Sheffield cycling: Work starts on cycling 'super route' on Arundel Gate
Work has started on another new bike lane in Sheffield - a two-way, segregated ‘super route’.
Workers are digging up Arundel Gate, which is set to see one lane of traffic replaced by a bike lane.
It will run from Sheffield Hallam University’s Owen Building to Furnival Square roundabout and connect up bike lanes on Howard Street, Surrey Street, Charles Street and Pinstone Street.
Sheffield City Council plans show a new roundabout outside the Novotel Hotel so drivers can more easily avoid the bus gate, which has raked in millions.
A special cycle crossing across Arundel Gate will link it to the new bike lane on Charles Street.
Landscaping and a flood channel planted with wildflowers will separate riders from vehicles.
There will also be improved bus stops, greenery and planning on Arundel Gate.
The works are part of the city council’s Connecting Sheffield scheme to improve bus, pedestrian and cycle routes in the city centre.