Parts of Worthing could be connected with new bike lane

In plans by West Sussex County Council, a near continuous cycle lane could be introduced between Durrington and Goring.

Other transport improvements would include more bus shelters and electronic real time information displays.

Where space is available the route, along George V Avenue, would mainly be made up of a 2.5m to 3m two-way segregated cycle track alongside a 2m footway.

But where there is limited space some sections would be shared-use walk/cycle paths and there would be some short sections of on-road route too.

The plans would also mean road traffic capacity improved at the A2032/The Boulevard/Durrington Lane roundabout.

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The area is already busy with residents travelling to schools, work and to access local services and recreation, the council said.

These improvements would help journeys to places such as Durrington High School, Durrington railway station, Worthing Leisure Centre and Goring seafront.

An artist impression at the Columbia Drive and Willow Crescent junction looking at potential walking, cycling and bus shelter improvements (Image: West Sussex County Council)

Councillor Joy Dennis, cabinet member for highways and transport at West Sussex County Council, said: “Following initial public engagement in 2023, which indicated that there is general support for transport improvements in this area, design proposals are now being put forward and I encourage all residents to take a look and share your feedback.

“These proposals are part of the county council’s transport strategy for Worthing, which also includes improving the A27, promoting better public transport and providing more electric vehicle charging points.”

The council has opened a consultation and is encouraging residents and businesses to share their views.

People can complete an online survey (https://yourvoice.westsussex.gov.uk/durrington-goring/surveys/durrington-goring) or attend drop-in events to view the ideas in person and speak to members of the project team.

These will be held at:

• Worthing Leisure Centre, Shaftesbury Avenue, Worthing, BN12 4ET, Thursday, March 21, 2pm to 6pm
• Durrington High School, The Boulevard, Worthing, BN13 1JX, Monday, March 25, 4pm to 8pm.

The schemes are at an early stage of development and likely to depend on securing government grant funding and it is expected to be several years before any construction could begin, the council said.

The consultation is open until 11.55pm on Tuesday, April 30.