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Councils and University of Oxford launch green travel masterplan for walking and cycling
Overview
Oxfordshire County Council, Oxford City Council, and the University of Oxford have launched 'The Oxford Greenways', a long-term masterplan featuring 18 proposed walking, wheeling, and cycling routes to connect Oxford with nearby communities within an eight-mile radius.
Key points
- The Oxford Greenways plan proposes 18 routes connecting Oxford to nearby areas like Woodstock, Kidlington, and Abingdon.
- The network will combine existing, upgraded, and new routes including traffic-free sections, segregated paths, and quieter on-road links.
- The initiative aims to improve access to jobs, education, and services while reducing congestion and supporting healthier lifestyles.
- Delivery is planned in stages using funding from government investment, council funds, developer contributions, and partnerships.