Active Travel Fund; Dropped Kerbs

Improving accessibility and making it pleasant for the local community.

Last update: November 2026

Latest Update

Hampshire County Council appointed M Group to carry out improvement works in Romsey and Chandler’s Ford. The Chandler’s Ford works were completed in winter 2025, with the Romsey works completed in early autumn 2026. Please see the visuals (MS Sway).

The improvements included lowered kerbs and new crossing points to make it easier for people walking and wheeling to cross the road.

The construction works included

  • existing kerbstones to be removed
  • new kerbstones are installed at a lower height to create a smooth crossing point
  • localised resurfacing of the pavement area
  • installation of tactile (bumpy) paving at uncontrolled crossing points
Scheme Overview

The scheme aims to make it easier for pedestrians to get around Romsey and Chandlers Ford by adding informal crossing points. These include dropped kerbs with tactile paving along key routes. The focus is mainly on smaller junctions to improve accessibility. Currently, the lack of crossing points means pedestrians have to deal with high kerbs, which is difficult for people with pushchairs, limited mobility, wheelchairs, and mobility scooters. By making these changes, the scheme will greatly improve pedestrian facilities and ensure everyone can get around more easily.

Funding Arrangements
Funding for the transport capital delivery schemes is separate from the County Council’s revenue budget and savings proposals. In the majority of cases funding comes from external grants and / or Section 106 contribution from developers. This funding usually has conditions that strictly control on how, where and when it can be spent.
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