Published on Tuesday 09 July 2024
Sustainable travel improvement work is set to start on Ashley Road in Boscombe later this month.
From Monday 22 July until Wednesday 28 August, a northbound lane closure will be in place on Ashley Road between Holdenhurst Road and Christchurch Roundabout to enable the introduction of several enhancements, which include:
- A new toucan crossing to replace the existing school crossing patrol outside Kings Park Academy, between its junctions with South Road and Grantham Road, with the nearby bus layby changed to accommodate this
- A new bus shelter will replace the existing one outside Kings Park Academy
- A new toucan crossing on Ashley Road near the entrance to Kings Park, to improve safety and access between the new facilities in the park and the quieter, low traffic route along Windham Road towards Bournemouth Train Station. The existing crossing outside 133 Ashley Road will be removed
- Widening the footpath to create a shared path on the western side of Ashley Road (between Windham Road and Boscombe Grove Road) to enable pedestrians and cyclists to access the new toucan crossing.
A signposted diversion route via the A35 Christchurch Road, St Swithun’s Road and Holdenhurst Road will be in operation. Access to local properties and businesses will be maintained.
A full closure will be in place from 6pm to midnight on Monday 26 to Wednesday 28 August to enable surfacing and lining works to be completed.
Councillor Andy Hadley, Portfolio Holder for Climate Response, Environment and Energy, said:
“These improvements on Ashley Road help provide safe active travel links for school children and the local community. They form part of a wider sustainable travel route that runs all the way from Bournemouth train station and the town centre linking the residential areas of Springbourne, Kings Park and Littledown to the major employment site at Wessex Fields. This investment from central government into our infrastructure means we are not only promoting healthier and safer lifestyles but also working towards reducing our carbon footprint and creating a more sustainable future for our community.”
The work, funded through the Transforming Cities Fund*, has been scheduled to take place during the school holidays to minimise disruption. BCP Council advises people to allow extra time for their journeys, and thanks those affected by the work for their patience while these improvements take place.
For more information, visit www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/TCFAshleyRoad.