TORYGLEN ACCESS DIAGRAM
LEGEND
3m core path - cycle and pedestrian route 2m secondary path Gravel woodland path
Improved pedestrian and cycling crossings
Existing cycle routes
Gateways
4 Strategic Access Vision
This diagram illustrates the proposals for access infrastructure developments and improvements aimed at increasing and 1 facilitating active travel through Toryglen and connections to surrounding areas.
This strategic plan illustrates the intention to deliver a comprehensive network of active travel routes for cyclists , pedestrians and other wheeled users. It defines a hierarchy of routes the majority of which run through green spaces and ‘off- road’ making them ideal for shared use.
The routes highlighted as Shared use/ cycle routes are considered to be the priority routes and linkages for cycle access 2 and are proposed to be 3m wide. Secondary and tertiary routes will extend the pedestrian access network and create new connections and circuits for pedestrians 3 within the open spaces and between the local amenities and the adjacent housing developments.
Legend Partners Current Path Analysis Gateway - interpretive design areas 3m Core Path - Cycle and Pedestrian 1 2 3 4 Improved Pedestrian/Cyclist Crossing 2m Secondary Path Existing Cycle and Pedestrian route Gravel Woodland Path
TORYGLEN PARK PROSPECTHILL CIRCUS SOUTH OF MALLS MIRE FROM JESSIE STREET
The Core Path that runs from Polmadie Road to The road is c. 6m wide with asphalt footways on both The path which runs along the southern boundary of Another metalled path runs from Jessie Street on the Prospecthill Circus is a well-used route for cyclists and sides. A number of subsidiary roads connect with the Malls Mire, linking Toryglen to Rutherglen, is well used northern edge of the project area, to the northern area pedestrians at present. It is straight, metalled, lit and circus from both sides, and these provide access to the but of poor quality. of Toryglen (and Prospecthill Circus). provides a direct link to Holyrood Catholic Secondary core areas of the housing scheme. School from Toryglen. At present this path is an informal dirt track which This path is surfaced in tarmac and connects with gravel Prospecthill Circus is lightly trafficked and could often becomes waterlogged during periods of sustained paths which run towards Malls Mire and Toryglen Park. There are however, a number of limitations with consequently accommodate cyclists without new cycle rainfall, due to the surface runoff from the embankment Adjustments to this path are being made to create a this route. It is currently 2.5m wide; too narrow to infrastructure, but there is also an opportunity to to the south. This route could provide an important connection through the ongoing housing development, accommodate both cyclists and pedestrians required. introduce a one-way system around the Circus which active travel connection towards NCR 756 in the east, and these include widening to 3m. The existing street lighting is old and defective, and the could allow the introduction of a designated two- but will require a significant upgrade to width, surface, path is fenced on both sides, unnecessarily restricting way cycle lane within the carriageway. This has been drainage and lighting. access into the adjacent Toryglen Park. This path is tree considered as an option for further examination. lined, but several of the trees on its southern side have been lost, and are in decline. Key
Proposed shared cycle and pedestrain core route
Proposed pedestrian route
Existing pedestrian route
Proposed woodland path
Exisiting woodland path
Roads within the site and direction of traffic TORYGLEN MASTERPLAN Exisiting grassland Exisiting woodland
Improved pedestrian/cycle crossings ACCESS OPTION Toryglen Road to Mill Street
LEGEND
Core path - cycle and pedestrian route Secondary route Toryglen Road National Cycle Route 756
At the eastern end of the project area, it is recognised that there would be advantages in extending the active travel route along Toryglen Road to connect with the NCR 756 on Glasgow Road.
This would require development of the route within South Lanarkshire and discussions are ongoing regarding the feasibility of extending outside the Glasgow City Council boundary.
250m ACCESS OPTION DIAGRAM ACCESS OPTION ROAD DESIGN Prospecthill Cycle Lane Prospecthill Cycle Lane
LEGEND The masterplan has considered the potential introduction of a cycle route around Prospecthill Circus. This option would involve the introduction of a one-way traffic system ( anti-clockwise) around the inside of the circus , thereby enabling the outer part of the carriageway to be converted to a two way cycle lane.
This option may not be fully justified due to the low level of traffic around the circus , and will be subject to further consideration and feasibility testing.
1.8m 3m 3.5m 1.8m
LEGEND
Two-way cycle lane One-way road around Prospecthill Core path - cycle and pedestrian route
Secondary routes
Woodland paths
Gateways
Key TORYGLEN PARK DETAILED AREA
Example Layout Toryglen Park - flexible use amenity areas, paths and cycle lanes with stopping points.
TORYGLEN TODAY Metalled Path Secondary Path
Visualisation of Toryglen Park
EXAMPLES OF PLAY
Drapers Field - Kinnear Landscape Thetford Forest Pump Track - UK Architects / London, 2014
Terrain morphology shaped to enhance Course woven between the existing trees. the experience of play. Cycle courses Suitable for many abilities and ages. and adventure play equipment intertwined with natural play elements.
100m WETLAND CORRIDOR DETAILED AREA
Typical Gateway Area Across the Site
TORYGLEN TODAY Metalled Path Secondary Path
Visual of the SUDs Viewing Platform
WATERSIDE DESIGNS
Houtan Park - Turenscape Landscape Architecture, China, 2010 A boardwalk weaves the water line, creating an intimacy between the community and the waterscape habitat. Composition of vertical and horizontal timber elements create opportunities for relating with the landscape, framing view or providing shelter.
100m MALLS MIRE DETAILED AREA
Example Core Route to the South of Malls Mire Flexible use amenity areas, paths and cycle lanes with stopping points.
TORYGLEN TODAY Metalled Path Secondary Path
Visual of Community Garden Area
WOODLAND DESIGNS
Visual of Community Garden Area
Strandskogen Arninge Ullna Topia landskapsarkitekter, Sweden, 2014 Elevated walkway through a forest- protecting the delicate understory - allowing access across wetlands, ultimately leading to viewpoints or sheltered spaces.
Exhibition in the Forest hochC Landscape Architects, Berlin, 2017 Simple creative interventions in the landscape can bring a new perspective to the natural space - painted elements incite a sense of curiosity. Raised viewpoints and shelters create focal points and promote interest to explore the woodland environment.
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