Roadworks are set to run in West Town Road, Backwell, starting later this month. Picture: Google

Traffic lights and closures during roadworks set to start on North Somerset route this month

Paul JonesMarch 3, 20260 Comment0

A SERIES of road closures and temporary traffic lights will be installed during major roadworks in North Somerset.

Works are set to begin in West Town Road, Backwell, on March 16, running until June 26 in a series of phases stretching from the junction with Rushmoor Grove to the junction with Fairfield Way.

As part of the works, the A370 will be closed between 7am and 7pm on April 13 until April 17, with a night-time closure running between June 15 and 26.

North Somerset Council said diversions will be put in place and advised motorists to leave extra time for their journeys.

The roadworks will include renewing drainage systems, resurfacing, repairing and replacing ironworks, refreshing road markings and signs, clearing vegetation, installing new bus-priority traffic lights, a new pedestrian crossing and a 20mph speed limit.

Cllr Hugh Malyan, NSC Cabinet member for highways and transport, said: “This is an important and much needed programme of works for Backwell, and I’m pleased to see it moving forward.

“These improvements will not only enhance the condition and safety of West Town Road but will also support our wider commitment to creating a thriving and sustainable district. By maintaining highway drainage apparatus, improving crossings, and introducing a new 20mph zone, we’re helping to create safer, greener and more resilient neighbourhoods for residents, businesses and all road users.”

The programme of roadworks in West Town Road, Backwell, is:

Phase 1: March 16 to April 10
Temporary multiway traffic signals (24 hours).
Works between Rushmoor Grove and South Field Farm, including drainage maintenance and installation of bus service apparatus.

Phase 2: April 13 to 17
Full road closure between 7am and 7pm.
The road will be impassable between Rushmoor Grove and Rodney Road.
A signed diversion will be in place, with access maintained for residents and businesses.
Traffic Marshals will support access during working hours.
Diversion route: Farleigh Road, Main Road, Old Weston Road, Clevedon Road, Barrow Street, Long Ashton Bypass, Colliters Way, Bridgwater Road, Potters Hill, Bristol Road, Red Hill, Church Road, Station Road, Bypass, Stock Lane, Brinsea Road, High Street, Kent Road, Rhodyate Hill, West Town Road (and vice versa).

Phase 3: April 20 to May 1
Temporary multiway traffic signals (24 hours).
Works between Rushmoor Grove and Rodney Road, including drainage works and installation of the 20mph zone.

Phase 4: May 4 to 29
Temporary multiway traffic signals (24 hours).
Works between Rodney Road and Backwell Leisure Centre, including drainage and 20mph zone installation.

Phase 5: June 1 to 12
Temporary multiway traffic signals (24 hours).
Works between Station Road and Backwell Leisure Centre, including drainage works and installation of new pedestrian crossings.

Phase 6: June 15 to 26
Full overnight road closure between 8pm and 6am.
The road will be impassable between Rushmoor Grove and Backwell Leisure Centre.
Works will include final resurfacing, pedestrian crossing installation and completion of the 20mph zone.
A signed diversion will operate during the closure, with access for residents and businesses managed by Traffic Marshals.