Hurdsfield Road/Black Lane, Macclesfield - Improvement works

Works to deliver improvements to the existing pedestrian and cyclist environment at the junction of B5470 Hurdsfield Road and Black Lane in Macclesfield are progressing well.

The improvements were identified through the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan, and aims to provide a safer, more convenient link for cyclists using the Middlewood Way (National Cycle Network Route 55) via Black Lane.

The scheme will increase accessibility and enhance northern and southern connections with the Middlewood Way. It also takes in the existing route parallel to old Hurdsfield Road to the south.

We understand there is no right time to undertake this remaining resurfacing work and the scheme has been carefully planned to minimise disruption to local residents, businesses and members of the travelling public.

When and what is happening?

The improvement works started on Monday 27 March 2023 for 13 weeks. Works will include the widening of footways for cyclists and pedestrians on Black Lane, carriageway realignment on Hurdsfield Road, improvements to crossing in both roads, refreshed road markings, draining works and better signage.

The existing crossing for pedestrians and cyclists at the exit from the Tesco store and filling station will be upgraded, as will the existing toucan crossing on Hurdsfield Road at its junction with Black Lane.

The works will take place under phases as detailed below and will include road closures:

Further information:

• Those who are directly impacted by these works have been informed
• Emergency vehicle access is being facililated through the closure
• The road closures are necessary to protect the safety of both members of the public and our workforce
• Diversion routes are in place and signed and should be followed
• Local businesses remain open and access will be facilitated where possible via diversion routes
• Delays are expected and motorists should plan journeys accordingly
• Please ensure that no vehicles are parked along the road
• Pedestrians can continue to use the footway, cyclists will need to follow diversions or dismount and use the footway

Proposed road closures and diversions:

The road closures are necessary to protect the safety of both members of the public and our workforce.

A safe pedestrian walkway will be in place for the duration of the scheme. Traffic management will be using a diversion route and cyclists will be required to dismount for safety reasons.

A signed diversion route will be in place for the duration of the road closures. All roadworks, closures and diversions are displayed online on our roadworks map at:

https://one.network/?tmi=GB24463729