Initial proposals for Canal Approach create a new North-South traffic-free route for walking and cycling using the former Grand Surrey Canal.

Canal Approach/Blackhorse Bridge

You said <li>Reopen the old Grand Surrey Canal to walking and cycling </li> <li>Create a space that feels welcoming and open </li> <li>Connect with the surrounding area</li> <li>Create a space that feels safe </li> <li>Create places to sit </li>Our design idea <video>
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 </video>We are proposing <li>Reopen a section of the Grand Surrey Canal to create a traffic free walking and cycling link to the River Thames waterfront through Folkestone Gardens to New Cross</li> <li>Create an underpass beneath Blackhorse Bridge for walkers and cyclists </li> <li>New lighting along the whole stretch of Canal Approach including Blackhorse Bridge</li> <li>Create access points along the length of the route </li> <li>New greening with places to sit and rest </li> <li>Implement natural play features </li> <li>New art installations </li>

Blackhorse Subway

Canal Approach Design 1

Canal Approach/Blackhorse Bridge

Canal Approach/Blackhorse Bridge

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