The Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP) has launched a consultation on proposals to turn Riverside into a more welcoming, accessible space for everyone who walks, wheels or cycles along it.

Used by thousands of pedestrians and cyclists daily, Riverside forms part of the Bottisham Greenway – one of 12 greenway routes designed to create easier active travel connections into and around the city. The GCP wants to enhance Riverside to create a safer, more accessible and more enjoyable route into the city and surrounding areas.

Stretching from Elizabeth Way Bridge to Stourbridge Common, Riverside is a popular gateway into Cambridge and a vital link to nearby green spaces and key destinations. The GCP’s proposals include:

• Wider, more consistent footways to give people walking and wheeling more space and an easier journey
• New resting spots with planting and accessible seating, designed for wheelchair users, people with pushchairs and anyone who needs a break
• Clearer signage and improved pedestrian crossings to support wayfinding and help slow vehicles
• Safe, secure cycle parking to encourage more people to choose active, sustainable travel

Jonathan Camp, GCP Project Manager, said: “Riverside is already enjoyed by many people. These proposals aim to make it safer, greener and more inviting — a place where you can move easily, meet friends or simply enjoy being by the river. We’re asking everyone who uses Riverside to tell us what they think so we can create something that reflects what the community needs.”

The consultation runs from Tuesday 2 June 2026 until 11.59pm on Monday 13 July 2026 and can be accessed here: Bottisham Greenway.