Thanet Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan

The Thanet Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (Thanet CWIP) aims to create safe and easy routes for everyone to cycle and walk, connecting different areas across the district. Improving walking and cycling routes will help increase road safety, improve air quality and health, make places more accessible, boost the local economy and help Thanet reach its net zero goals.

You can read the adopted Thanet CWIP and associated documents on the website.

Thanet District Council has been working on this Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (CWIP), since 2021 in partnership with the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust (formerly Sustrans), a charity focused on making it easier for everyone to walk and cycle. There has been a lot of public engagement during that time.

People are now invited to share their feedback on two proposed priority walking, wheeling and cycling routes to link Margate and Ramsgate.

There are opportunities to view the initial designs at three drop-in events:

Friday 14 August - Thanet District Council Offices, Cecil Street, Margate CT9 1XZ (4.30pm to 6.30pm)
Saturday 15 August - Westwood Cross Community Hub (located between Next and Lovisa) (11am to 1pm)
Saturday 15 August - Ramsgate Leisure Centre, 161 High Street, Ramsgate CT11 9TT (4.30pm to 6.30pm)

Feedback can also be submitted on Your Voice Thanet until the closing date: Sunday 13 September 2026.

Phases

Phases overview

Phase 1: Project development

Project development

Phase 2: Public engagement

Public engagement

Phase 3: Reviewing the feedback received

Reviewing the feedback received

Phase 4: Adoption of the final Thanet CWIP

Adoption of the final Thanet CWIP

Phase 5: Further planning and development

Further planning and development

Phase 6: Public engagement on the Active Travel Corridor

Public engagement on the Active Travel Corridor

28 July 2026 23:00 - 13 September 2026 22:59

During this phase, local people are invited to drop-in events to view initial designs for two proposed routes to improve the connections between Margate and Ramsgate.

Friday 14 August - Thanet District Council Offices, Cecil Street, Margate CT9 1XZ (4.30pm to 6.30pm)
Saturday 15 August - Westwood Cross Community Hub (located between Next and Lovisa) (11am to 1pm)
Saturday 15 August - Ramsgate Leisure Centre, 161 High Street, Ramsgate CT11 9TT (4.30pm to 6.30pm)

Feedback can be submitted on Your Voice Thanet until the closing date: Sunday 13 September 2026

Upcoming and ongoing events in this phase

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Active Travel Corridor drop-in
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Active Travel Corridor drop-in
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Active Travel Corridor drop-in

1 idea

Lisa Campbell4 days ago This proposal requests improvements to walking and cycling infrastructure between Kingsgate and Broadstairs, focusing on George Hill, Convent Road and the Green Lane junction.George Hill is a frequently used route, but it is currently dangerous in terms of visibility and safety. The adjoining trees are often overgrown onto the pavements, narrowing the usable space even where a white line is present to indicate a walking area. This creates particular risk for pedestrians and cyclists, especially given the regular use of this road by residents, school children and visitors travelling between Kingsgate, Broadstairs and the local beaches.There is currently a significant gap in the active travel network. A section of George Hill leading to Convent Road has no continuous footway or dedicated cycling provision, despite its frequent use.The Green Lane junction is also difficult for pedestrians to cross safely due to traffic volumes. The junction should be reviewed for safety improvements, including consideration of a compact roundabout with safe pedestrian crossings to improve traffic flow and make walking more accessible.This area also has no frequent bus service, leaving many residents dependent on walking, cycling or private cars for short journeys. Providing a safe active travel route would offer a practical alternative where public transport is limited.Improving this route would: Create a safer connection between Kingsgate and Broadstairs. Improve access to schools, beaches and local amenities. Encourage more walking and cycling for everyday journeys. Support road safety and healthier travel choices. Reduce reliance on private cars for short trips. The proposal aligns with the Thanet Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan by closing a missing link in the local network and improving connections between residential areas, schools and key destinations. It also supports the Council’s wider objectives to promote active travel, improve accessibility and create safer streets for everyone.

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Active Travel Corridor drop-in
Event date: August 15th, 2026 from 15:30 to 17:30.
Ramsgate Leisure Centre Gym & Pool
Active Travel Corridor drop-in
Event date: August 15th, 2026 from 10:00 to 12:00.
Westwood Cross
Active Travel Corridor drop-in
Event date: August 14th, 2026 from 15:30 to 17:30.
Thanet District Council
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Past events

Thanet CWIP public drop-in - Broadstairs
Event date: July 9th, 2025 from 12:00 to 16:00.
Broadstairs Library
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Thanet CWIP public drop-in - Birchington
Event date: July 11th, 2025 from 12:00 to 16:00.
Birchington Library
3 registrants
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Thanet CWIP public drop-in - Ramsgate
Event date: July 16th, 2025 from 14:00 to 18:00.
Royal Temple Yacht Club Ltd
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Thanet CWIP public drop-in Broadstairs - Margate
Event date: July 23rd, 2025 from 14:00 to 18:00.
Thanet District Council
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Thanet CWIP public drop-in - Minster
Event date: July 24th, 2025 from 14:00 to 18:00.
Minster Village Hall
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Thanet Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan

Phases

Public engagement on the Active Travel Corridor

Upcoming and ongoing events in this phase

1 idea

Improve George Hill and Green Lane for safer walking and cycling where bus services are limited.

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Thanet CWIP public drop-in - Broadstairs

Thanet CWIP public drop-in - Birchington

Thanet CWIP public drop-in - Ramsgate

Thanet CWIP public drop-in Broadstairs - Margate

Thanet CWIP public drop-in - Minster