Bishopthorpe Road closure moved forward by York council

Planned overnight closures in Bishopthorpe Road have been moved forward after the council announced that improvement works are progressing ahead of schedule.

They will now take place from 8pm till 6am on Thursday (August 13) and Friday (August 14), instead of previously published dates on August 24 to 25.

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A council spokesperson said: “The project is currently progressing ahead of schedule, meaning the planned resurfacing works can now be completed earlier than anticipated, helping us keep the project moving and minimising disruption in the area.”

Businesses will be open as usual during this work, and signposted diversions will be in place for motorists and cyclists via Nunnery Lane, Blossom Street and Scarcroft Road.

Bus services 11, 15 and 21 will be affected by the closures and diverted.

Bishopthorpe Road shop bus stop will be suspended for the duration of the work, and a temporary bus stop will be provided in Scarcroft Road, outside St Clement’s Church.

Residents of Ebor Street will be allowed access during these periods but will be requested to park elsewhere if possible.

Speaking about this, Cllr Kate Ravilious, executive member for transport at City of York Council, said: “We’re pleased that works on Bishopthorpe Road are progressing well ahead of schedule.

“Thanks to favourable weather and good progress made on traffic signal and drainage improvements, we’ve been able to bring forward planned road resurfacing works.

“To minimise any disruption, we want to ensure residents, businesses and anyone travelling through the area is aware of these changes, to help them plan ahead.

“Record investment this year to improve York’s roads means smoother journeys for all and we’re grateful for everyone’s patience as we get this important work done.”

For more information, please visit here.

https://www.york.gov.uk/BishopthorpeRoadJunctionImprovements