Family of man killed at lethal A281 crossing asked to remove tributes at crash site
The family of Pathushan Sutharsan have been asked to remove tributes laid at the crossing where he was killed. Pathu was taking part in a charity bike ride on the Downs Link last July when he was fatally struck by a lorry at the notorious A281 crossing. Local residents and campaigners have been demanding for […]
Rudgwick Parish Council supports the Bridge the Downs Link campaign and say action is needed now to make A281 crossing safe
The fatal accident at the A281 crossing in 2020 shocked and saddened the local community of nearby Rudgwick. The local Parish Council say they have waited far too long for WSCC to improve safety at the crossing and want action now to ensure that locals and visitors alike can enjoy walks and rides on the […]
Horsham cycle forum supports a Downs Link bridge “so no one else needs to die”
The Horsham District Cycling Forum has joined a growing list of organisations calling on West Sussex County Council to make the Downs Link safe for all and build a bridge at the dangerous A281 crossing. Forum chair Francis Vernon says the Downs Link crossing of the A281 near Rudgwick is “probably the most dangerous junction […]
Rudgwick magazine features the Bridge the Downs Link campaign
The October copy of the Rudgwick magazine ran a centrefold spread on the Bridge the Downs Link campaign. The magazine is produced by Rudgwick Church and is distributed to 1,400 homes and businesses in the parish. If you would like to support the campaign please write to your local County councillor.
Have you seen our posters on the Downs Link?
We’ve been busy putting out posters along the Downs Link! From Cranleigh to Rudgwick and Slinfold to Southwater you’ll see our poster on display. If you would like to help publicise the campaign please download one of our posters and display it in your window. If you need a printed or laminated copy please contact […]
Cranleigh business leader calls for notorious Downs Link crossing to be made safe
Rosemary French, President of the Cranleigh Chamber of Commerce which represents the local business community, has joined calls for a bridge at the dangerous Downs Link crossing of the A281. “The Downs Link is a key commercial, social, leisure, health and well-being contributor to the economy of Cranleigh. As long as the Downs Link is […]
Rudgwick Preservation Society say building a bridge over the A281 should be treated as a “priority”
The Rudgwick Preservation Society has joined calls for a bridge over the A281 to “make the crossing safe for all users.” Roger Nash, chairman of the group, said they organise walks along the Downs Link on summer evenings but in recent years have no longer feel able to use the crossing because of the danger […]
British Horse Society supports calls for a bridge at dangerous Downs Link crossing
The British Horse Society supports the campaign to build a bridge over the A281 and say this will “restore the safe use of the Downs Link for equestrians.” HHilary Jubert, Access and Bridleways Officer, said: “The Downs Link is a valuable all weather public bridleway. Equestrians use it as part of circular routes connected by […]
Bridge the Downs Link campaign in the news
We’ve barely launched and the campaign has already featured in the West Sussex County Times, not once but twice! Want to show your support? Write a letter of support to the paper. Write to your local Councillor. Display our poster in your window. Tell your family and friends about us!
Download our poster NOW!
If you want to help promote our campaign a great way of doing so is to download our poster and display it in a window. If you need a printed or laminated copy please contact us here. Another great way to show your support is to write to you local County councillor and MP to […]