North Gower Access Path

03/09/2026

🚲 GOWERTON–PENCLAWDD MISSING LINK: AN IMPORTANT UPDATE
We’ve had a significant update following the latest Swansea Council Active Travel Stakeholder Group meeting.
The good news is that the Gowerton–Penclawdd Missing Link remains a political priority for Swansea Council, with resources committed to its development and continued work taking place behind the scenes.
We had hoped following the summer and the last update from Swansea Council for some progress however the main obstacle remains land acquisition. Discussions with landowners are continuing, while the design is being refined to take account of their requirements. The Council has said relationships with the relevant landowners are positive and that progress has been made.
📢 What happens next?
A public consultation will take place once the land and final design issues are sufficiently resolved. The Council could not guarantee that this will happen before Christmas, so consultation may now be after Christmas.
Unfortunately, the Council also confirmed that construction in 2027 is not realistic, largely because the land must be secured before construction funding can be applied for.
This is frustrating, particularly given the very strong public demand for the , but importantly the project has not stalled.
We will continue to press for:
✅ Progress on land acquisition
✅ A clear timetable for consultation
✅ Greater transparency about the project's development
✅ Continued political commitment to delivering this vital connection
Thank you to everyone who continues to support the campaign. The strong public demand for this route is being recognised — and we will keep making sure that voice is heard.

Transport for Wales Trafnidiaeth Cymru Gowerton Community Council Gowerton Guardians Welsh Government

02/09/2026

One of the key drivers behind our campaign is to urge Swansea Council to address the between Penclawdd and Gowerton. By completing this crucial connection, we could make it safer and more appealing for children to cycle to school.
Just imagine: if just 25 pupils from each comprehensive school chose to cycle, that could remove up to 50 car journeys every day. It's a small step, but reducing car use for short journeys should be a top priority.
And it's not just about school commutes—this route could also support walking or cycling to shops and the train station.
We hope you’ll support our campaign to improve walking and cycling infrastructure:
👉 Support the petition

A campaign to correct the ‘missing link’ between Gowerton and Penclawdd

30/08/2026

🚲🚌🚶 What should the future of travel in Swansea look like?
Come along to Swansea’s Active Travel Network Map event and have your say!
📅 Friday 18 September
🕐 1–3pm
📍 Llanmorlais Hall
This is your chance to talk about walking, cycling, buses and how we can make it easier and safer to travel actively across our communities.
And if you care about connecting Gowerton and Penclawdd, make sure you speak up for the — a crucial gap in the active travel network that needs completing.
Your journey. Your community. Your say.

Swansea Council Transport for Wales Trafnidiaeth Cymru The Environment Centre

28/08/2026

A moment of inattention can change a life.The pedestrian casualty report highlights that collisions involving pedestrians often involve everyday traffic—especially cars. But the impact is not equal: people walking, wheeling and cycling are far more vulnerable when things go wrong.
Better crossings, safer junctions and continuous routes can help reduce risk and encourage more people to choose active travel.
The is a missing piece of that safer network.

Welsh Government

25/08/2026

When pedestrians are involved in collisions, the consequences can be serious—because
people walking and wheeling have the least protection on our roads.
Government casualty data shows that cars are the most common vehicle involved in pedestrian
collisions, followed by other road users including goods vehicles and powered two-wheelers.
This is why safe, separated and connected routes matter.
Closing the between Gowerton and Penclawdd is about creating a safer
environment where people can walk, wheel and cycle with confidence.
Swansea Council

23/08/2026

Everyone has a role in safer journeys. Most of us are pedestrians at some point in every journey—walking to school, getting to work, accessing shops or connecting with public transport.
The vehicles we share the road with have a responsibility to protect those who are most
vulnerable. Creating safer places to walk, wheel and cycle helps everyone. A completed between Gowerton and Penclawdd would provide a safer, more
accessible connection for local communities.
Let's build streets and routes that put people first.

20/08/2026

Imagine a future where children, families and older people can between Gowerton and Penclawdd without worrying about missing sections of route.
That's what the campaign is about—creating safe, accessible connections that encourage more people to leave the car at home and travel actively.
Safer routes. Healthier communities. A stronger Swansea Council

17/08/2026

🚶🚲 Could your feedback help complete the ?
Swansea Council is asking residents to identify missing walking, wheeling and cycling routes through its Active Travel Network Map survey. This is your chance to highlight the missing connection between Gowerton and Penclawdd and support safer, more accessible journeys for everyone.
Take part today:
https://www.swansea.gov.uk/activetravelmapsurvey
Every response helps shape future investment.

We are currently updating our Active Travel Network Map (ATNM) as part of our statutory duties under the Active Travel (Wales) Act.

15/08/2026

Amazing to see over 1500 fabulous people support our Petition · A campaign to correct the ‘missing link’ between Gowerton and Penclawdd - Swansea, United Kingdom · Change.org https://share.google/bQXbJvZ8xwIhlvcl5

11/08/2026

Infrastructure saves lives.
The biggest risk for people walking often comes where safe routes are missing.
Government data highlights that many pedestrian collisions involve drivers or pedestrians failing to see one another. Well-designed crossings, shared paths and connected routes can help reduce these risks.
Let's close the and make every journey safer.