{"id":69649,"date":"2026-05-01T14:08:35","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T13:08:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/news\/?p=69649"},"modified":"2026-05-01T14:08:49","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T13:08:49","slug":"work-set-start-phase-two-of-ogwell-walking-cycling-link","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/news\/work-set-start-phase-two-of-ogwell-walking-cycling-link\/","title":{"rendered":"Work set to start on phase two of the Ogwell Walking and Cycling Link"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Construction work on phase two of the Ogwell Walking and Cycling Link project will begin next week (week commencing 4 May), marking the next stage in the delivery of a key active travel route for Newton Abbot and the surrounding area.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This phase will deliver a new 90\u2011metre shared\u2011use path. The route will extend from Bakers Park, pass through the existing hedgerow, cross the driveway to Bradley Manor, and connect through to Beverley Way, further strengthening safe and sustainable travel links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phase one, completed in 2024, delivered a new section of pathway alongside the tennis courts, road improvements at Steppes Meadow, and enhanced access at Bakers Park car park. This initial phase marked the first step in creating a safe and convenient alternative to Totnes Road, giving residents and visitors greater confidence to walk or cycle between the town centre and Ogwell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jointly delivered by us and Teignbridge District Council (TDC), the work for phase two will involve construction of a new shared-use path, along with associated drainage, boundary treatments, and landscaping where required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A small temporary works compound will be established near Beverley Way to safely support construction activities. To accommodate this, access to on-street parking will not be permitted for the duration of the scheme at the end of Beverley Way opposite properties six to 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This next phase is funded through the Active Travel Fund, our Local Transport Plan grant, Homes England funding and Section 106 contributions administered by TDC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Construction is expected to last around 10 weeks, subject to weather and site conditions. Normal working hours will be 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local residents have been informed of the work, and every effort will be made to minimise noise and disruption. Safe access will be maintained wherever possible, and emergency access will always be available.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Councillor Jacqi Hodgson, Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Biodiversity, said:<\/p><\/div>\r\n \t\t

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\u201cWe’re pleased to be working with Teignbridge District Council on this project and it’s really good news that work is starting on this key active travel route. Once it’s completed this new shared path will give people a dedicated safe route to walk or cycle on short local trips, which is great for improving health and the local environment.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n\t<\/blockquote>\r\n

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\r\n Councillor Jacqi Hodgson, Leader of the Green and Independent Group and Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Bio-diversity<\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n <\/figure>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n <\/div>\n\n\n

Councillor Gary Taylor, Teignbridge District Council Executive Member for Planning and Building Control, said:<\/strong> \u201cWe are pleased to be starting work on the second phase of this important project, which continues to expand the active travel network connecting Newton Abbot and its surrounding communities. By providing a traffic-free route between the town centre and Ogwell, this scheme increases opportunities for families to be active, enjoy local green spaces, and reduce short car journeys by enabling more people to walk or cycle to school, work, and use town centre facilities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once phase two is complete, further feasibility work will begin on the next stage of the Ogwell Link. 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