Key Points
- Glasgow City Council has drawn up plans for a 2.7km walking, wheeling and cycling route linking the Govan-Partick Bridge to Pollok Country Park.
- The route aims to provide a safe active travel connection between Govan, the Southside and West End communities.
- Public consultation is underway to gather feedback on the proposals.
- Improvements include signalised pedestrian crossings, dropped kerbs, new seating, landscaping and better drainage.
- The Govan-Partick Bridge has recorded over 1.77 million crossings, highlighting demand for such routes.
Glasgow (Glasgow Express) February 4, 2026 – Plans for a new 2.7km active travel route connecting the Govan-Partick Bridge to Pollok Country Park are advancing, with Glasgow City Council seeking public input.
The proposed path would run continuously from Water Row south of the bridge, along Govan Road, Orkney Street, Broomloan Road, Edmiston Drive and Dumbreck Road to Mosspark Boulevard, linking onward to the park via existing infrastructure. According to STV News reporting, the developments build on the bridge’s popularity since its opening and the draw of the nearby park.
What does the proposed route include?
The route features enhanced cycling infrastructure alongside safer pedestrian provisions, such as dropped kerbs, tactile paving, new seating, landscaping and improved drainage. STV News reports that signalised pedestrian crossings and a redesigned layout at the busy Edmiston Drive roundabout form key elements of the plan.
As reported by STV News, the proposals also boost access to the underused Orkney Place Park in Govan and introduce a new signal-controlled crossing between Dalkeith Avenue and Bellahouston Park for safer travel to the park or Dumbreck Railway Station.
Why is this project being developed now?
Glasgow City Council emphasises strengthening connections to local amenities, green spaces and public transport in the Govan area. The initiative, part of the Connecting Greater Govan project, responds to high demand evidenced by more than 1.77 million crossings on the Govan-Partick Bridge to date, as noted in STV News coverage.
How popular has the Govan-Partick Bridge become?
The bridge, a £29 million swing structure for pedestrians and cyclists, opened in September 2024 and has attracted thousands of visitors, according to reports on its rapid usage. STV News highlights this as clear evidence of appetite for high-quality walking, wheeling and cycling routes across the city.
What are the next steps for the plans?
The council is inviting public feedback on the first proposed route to refine improvements and enhance connectivity for Govan residents while expanding safe active travel options citywide. STV News states the project will deliver improved streets as part of broader infrastructure goals.
Glasgow City Council anticipates the input will shape final designs to better serve communities linking Govan, the Southside and West End.
