It’s part of the contruction of a new bridge over the motorway
Drivers have been warned about overnight road closures(Image: Getty)
Drivers are being warned of upcoming overnight road closures on the outskirts of Bristol this week as part of new traffic management measures aimed at easing pressure from ongoing A432/M4 bridge works.
South Gloucestershire Council’s StreetCare team has announced that resurfacing and road marking improvements will be carried out in two phases. The work will take place along the stretch from the top of Shorthill Road to the Shireway mini roundabout in in Westerleigh village.
Key dates and closures:
- Phase 2: From 8pm to 6am, May 6 to May 9 – the road will be fully closed overnight for three nights.
As part of the work, road markings will be refreshed at the road hump on Westerleigh Road, and the beige surface at the uncontrolled crossing point by the bus stop will also be re-laid.
According to the council, access to all properties within the closure zone will be maintained throughout.
A signed diversion will be in place during the road closures, using the B4465, A46, A432 Cotswold Way, A432 Kennedy Way, and Westerleigh Road, and vice versa.
These upgrades are being implemented to help manage increased local traffic resulting from long-running works on the A432 bridge over the M4, which continues to cause disruption for commuters and residents in Yate and the surrounding area.
The old A432 bridge was removed in late 2023, with a new one currently under construction as part of National Highways’ upgrades to the M4.
The bridge replacement has led to a diversion of traffic through nearby villages like Westerleigh, causing significant distribution for commuters and residents.
South Gloucestershire Council says the latest improvements are part of its ongoing response to the increased demand on minor roads and hopes the refreshed markings and resurfaced crossings will help ease congestion and improve safety for pedestrians and drivers.