All the road closures in and around Darlington this week

Here are all the road closures in and around the town you should be aware of this week (March 2-6):

Blackwell

A road closure affecting Blackwell is currently in place due to ongoing utility repair and maintenance works conducted by Northern Gas Networks.

The closure began on January 5 and will remain until April 15.

The restrictions are expected to cover the area from the junction with Bridge Road to the junction with Carmel Road South.

Grainger Street West Back

In addition, Grainger Street West Back will see a road closure starting on March 2 and lasting until March 6.

Northumbrian Water is set to carry out utility asset works, specifically excavating to construct a new manhole.

The work zone is located at the rear of properties numbered 1 to 23 Hawthorn Street.

Roberts Walk

Effective from March 3 to March 4, Roberts Walk will be closed for another round of road works.

Yarm Road (A66 Roundabout to Sadberge Road Roundabout)

From March 2 until March 15, Yarm Road, particularly the segment between the A66 roundabout and the Sadberge Road roundabout, will be closed for road works.

The restrictions are set to remain in place as works are carried out on the carriageway.

Abbey Road

Ongoing works on Abbey Road, which began on February 23 and are expected to continue until April 17, will also affect traffic in the area.

Darlington Borough Council is undertaking highway improvement works, with the restrictions expected from the Carmel Road North junction to past the Neville Road junction.

The first phase entails installing speed tables and improving the footways.

Milbank Road

Meanwhile, Milbank Road is currently closed until March 8 due to highway improvement activities.

The closure, which commenced on February 23, is related to civil preparation works and carriageway resurfacing efforts.

Thompson Street West

Thompson Street West remains closed for ongoing utility asset works executed by Northern Powergrid (Northeast) PLC.

The work started on January 21 and is set to end on March 26. It involves excavating approximately 750 meters of footway and carriageway to install new underground electric cables.

The restrictions are expected to remain in place to ensure safe working conditions.

Myrtle Gardens

Another road closure in place is Myrtle Gardens, which will remain in effect until March 9.

Northern Gas Networks is working on utility repair and maintenance in the area, specifically at the junction with Mayfair Road and nearby properties.

This is part of an extensive project that aims to replace outdated infrastructure.

Harrowgate Village

Looking further ahead, Harrowgate Village will experience restrictions due to highway improvement works scheduled from March 31, 2025, until March 27.

These major road closures will cover the area from Dewberry Lane to the Village Hall, and are part of S278 works for a new development, meaning significant traffic disruption could be expected in the future.

Beaumont Hill

Similarly, Beaumont Hill will also be affected by highway improvement works during the same period.

The closure from Dewberry Lane to 25 Beaumont Hill will coincide with ongoing works by Darlington Borough Council, further hindering traffic through the area as improvements are made.

Lime Lane

Lastly, Lime Lane will be closed for highway improvement works from March 2 to March 13.

The planned closures will encompass the carriageway from Lodge Lane, extending approximately 1800 meters along Lime Lane.

Residents should prepare for potential disruptions during this essential maintenance window.

Residents and motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time during these closures and to follow all posted detour signs for safety and convenience.