Unit 2 SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL INFORMATION PACK This travel information pack provides useful information on the methods of travel available to you for your journey to work at Guildford Business Park (GBP). WELCOME This travel information pack will provide you with information to make your choice easier when considering options for travel to and from work. This pack has been produced as part of a Travel Plan specifically for Unit 2 which aims to reduce car travel to and from the business park. Travelling sustainably can minimise your impact on the environment by improving air quality, minimising your carbon footprint and contributing to a healthier lifestyle. Running a car can be expensive particularly for short journeys where it may be cheaper, more convenient and less stressful to walk, cycle or take the bus/train. Alternatively, you could reduce the running cost of a car by sharing your journeys with colleagues. By including walking or cycling into your daily lifestyle you will not only be contributing to creating a healthier environment but a healthier you too – not just your physical health but your overall mental well-being! Walk Easy, reliable, healthy Cheap, environmentally Cycle friendly, designated parking, and showers at Unit 2 Cost savings, reduce Car Share congestion, reduce parking pressures WHAT Shuttle Free connections to the ARE station and town centre Bus for all employees MY OPTIONS? Variety of destinations, Train beat the queues, 20min walk to station Reduces congestion, no Bus need to park, nearby bus stops Electric Free charge points, designated parking, Vehicles cheaper to run Flexible rental options, Car Clubs travel sustainably & have the convenience of a car Walking The average person walking at an easy pace can walk a mile in around 20 minutes, so choosing to walk to work may be easier than you think. Walking is an easy, reliable and a free way to get around. It is also an excellent way to keep fit by contributing to a healthy lifestyle as well as saving on fuel costs. The local walk environment close to GBP provides good quality, well -lit and safe dedicated pedestrian routes from the park entrance connecting to the wider local area. Please stay safe by using dedicated pedestrian crossing facilities provided. To shorten your walk to nearby bus stops and towards the town centre, please use the pedestrian access on to Midleton Ind. Est. Road next to Unit 4. Enclosed is a local map identifying key walking routes from GBP to the station and town centre and identifies nearby signalised crossing points. Keep yourself safe when walking to and from work by adhering to the following: Stay alert when crossing the road Don’t cross the road until traffic stops Make eye contact with the driver of the vehicle Always use dedicated crossing points Unplug your headphones and put your mobile away – don’t be a distracted walker Look both ways and listen Be bright at night – wear reflective clothing Currys The Wickes Gym University of Surrey Guildford Cricket Ground Guildford Law Courts Guildford Railway Guildford KEY Station Town Centre Pedestrian Footway Towpath Signalised crossing Bus Stop Cycling Cycling is a great way to travel as it is cheap, healthy and environmentally friendly. Cycling is ideal for travelling to work as it can be faster by beating the queues during peak travel times. Not only are there economic benefits to cycling like saving on fuel but cycling can allow you to build physical activity into your daily routine benefiting your overall well-being. Where Can I Cycle? There are numerous cycle routes that connect with GBP which you can take full advantage of as shown in the enclosed local map. Unit 2 Facilities 94 secure, covered, lit cycle parking spaces Shower and changing facilities Storage space for helmets, reflective clothing etc. Yearly on-site bicycle servicing 10 dockable bikes for hire, located next to the security building at the entrance to GBP Cycle to Work Scheme If you are considering cycling to work, take advantage of the ‘Cycle to Work Scheme’ which allows you to purchase a bicycle and equipment tax free from your employer, usually via a salary sacrifice scheme. For more information ask your employer and visit: www.cyclescheme.co.uk Evans cycles, located close to GBP, is a leading provider of the cycle to work scheme. For more information visit: www.evanscycles.com/ride-to-work Guildford Station Facilities Brompton folding bicycles are available to hire from Guildford Station. For information please visit: www.bromptonbikehire.com Ladymead Retail Park University of Surrey KEY Guildford Railway Cycle track (shared use) Station Guildford Greenway Town Centre Cycle-Friendly Route Signed Advisory Route Toucan crossing For more information on cycle routes across the wider area, please