Better Transport

We are campaigning for a foot- and cycle-bridge over a newly-built dual carriageway (the A4146 Stoke Hammond and Linslade Bypass) where it joins the A418, the road which connects the village of Wing to the town of Leighton Buzzard three miles away.

The new road and huge roundabout have effectively severed Wing from Leighton Buzzard for cyclists and walkers. Many parents in Wing have stopped their children cycling to see friends and use Leighton's facilities, including the area's only leisure centre.

A bridge would cost around £0.5m and was offered by Buckinghamshire County Council, who built the road, as their solution for a safe crossing for non-motorists. Alas they overspent on the road, so guess what happened? Now the road is open, and the junction in question is in Bedfordshire. Bedfordshire County Council would like a bridge too, but they have had difficulty finding the cash.

The campaign is supported by all the local councillors and MPs.

The Marlow - Maidenhead Passengers' Association is the action group for all public transport users - bus and train - in the area served by the Maidenhead to Marlow railway line in the Thames Valley. We lobby the operators and local government on behalf of users to improve services and facilities, and we bring you timely information regarding proposed and actual service changes.

We also hold a watching brief for the Twyford to Henley-on-Thames line and High Wycombe station.

The more members we have the stronger is our voice in fighting for your interests. For more about the benefits of membership and an application form go to the website.