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Quiet Lanes are a network of roads that are suitable for
all road users: walkers, cyclists, horseriders and
drivers.
When roads in an area are turned into Quiet Lanes, the aim is
to:
- preserve the character of a country lane
- make a county lane more attractive to walkers, cyclists, horse
riders
- encourage drivers to think about other road users
- allow the road to be used for a suitable purpose
Why do we need Quiet Lanes?
There is now more traffic than ever on countryside roads, and
traffic levels are likely to increase. This means that roads that
were once easy for walkers, cyclists and horseriders to use are
becoming unpleasant and difficult.
The increase in traffic also sometimes damages the wildlife,
verges and peacefulness of rural lanes.
A Quiet Lane can provide a more welcoming environment for all
road users. Residents and visitors can choose to get out of the
car, the local characteristics of an area can be preserved,
commuter/freight traffic can be kept on more appropriate roads.
Can the road I live on be a Quiet Lane?
A Quiet Lane initiative covers a wider area than just a single
road. The concept of Quiet Lanes is aimed at identifying networks
of minor rural roads and public rights of way. These would be roads
that can be used by local residents to access shops and amenities,
or for making local journeys to work or school without using a
car.
It is important that Quiet Lanes are created as part of an
overall transportation strategy - one that allows non-local traffic
to be directed along appropriate alternative routes.
Are there any Quiet Lanes in Kent?
The Greensand Ridge Quiet Lanes scheme is one of two National
Demonstration Projects. Read more information on the
Greensand Ridge Quiet Lanes scheme website -
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