Impact of Phase 5
- Closure of the level crossing to motorised traffic
- Temporary closure of the junction between Ash Church Road and Foreman Road
- Full-depth reconstruction of Ash Church Road from Britten Close to Foreman Road
- Temporary diversion of the Number 20 bus route
- Installation of temporary traffic lights on Foreman Road to facilitate pedestrian access between Woodroffe Close and Meade Walk, with traffic light timings to be reviewed after one week
- Creation of new parking spaces on Guildford Road between the Dover’s Arms roundabout and the level crossing
Pedestrian and Cycle Access
Pedestrian and cyclist access to the railway station will remain open throughout Phase Five, with a signed diversion in place between Grange Road and Ash Church Road. Additionally, pedestrians and cyclists will still be able to cross the railway at the level crossing.
Bus Routes
During this period, cars, light vehicles, and the Number 20 bus will be redirected from Ash Street via Grange Road, Foreman Road, over the new bridge, and along Leyscroftes Road and Stonehill Road, rejoining Guildford Road at the Dover’s Arms roundabout.
The bus stops at St Peter’s Church, Ash Rail Station, and Chester Road will be temporarily out of service during Phase Five. Once completed, the Number 20 bus will permanently use Chester Bridge, Leyscroftes Road, and Stonehill Road as its route.
HGV Diversion
Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) are advised to take a longer diversion from the A331 along the A31 and A3, returning to Ash via the A323 to minimise heavy traffic on narrower roads. HGVs will be permitted to use the bridge once Phase Five concludes in approximately nine weeks.
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