The latest plans for the Camborne Renew transport scheme are being published for statutory consultation on 30 January.
The scheme is designed to enhance the appearance of Camborne town centre, improve access for pedestrians and cyclists, and increase the amount of time people spend in the town and support the local economy.
The Camborne Renew and Camborne LifeCycle schemes are part of the Camborne Town Deal Transport Project, one of 10 Town Deal funded projects which are aimed at regenerating the heart of Camborne and transforming the town into a visually appealing, accessible place to live, work, shop and visit.
The plans have been developed following extensive engagement with the local community, with the project team working hard to develop a scheme that delivers change, aligns with the project budgets and provides minimum disruption during the construction phase.
The feedback received from residents and businesses during the previous consultation has been used to shape the current designs which focus on improving the environmental aspect of the town centre by adding more seating and plant greenery, better pedestrian crossings, 1 hour free parking at the top of Trelowarren Street and secure cycle parking.
While the scheme is predominantly focused on Trelowarren Street and Commercial Square, there are also proposals to enhance the character of adjoining streets to complement the overall project.
Details of the plans will be available to view on the Camborne Town Deal Transport page on Let’s Talk Cornwall: https://letstalk.cornwall.gov.uk/camborne-renew from 30 January.
The statutory consultation, which will run for three weeks, is being led by Cormac in partnership with the Camborne Town Deal transport team.
Val Dalley, Chair of the Camborne Town Deal Board, said: “The Camborne Renew project is going to make a big difference to our town centre and this consultation is an important opportunity for residents and businesses to have their say on the plans. The project has generated considerable interest and, like my fellow board members, I’m now looking forward to seeing the scheme implemented.”
Louis Gardner, Portfolio Holder for Economy, Cornwall Council added: “Making town centres visually appealing, accessible and places to linger are all key steps to enhancing their vitality. I urge people to keep sharing their vision and needs for Camborne town centre with us.”
To view details of the proposals, including maps and drawings, and to take part in the consultation please visit the transport consultation section on Cornwall Council’s website : www.cornwall.gov.uk/TrafficConsult. Responses can also be provided via email at [email protected].
A report setting out the results of the consultation, with recommendations on the way forward for the scheme, will be considered by members of the Camborne Town Deal Board.
It is anticipated that construction will begin in August.
Information about the plans for the Renew scheme and the wider Camborne Town Deal Transport Project is also available on the Camborne Town Deal website. Please note that responses to the consultation must be submitted via Cornwall Council’s consultation site: www.cornwall.gov.uk/TrafficConsult
Work is also progressing well on the Camborne LifeCycle project. This project willprovide 3.7km of enhanced walking and cycling routes with the aim of encouraging pedestrians and cycle usage, cutting down on car journeys and improving air quality in the town centre. There are schemes taking place at eight separate locations.
Following the completion of the designs for the scheme in October 2024, construction works started at the first location at Rosewarne Road in November and had progressed through to location 5 at Roskear Road by the end of December.
The scheme includes widening the existing footway on the east side of the road and installing a dropped crossing point with tactile paving. The aim is to improve accessibility between Rosewarne car park and the centre of the town for residents and visitors to the area, including those with wheelchairs or prams, and the partially sighted. A new streetlight is also being installed as part of the scheme.
Work has now begun along the sections of the Roskear Tramway and North Roskear Road.
The LifeCycle programme is currently on schedule, with the first portion of the construction works due to be completed before summer 2025 and the second portion of works to be delivered by early 2026.
