The idea
Stretton Climate Care, Church Stretton Town Council, Transport for Wales and Shropshire Council all have strategic polities for Active Travel. The objective is to encourage the shift from car to public transport.
By providing instant access to a secure parking space, local residents and tourists can plan to cycle to the station to travel onwards by train.
The lockers will be part of a whole network of secure parking spaces on demand and 24/7, for use by cyclists at railway and bus stations, shopping centres, and other centres.
What we'll deliver
- Installation of secure cycle storage for up to 12 cycles at Church Stretton Railway Station.
Why it's a great idea
At present there are three Sheffield stands at the station for cyclists to secure a cycle with their own locking device. A more secure facility at the railway station will make a ‘cycle plus rail’ journey a feasible alternative to travelling by car. The facility will relieve demand for car parking at the station, and reduce the local road traffic.
The facility will also provide secure cycle storage for local residents and visitors who wish to spend time in the town centre.
Steps to get it done
- Extensive advertising campaign through social media
- Campaign article in Stretton Focus
- Advertising campaign through the Strettons Community Messaging
- Application for two Community Awards
