27
Oct
Major Ripon roadworks to begin tomorrow
This story is free to read. To continue reading stories like this, please subscribe. As a subscriber you will also enjoy exclusive discounts. It costs less than 14 pence a day. You can sign up here.
The first phase of a major resurfacing scheme around Ripon Market Place will begin tomorrow (October 28).
The first four-week phase of the £630,000 programme of resurfacing works, will start in Market Place East.
North Yorkshire Council is replacing the concrete blocks which make up the road with an asphalt surface, while retaining blocks in certain areas, such as the taxi rank.
The first phase, which will last until November 25. A full road closure will be in place in this area, but access will be maintained to the west of the market place, including the car park.
The Remembrance parade and Christmas light switch-on will be unaffected.
From October 28 the number 36 bus will not serve its stop at Ripon Bus Station due to the closure. Passengers can catch the bus from Fishergate, outside The Original Factory Shop.
The first four-week phase of roadworks starts on Monday
The second phase will take place in the New Year, covering the rest of the market place as well as Kirkgate and Duckhill.
The start date will be confirmed closer the time, and works are due to be completed in the spring.
North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for highways and transport, Cllr Keane Duncan, said:
I know this long-awaited improvement will be warmly welcomed by Ripon residents, businesses and visitors.
We have been working with local businesses and councillors to agree the timing to ensure the planned events can go ahead without disruption.
Some archaeological finds have been made in the vicinity when past works were carried out, so we will ensure the site is monitored carefully throughout the scheme.
We will of course keep the public, city council, businesses and local councillors updated as we progress.
A signed diversion will be in place throughout the works and access for pedestrians will remain.
Cllr Andrew Williams, who represents Ripon Minster and Moorside division, added:
It has long been recognised that these roads needed to be repaired. I am pleased that it has been possible by working with highways officers to see a scheme be developed that will address the problems that currently exist.
I know that any work of this nature causes disruption, and I am sorry for the inconvenience that will be caused.
However, there would never be a perfect time to undertake a scheme of this magnitude and the sooner it is started the sooner it will be completed and residents and visitors to Ripon will be able to enjoy the benefits of a smooth and level road again.
0