Documents shared ahead of a Herefordshire Council cabinet meeting yesterday Thursday (27th October), show that the proposed Transport Hub at Station Approach in Hereford, could end up costing around £10 million.
A number of design options were recommended, with Cabinet councillors discussing the plans and agreeing a cost plan that could see almost £10 million spent on the Transport Hub.
The Hereford Transport Hub will provide an integrated modern public transport interchange, in the forecourt area of Hereford Railway Station. It will enable passengers to switch easily between different modes of transport (bus, rail, cycle & taxi).
The key objectives of the Transport Hub are to support economic growth, improve accessibility and encourage active travel in line with the adopted policies of the council, the Marches LEP and Central Government.
The Transport Hub will improve the public realm around the railway station and create better walking, cycling and public transport infrastructure which will allow for improved integration of the new developments with the historic city core; Improve access to Hereford railway station and the new interchange infrastructure; Help address the decline in Hereford’s traditional role as a regional economic hub, and meet the national agenda for economic growth; Encourage the transport mode shift away from car use by facilitating travel by public transport and active travel; Enable attractive, seamless transfer between different modes of travel; and welcome visitors to the city and establish an attractive environment for visitors and commuters.
This project is co-ordinated with other developments in the City with the overall aim of removing barriers to public transport, making is easy for pedestrians and cyclists, and improve public spaces.
You can view more details by visiting – Report Template Cabinet (herefordshire.gov.uk)
