Hampshire County Council has unveiled plans to make walking and cycling safer and more accessible around Folly Roundabout in Andover – and residents are being invited to share their views.
The proposed Folly Roundabout Active Travel Link would connect Western Avenue, Folly Roundabout and Charlton Road, creating a safer, greener route for people travelling without a car.
Safer routes for walkers, wheelers and cyclists
The scheme includes a grade-separated path for walking, wheeling (wheelchair or mobility scooter users) and cycling between the Western Avenue underpass and Folly Roundabout.
A new parallel crossing will also be added to Charlton Road, alongside improvements to the Western Avenue crossing, helping people move through the area more safely.
The route aims to make it easier to reach schools, shops and bus stops, encouraging more people to walk or cycle for short and medium journeys, while supporting healthier lifestyles and cutting carbon emissions.
Scheme Features
Linked to wider regeneration
The project forms part of Hampshire County Council’s Local Transport Plan 4 (LTP4), which aims to deliver a cleaner, safer and more inclusive transport system by 2050.
It also complements Test Valley Borough Council’s Riverside Park and Western Avenue regeneration schemes, improving connections between Andover’s town centre, green spaces and the wider road network.
How to have your say
Residents can view the full proposal and give feedback through the County Council’s online consultation:
- Information pack: https://sway.cloud.microsoft/5bsbiGWuxXJaZ3Qr?ref=Link
- Feedback survey: https://hampshirecc.welcomesyourfeedback.net/s/Follyroundabout
The survey is open from Monday 3 November and closes at 11:59pm on Sunday 21 December 2025.
Funding and next steps
Funding for the scheme comes from a mix of external grants and developer contributions (Section 106), rather than Hampshire County Council’s general budget.
Feedback collected from residents will be reviewed early next year, with design updates considered in early 2026. Construction is expected to begin in spring or summer 2026, subject to approval.
For more information, email capital.delivery@hants.gov.uk or visit the County Council’s website at www.hants.gov.uk.