en.Wedoany.com Reported - In July this year, a £12 million road investment program will commence in Grantham, UK, focusing on resurfacing and traffic signal upgrades on several of the busiest routes to improve traffic conditions and reduce long-term maintenance needs.
Councillor David East, Executive Member for Highways, noted that the project will significantly improve road conditions and reliability on key routes in and around Grantham, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of people and goods through the town. He further explained that these roads handle daily commutes, school runs, medical visits, shopping, leisure, and freight transport across the county, and the current investment is crucial to ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient travel in Grantham for years to come. He mentioned that the project will not only provide smoother surfaces and more stable traffic signals but also reduce the frequency of future maintenance interventions, thereby minimizing long-term disruptions to road users.
The work includes the reconstruction of worn sections and upgrades to traffic signal equipment at the A52/A607 Grantham roundabout. Sam Edwards, Head of Highways and Economic Infrastructure, explained that the team will rebuild aging sections and update roundabout signal equipment to enhance overall performance and reliability. He revealed that nearly 1,500 tonnes of new road materials will be laid across the two construction sites, which will help improve road conditions for many years. Edwards emphasized that carrying out the work now prevents more severe and costly repairs in the future and represents an ongoing investment in local residents, businesses, and county-wide transport.
County Councillor Richard Davies for Grantham West welcomed the investment, stressing the urgency of addressing deteriorating road conditions. Davies stated that the work is timely and thanked the county council for listening to local opinions and taking action. He noted that these intersections are among the busiest in Grantham, with road surfaces significantly worsening over the past year. He acknowledged that construction will cause inconvenience but believes the final benefits are worthwhile, as better roads mean safer travel and a superior experience for all who use these routes daily.
During the resurfacing, engineers will also simultaneously repair ironwork components and improve drainage at the A52/A607 Grantham roundabout. Carrying out multiple tasks concurrently is expected to reduce overall costs and minimize future traffic disruptions.
The project is divided into two phases. Phase 1, at the A607/B1174 junction, covering North Street and North Parade near Barrowby Road, will start on Monday, July 13, with a maximum duration of one week. Phase 2, at the A52/A607 Grantham roundabout, involving Dysart Road, Sankt Augustin Way, Westgate, Wharf Road, Harlaxton Road, Station Road West, and Stanton Street, will start on Monday, July 20, 2026, with a maximum duration of six weeks.
Targeted traffic management measures will be implemented for each phase. During Phase 1, the junction will be closed from 19:00 to 06:00 each night, but the slip road from North Street to Barrowby Road will remain open. During Phase 2, lane closures will be in place during weekday daytime (08:00 to 18:00) for footway and signal modifications; full road closures will occur on weekday nights (19:00 to 06:00) for resurfacing work. Access for residents and emergency vehicles will continue to be ensured where possible.
Diversion signs will be in place during closures. For Phase 1, vehicles heading to North Parade will need to divert via B1174 Great North Road, A1, A52, B1174 South Parade, A52 London Road, and B1174 High Street; vehicles heading to the hospital will be diverted via Barrowby Road, A52 Sankt Augustin Way, Dysart Road, Westgate, Wharf Road, St Catherine’s Road, Sandon Road, Beacon Lane, New Beacon Road, Hill Avenue, Belton Lane, Manthorpe Road, and Brook Street. For Phase 2, northbound vehicles will divert via Dysart Road, Trent Road, and A607 Harlaxton Road; vehicles on Wharf Road will divert via B1174, Brook Street, Brownlow Street, Broad Street, Barrowby Road, and Sankt Augustin Way; during road marking work on the southern section, vehicles will need to divert via A607 Harlaxton Road, A1, A52, B1174 South Parade, A52 London Road, and Wharf Road.
Councillor East added that they understand the inconvenience, especially from overnight closures, and thanked residents and road users in advance for their cooperation. He assured that the project team will do everything possible to complete the work safely, quickly, and efficiently, keeping disruptions to a minimum. The above works are part of the broader £12 million road investment program led by Lincolnshire County Council, aimed at maintaining key transport routes across the county. By improving road reliability, reducing future maintenance costs, and keeping vital corridors open, the program supports local communities, businesses, and the regional economy. Drivers can visit the Lincolnshire County Council roadworks update page for the latest information on this and other planned highway projects.
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