New walking route to Toton Lane tram stop that’ll be ‘useful’ for residents

The development of a new walking and cycling route in Stapleford has been given the go-ahead and residents think it’s positive for the area.

The proposed new route will see Nottinghamshire County Council upgrade Baulk Lane, in Stapleford, to provide a better link for pedestrians and cyclists to the Toton Lane tram stop.

The lane forms part of the strategic cycle network identified through the development of the D2N2 Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan. It is also a part of its 15-year programme to deliver cycle improvements across the County.

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The new scheme will be paid for from £1,081,761 in funding allocated from the Department for Transport. Juliet Sisson was among local residents to pledge support for the project.

“It’s always going to be a good thing for walking and cycling, definitely,” said the 58-year-old. “Especially when they are pushing less car use.”

Vaughan Reed, 62, thought the improvements would be good due to the accessibility to facilities in the area. He said: “On Baulk Lane, it’s a nice crossing. It’s always got this (Bardills) island or Bramcote island. There’s the main roads then the countryside. You can get from Stapleford into Bramcote, then the countryside. Lots of dog walkers use it (Baulk Lane). You can get to the garden centre as well and to the tram stop.”