visit: https://surreycc.maps.arcgis.com Car Sharing If it is too far to walk or cycle to work, consider car sharing. By car sharing you will have the benefit and convenience of the car, whilst reducing the costs and alleviating associated problems with congestion and pollution. What is Car Sharing? Car sharing is where two or more people share a car and travel together whether this be for commuting, business, shopping or any other journey purpose. You don’t even need to own a car, as many drivers are happy to give a lift in exchange for a contribution to the fuel costs of the journey. What are the benefits? Save money on petrol and parking Reduce the stress of the daily commute Reduce the pressure on car parking demand Reduce traffic congestion and pollution as there are fewer cars on the road On average, a car-sharer can save around £900 a year through car sharing Opportunity to meet new people How can I Car Share? Speak to your Travel Plan Co-ordinator about registering your interest to car share. Your journey to work can then be matched with other employees or colleagues and you can begin car sharing. Also, register with the Surrey car share scheme at: www.liftshare.com/surrey It is free to register and use and your journey details can be matched with others. GBP Shuttle Bus GBP operates a shuttle bus service specifically for GBP employees between Guildford railway station, the town centre and the business park at no cost to you. Timetable AM Lunchtime PM 07:30 – 09:50am 12:00 – 02:00pm 03:30 – 06:00pm Every 10 minutes Every 20 minutes Every 14 minutes GBP – Train Station GBP – Train Station GBP – Train Station GBP – Town Centre Benefits Free to use Frequent services Quick connection to Guildford Station Ideal if you’re commuting by train Easy access to the town centre Ask your HR manager for more details. Train Taking the train to work can be a more convenient, quicker and less stressful than travelling by car. You’ll be able to beat the queues and GBP offers a free shuttle bus service between the station and GBP making your journey to work even easier. Where is Guildford Station? Shuttle bus 8 mins. Cycle 9 mins. Walk 24 mins. Train Guildford railway station is served by South Western and Great Western services . Destinations include: For information on journey planning and timetables please see: http://www.nationalrail.co.uk If you travel by train, you will find it cheaper to purchase a season ticket for your journeys to work. Annual season tickets provide 52 weeks for travel for the price of 40 weeks. You will also benefit from ⅓ off off-peak fares for you and up to 3 adults travelling with you as well as 60% off child fares. To calculate the cost of your season ticket please visit: http://ojp.nationalrail.co.uk/seasonticket Bus Taking the bus to work could result in cost savings compared to running a car and you do not have to worry about finding a car parking space upon arrival to work. Many of the bus operators serving Guildford are using hybrid and electric buses so you will also be reducing your overall carbon footprint by travelling by bus. Where is my nearest bus stop? › Woodbridge Road Seating, shelter Live arrival time information Bus Bus Services Available from Woodbridge Road Service No. Route Frequency Operator 2 Stoughton – Guildford Every 20 mins Stagecoach South 4 / 5 Guildford – Surrey Hospital circular Every 15 mins Safeguard Coaches B/C Guildford – Park Barn circular Every 10 mins Arriva KITE Aldershot – Ash – Guildford Every 10 – 20 mins Stagecoach South Additional bus services are available from Guildford Bus Station located near to the Friary Shopping Centre in town which is approx. a 20 min walk or hop on the GBP shuttle bus. Please visit https://www.surreycc.gov.uk//bus-timetables/ for more information on timetables. For fare information please visit: Stagecoach South https://www.stagecoachbus.com/tickets Safeguard Coaches https://www.guildfordbus.co.uk/ Arriva https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/kent-and-surrey/bus-tickets/ Electric Vehicles By choosing to travel by an electric vehicle (EV) you can benefit from lower running costs. You’ll find they are quieter to drive and thanks to producing no exhaust emissions, they do not contribute to local pollutions levels. The Benefits Good for the environment and air quality. Cost of charging is very low – approx. £2.20 to fully charge overnight at home (most EVs can be plugged into a standard home socket), or for free at GBP! Lower running costs compared to your conventional car (approx. 2p per mile versus 12p per mile for a petrol car) EVs are exempt from vehicle tax and fuel duty The average EV can travel up to 100 miles per charge Your chances of running out of charge when stuck in traffic are about the same in an EV as in a petrol-fuelled car.