The competition prize draw has now closed, but survey responses are still welcome.
Welcome to David Wilson Homes Travel Welcome Pack and Travel Survey for The Skylarks,
East Leake. This interactive website will inform you of sustainable ways of travel to and
from your home.
For more information please contact The Skylarks Travel Plan Coordinator,
at
info Click on the map markers to read more about each mode of travel.
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We are looking for feedback on how you travel.
Thank you to everyone who completed the survey in 2023 - we would love to hear
from you again this year.
If you have never responded to our survey before, we would also love to hear from you.
By completing the survey, you will have the option to opt into our competition
prize draw. Three respondents will win a Love2Shop voucher, one worth £50,
and two worth £25.
This competition will close on Friday 8th November 2024
To find out more about sustainable travel within your local area
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Walking & Cycling
Moving to a new area allows us to think about new ways to travel. You can save time and money when taking
shorter journeys, by walking or cycling. They can be a healthier and more enjoyable way of getting around.
Did you know: on average you can cover 1.6 km on foot or 4.8 km by bike in just 20 minutes?
info Zoom in and click on the map markers to see walking and cycling times to local facilities. These travel times are calculated from the centre of the site.
The footpaths and cycleways near your new home are well-maintained, providing safe routes for your journeys.
You can use the websites below to find suitable walking & cycling routes around your local area. You can use them to track your distance travelled, pace and calories burned:
The apps can be found on
www.mapmywalk.com and www.mapmyride.com.More information with regards to walking and cycling can also be found at
www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/planning-and-environment/walking-cycling-and-rights-of-wayAlternatively for any additional information please contact your Travel Plan Co-ordinator.
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Public Transport
Buses
Using public transport helps to reduce congestion and carbon emission. Substituting a car journey for one by bus once a week will help reduce congestion by up to 20%.
Your nearest bus stops are on Kirk Ley Road, to the west of The Skylarks and Rempstone Road to the south. Bus service Navy Line 1 travels every 15 - 20 minutes towards Nottingham City Centre, taking about 45 minutes. Towards Loughborough, this service leaves every 30 minutes, taking only about 20 minutes!
If you are able to use the bus to travel to and from work or school, speak to your Travel Plan Co-ordinator. You may be able to obtain discounts via the local operators!
Info for the community bus service is available via the main NCC site:
www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/transport/public-transport/transport-hub
info Zoom in to the map to view the nearest bus stops and bus services to The Skylarks.
Trains
Loughborough Train station is north of Loughborough town centre, on Nottingham Road. Bus service Navy 1 takes about 15 minutes from Rempstone Road to reach Stand A at the train station.
The station provides rail services to Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham and London. Further information about the station is available at following link:
www.nationalrail.co.uk
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The Millside Spencer Academy | |
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2 Bus Service | |
05 Bus Service | |
863 Bus Service | |
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Car Sharing
Car Sharing
Did you know: if half the motorists in the UK received a lift one day a week, congestion and pollution would reduce by 10%?
What's more, single-occupancy driving costs more in fuel and yearly wear
and tear. Find out just how much your car is costing each year by using the
cost calculator at:
www.liftshare.com/uk/savings-calculator
A regular car sharer can save over £900 a year!
You can find your car sharing partner on:
liftshare.com/uk
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The Millside Spencer Academy | |
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05 Bus Service | |
863 Bus Service | |
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Why Sustainable Travel?
The Environment
Climate change is considered to be one of the greatest environmental threats facing the world today. By reducing your car use, you can help limit climate change.
Your Health
A lack of physical activity is causing obesity in adults and children. This increases the risk of health problems including diabetes, heart disease, strokes,
cancers and osteoporosis. Just 30 minutes of exercise a day can keep you and your family fit and healthy.
info Zoom into the map to explore the nearby bus services, and walking and cycling connections.
Your Money
Fuel costs are on the rise! Walking and cycling are a great way to keep fit and save money. Travelling by bus and train can reduce travel costs too!
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The Skylarks | |
The Millside Spencer Academy | |
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Bus stops | |
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2 Bus Service | |
05 Bus Service | |
863 Bus Service | |
Railway Line |
Sustainable Travel Voucher
Each household can apply for a single sustainable travel voucher. This voucher can be used for:
- a free three-month bus pass, if a commitment is made to travelling to and from destinations served by Navy Line 1;
- or cycling equipment
info Zoom into the map to explore the nearby bus services, and walking and cycling connections.
To apply for a voucher, email your Travel Plan Co-ordinator
skylarks.travel@bwbconsulting.com. This must be redeemed within three months of being issued.Map Key
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The Millside Spencer Academy | |
Public right of way | |
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Bus stops | |
1 South Nottingham Bus Service | |
2 Bus Service | |
05 Bus Service | |
863 Bus Service | |
Railway Line |
Your Thoughts
The competition prize draw has now closed, but survey responses are still welcome.
Thank you for taking time to read about sustainable travel at The Skylarks.
Please complete the brief survey below. Your views really matter to us.
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By completing the survey, you will have the option to opt into our competition
prize draw. Three respondents will win a Love2Shop voucher, one worth £50,
and two worth £25.
This competition will close on Friday 8th November 2024.
This information is accessible all year round for your convenience, anytime, anywhere.
info Click on the map marker to go to the survey, or click the blue button above.
To find out more about sustainable travel within your local area
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