Merrywalks is the main bus hub in Stroud and has been identified as a ‘strategic market town hub’ in Gloucestershire’s emerging Transport Interchange Hub strategy.

However, in recent years the bus shelters at Merrywalks have deteriorated with Stroud District Council receiving comments about the shelters and immediate surroundings.

We would like to transform Merrywalks into a more accessible public transport interchange, with better information on services and more comfortable places to wait. We aim to improve the environment for pedestrians, cyclists and provide live information on both bus and train services.

Gloucestershire County Council, Stroud District Council and Stroud Town Council are pooling funding from various budgets to deliver this through the provision off:

• New, high quality bus shelters
• Improved information provision, including Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI)
• CCTV
• Lighting improvements

In addition, we want your opinions on other options to improve and expand the interchange hub, such as:

• Improved urban realm
• Secure cycle storage
• Parcel collection
• Electric vehicle parking
• Bike repair station

How to respond

You can add your comments to the interactive map below by selecting 'go to map'. To leave comments, use the + icon in the map legend on the left.

You can then drag the pin to the area you are taking about and type your comments in the pop up box.

You can also add your ideas and comments to our interactive ideas board and also take part in our survey.

If you prefer, you can also:

• Email: Sarah.Williams3@gloucestershire.gov.uk(External link)
• Write to: Merrywalks Transport Hub Engagement, Sarah Williams, Gloucestershire County Council, Strategic Planning, Block 5, 1st Floor, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG