Bus travel promoted for summer visits to Hilsea lines
Taking a bus is “the easiest and most convenient way to visit”.
Residents in Portsmouth are being encouraged to use the bus to travel to Hilsea this summer to enjoy a range of activities for all ages.
Following investment into the Hilsea Lines area Portsmouth City Council is encouraging residents to re-consider driving to Hilsea to enjoy the area.
Councillor Peter Candlish, Cabinet Member for Transport said: “By choosing the bus, people can avoid the cost and hassle of driving and parking, reduce their environmental impact and make the most of a great day out.
“Hilsea Lines is one of Portsmouth’s most important green spaces and we’ve invested significantly to improve it for residents and visitors alike. Eight bus services frequently stop right by the area, so it’s the easiest and most convenient way to visit.”
Hilsea Lines boasts historic fortifications, natural habitats and waterside trails along the northern edge of Portsea Island.
The area offers a wide range of attractions, including open-water swimming at Hilsea Lido, the Jubilee Splash Park, a play area, pump track, nature and heritage trails, cafés, creative spaces and watersports.
The area has been transformed through major investment in recent years, including improvements to Hilsea Lido, walking and cycling routes, and parks and open spaces.
Investment includes the £20m Hilsea Lido regeneration, the £85m North Portsea Coastal Scheme and transport works on the A3 Northern Parade. As part of the works, bus lanes were upgraded and roads, pavements and cycle paths were resurfaced.
The council says bus travel offers direct access to Hilsea Lines without the stress of finding parking, with frequent services operating along the Hilsea corridor and fares starting from £2 for an adult single.
All buses are equipped with ramps, priority seating and space for buggies and mobility aids, while passengers can also bring items such as shopping, dogs and sports equipment.
Hilsea Lines is served by eight frequent bus routes connecting it with Cosham, Paulsgrove, QA Hospital, Southsea, Fareham and the city centre. These include services 2, 3, 7, 8/8A, 20, 21, 23 and the 700 Coastliner, which links Portsmouth with Bognor Regis and Chichester.
Work is progressing on the North Portsea Coastal Scheme at Ports Creek, the project will help safeguard thousands of homes and businesses while improving paths and landscaping.