Tongham Placemaking Project
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In July we shared that a public consultation on the introduction of traffic calming measures in Tongham was open. The period during which residents and interested members of the public may make any observations, or formally object to, the proposed traffic calming measures expires on 28 August 2023.
In connection with the proposals referred to above, a related public consultation on a traffic regulation order (TRO) to make changes to parking along The Street is now live. The TRO consultation proposes a prohibition on driving and parking of motor vehicles on the footway and verge areas on a length of the east side of The Street, Tongham. This extends from the southern property boundary line of number 39 northwards to a point opposite the northern kerb-line of Grange Road. This consultation closes on 6 September 2023. To comment on the proposals, please see the links below.
In March 2023 we shared plans for the first phase of planned improvement works in Tongham. The plans outlined changes to The Street, including the introduction of a series of raised tables, improvements to the uncontrolled pedestrian crossing point north of the Manor House flats and a footway parking ban. The plans also outlined changes to Oxenden Road including road narrowing and the addition of a speed cushion. Since sharing these plans some minor changes have been made, including the repositioning of a speed cushion and changes to the drainage.
The update shared in March also included information on proposed works to reduce vehicle speeds on Poyle Road – due to some changes to the plans for Poyle Road, it is now intended that these works will be delivered alongside the second phase of improvements in Tongham. This phase of the scheme is being designed in line with feedback received from engagement with residents last year and we will share plans at a later stage once they have been developed.
Following feedback received in the earlier engagement, the scheme proposes to ban pavement parking along The Street to ensure pavements remain clear for pedestrians, making them safer and easier to use.
Residents can comment on the proposed pavement parking ban via the Surrey Says survey. Sign up to the Tongham e-newsletter on the Tongham Enhancements page on the Surrey County Council website for updates on the scheme and notification of any upcoming consultation.
The changes are to be monitored for a period of up to six months, and if appropriate, a 20-mph zone will also be introduced.
The drawings below show the changes being implemented in phase one. Images one to three show The Street and image four shows Oxenden Road.
Background
In 2022 Surrey County Council shared proposals to improve road safety for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists and better utilise green space in Tongham. Since the initial engagement, plans have been developed to deliver the scheme. To see information about the earlier engagement, visit the Ash and Tongham enhancements commonplace site.
The scheme will be carried out in two phases. The plans developed at this stage are for the first phase of the improvements. We aim to start work on phase one in Spring or Summer 2023. The final plans are still being developed for phase two of the scheme, we will share further updates once we have these.
Phase one: delivering road safety improvements on The Street, Oxenden Road and Poyle Road Comment on traffic calming proposals in Tongham
A public consultation on the introduction of traffic calming measures in Tongham is now open. These measure form part of phase one improvements to road safety for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists in the village. To comment on the traffic calming proposals please complete the Surrey Says survey.
The public consultation for parking changes on The Street is due to go live at a later date. Please sign up for alerts via commonplace and we will share a news update once it is live.
Updated Plans July 2023
In March 2023 we shared plans for the first phase of planned improvement works in Tongham. The plans outlined changes to The Street, including the introduction of a series of raised tables, improvements to the uncontrolled pedestrian crossing point north of the Manor House flats and a footway parking ban. The plans also outlined changes to Oxenden Road including road narrowing and the addition of a speed cushion. Since sharing these plans some minor changes have been made, including the repositioning of a speed cushion and changes to the drainage. Please see the updated drawings on the Ash and Tongham enhancements commonplace website.
The update shared in March also included information on proposed works to reduce vehicle speeds on Poyle Road – due to some changes to the plans for Poyle Road, it is now intended that these works will be delivered alongside the second phase of improvements in Tongham. This phase of the scheme is being designed in line with feedback received from engagement with residents last year and we will share plans at a later stage once they have been developed.
Improvements include:
- Introduction of a series of raised tables and pedestrian crossing point on The Street
- A speed cushion and kerb buildout on Oxenden Road
Following feedback received in the earlier engagement, the scheme proposes to ban pavement parking along The Street to ensure pavements remain clear for pedestrians, making them safer and easier to use.
Residents will be able to comment on the proposed pavement parking ban through the statutory consultation process. Sign up for news alerts on the Ash and Tongham enhancements commonplace website to be notified when the consultation is live.
The changes are to be monitored for a period of up to six months, and if appropriate, a 20-mph zone will also be introduced.