Bristol Water Main Trunk Works In Perry Road, Park Row And University Road
Double stacker cycle parking trial extended and feedback so far...
From 28th September 2013 until approximately 4th November essential work will be being carried out on the stone work on the front of Queen's Building. During this time cyclists will not be able to park their bikes in the Queen's moat or on the railings in front of the building. Alternative cycle parking locations can be found on the facilities map. If you have any queries please email transport-plan@bristol.ac.uk.
There will be road closures, Queens Avenue & Tyndalls Park round the 'Greatest Dog show on earth' this weekend ( Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September 13). This may have some impact on bus services travelling through this area so please leave plenty of time for your journey.
Woodland Road & Tyndall Avenue
The latest programme from Wessex Water is now available.
Following our site meeting on 20th August and receipt of the updated drawings on the 29th August, they have confirmed the following:
Woodland Road
Junction Of Woodland Road/Elton Road/ Tyndall Avenue And Tyndall Avenue
It is likely the attached programme may change as works progress and we need to expect deviation when works will actually take place in specific areas. Wessex Water will notify ourselves and we will issue an updated news articlel with the relevant details as required.
Land & Marine are carrying out upgrade works on the Bristol Water main trunk pipeline between Knowle and Clifton reservoirs. Contractors are currently on site in Upper Maudlin Street, adjacent to Bristol Royal Infirmary. Between now and Christmas, work will progress along Perry Road, Park Row, University Road, Elmdale Road and Tyndall’s Park Road. During this time, water supplies to University properties will not be affected.
Full road closures are not expected but temporary traffic lights will be installed where required, including the junction of Park Row with Woodland Road. Contractors hope to reach the junction of Park Row with Woodland Road by Thursday, 12th September. Those involved with the University Open Day on Saturday 14th September have been informed.
For further information on when each road will be affected please view the programme plan provided by Land & Marine. The University will be informed of developments on a weekly basis as some slippage from the plan is likely and further updates will be provided as required.
The Bristol Water main trunk project is totally unconnected to Bristol Water works currently taking place in Priory Road by their contractor, May Gurney.
A road closure will be in place from week commencing 27 August for two weeks, with likely completion by Friday 6 September.
Water Outage
During the works there will be two water outages for a duration of 12 hours each. Dates to be confirmed by Bristol Water 48 hours in advance. There should be sufficient volumes of water within the system to handle any welfare requirements. If this is not the case we are expecting a supply of bottled water from Bristol Water. Please contact Luke Calder if you require additional water.
Transport
At no point will both ends of Priory Road be closed at the same time. However, only emergency access vehicles will be able to proceed through the planned road closures. There is a possibility of a two-way traffic light system being installed at the junction with Elmdale Road.
During the works, University off-street parking on Priory Road will remain open as much as possible but it can be expected there will be disruption. Please be patient during these times as we have liaised with Bristol Water’s site manager and he assured us that they will do their best to reinstate access within 15 – 20 minutes of them being notified. In the rarity of this happening please speak to a member of the Bristol Water team on site.
Pedestrian access will remain open at all times but may be diverted as required. Cyclists will to be able to travel through the area but will be expected to dismount and proceed through as pedestrians.
Deliveries
Bristol Water acknowledges there may be some disruption to deliveries and waste collections but will work with the University to minimise this. In the event you are expecting to receive a significant delivery during the works period please speak to the Bristol Water on-site team to discuss any specific arrangements that you may need but there is no guarantee they can fulfil your request. Please allow them 48 hours’ notice to consider the options. During the period of the works waste containment for the villas will be moved to either end of the street where it will be collected by the waste contractors. This arrangement will be in place for the duration of the works.
If Bristol Water identifies the need to change their proposed plan they will notify the University and an updated briefing will be issued with the relevant details.
If you have any queries please email: Luke Calder Facilities Manager for Priory Road, or Tony Clayton Sustainability Manager (Transport).
The double stacker cycle parking has been in place for a few weeks on the plinth outside Physics and several people have had a go and let us know what they think.
Feedback has been positive with a few questions and some suggestions for slight improvements. John Wilford posted on Facebook "Like lots! Good use of space, easy to use, holds the bike well. Bring on the triple...!" Some users suggested a place to rest your bike while you bring the ramp down which is something we will discuss with the double stacker cycle parking providers. The main query was how to use the facility, there is a sign on the side of the facility which shows how to use it (a prominent metal sign will be used for any permanent facility) and a photo guide has been posted on our Facebook page. If a permanent facility is installed we will put a comprehensive Q & A page on our web page.
We are considering replacing the current cycle parking facility with the red shelter in front of Physics with a 48 bike double stacker cycle facility which would be likely to include a shelter. We would especially like to hear from current users of this facility what they think of double stacker cycle parking.
The trial of this facility will now be in place until 9th August 2013 after which time the facility will be removed.
Let us know your thoughts or feedback on the double stacker trial for a chance to win one of several cycle accessory prizes (such as cycle bottle with in built lights!).
