Silk Mills Road closure during vital resurfacing work

Major resurfacing works are being carried out starting from tomorrow (Tuesday, May 9).

Somerset Council’s highway maintenance team will be carrying out the scheme south of the Silk Mills Roundabout to just past the junction of Netherclay, Bishop's Hull – a distance of 1.1km.

Due to the traffic sensitive nature of the route, the project will be delivered in stages working south along the route during evenings and overnight from tomorrow until Friday, May 26, to minimise disruption.

That means a closure will be in place from 6.30pm until 6am the following day throughout the works, excluding weekends. However, the closure zone will vary according to where the team is working.

Residents and businesses will be granted access throughout and the Park and Ride service will continue to run throughout the evening.

Cllr Mike Rigby, Somerset Council’s executive lead member for transport and digital, said: “It’s important we get this work done – I’ve been aware of the poor condition of the surface for some time.

“There’s no easy time to deliver this, but working at night will minimise disruption.

“Of course we understand there will be an impact in the immediate area, but the team will ensure access for residents and I’m pleased that we have worked with the contractors to ensure the Park and Ride service continues throughout the evening while the works are being delivered.”