Plan is bad for pedestrians

The plans to dual the A2300, which are currently the subject of a public consultation, have one major flaw.

Although the consultation web page (https://haveyoursay.westsussex.gov.uk/highways-and-transport/a2300/consult_view/) states that the scheme will “improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists along the A2300 corridor”, the opposite is true.

At present it is possible to walk or cycle to the Hickstead junction along Gatehouse Lane and Jobs Lane, with only one crossing of the A2300 being necessary. If the scheme is implemented as planned, this journey will now require crossing the access roads (both on and off) for three roundabouts.