Barnet Loop Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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  • What is the Barnet Loop?
    1. The Barnet Loop is a proposed 17-mile walking, cycling, running and wheeling network. This network will connect the urban areas of Hendon, Colindale and Edgware with Barnet, Totteridge and Whetstone via existing walking paths such as the London Loop and the Dollis Valley Greenwalk. It will link green spaces, town centres, schools, community amenities and residential areas within the borough, promoting active travel.
  • What are the benefits of investing in a walking and cycle facility in the borough.
    1. The borough is experiencing significant growth and regeneration which is accompanied by increased demand on our transport and public services. Providing a safe, attractive and comprehensive network will provide those who are able to walk/ cycle an alternative for short journeys. This will contribute to the health and wellbeing of our communities and also offset congestion and poor air quality on our roads.
  • When will the Barnet Loop be completed.
    1. The majority of the Barnet Loop already exists. For instance, the section between Burnt Oak and Colindale is complete and some sections through residential streets, parks/ open spaces and requires limited engineering work to bring them up to standard. We will be implementing it in phases from 2025, starting with the sections that are least complicated and offer the most value. The actual phasing and timescales for delivery will be confirmed after further design work has been undertaken this year.
  • How will the Barnet Loop be funded?
    1. The Barnet Loop currently has limited funds received from Transport for London and Community Infrastructure Levy. We will be making applications to Transport for London (TfL) to fund some sections that form part or complement their cycle network and also from S106. There is some limited funding to progress with sections that can be delivered quickly and offer the most value. We will also be researching further third-party funding sources to deliver the majority of the route.
  • How can I provide feedback after this engagement and stay involved
    1. We will compile all feedback from the engagement and where appropriate, include them in the design of the Barnet Loop. There will be a formal consultation that will provide an update on how we have used your feedback in the designs and also offer an opportunity to obtain further feedback. Alternatively, you can email the project team at barnetloop@barnet.gov.uk with your feedback.
  • How will the Barnet Loop affect parking, loading and servicing.
    1. A majority of the route will be off-road through parks and open spaces. In instances where we need to remove parking to enable cyclists and pedestrians to safely cross the road, we will undertake parking surveys to ensure we can relocate or provide alternative spaces on nearby streets.
  • Will cycling be permitted at night through the parks
    1. Where possible, suitable alternative routes will be provided to ensure the Barnet Loop is accessible at all times. However, there are sections where the route will only be accessible through parks where we will consider appropriate and sensitive lighting to keep routes accessible.
  • When does the engagement close?
    1. We will close the engagement on 16 August to enable us to incorporate all the feedback we receive into the emerging designs for the Barnet Loop. After this date, you can contact us using the project mailbox; barnetloop@barnet.gov.uk
  • What happens next?
    1. We will produce a summary of the feedback received and how we have applied them in our designs, shortly after the engagement closes. We also plan to hold a public consultation in 2025 to obtain further feedback and refine the designs.



  • What is the Barnet Loop?
    1. The Barnet Loop is a proposed 17-mile walking, cycling, running and wheeling network. This network will connect the urban areas of Hendon, Colindale and Edgware with Barnet, Totteridge and Whetstone via existing walking paths such as the London Loop and the Dollis Valley Greenwalk. It will link green spaces, town centres, schools, community amenities and residential areas within the borough, promoting active travel.
  • What are the benefits of investing in a walking and cycle facility in the borough.
    1. The borough is experiencing significant growth and regeneration which is accompanied by increased demand on our transport and public services. Providing a safe, attractive and comprehensive network will provide those who are able to walk/ cycle an alternative for short journeys. This will contribute to the health and wellbeing of our communities and also offset congestion and poor air quality on our roads.
  • When will the Barnet Loop be completed.
    1. The majority of the Barnet Loop already exists. For instance, the section between Burnt Oak and Colindale is complete and some sections through residential streets, parks/ open spaces and requires limited engineering work to bring them up to standard. We will be implementing it in phases from 2025, starting with the sections that are least complicated and offer the most value. The actual phasing and timescales for delivery will be confirmed after further design work has been undertaken this year.
  • How will the Barnet Loop be funded?
    1. The Barnet Loop currently has limited funds received from Transport for London and Community Infrastructure Levy. We will be making applications to Transport for London (TfL) to fund some sections that form part or complement their cycle network and also from S106. There is some limited funding to progress with sections that can be delivered quickly and offer the most value. We will also be researching further third-party funding sources to deliver the majority of the route.
  • How can I provide feedback after this engagement and stay involved
    1. We will compile all feedback from the engagement and where appropriate, include them in the design of the Barnet Loop. There will be a formal consultation that will provide an update on how we have used your feedback in the designs and also offer an opportunity to obtain further feedback. Alternatively, you can email the project team at barnetloop@barnet.gov.uk with your feedback.
  • How will the Barnet Loop affect parking, loading and servicing.
    1. A majority of the route will be off-road through parks and open spaces. In instances where we need to remove parking to enable cyclists and pedestrians to safely cross the road, we will undertake parking surveys to ensure we can relocate or provide alternative spaces on nearby streets.
  • Will cycling be permitted at night through the parks
    1. Where possible, suitable alternative routes will be provided to ensure the Barnet Loop is accessible at all times. However, there are sections where the route will only be accessible through parks where we will consider appropriate and sensitive lighting to keep routes accessible.
  • When does the engagement close?
    1. We will close the engagement on 16 August to enable us to incorporate all the feedback we receive into the emerging designs for the Barnet Loop. After this date, you can contact us using the project mailbox; barnetloop@barnet.gov.uk
  • What happens next?
    1. We will produce a summary of the feedback received and how we have applied them in our designs, shortly after the engagement closes. We also plan to hold a public consultation in 2025 to obtain further feedback and refine the designs.



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