Update, August 2026
We're running statutory consultations for walking, wheeling, cycling and bus stop improvements.
Consultations for work in Midsomer Norton, Peasedown St John and Farrington Gurney are now open and will run until 3 September 2026.
The consultation for Clutton (Rogers Close) is now open and will run until 10 September.
Please read through Our proposals to find out more about the schemes. For guidance on submitting your comments, see How to submit a TRO consultation response, below.
We're also improving pedestrian crossings and bus facilities at Bear Flat from the end of July to mid-November. Construction will take place in phases to reduce disruption on the A367. Please see the Bear Flat construction programme.
Following public consultation in 2025 on the Somer Valley Links scheme, we are progressing proposals that encourage safe and accessible active travel across the area, including new travel hubs, upgraded bus stops, improved junctions, new crossings and better walking, wheeling and cycling routes.
Proposed travel hubs aim to bring together several travel options all in one place – for example, public transport, e-scooters, and links to walking, wheeling and cycling routes. Examples of travel hub measures are: bike storage at bus stops, information points, bus shelters with real-time information and cycle repair stations. Designs vary to suit local needs.
See Our proposals to find out more.
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Our proposals (2026 to 2027)
We will progress proposals in the following locations, subject to statutory consultation, during 2026 and 2027.
The statutory TRO consultations for Farrington Gurney, Midsomer Norton and Ashgrove/Keel's Hill are now open. The Bear Flat scheme is in construction.
Please expand the sections below to find out more.
From 27 July to mid-November, following the statutory consultation, we are installing the following measures to improve bus reliability and active travel at Bear Flat. Please also view the construction programme and temporary traffic management in place to keep everyone safe.
Outcomes of statutory TRO consultation
To view the outcomes of the recent statutory consultation and our responses to the themes raised, please refer to Report 5a in the related documents section for each order: TRO Ref: 26-043 (A B & C)
Improved pedestrian crossings
- Safer, shorter pedestrian crossing on A367 Wells Road outside the Bear Inn, reducing crossing time and bus delays
- Continuous raised crossings at Hayes Place, Shakespeare Avenue, Bruton Avenue and Bloomfield Avenue to support pedestrian priority and accessibility
Improved bus facilities/travel hub
- New travel hub with upgraded northbound bus stop, seating, green roof shelter and real time information
- Extended northbound bus lay-by (space for two buses)
- Widening of the existing bus gate on Bloomfield Road
- Removal of the southbound bus stop north of Shakespeare Avenue and consolidation with the stop just south of Shakespeare Avenue
- Wider pavements, new seating and planting outside the Bear Inn near the travel hub
- More cycle parking and improved wayfinding next to the northbound stop
Support for businesses loading/unloading
- New loading bays opposite Shakespeare Avenue and between the Co op and Beechen Cliff Drive to support businesses and reduce disruption to traffic and bus services
View a map of the Bear Flat proposals
We will be providing:
- wider pavements
- a new pedestrian crossing with lights over A37
- an upgraded bus stop with real-time information display
- improvements to the pedestrian crossing over Rogers Close
Proposed improvements include:
- A raised continuous crossing at the Ham Lane/A37 Bristol Road junction, level with the pavement. This is to slow approaching vehicles and prioritise pedestrians.
- An upgraded crossing at the Pitway Lane and Church Lane junctions with the A37 Bristol Road. It will include resurfacing and tactile paving.
- Resurfacing the pedestrian area at the Main Street/A37 Bristol Road junction. Plus, adding new cycle parking and a bike repair station at the Main Street bus stop.
- Wider footways on both sides of the A37 Bristol Road between the upgraded Ham Lane bus shelter and the bus stop opposite Pitway Lane.
- A new signal-controlled crossing on the A37 Bristol Road between the Church Lane and Pitway Lane junctions. This will replace the existing central refuge island.
- An upgraded northbound bus shelter at Ham Lane on the A37 Bristol Road. It will have new seating, a green roof and real-time bus information.
