Project overview
We're looking to introduce walking and cycling improvements to the Kendray Street area. The proposals are aimed at improving the provision for walking and cycling. These will take place between the interchange and the Barnsley Metrodome and Oakwell Stadium.
The scheme aims to deliver crucial active travel improvements to Kendray Street and Pontefract Road. These are beneath Harborough Hill Road. The aim is to better connect the town centre with Oakwell and the areas around it.
The scheme will be funded by the Mayoral Legacy Fund. It is delivered in partnership with the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA).
Please see below for more details and plans of the scheme. Its a timeline and tells you how you can have your say on the proposals.
Proposals
The scheme aims to improve the active travel offering by doing the following:
- Toucan crossing over Kendray Street, at the foot of the new Market Gate Bridge
- Footway widening along Kendray Street, up the slip road onto Harborough Hills Road and into Pontefract Road
- Reclassification of footways to shared use, permitting cycling
- Signage/wayfinding from Kendray Street to Metrodome and Oakwell
- Amendments to Southbound exit slip road across junction with Queens Road
- Revised traffic signal arrangements
- New access arrangements to bingo hall subject to approval
- Higher standard of paving and public realm features
Project timeline
| Milestone | Provisional date |
| Final funding approval | November 2024 |
| Construction start | January 2025 |
| Construction end | July 2025 |
Plans
View the town centre to Oakwell active travel scheme plan.
Have your say
We want to hear what you think of these proposals. Tell us in person at our upcoming drop-in events or email us at transportation@barnsley.gov.uk.
Drop-in events
- 20 August - Library @ the Lightbox - 1pm to 5pm
- 21 August - Board room, Metrodome - 9am to 1pm
The chance to have your say will be open until Friday the 6 of September.