Upcoming Road Layout Changes Near Bowling Green School
Upcoming Road Layout Changes Near Bowling Green School
We’d like to share some important context and updates regarding the upcoming changes to the road layout near Bowling Green Academy.
This initiative has been years in the making. It originally stemmed from efforts to establish a “walking bus” route—one from Sowood down to Holywell Green School, and another from Holywell Green up to Bowling Green School. Despite strong interest and collaboration with the PTAs, we were unfortunately unable to secure insurance for the walking bus scheme.
Thanks to persistent advocacy from both the Parish Council and the Headteacher at Bowling Green School, the school was shortlisted as one of ten across Calderdale identified as needing immediate infrastructure improvements. From there, Bowling Green was selected as one of the final five projects to be put forward to the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, and we’re thrilled to confirm that funding has been secured!
What’s Changing?
The works are scheduled to begin in 2026, and a final public consultation will be held before construction starts. In the meantime, here are a few key points from the current plans:
- Buses from Huddersfield to Halifax
These will continue to follow the same route and stop outside Bowling Green School—but the road will become one-way, restricted to buses and cycles only. - Buses from Halifax to Huddersfield
These will also follow the same general route, but the bus stop will be relocated further down Bowling Green Road, near the entrance to Gray Hall Close. Buses will then travel along Gray Hall and turn left onto Back Bowling Green Road.
Stay Informed
We’ll share updates—including details of the final consultation—on our social media channels and website as soon as they’re available. If you have any questions, most of the details are recorded in our meeting minutes, but feel free to reach out directly.
This is a significant step forward for safer, more sustainable travel around our schools, and we’re grateful for everyone’s support in making it happen.
Please see the PDF for full drawings and further details of the plans.