- Real-time bus information at the Main Street bus stop.
We're running a statutory Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) notice period from 13 August to 3 September 2026 for the proposed improvements.
To have your say and submit comments to this scheme, see How to submit a response.
As part of the Somer Valley Links project, we are proposing two new zebra crossings and better cycling facilities in Midsomer Norton.
- A new zebra crossing on the High Street outside the Dorothy House Hospice Shop, near the War Memorial. The nearby parking bay will be removed, but the disabled parking bay will remain.
- New secure cycle parking, a bike repair station, additional planting and a local information point outside the Dorothy House Furniture Store towards Excelsior Street.
- A new zebra crossing on South Road, near the entrance to South Road Car Park, replacing the existing informal crossing.
We're running a statutory Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) notice period from 13 August to 3 September 2026 for the proposed improvements.
To have your say and submit comments to this scheme, see How to submit a response.
We are proposing:
- Introduction of two raised speed ramps on Ashgrove, positioned approximately 20 metres either side of the Keel's Hill junction.
- Improvements to pedestrian crossing facilities across Keel's Hill, including widened pavements on both sides of the road and the installation of tactile paving.
- Installation of a new zebra crossing on Ashgrove, immediately south of the Keel's Hill junction.
- Installation of real-time bus information and a new local information point at the Keel's Hill northbound bus stop towards Bath.
- Relocation of the existing southbound bus stop on Ashgrove to a position south of St Joseph's Catholic Church, including provision of a new bus shelter with seating and real-time bus information.
- Relocation of the existing bench in this area to the adjacent grass verge, alongside the installation of new cycle parking and a bike repair station.
We're running a statutory Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) notice period from 13 August to 3 September 2026 for the proposed improvements.
To have your say and submit comments to this scheme, see How to submit a response.
This lane will be closed to traffic, making it a quiet lane open to walking, wheeling, cycling and horse riding only. It connects residents from Paulton to the shared use path proposed alongside the A362, providing a route to both Farrington Gurney and Midsomer Norton.
Speed reduction to encourage slower speeds along the A367 and allow buses to exit Bath Road more easily.
Proposals not progressing this year
We intend to progress the following areas (phase 1b proposals) next year, subject to statutory consultation. They will not progress in 2026-27. Updates will be provided on this web page.
Please expand the sections below to find out more about the proposals:
We will be providing:
- a continuous cycle route which will follow low-traffic roads or shared use paths next to the road on busier roads
- improved crossings at key locations
We will be providing:
- new pedestrian crossings
- bus priority through the traffic signals making bus travel easier
We will be providing:
- wider pavements to improve access around bus stops
- bus stop improvements including real-time information displays
- improving pedestrian safety by making new crossings
We will be providing:
- measures to encourage slower speeds
- improved pedestrian crossings at A362/Church Street/Fortescue Road
- widened pavements
- shared mobility options such as bikes or car clubs providing more travel choices
- 'H' cycle stands
We will be providing:
- upgraded bus shelters (including real time information and seating)
- widened pavements
- reduction in speed limit to 30mph
- new signalised crossing point over the A367 Bath Road
- cycle stands
We will be providing:
- upgraded bus shelters (including real time information and seating)
- widened pavements
- reduction in speed limit to 20mph with new traffic calming
- new zebra crossing over Bath Road
- improved cycle access to Wellow Lane
A new shared use path connection for walkers, wheelers and cyclists, connecting the A362 from Main Street in Farrington Gurney towards Midsomer Norton and the proposed Somer Valley Links Enterprise Zone scheme.
A new signalised crossing of the A367 Peasedown St John bypass, linking to a quiet lane to Hang Hill and National Cycle Network 24.
Phases 2 and 3
Phases 2 and 3 of the schemes will include other areas identified for improvement along the route shown on the map. They are being reviewed following feedback received during public consultation. Further details will be shared when available.
