Safer Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Links: Between Langton Green, Rusthall, the Commons and Royal Tunbridge Wells

This project looks to deliver a series of measures that would make the links between Langton Green, Rusthall, the Commons and Royal Tunbridge Wells safer for walking, wheeling (e.g. wheelchairs, mobility scooters, or children’s buggies) and cycling. This would benefit local residents who want to walk, wheel or cycle shorter journeys, for example, to school or the shops, as well as improving access to green spaces in the town including the Tunbridge Wells and Rusthall Commons.

Some design proposals have been prepared for the route and the Council has been working with Kent County Council (our highway authority), the local parish councils and the Commons Conservators to develop these.

We are now seeking wider engagement with local residents and businesses. Please be assured that there is still plenty of time for your feedback to shape the final proposals.

The engagement period will run from 1 October until 12 November 2025 (six weeks) and there will also be two in-person drop-in events where you will be able to view the plans in person, ask questions, and discuss the proposals directly with Council officers. These sessions will provide an opportunity to share feedback:

• Wednesday 22 October 2025, 3-7pm – Langton Green Pavilion Café, Winstone Scott Ave, Langton Green, Tunbridge Wells TN3 0JJ

• Saturday 25 October 2025, 10am-1pm – Rackliff Centre, Rusthall Fire Station, 26 Lower Green Rd, Tunbridge Wells TN4 8TE

Further information about the scheme including detailed design proposals are shown on the right hand side of this page with reference to specific streets and roads.

Responses to some Frequently Asked Questions are also available for information.

Please take the opportunity to consider the plans and then respond to the survey below.