The Newtown Bridge, Balheary Road, Walking and Cycling Scheme in Swords was officially opened by Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Tom O’Leary, in the presence of Minister for Climate, Energy & the Environment and Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien TD. The event marks the completion of a significant active travel upgrade that enhances safety and connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists along this important local route. CSEA are proud to have been the Consulting Engineers for this essential Active Travel Scheme.
This €1 million project addresses longstanding challenges along the narrow and heavily used section of road, where pedestrians and cyclists previously shared limited space with vehicles. The completed scheme provides a widened footpath across the bridge, an upgraded and extended cycle route from Swords, a new signalised pedestrian crossing and improved access points to Broadmeadow Park and the Balheary reservoir lands at Swords Celtic Football Club. A one-way system now manages traffic by allowing vehicles to pass in alternating directions, with additional speed‑reduction measures further enhancing safety and comfort for all road users.
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