I am excited to announce that on 12th July 2013 we will be installing a temporary double stacker cycle parking facility (space for 6 bikes), on the plinth (currently empty) outside the H.H.Wills Laboratory, Physics on Tyndall Avenue. The purpose of installing a temporary rather than permanent facility is to allow cyclists to trial this type of cycle parking and feedback to us if they like using it. The trial of this facility will be in place until 31st July after which time the facility will be removed.
The model of Double Stacker Cycle Facility being used has been trialled by the University's Transport team members using a demonstration rack at a conference. The model uses a hydraulic lift system which makes it easy to use and there is a bar to which bicycles can be locked. Clear instructions on how to use the facility will be attached to the facility.
If the trial is successful the University will then look at installing double stacker facilities at suitable locations on the University’s sites.
Let us know your thoughts or feedback on the double stacker trial for a chance to win one of several cycle accessory prizes (such as cycle bottle with in built lights!).
Wales and West and Wessex Water will be undertaking gas and water main upgrades respectively on Woodland Road, between Belgrave Road and Tyndall Avenue. Wessex Water will continue down the length of Tyndall Avenue after completing their works on Woodland Road. Those responsible for Estates operations have been notified.
Between 1st July and 19th August Woodland Road will remain open unless temporary traffic management is required but on-street parking in the vicinity of the works will not be available. On street car parking in the vicinity of the works will not be available.
Between 19th August 2013 and 14th March 2014 road closures will apply in those sections where the work is being carried out. During this time motorised vehicles will not be permitted.
Bus Passengers
The Elton Road bus stops will remain open during the works. While Tyndall Avenue is unavailable, bus diversions will be required but you will still be able to catch your usual bus to access the University precinct. Please note these works may cause some minor delays and it would be prudent to factor this into your journey planning.
Cyclists
Cyclists are will be able to pass any road closure sections but will need to dismount and wheel their bikes through construction areas.
Pedestrians
There will be no impact on your journey.
Why not take advantage of the lovely summer weather in August (and hopefully Sept) at the start of the road works to kick off travelling by foot, by bike, by bus, or by car sharing and thereby reducing the impact of the road works on your travel to the precinct.
It is advised that you check this news page regularly for updates as the road work plan is subject to change.
If you have any questions regarding car parking please contact the Security Office (0117 3311004). If you have any questions about University travel options please contact Julia Jack, University Transport Team, 0117 3317259.
Works are due to take place on St. Michael's Hill/Horfield Road between 24th June and 16th July with road closures applying between Friday 12th July 20:00hrs to Monday 15th July 06:00hrs.
At other times, the contractor hopes to maintain two-way traffic. If once they have started the job they encounter issues that result in the need to extend their work area traffic lights will have to be introduced. If that is the case, travellers can expect congested conditions and journey delays.
From Tuesday 18th June, the University of Bristol is testing a new bus smartcard system at The Hawthorns. If the trial is successful, the new system will be introduced for all smartcard purchases from the start of the 2013/14 academic year.
We are seeking volunteers to help test the system. You may be a member of staff or a student who does not currently travel by bus or an existing smartcard user about to renew your pass. All you need to do is opt to use one of our new cards and give us your feedback on your experiences!
For the trial, we will be offering the full range of existing ticket types plus several new options.
| Ticket Type | Price |
| 1 day pass: | £2.50 |
| 5 day pass | £12.50 |
| 7 day pass | £13.00 |
| 10 day pass | £25.00 |
You will be:
You can use passes on any Wessex Red service, including routes 16 and 19 that stop in the main University precinct.
All staff and students can take part.
If you are interested in taking part in the trial or have any questions please email us with:
After we have confirmed your participation, all you will need to do is visit The Hawthorns to pick up and pay for your new card.
Existing smartcard users not taking part in the trial will still be able to use their current cards.
Our existing bus ticket options can be viewed on our website.
Please feel free to email us if you have any questions about the smartcard trial.
The idea is simple – leave the car behind and walk, cycle, take public transport or car share for as many journeys as possible this June (1st – 30th), log those sustainable trips on the website and earn points for every sustainable trip made. All sustainable trips earn points, and as the points total builds so does the chance of claiming a prize!
It’s more fun when you compete as part of a team. Having a shared goal and some healthy professional rivalry adds to the excitement, so we encourage people to sign-up to their organisation’s team and compete with other organisations across the West of England. The University has been registered on the jambusting web site and you can set up sub-teams (departments) within the University of Bristol team too, so watch out for some internal rivalry!
Every mile travelled by a sustainable mode will be rewarded with miles towards individual and team totals.
NEW FOR THIS YEAR: There will be 50 bonus miles awarded to those who normally commute by car when they log their first sustainable trip.
All participants who sign-up and make at least one sustainable trip will be in with a chance of winning a prize. There will be high-street vouchers awarded each week to random winners, and, at the end of the challenge, the top three performing individuals will be awarded £100, £75 and £50 in high-street vouchers. The winning organisation will win a £250 restaurant voucher for a team night-out.
If you have any questions you have about Jambusting June, please don’t hesitate to get to contact Julia Jack (Julia.Jack@bristol.ac.uk ) in the University's Transport team.
This is an external campaign run by the Travelwest team (Bath and North East Somerset Council, Bristol City Council, North Somerset Council and South Gloucestershire Council)