Clyne Valley Path between Blackpill and Killay. This year we will continue those works, improving the next section of the path between Killay and Dunvant, a distance of 1.55km.

The path will be widened and resurfaced, with new seating and improved drainage to reduce instances of flooding. These works will improve the experience of using the path, and enable more active journeys to be taken comfortably. Our ambition is to continue the improvements to Gowerton in future years, subject to funding.

The works are expected to begin in late October or early November, and will take around two months to complete. It is likely that the path will need to be closed for some periods during construction, however we will endeavour to keep any disruption to a minimum. More details on any closures will be announced in due course.

NCN4 improvements - Killay to Dunvant (PDF, 1 MB)

Derwen Fawr to Killay link

This scheme will deliver an off-road active travel route connecting the communities of Killay, Derwen Fawr and Olchfa, through resurfacing of the path known as Old Carriage Drive. The new 750 metre long, 3-metre-wide surface will enable more walking, wheeling and cycling journeys to be made between the communities. The scheme will also contribute to our ambition of providing access on and off the Clyne Valley Path in Killay without the need for using the difficult Railway Inn access point.

As a section of the path is on a gradient, a 2-meter-wide canter strip will be provided to cater for equestrians. A new access gate will be installed to control vehicle access. Bollards will be installed to manage speed, and new information panels will be provided to highlight the rich historical heritage of the area. Two existing culverts will be strengthened and new seating installed to provide places of rest. Various ecological enhancements (such as new bird boxes) will also be undertaken as part of the scheme.

The works are expected to begin in late October or early November and will take around two months to complete. The path will need to be closed during construction. We will endeavour to keep any disruption to a minimum. More details on any closures will be announced in due course.

Access and placemaking improvements

This scheme will continue the delivery of access and placemaking improvements within the Sandfields area. It aims to make the streets more accessible and attractive for walking, wheeling and cycling. Planned works include removing physical barriers, installing dropped curbs, enhancing pedestrian crossings, and adding planters to improve public spaces.  

Cycle parking

New cycle parking infrastructure will be delivered across Swansea at key destinations and adjacent to active travel routes. This could include residential cycle hangers to help overcome bike storage challenges for residents with limited indoor space, by providing them with secure, outdoor storage facilities. 

Barrier removal

Non-compliant barriers will be removed or replaced on our active travel network to ensure accessibility for all. Examples of non-compliant barriers include gates, boulders or bollards that block wheelchairs or pushchairs from passing by. 

Schemes in development for future years

Clyne Common

This new shared-use path will travel on the southern side of the B4436 over Clyne Common, between Mayals and Bishopston. It is approximately 2.5km long and will be 3m wide. It will provide an off-road route linking from Bishopston Comprehensive School to the recently constructed Mayals route, enabling people living in the Bishopston and Murton areas to have access to the wider active travel network to Mumbles, Swansea and beyond via National Cycle Route 4.

• Main common section (Clyne Common - proposed shared use map) (PDF, 266 KB)
• Northway section breakdown, between the common and Murton Green (Clyne Common - proposed shared use map) (PDF, 857 KB)
• Murton Green Road (Clyne Common - proposed shared use map) (PDF, 242 KB)

Pontarddulais Connect

This scheme consists of a number of interventions being delivered over several years, and will connect the town of Pontarddulais with the existing active travel network, and facilitate journeys to and from Carmarthenshire, which borders Pontarddulais. 
 
Routes will connect key residential areas of Pontarddulais with schools, Pontarddulais train station, leisure facilities, retail outlets and south via the new active travel corridor joining to the rest of Swansea's network. 

Loughor to Gowerton

A new 3m wide shared pedestrian and cycle path is proposed to connect Gowerton to Loughor for pedestrians and cyclists, approximately 2km in length, to enhance connectivity between the two communities which experience severance caused by the A484. The route will provide access to the Elba Leisure Centre, Gowerton Medical Centre, a Tesco Express, two churches and a Caravan and Motorhome Club campsite.

This scheme will be delivered across two phases. Phase one will comprise the southern section of the route from Gowerton. It will commence from Ffordd Beck (at the entrance to the Elba Sports Complex) and will pass the playing fields and join Pont Y Cob Road, where it will continue to Island Bridge. Phase two will include the replacement of the existing one-lane Island Bridge and continue along Culfor Road and connect to Loughor.

Penclawdd to Gowerton

This scheme seeks to complete a missing link in active travel provision between the communities of Penclawdd and Gowerton along the B4295, where pedestrians currently must use a narrow footway, whilst cyclists must re-join a carriageway. This scheme will enhance active travel options for Penclawdd residents, providing connectivity to Gowerton and offering wider access to the active travel network via National Cycle Network Route 4. Once completed, the scheme will also enable greater access to Gower.

Three Crosses to Dunvant and Upper Killay

This scheme seeks to deliver a safe active travel route between the communities of Three Crosses, Dunvant and Upper Killay. Existing routes via Dunvant Road and Tirmynydd Road lack footways and dedicated off-road cycling provision, forcing pedestrians and cyclists to share the carriageway with motor vehicles. The scheme aims to provide off-road active travel infrastructure to enable safe walking and cycling journeys between the communities.