A MAJOR milestone in the regeneration of Worcester’s Shrub Hill Quarter has been reached with the completion and opening of a new shared use link connecting the area to the city centre.
Funded by the UK Government and delivered by Worcestershire County Council and Worcester City Council, the new route significantly improves walking, wheeling and cycling connectivity across this key part of the city.
The link follows the line of Cromwell Street from Shrub Hill Road, crossing the canal to Pheasant Street opposite the Asda car park. It now provides a direct, safe and accessible connection between Worcester Shrub Hill Railway Station and the city centre.
Counc Alan Amos, cabinet member for business and skills at Worcestershire County Council, said: “The completion of this shared use path marks a significant step forward for the Shrub Hill Quarter.
“It creates a clear, safe and accessible route for people choosing to walk, wheel or cycle, strengthening links between the station and the city centre. This connection supports our ambition to make Worcester easier to move around and encourage more sustainable travel.
“The Shrub Hill Quarter project is a programme set to create a vibrant, connected, and sustainable new urban quarter in the heart of Worcester.
“The project will transform disused land into new homes, business space, and welcoming community spaces – breathing new life into this part of the city.”
The new path improves access between the city centre, Worcester Shrub Hill Station, local bus services and nearby residential and commercial areas, supporting healthier and more sustainable travel choices.
Coun Lynn Denham, leader of Worcester City Council, said: “Shrub Hill Quarter is being regenerated to create a vibrant new commercial and residential hub for Worcester and this new pathway makes it easier than ever to get from there to our city centre, without the need to drive or use public transport.
“This new link is a major contribution to our city’s growing network of active travel corridors.”
The shared use link forms a key part of the wider regeneration of the Shrub Hill Quarter, supported by £10 million of Towns Fund investment secured by Worcester City Council.
The programme aims to revitalise and modernise this important gateway to the city.
Visit www.worcestershire.gov.uk/shrubhillshareduse for more information.
