Roads in the city center are being closed for the improvement scheme

VaselineMay 13, 2024

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Roads in the city center are being closed for the improvement scheme

A popular route into the city center will be closed as the second phase of a scheme to improve pedestrian routes gets underway.

Manvers Street, Fore Street and Wicker Hill in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, are being refurbished with £16 million from the Future High Streets Fund.

Until early September, Wicker Hill, from Manvers Street to Town Bridge, will be closed to all traffic while walkways are widened and street furniture installed.

Repairs to the highway’s drainage system and roadway reconstruction will also be made, and resurfacing will be completed to address historic issues.

Wicker Hill in Trowbridge — Wicker Hill will be closed to traffic while the work is underway (Google)

According to Wiltshire Council, most of the work will be carried out during the day between 07:00 and 19:00 BST, six days a week.

However, road resurfacing will likely be undertaken overnight towards the end of the project.

Traffic management measures will be implemented, including a one-way system reversal on Manvers Street and alternative bus stops nearby. A fully signed diversion route will be created for direct traffic.

Councilor Nick Holder, cabinet member for highways, streetscape and flooding, said: “One of our key priorities is to have vibrant, well-connected communities.

“We recognize that road improvements of this magnitude cause some disruption and apologize in advance for any inconvenience,” Holder continued.

“Our contractor will remain in close contact with businesses that are affected by the phases of the works to ensure that disruption is kept to a minimum.

“Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times. Dedicated traffic management operators will monitor access, assist drivers and pedestrians as well as ensure the safety of the traveling public and site workforce.”

Mr Holder added that businesses in the area would be open as usual. However, access to homes and businesses may be temporarily restricted due to site operations.

The work is expected to be completed by the end of summer 2024.

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