Elswick Road cycle track extension and pedestrian safety improvements

The proposal is for the stretch of Elswick Road between Sovereign Place and St John’s Road.

It includes:

• Providing cycle lanes on both sides of the road protected by bolt down kerbs. 
• Creating new pedestrian crossings over Elswick Road near St John’s Road, Bentick Road, and Durham Street.
• Tightening some junctions to reduce the speed of traffic.
• Installing a new signalised junction at Grainger Park Road inc. the exit from Elswick Cemetery.
• Removing the outdated chicanes and traffic islands.
• Changes to traffic movements in and out of some side streets.
• Improvements at bus stops to cater for passengers and cyclists.

A plan of the scheme is available here

Have your say

People are invited to have their say on the proposals before decisions on the design are finalised and brought forward for formal consultation.

We have organised 2 drop-in sessions in Elswick where you can view large scale plans, discuss the scheme with staff and leave your feedback. 

• Monday 19 February 11.30 am to 2.30pm at Elswick Pool, Elswick Park
• Tuesday 27 February 2pm to 6pm at the West End Women & Girls Centre, Elswick Road

Alternatively, you can send your comments by 11 March at  neighbourhoods@newcastle.gov.uk or call us on our message line 0191 278 2767 and ask for a call back.