A5036 Park Lane

Latest updates

• 18 September 2023

  Scheme update

  In autumn of 2022, the Park Lane footbridge that crossed the A5036 had to be demolished after it was struck by a tall vehicle.

  We’ve since completed a feasibility study into providing a replacement crossing at this location suitable for everyone in the community.

  We had five key considerations when developing the replacement crossing: safety, convenience, congestion, affordability, and accessibility for all.

  Through our design work it became clear that a bridge at this location was unaffordable and other options presented significant advantages for cyclists, parents with pushchairs and people with mobility issues.

  Current design requirements mean that the ramps of a replacement bridge would be over four times longer when compared with the old bridge, adversely impacting the very people they are intended to help.

  We have concluded that upgrading the entire junction to include new combined cyclist and pedestrian crossing points on all four of its arms will mean easier and safer journeys for everyone, including those with mobility issues.

  Building a new pedestrian crossing at the A5036 junction with Park Lane and Park Lane West will mean we can remove the interim crossing installed on the route earlier this year.

  We’re currently finalising our plans and will share further information over the coming months. We hope to start construction on the new crossing next year. The current interim crossing will remain in place until then.

• 14 April 2023

  Upgrading pedestrian crossing

  Work will begin this month on upgrading the temporary pedestrian crossing on the A5036 Dunnings Bridge Road near its junction with Park Lane.

  The pedestrian crossing was installed as a temporary measure after the footbridge across the A5036 at Park Lane had to be demolished due to it being struck by a vehicle in October 2022.

  The pedestrian crossing will be upgraded to include a new controller system, road markings, street lighting and pedestrian guardrails, improving safety for all road users, including pedestrians.

  The existing crossing will remain functional during the works as the upgraded crossing will be built alongside it.

  Work will start on Tuesday 18 April and will take approximately seven weeks to complete.

  We will be working overnight from Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8pm and 5am. Work will be paused for the week commencing Monday 8 May to minimise travel disruption during the Eurovision Song Contest.

  To safely carry out this upgrade, we will need to close a short section of the A5036 between its junctions with the A5038 and Park Lane.

  Diversion routes will be clearly signed when full road closures are in effect. The diversion routes have been agreed in consultation with the local authority and emergency services.

  Every effort will be made to ensure disruption is kept to a minimum. However, our work will create some noise. We’d like to apologise in advance for any disturbance this may cause you.

  A review into the replacement footbridge scheme is ongoing and we continue to look for a safe, permanent solution that recognises the needs of all road users.

  We will undertake a process of engagement with the local community in the summer and listen to feedback on our proposals.

• 11 November 2022

  Under review

  The footbridge across the A5036 at Park Lane was successfully demolished after it became unsafe having been struck by a vehicle in October 2022.

  Following that incident, the immediate priority was to install a temporary pedestrian crossing in order to provide an alternative crossing point whilst a more robust interim solution is developed.

  The replacement footbridge scheme is currently being reviewed in order to provide a safe, permanent solution that offers value for money.

  We will be engaging with the local council, politicians, the public and other interested parties in 2023 once we have reviewed all the potential options for a permanent solution.

• 19 October 2022

  Footbridge demolition

  Following an incident on Friday 7 October 2022 in which a vehicle struck the A5036 Park Lane footbridge it is no longer safe for pedestrians to use.

  National Highways has assessed the damage to the bridge and now plan to demolish the existing structure. This will take place this Saturday (22 October 2022).

  This will require a full overnight closure of the A5036 in both directions between Park Lane footbridge and A5038 Netherton Way from 7pm on Saturday 22 October to 7am on Sunday 23 October, 2022.

  The Park Lane junction will remain open to traffic and pedestrians while the demolition takes place.

  A diversion route via Netherton Way, Bridle Road and Park Lane will be clearly signposted. Please plan ahead and allow extra time for your journey.

  We will try our best to complete this work to schedule, however the times above may need to be extended if affected by inclement weather. We apologise for any inconvenience this overnight road closure causes.

  We will update you on any future plans for the bridge in the near future.

• 11 October 2022

  Footbridge closure

  Following an incident on Friday afternoon (7 October 2022) in which a vehicle struck the A5036 Park Lane footbridge it is no longer safe for pedestrians to use.

  National Highways is assessing the damage to the bridge and plan to install a temporary pedestrian crossing later this week.

  This will require a full overnight closure on Wednesday 12 October (9pm-5am) of the A5036 in both directions between Park Lane and Netherton Way/Boundary Road junctions. The diversion route, which will be clearly signed, is via Netherton Way, Bridle Road and Park Lane.

  From Thursday 13 October the temporary pedestrian crossing will be in place on the A5036 approximately 60 metres west of the footbridge.

  The crossing will be controlled by traffic lights and will include a protected safety zone in the central reservation.

  In the meantime, we advise all pedestrians wishing to cross the A5036 to walk to the signal controlled crossing at Atlantic Park. We apologise for any inconvenience this causes.

• 02 August 2021

  Project update

  The design stage for this project is still ongoing and taking longer than we originally planned. Discussions are also continuing with land owners. As a result, we’re unable to confirm a start date for our work.

  We will provide you with an update as soon more information becomes available. In the meantime, we will continue to monitor the bridge, and carry out any necessary repairs to ensure this remains safe for use.

  Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause you.

• 17 September 2020

  Developing our design

  We’re still in the early stages of designing the new footbridge. We’re continuing to carry out investigation work and various surveys. These will support the overall design of the footbridge. Discussions with the local authority are also underway.

  We can’t yet provide dates for work to begin on site, but we’re aiming to get our preparation work underway in spring 2021. We expect the main construction work to start in spring / summer 2021 and it will take up to twelve months to complete. These time frames are indicative and subject to change.

  Once the detail has been finalised, we’ll write to you again with information on how we plan to install the new footbridge.