Tudor Gardens, Ashby-de-la-Zouch
This page has been produced on behalf of Davidsons Developments Ltd as part of their commitment to promoting the use of sustainable transport.
Davidsons’ aim, with your help, is to achieve a 15% reduction in single occupancy car vehicle trips to and from the development. This will improve the air quality, reduce congestion and improve the safety of your estate.
This page contains bespoke information relating to your estate and should give you the tools to make sustainable transport decisions for the betterment of everyone.
You will have received a ‘Sustainable Travel Pack’ when you first moved into your new home on the estate. We try to keep this up to date when any changes occur, if you wish to see the most current version click here for the e-link.
£2 Single Bus Fares Extended to End of December 2024
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£2 Single Bus Fares Extended to End of December 2024 〰️
Newsletters
Your most recent sustainable travel newsletter can be downloaded below.
You can also see back issues in case you missed one.
Choose How You Move- Rewards Challenge
Now you know how to travel around your area without using your car, its time to earn points and rewards while doing it.
Introducing the Betterpoints app.
The Choose How You Move rewards challenge is powered by BetterPoints and allows you to earn points for walking, running and cycling. Track your journeys using the free BetterPoints app to earn points and redeem them for high street vouchers, or donate them to your favourite charity.
For more information check out https://www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk/betterpoints/
Download the app onto your phone and get earning!
Local Facilities
There are many facilities within the local area, many of which can be accessed on foot or by cycle. The image below provides you with a snapshot of the facilities within a 2km radius of your home. Most notably, Ashby-de-la-Zouch Centre is only a short walk or cycle from the site, along Burton Road.
This interactive map shows some of the interesting and useful places you might wish to visit.
Have a look at the UK footpath map for inspiration for your next day out.
Cycling
Did you know?
As part of the national cycle scheme initiative, primarily implemented to encourage cycling to work, your employer may be eligible to provide you with an employee benefit that saves you 25- 39% on a bike and accessories! You pay nothing upfront and the payments are taken tax efficiently from your salary by your employer. Visit the following website to learn more; https://www.cyclescheme.co.uk
Cycling has many benefits:
It is direct and provides a complete transport solution from A-B. It is not constrained by timetables or ‘mass journey routes’ as public transport is and inherently provides a bespoke transport mode. Additionally, it incorporates a good level of exercise within the commute.
Your estate is a 5 minute cycle to the centre of Ashby-de-la-Zouch. There are cycle stands outside the Shoulder of Mutton Pub in the town centre, why not pop down and do some shopping?
Find your local cycling group at https://www.cyclinguk.org/groups-listing
Check out Choose How You Move for interactive cycle maps of Leicestershire.
Click these links to access a whole world of cycling joy in and around Ashby-de-la-Zouch!
Bus Travel
There are bus stops located on Burton Road that provide regular services to and from Burton-upon-Trent, Swadlincote, Coalville and East Midlands Airport.
The local number 9 bus service (from Burton to East Midlands Airport) is scheduled to route through the estate from the summer of 2023!
There will be the opportunity to apply for x2 free 6-month bus passes once the service routes through the development! Check back here for more information in the summer of 2023.
Check out your local ticket options:
https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/buy-tickets/region/midlands/zone/amd023
https://www.midlandclassic.com/fares-and-tickets/
To get real time bus routing options click this link to go to our journey planner page!
Trains
The closest train station to your home is Burton‐Upon‐Trent station, located approximately 8 miles north west. The station is located on the Cross‐Country line, with direct services north and south to locations including:
Derby ‐ 12 Minutes
Birmingham New Street ‐ 24 Minutes
Sheffield ‐ 52 Minutes
Leeds ‐ 1Hr 34 Minutes
Bristol Temple Meads ‐ 2Hr 2 Minutes
If you make the same train journey on 3 or more days within a week a season ticket is likely to offer better value than daily tickets. Season tickets are valid for 7 consecutive days or for any period from a calendar month up to a year. A passport sized photograph is required for a photo card, which must be carried at all times when travelling. Season tickets can be purchased at any staffed station.
To calculate the cost of a season ticket for a journey, use the Calculator tool at www.nationalrail.co.uk/times_fares/ticket_types/season_tickets.aspx
Image Credit https://mollison.co/
Car Sharing
Sharing a journey by car with a friend, family member or work colleague will save money on fuel and running costs for your vehicle and will also reduce traffic on the roads and thereby reduce congestion and pollution. Car sharing can be an informal arrangement where friends and neighbours offer to give each other a lift to work or leisure activities.
There are also formal organisations that facilitate car sharing for those people looking for a lift or willing to provide a lift to other likeminded people, not necessarily known to them. These organised car sharing schemes can be extremely successful in connecting people to share car trips.
Driving Tips
Eco Driving explanation and Tips
Fuel consumption plays a big part in which car you buy, Official MPG figures are typically not reliable so its down to the driver to maximize the efficiency of the vehicle with their driving style. This can be achieved by regular maintenance and adapting your driving techniques for optimal consumption, not only does this save you money but it will also help to reduce your carbon footprint.
The AA provides some eco driving tips on its website: why not take a look here?
Working from home
Have you ever considered working from home?
Did you know that Ashby-de-la-Zouch has access to superfast broadband? This makes it easier than ever to do so.
Working from home has a whole host of advantages, such as: Higher productivity, reduced carbon footprint, a better work-life balance and many more!
https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/ check out your max internet speed here.
Parking on drives and not pavements
We encourage all residents to park responsibly, if drive space is available, it would be of great help if vehicles are parked off-street. This makes it much easier for those with pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters to navigate the development. It also prevents any accidental damage to your vehicle from passers-by.
Helpful Links
Remember to check out the Helpful Links page on this website for some nationally relevant sustainable travel advice and information.
Annual Travel Survey
As a key part of your estate getting planning permission, we are required to undertake annual travel surveys to monitor how you as residents choose to get from A-B.
Your next annual travel survey will be completed in October 2023.
The survey only take 5 minutes and there is a chance to win a prize of a £50 amazon voucher, so please look out for the QR code through your door, or check back here later this year!