Simple, affordable fares, reliable bus journeys, easy and safe routes to walk or wheel to schools, shops, and local facilities, and tackling congestion are just some of items that form Sheffield’s Transport Vision for the next two decades.
The installation of pedestrian crossings, the extension of dedicated cycle routes and upgraded bus stops are among the proposals for the Road network around one of the most historic areas of Sheffield.
Ambitious plans have been unveiled after residents and businesses in the city centre called for improvements to public transport and park and ride, as well as better walking, wheeling and cycling options to help people get around more easily and safely.
The Chief Executive of Sheffield City Council has described the £1.5 billion being awarded to South Yorkshire as part of the Government’s £15 billion for transport projects as “game changing”.
With the number of shopping days rapidly disappearing before Santa begins his rounds, and the chance to get your free TravelMaster CityWide One-Day ticket running out, Sheffield City Council has decided to extend the offer.
Sheffield’s city centre is undergoing an exciting transformation. With improvements on Fargate nearing completion, the Heart of the City thriving and progress on the new city centre park at Castlegate, there are lots of reasons to celebrate Sheffield.
The creation of more people-friendly, prosperous streets in Sheffield city centre is due to get underway, helping to bring in a more open, attractive and spacious area for people to relax, enjoy and spend time in.
Sheffield is changing, it’s transforming into a cleaner, greener and more thriving city. As part of those plans, several new transport projects are taking shape aimed at giving people a choice with how the travel around.
