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19/10/2026

🚗🚌 Big news for Essex! 🚴🚶

Nearly £379 million will be invested in improving transport across Essex by 2030.

The funding will help:
✅ Repair and maintain roads, including tackling potholes
✅ Improve public transport services
✅ Enhance walking and cycling routes
✅ Deliver transport projects that keep communities connected

The new A Better Connected Essex strategy aims to create a safer, more reliable and sustainable transport network, making it easier for residents to travel for work, education and leisure.

Find out more below:

The Local Transport Plan is our approach for transport in Essex. It sets out our aspirations for improving travel in the county, demonstrating the importance of meeting these aspirations to achieving sustainable long-term economic growth in Essex and enriching the lives of our residents.

25/09/2026

🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️ Safer walking and cycling starts with better road maintenance.

Essex County Council's new 'Pothole? We're on it.' campaign is shining a spotlight on the work underway to repair roads across the county as part of the Pothole Emergency Programme.

Backed by a £7.5 million investment, additional repair crews are now working in every Essex district, borough and city area, helping to tackle more potholes and improve the condition of our roads.

While pothole repairs benefit all road users, they're particularly important for people who choose active travel. Better road surfaces can make walking, wheeling and cycling safer, more comfortable and more appealing, supporting our wider ambition to create healthier and more sustainable communities.

We're looking forward to seeing the positive impact these improvements have on everyday journeys across Essex.

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24/09/2026

📢 Help Shape the Future of Bus Travel in Colchester

Whether you travel by bus every day, occasionally, or not at all, we want to hear from you.

The Colchester Bus Growth Partnership has launched a city-wide survey to better understand how people travel, what works well, and where improvements could be made.

Your feedback will help shape future bus services and initiatives, making it easier and more attractive for residents to choose the bus for their journeys.

🚌 Have your say and help influence the future of public transport in Colchester.

22/09/2026

🚴‍♀️ Book Your Child's Cycling Course Today! 🚴‍♂️

We're excited to offer a range of cycling courses designed to help children build confidence and develop essential bike skills:

✅ Bikeability Level 1

✅ Bikeability Level 1 & 2

✅ Learn to Ride

✅ NEW: Child Bike Workshop & Learn to Ride

Venues: Chelmsford, Colchester, Harlow & Witham

Give your child the opportunity to learn valuable cycling skills in a safe and supportive environment.

To book, see below!

A max of maximum of 30-minutes will be spent on the bike, and might need to signpost you to a ‘bike shop’ if repairs required exceed this time.

11/09/2026

🚐 Have your say on Community Transport in Essex

Essex County Council is seeking feedback on Community Transport services and local transport needs. Your views will help us understand how services are used, identify gaps and barriers, and shape future improvements and investment.

Community Transport supports around 370,000 passenger journeys every year, helping residents stay independent, active, and connected.

The survey takes around 10 minutes to complete, have a look below:

Find and participate in consultations run by Essex County Council

08/09/2026

📢 Exciting plans are underway to improve public transport connections in Chelmsford.

Essex County Council is working towards introducing a new shuttle bus service between Boreham village and Beaulieu Park Station, making it easier for residents to access rail services and travel sustainably.

The proposed service responds directly to feedback from local residents and councillors who highlighted the need for stronger links between the village and the station.

If approved, the shuttle service, funded through bus grant funding, is expected to begin operating in early 2027.

It will provide better connections. more travel choices and more connected Essex. 🚍

04/09/2026

🚴 New Online Training to Help Adults Cycle with Confidence

Many adults would like to cycle more but lack the confidence to ride on today's roads. That's where CycleIn comes in.

Developed by The Bikeability Trust and TSO, CycleIn is a flexible, self-paced online training platform designed to help adults build practical cycling knowledge and confidence.

Suitable for commuters, parents and carers, leisure cyclists, e-bike users, delivery riders and employees across all sectors, the training aims to make cycling a more realistic option for everyday journeys.

CycleIn delivers accredited cycle training for individuals and organisations — book a course and build the confidence to ride safely on today's roads.

27/08/2026

Heading to the Colchester Summer Series? Travel smarter and make your journey part of a more sustainable Essex.

From 20 to 29 August, Castle Park will welcome thousands of visitors for a fantastic programme of live music.

With large events placing additional pressure on city centre roads and parking, choosing sustainable travel options can help reduce congestion, improve air quality and make journeys more efficient for everyone.

🚌 Colchester Park and Ride offers a convenient alternative to driving into the city centre. For just £8.50, visitors can park for the day and use the frequent bus service into Colchester, followed by a short walk to Castle Park.

By choosing Park and Ride, you're helping to:

✅ Reduce traffic congestion in the city centre

✅ Lower transport-related emissions

✅ Support a cleaner, healthier environment

✅ Enjoy a stress-free journey to and from the event

Find out more and book your space via the Travel Essex website.

🔗: https://www.travelessex.co.uk/park-and-ride/colchester-park-and-ride?

disability concessionary passes and, where eligible, their companion, £1.70 before 9am (Mondays to Fridays) , Free at any other time.

24/08/2026

🚧 Road improvements approved to support Chelmsford Garden Community

Essex County Council has approved the Beaulieu Access Package, bringing vital upgrades to the A12 and Beaulieu Park Station roundabout to support the growth of the Chelmsford Garden Community.

The improvements will help unlock 10,000 new homes, alongside new schools, businesses, health facilities and community spaces.

This follows Essex's commitment to an infrastructure-first approach and complements the ongoing construction of the Chelmsford North East Bypass, due for completion later this summer!

Together, these investments will improve connectivity, enhance road safety and support sustainable growth across the area.

A planning application for Chelmsford Garden Community Zone 2 was submitted by Countryside L&Q to Chelmsford City Council on 30 October 2023. Further details are outlined in the “Have Your Say” section below.

17/08/2026

Ready to get back on your bike or start cycling more often? 🚴‍♀️

Sofa to Saddle, by Cycling UK is a fun, free, programme designed to help you build confidence and make cycling a regular part of your routine.

Similar to Couch to 5K, over eight weeks, you'll receive the support and guidance you need to turn your motivation into getting into cycling to action!

You can set achievable distance goals and discover new routes, whilst receiving practical tips and encouragement along the way all at your own pace.

Whether you're looking to improve your health, save money on travel, or simply enjoy being more active, Sofa to Saddle can help you get started!

Check it out below:

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