Pavement of the month: Hallgarth Street
This month’s pavement has to be a strong contender for the narrowest pavement in Durham. The width is about 70cm, including the kerb. The Department […]
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Pavement of the month: Quarryheads Lane
We have long been amazed at what a poor deal Durham’s pedestrians get, so here is the first of a regular feature to showcase Durham’s […]
Winter walking
Walking is top of the urban transport hierarchy. In 2007 the Manual for Streets recommended “applying a user hierarchy to the design process with pedestrians […]
Temporary works signage
During the recent work on the Durham School wall, part of the road was coned off and pedestrians were able to walk safely past the […]
Traffic lights trial on Quarryheads Lane
For a few weeks in August and September there was a trial of a new traffic arrangement on Quarryheads Lane, alongside the Durham School field. […]
Top of the tree?
In 2019 Durham County Council adopted the Durham City Sustainable Transport Delivery Plan (DCSTDP) to guide the development of travel and transport within the city. […]
Neville’s Cross Eco Festival 2024
No, it’s not a typo. SPACE for Durham will be attending the Neville’s Cross Eco Festival this year, on Sunday 15 June 2025, but below […]
Shopping on foot
Just under a quarter (24.1%) of households in County Durham do not have a car or van, and in urban areas the percentage can be […]
Back to the future?
Just over twenty-five years ago, in May 1997, the Durham City Travel Study: Final Report was produced by Colin Buchanan and Partners on behalf of […]
Middle of the road
Over the years the authorities have put a lot of effort into promoting cycling, often via special events like Cycle to School Week, Green Transport […]