Athlone Active Travel Schemes Bundle
A proposed series of high quality active travel routes and measures for the town of Athlone.
Welcome
Discover a greener, healthier, and more connected Athlone with our Active Travel Schemes Bundle. Designed to enhance mobility and reduce carbon emissions, these urban active travel routes provide safe, sustainable, and enjoyable ways to navigate our vibrant town. Whether you’re a local resident or a visiting tourist, these routes are tailored to meet the needs of walkers, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.
Project Development Process
Westmeath County Council (The Client/WCC) as the Contracting Authority and National Transport Authority (NTA), appointed AtkinsRéalis (the Consultant) to provide Engineering-led Multi-disciplinary Consultancy and Design services for the concept development & option selection, preliminary design and statutory processes of active travel provisions and associated works on the Athlone Active Travel Schemes Bundle.
The following are the key service requirements of the proposed project:
1.Identification of constraints and development of scheme options report including multi-criteria assessment of the proposed design options;
2.Development of a preliminary design and associated design report for the preferred option;
3.Obtain necessary statutory approval / consent for the proposed scheme;
The following are the project phases that each scheme must follow, as per the NTA Project Approval Guidelines.
The following are the key service requirements of the proposed project:
1.Identification of constraints and development of scheme options report including multi-criteria assessment of the proposed design options;
2.Development of a preliminary design and associated design report for the preferred option;
3.Obtain necessary statutory approval / consent for the proposed scheme;
The following are the project phases that each scheme must follow, as per the NTA Project Approval Guidelines.
The Athlone Active Travel Schemes Bundle represents a transformative approach to urban travel, offering multiple interconnected routes across the town. These schemes aim to:
The purpose of the Preliminary Design Phase is to examine the emerging preferred options proposed and the assessment and appraisal for these options. During this phase, the emerging preferred options for each route would be developed to a standard where a general layout with sufficient details would be provided to support the preparation of the relevant planning documentations.
- Promote Sustainability: By encouraging walking and cycling, we aim to reduce traffic congestion and lower emissions.
- Enhance Safety: Redesigned pathways and designated cycle lanes prioritise safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Boost Accessibility: Improved connectivity ensures seamless access to key destinations, including schools, workplaces, and local attractions.
- Encourage Healthy Living: Active travel is a fantastic way to integrate physical activity into daily routines.
The purpose of the Preliminary Design Phase is to examine the emerging preferred options proposed and the assessment and appraisal for these options. During this phase, the emerging preferred options for each route would be developed to a standard where a general layout with sufficient details would be provided to support the preparation of the relevant planning documentations.
The Routes
The project is located in Athlone, a town on the border of counties Roscommon and Westmeath. It is situated on the southern coast of Lough Ree. In total there is approximately 16km of active travel planned for Athlone. The 16km identified has been divided into 6 separate sub routes, these routes are as indicated below. Click on the icons for more info on each route.
- 2.8 km - Elliott Rd/Grace Rd/Old Galway Rd to Roscommon County Boundary at Baylough (R446) and Roscommon Rd (T914).
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- 2.5km - Garrycastle Roundabout via Retreat Road and Grace Park Road to the Crescent Junction (L4006/L4008).
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Benefits of the Schemes
Constructing the Athlone Active Travel Schemes would provide numerous benefits including:
