The scheme, delivered by Montel Civil Engineering Ltd, will transform the junction with the introduction of traffic signals and new Toucan crossings. These improvements are designed to enhance safety and traffic flow for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists, and are being implemented to fulfil planning conditions for a nearby housing development, mitigating increased traffic demand.
Key works include the installation of traffic signals, construction of new Toucan crossings on the Ashlawn Road and Barby Road approaches, carriageway widening on Ashlawn Road, junction resurfacing, footway widening, drainage improvements, new traffic signs and road markings, vegetation clearance, kerbing, and upgraded street lighting. The project is expected to be completed by summer 2027.
“"This scheme represents a significant investment in Dunchurch's transport infrastructure and will help ensure the road network can accommodate future growth while improving safety and accessibility for all road users. While we recognise there will be some temporary disruption during construction, these improvements will deliver long-term benefits for residents, businesses, pedestrians, cyclists and motorists alike."
To ensure safety during the works, traffic management measures will be introduced, including a road closure on Barby Road (north-west junction arm) and a subsequent closure on Onley Lane (south-east junction arm) in early 2027. Temporary traffic signals will be in place at the junction for most of the construction period, manually controlled during weekday peak hours (7:30am-9:30am and 3:30pm-6pm) to minimise disruption. Warwickshire County Council is working with its contractor to keep delays to a minimum.
Further information and live traffic updates are available via one.network. Project updates can be found on the Warwickshire County Council website: https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/major-transport-construction-projects/section-278-s278-programmes/6. Questions can be directed to the Section 278 Team at s278teamenquiries@warwickshire.gov.uk or by calling 01926 412515.
