Introduction
This travel information pack has been developed to assist staff and visitors in using sustainable modes of transport as an alternative to single car occupancy. Sustainable modes of transport include;
- Walking
- Cycling
- Car sharing
- Public transport
Use of sustainable modes of transport will help address environment and health issues. Employees and visitors to the nursery will enjoy a healthier lifestyle and a reduction in travel costs. The local community will also benefit from;
- Reduced congestion
- Improved journey times
- No ‘bad’ neighbour parking
- Improved quality of life
- Less noise pollution
- Reduced CO2 emissions
- Better air quality
Increased use of sustainable modes of transport will encourage local authorities and businesses to invest in public transport, cycle and foot paths, bus and rail services etc.
Modes of Transport
Car – The nursery is located on a small industrial estate near Staple Tye Shopping Centre in Harlow. The nursery has onsite parking however the number of available parking spaces can be limited at certain times of the day. There are no parking restrictions on Perry Road however parking on the road/pavement can cause hazards to pedestrians and other vehicles and is therefore discouraged. Staple Tye Shopping Centre has ample free parking and is just a 2 minute walk away. Visitors visiting the nursery by car should enter postcode CM18 7NS into their satellite navigation device.
The nursery encourages the use of car sharing. Car sharing reduces congestion and CO2 and noise pollution. Travel costs are cheaper than single occupancy vehicles.
Business travel by staff using a car is only permitted if other means of communicating or transport are not suitable e.g. tele-conferencing, online communications etc. Several employees travelling to the same destination at the same time will be required to car share wherever possible.
Walking – Walking is most suited to staff and visitors travelling within two miles of the nursery and can be combined with other methods of transport, such as public transport to cover longer distances. The nursery is surrounded by residential areas that offer illuminated footpaths. Health experts recommend that we should walk 10,000 steps a day (about five miles) to stay fit and healthy. Walking to and from the nursery either directly from home or after using public transport will help you achieve this target. Walking is the most cost effective method of travelling to work as it is entirely free.
Cycling – Cycling is most suited to staff and visitors travelling within five miles of the nursery and is another way to achieve a healthier lifestyle. There are plenty of cycle routes provided throughout the Harlow area. The nursery has a number of cycle bays that provide a safe and secure place to leave bicycles. Note: the responsibility of the security of the bicycle belongs with the owner of the bicycle. Bicycles should be securely locked to the secure fixings provided.
Public Transport
Bus – Arriva has a network of bus services that cover the majority of the Harlow area, with all routes congregating at the Town Centre. Bus services that include the Staple Tye area on their route are;
- Routes 2 and 3, including Harlow Rail Station, Town Centre, Hare Street, Great Pardon, Stewards, Passmores.
- Route 505, including the Town Centre and Broadley Common.
Bus route 5 stops close by to Staple Tye and includes Princess Alexandra Hospital, Little Pardon, Harlow Rail Station, Town Centre, Hare Street, Great Pardon, and Kingsmoor.
Train – Harlow has good rail links with London’s Liverpool Street Station. The train station operated by National Rail is located approximately 2.6 miles from the nursery. Train timetables can be found by visiting www.nationalrail.co.uk The station offers various onward travel modes including taxis (a taxi rank is located in front of the station) and a bus service. Plusbus tickets can be purchased with train tickets for discounted unlimited bus travel around Harlow, visit www.plusbus.info for further information and ticket prices. Arriva bus services on routes 2 and 3 include Staple Tye on their routes. Visit www.harlowbus.com for further information and ticket prices.
Useful information
Public Rights of Way – Telephone: 0845 6037631 Web: www.essex.gov.uk/PROW
Cycle Routes – Telephone: 0845 6037631 Web: www.essex.gov.uk/cycling
National Rail – Telephone: 08457 484950 Web: www.nationalrail.co.uk
Arriva Buses – Telephone: 0844 8004411 Web: www.arrivabus.co.uk
Plusbus – Web: www.plusbus.info
Traveline – Web: www.traveline.info
Transport for London –Telephone: 0845 2221234 Web: www.tfl.gov.uk