Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) Council has opened a public consultation on the second and third phases of a new walking and cycling route linking Treherbert and Treorchy. The three-week consultation runs from July 7 to July 21, 2026, focusing on proposals from Penyrenglyn Primary School towards Treorchy.
What the phases involve
Phase one, which runs from Treherbert Railway Station to Penyrenglyn Primary School, was consulted on last summer. Its detailed design is complete, and the council is awaiting a funding decision from the Welsh Government for construction. That phase was supported by the Active Travel Fund for 2025-26.
Phases two and three are in early design and development stages. They propose new walking and cycling infrastructure from Penyrenglyn Primary School to River Terrace, continuing along River Terrace toward Treorchy. The route will run broadly parallel to the existing railway line.
How to have your say
Residents can participate via an online survey on the council's consultations page, by email at ActiveTravelConsultation@rctcbc.gov.uk, or by post to Freepost RSBU-HJUK-LSSS, Research & Consultation, 2 Llys Cadwyn, Taff Street, Pontypridd, CF37 4TH.
A public drop-in session will be held at The Old Library, Bute Street, Treherbert, on July 7 from 1pm to 7pm. Attendees can view consultation materials, ask questions, and provide feedback.
Funding and next steps
The design work for phases two and three is funded through the Welsh Government's Cardiff Capital Region Regional Transport Fund for 2026-27. Future construction depends on a successful further funding submission.
The council encourages all residents to share their views to help shape the active travel improvements in the area.
