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21/01/2025
Sutton Coldfield To Benefit From Major Transport Overhaul
A package of transport improvements is set to improve public transport, walking and cycling infrastructure in and around Sutton Coldfield town centre.
The Sutton Gateway scheme, developed collaboratively by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), Birmingham City Council, and the Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council (RSCTC), aims to make the town more accessible and pedestrian-friendly.
The initiative focuses on reducing the barriers posed by the town's ring road, creating a safer and more attractive environment for pedestrians and cyclists while encouraging a shift away from private vehicle use towards sustainable travel options.
A Vision for Regeneration
The scheme is a key component of efforts to regenerate Sutton Coldfield's town centre. By improving access and enhancing the overall appeal of the area, the project seeks to attract more residents and visitors, encouraging them to spend more time in the town.
Additionally, the proposals are designed to stimulate inward investment, supporting economic growth and revitalising the local economy.
The scheme is funded through the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) awarded to the WMCA by Government. £25 million has been earmarked for the project.
Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands and WMCA chair, said: "Revitalising high streets like Sutton Coldfield is a key part of my mission to boost local economies and support our communities.
"This Gateway project will transform travel in and out of the town, attracting new investment in shops, offices, and housing while making Sutton Coldfield a better place to live, work, and visit."
Cllr Majid Mahmood, cabinet member for environment and transport at Birmingham City Council, said: "There is so much to see in and around Sutton, whether the wonderful park, historic quarter or hospitality offer. However, we need to ensure they are all as accessible as possible.
"The Sutton Gateway will aim to improve connections by bus in the town centre, making the existing bus network more attractive to residents and visitors, and create better connectivity for walking and cycling, such as better crossing facilities and an integrated cycleway. This scheme demonstrates what can be achieved when we all work together."
The Sutton Gateway scheme, developed collaboratively by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), Birmingham City Council, and the Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council (RSCTC), aims to make the town more accessible and pedestrian-friendly.
The initiative focuses on reducing the barriers posed by the town's ring road, creating a safer and more attractive environment for pedestrians and cyclists while encouraging a shift away from private vehicle use towards sustainable travel options.
A Vision for Regeneration
The scheme is a key component of efforts to regenerate Sutton Coldfield's town centre. By improving access and enhancing the overall appeal of the area, the project seeks to attract more residents and visitors, encouraging them to spend more time in the town.
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Additionally, the proposals are designed to stimulate inward investment, supporting economic growth and revitalising the local economy.
The scheme is funded through the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS) awarded to the WMCA by Government. £25 million has been earmarked for the project.
Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands and WMCA chair, said: "Revitalising high streets like Sutton Coldfield is a key part of my mission to boost local economies and support our communities.
"This Gateway project will transform travel in and out of the town, attracting new investment in shops, offices, and housing while making Sutton Coldfield a better place to live, work, and visit."
Cllr Majid Mahmood, cabinet member for environment and transport at Birmingham City Council, said: "There is so much to see in and around Sutton, whether the wonderful park, historic quarter or hospitality offer. However, we need to ensure they are all as accessible as possible.
"The Sutton Gateway will aim to improve connections by bus in the town centre, making the existing bus network more attractive to residents and visitors, and create better connectivity for walking and cycling, such as better crossing facilities and an integrated cycleway. This scheme demonstrates what can be achieved when we all work together."
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