Willaston, Thornton and Netherpool

Residents raised concerns about parking and speeding around the Hadlow Road and Wirral Way crossing point due to its popularity with pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders. Concerns centred on vehicles travelling at excessive speeds and inappropriate parking close to the crossing area, which reduced visibility for people attempting to cross safely, as well as for drivers exiting the nearby car park onto Hadlow Road. Parking on the small access lane was also causing difficulties for farming vehicles entering and leaving the lane.

We worked in partnership with Cheshire West and Chester Council (CWAC) to address the concerns raised. This included carrying out speed monitoring in the area and undertaking regular patrols, during which advisory notices were issued to drivers whose vehicles were parked in locations that adversely affected visibility and road safety.
As part of a fully funded Active Travel England scheme, CWAC's Highways and Transport Strategy Teams have now installed a new controlled crossing on Hadlow Road at its junction with the Wirral Way. The innovative 'TRIXIE' crossing provides dedicated crossing facilities for pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders, helping to reduce conflict between different users and improve safety for everyone using this well-used route.
Since the introduction of the crossing, visibility for all users of the area has significantly improved, making it safer to cross the road. The scheme has also prevented parking on the small access lane, resolving long-standing issues for farming vehicles requiring access and egress. Overall, the improvements have enhanced road safety and accessibility for residents and visitors alike.