Roadworks Information and Planned Road Closures
London Road 17 and 18 April 2026 from 8pm to 5am
London Road will be closed overnight between the junction with Black Dog Way and Bruton Way / Oxford Street on 17 and 18 April, from 8pm to 5am.
The closure is required to carry out updates to existing road markings and to install temporary pedestrian crossing points, helping to improve pedestrian movement and safety in the area.
Works are scheduled overnight to reduce daytime disruption. Please plan ahead and allow extra time for journeys during these hours.
Black Dog Way and London Road walking and cycling improvements
Construction is underway at the Black Dog Way junction, having started on 9 February. A Meet the Contractor event took place on Wednesday 4 February 2026 from 10am – 6pm at Gloucester Heritage Hub, Clarence Row, Alvin Street, Gloucester GL1 3DW.
Lane widths have been reduced on approaches to the junction and a temporary mini roundabout installed. From the start of the project, turning right from London Road onto Black Dog Way is no longer available, and this change is now permanent. This measure is essential for maintaining junction capacity, improving traffic flow and protecting priority for buses and emergency vehicles.
An overview of the proposed phases of work can be found here.
Temporary Traffic Layout from Saturday 14 March 2026
- Installation of a temporary mini‑roundabout
- Removal of the existing traffic signals
This arrangement will remain in place until later phases of the project, when the permanent junction layout and traffic signals are reinstated.
The temporary mini‑roundabout is a tried and tested way of managing traffic during construction. It has been used successfully on other busy routes, such as the B4063 and the A435, helping to keep vehicles moving while work takes place.
We will be keeping a close eye on how it operates once installed, and we kindly ask drivers to approach the junction with care as everyone gets used to the temporary layout.
🚦To help people cross safely, temporary signal‑controlled pedestrian crossings will also be in place on both Black Dog Way and Bruton Way. Please note that these signals are only for pedestrian crossings, they do not control the roundabout. Drivers should continue to follow normal roundabout rules and give way as usual.
Great Western Road Bus Stop (outside the Esso Garage) Suspension
The bus stop outside the Esso Garage on London Road (Great Western Road stop) was suspended on 3 April 2026 to allow Phase 2 works to continue safely. Please note that this stop will be permanently removed and new, replacement stop will be provided on Northgate Street as part of the project.
Passengers travelling to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital should use the Depot bus stop as the nearest alternative stop.
Phase 3 works 21 April to 2 July
From 21 April, the footpath between the Great Western Road junction and No. 20 London Road will be temporarily closed to enable the next phase of works to take place. The footpath is expected to reopen after 2 July, subject to progress on site. This phase of work will be carried out alongside the ongoing Phase 2 works.
During this phase, works will include site clearance, upgrades to the existing drainage, improvements to the signalised pedestrian crossing, and alterations to the current footway alongside the construction of a new cycle lane.
Access for Wellington Parade residents will be maintained throughout the works, with vehicle access to car parks and properties available.
Contractor Newsletters:
Northgate and Southgate Street
We are pleased to share that most of the Phase 1 improvements are now complete, helping to make the city centre more welcoming and easier to navigate for both cyclists and pedestrians.
A few final tasks are still underway:
Northgate Street
Some of the imprinted tarmac areas still need to be painted. This work requires warmer weather so the surface coating can be applied correctly. We will continue to monitor conditions and aim to complete this in late spring, once temperatures are suitable.
Upcoming Road Closure - Hare Lane 13 April 2026 from 8pm to 5am
Access to Hare Lane from Northgate Street will be temporarily closed from 8pm to 5am on Monday 13 April to 14 April 2026 to facilitate essential improvements as part of the Gloucester City Cycleway Project. The road will be reopened by 5am on Tuesday 14 April.
Traffic diversion:
Southgate Street
We need to complete the remaining road markings and green surfacing before the cycleway can fully reopen. These materials need to be applied in suitable weather and warmer temperatures and to minimise disruptions the work will be carried out under traffic management during overnight hours. Our contractor will schedule this as soon as the right conditions, and the necessary road space, are available.
The permanent pedestrian crossing near the Tall Ship could not be delivered at this stage due to issues with underground utilities. It will now be included in the next phase of Southgate Street improvements, planned for later this year. Until then, the current arrangements continue to provide a safe and reliable place to cross.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation throughout these improvements.
Upcoming Road Closure - Southgate Street overnight road closure on 15 and 16 April from 8pm to 5am
To complete green and buff surfacing on the cycleway, along with final road markings, an overnight road closure will be in place on 15 and 16 April, from 8pm to 5am.
A signed diversion route will be available during these hours.
Contractor Information
Montel Civil Engineering
Phone: 01905 425468
Email: customerservice@montel-group.com