How to submit a TRO consultation response
Use this section for guidance on using our TRO web pages. If you need support, email TROs@bathnes.gov.uk quoting the Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) reference number.
How to submit a response
- View Our proposals to learn about the schemes
- Select the appropriate link below. Submit a response by selecting the blue 'Respond to Consultation' button at the bottom of the screen
- Please remember to submit responses before 5pm on the closing date
Farrington Gurney, TRO 26-034
This scheme is now subject to a statutory consultation prior to installation in September 2026.
The consultation period is now open and closes on 3 September 2026.
- Toucan crossing: TRO ref: 26-034a
- Maintenance vehicle bay on A37 Bristol Road: TRO ref: 26-034b
- Raised table speed humps: TRO ref: 26-034c
Midsomer Norton (High Street and South Road), TRO 26-035
This scheme is now subject to a statutory consultation prior to installation in Winter 2026.
The consultation period is now open and closes on 3 September 2026.
Ashgrove/Keel’s Hill, Peasedown St John, TRO 26-036
This scheme is now subject to a statutory consultation prior to installation in Winter 2026.
The consultation period is now open and closes on 3 September 2026.
- Zebra crossing: TRO ref: 26-036a
- Raised table speed humps: TRO ref: 26-036b
- Renovation of parking restrictions: TRO ref: 26-036c
Rogers Close, Clutton, TRO 26-037
This scheme is now subject to a statutory consultation prior to installation in Autumn/Winter 2026.
The consultation period is now open and closes on 10 September 2026.
How to respond without internet access
If you don't have access to the internet, legal notices are available at council libraries and information centres from 13 August 2026.
Representations can be made by writing to the below address, clearly stating the TRO reference number and the reason for your objection or response:
Traffic Management Team
Bath & North East Somerset Council
Lewis House
Manvers Street
Bath BA1 1JG
Construction programmes
Please visit this section regularly for up-to-date information on our construction programmes for works underway. Currently we are delivering improvements in Bear Flat.
Bear Flat construction programme
Construction will run from 27 July to mid November 2026.
Most work will be completed without road closures, using narrow lanes and temporary traffic signals.
Access to homes, schools and businesses will be maintained. Access to some streets will be maintained via diversions during some stages of construction.
There will be a temporary pedestrian crossing in place throughout the works.
Please expand the tabs below to see the scheduled work and the temporary traffic management plans in place.
27 July to mid-September (24/7)
Works to install crossings on eastern side of Bear Flat involving diversions
- Right turns into Bruton Avenue and Shakespeare Avenue will be prohibited for northbound traffic heading into Bath.
- Access to these roads will be maintained for southbound vehicles using the official diversion around the Churchill gyratory.
- Hayes Place will be one way and will only allow vehicles to exit. To access the Holloway area, traffic will be diverted via southbound Wellsway, a left turn into Shakespeare Avenue, Chaucer Road, Beechen Cliff Road with a right-turn into Holloway.
Mid-September to mid-November (24/7)
Work outside the The Bear Inn involving diversions
- The junction with Bloomfield Avenue will be closed. Access to Bloomfield Avenue properties, including the Bear Inn car park, will be via Oldfield Road.
- During periods of this work, there will be traffic lights to control the flow of traffic to a single lane to keep workers safe while we build out the pavement.
- The northbound bus stop, outside the Bear Inn will be closed during the works. An alternative stop is available near Kipling Avenue, south of Bloomfield Road.
November (end of project)
Resurfacing requiring overnight road closures with diversions for one week
- Access to properties will be maintained but there will be restricted access to Bruton Avenue. We will contact residents in September regarding access.
- Official diversion signage will be in place closer to the works.
Please visit this website in the autumn for updates.
Contact us
If you have a query or would like to talk to an advisor, please email us at SomerValley_Links@bathnes.gov.uk or call Council Connect on 01225 39 40 41 and ask for the Somer Valley Links team.