Thanks to the donations we have received Bike Safe has pioneered an unusual way of working.

Instead of simply putting pressure on the County Council to build the B4044 cycle path – which we have done and continue to do when necessary – we have used our own money to pay for the essential preparation costs.

This includes paying for

• a feasibility study at the very start of the campaign;

• a detailed topographical survey for the whole length of the path;

• environmental impact studies on nearby flora and fauna

• tree surveys

• civil engineers to develop initial designs for the path and how it links to the road system

• a public consultation to show our plans to the local community and get their feedback for improvements and additions

All the studies and technical drawings have been shared with Oxfordshire County Council at no charge so that the County Council can put together funding bids (inc. Active Travel) for the construction costs based on detailed and accurate technical information.