M5 J10 Scheme Information

The M5 Junction 10 improvement scheme will upgrade the junction to increase capacity, improve traffic flow, and support safer, more sustainable travel.

Junction Improvements

Upgrade to a full “all‑movements” junction, allowing travel in all directions.
Construction of four new slip roads (replacing the existing two).
Replacement of the Piffs Elm Interchange Bridge with two new single-span overbridges.
Creation of a new elongated roundabout, linking all approaches via the new bridges.
Installation of new signage and technology equipment along the M5 (north and south of the junction).

Road Layout and Traffic Management

Realignment of the A4019 to connect to the new roundabout more safely and efficiently.
New lighting on the roundabout and its approach roads.
Speed limits:
- 50mph on the A4019 through the roundabout.
- National speed limit on motorway slip roads.

Environment and Water Management

Extension of the Leigh Brook culvert beneath the M5 to pass under the new slip roads.
Retention of the existing River Chelt culvert (no extension required).
Reprofiling and planting of riverbanks to enhance habitats and biodiversity.
New drainage system directing surface water to two attenuation basins west of the M5.
Creation of a flood storage area southeast of the junction to:
- Compensate for lost floodplain
- Reduce flood risk
- Provide new wildlife habitats

Walking, Cycling and Accessibility

A dedicated route for pedestrians and cyclists through the junction.
Construction of a new underpass (east of the junction) for:
- Pedestrians
- Cyclists
- Horse riders
- Wildlife
Rerouting of Public Footpath ABO14 to maintain connectivity.
Retention of Public Footpath ABO16 (part 2) through the River Chelt culvert.

Access and Local Connectivity

A new access track northeast of the junction to replace existing field and site access points.

The M5 Junction 10 improvement scheme will upgrade the junction to increase capacity, improve traffic flow, and support safer, more sustainable travel.

Junction Improvements

Upgrade to a full “all‑movements” junction, allowing travel in all directions.
Construction of four new slip roads (replacing the existing two).
Replacement of the Piffs Elm Interchange Bridge with two new single-span overbridges.
Creation of a new elongated roundabout, linking all approaches via the new bridges.
Installation of new signage and technology equipment along the M5 (north and south of the junction).

Road Layout and Traffic Management

Realignment of the A4019 to connect to the new roundabout more safely and efficiently.
New lighting on the roundabout and its approach roads.
Speed limits:
- 50mph on the A4019 through the roundabout.
- National speed limit on motorway slip roads.

Environment and Water Management

Extension of the Leigh Brook culvert beneath the M5 to pass under the new slip roads.
Retention of the existing River Chelt culvert (no extension required).
Reprofiling and planting of riverbanks to enhance habitats and biodiversity.
New drainage system directing surface water to two attenuation basins west of the M5.
Creation of a flood storage area southeast of the junction to:
- Compensate for lost floodplain
- Reduce flood risk
- Provide new wildlife habitats

Walking, Cycling and Accessibility

A dedicated route for pedestrians and cyclists through the junction.
Construction of a new underpass (east of the junction) for:
- Pedestrians
- Cyclists
- Horse riders
- Wildlife
Rerouting of Public Footpath ABO14 to maintain connectivity.
Retention of Public Footpath ABO16 (part 2) through the River Chelt culvert.

Access and Local Connectivity

A new access track northeast of the junction to replace existing field and site access points.

A new link road will be constructed to improve connectivity between M5 Junction 10 and the West Cheltenham Development Area.

Road Layout and Connections

Construction of a 1.4km single carriageway link road.
The road will connect:
- North: A4019
- South: B4634
Designed to improve access and traffic flow between the motorway and development areas.

Speed Limits and Lighting

50mph speed limit along the link road.
40mph speed limits at junctions and their approaches.
Street lighting provided at all junctions and approach roads.

Walking and Cycling

A segregated cycleway and footway will run along the west side of the link road, providing a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists.

Integration with Existing Roads

Minor works to the B4634 (Fiddler’s Green Lane) on both sides of the junction to integrate the new link road smoothly with the existing network.

Environment and Flood Management

The route will cross agricultural land and include:
- Flood mitigation measures
- A new bridge over the River Chelt
The bridge will:
- Allow sufficient space for floodwater to pass
- Maintain existing public rights of way along the riverbanks

Drainage

Attenuation basins will be located at both ends of the link road to manage surface water runoff from the highway.

A new link road will be constructed to improve connectivity between M5 Junction 10 and the West Cheltenham Development Area.

Road Layout and Connections

Construction of a 1.4km single carriageway link road.
The road will connect:
- North: A4019
- South: B4634
Designed to improve access and traffic flow between the motorway and development areas.

Speed Limits and Lighting

50mph speed limit along the link road.
40mph speed limits at junctions and their approaches.
Street lighting provided at all junctions and approach roads.

Walking and Cycling

A segregated cycleway and footway will run along the west side of the link road, providing a safe route for pedestrians and cyclists.

Integration with Existing Roads

Minor works to the B4634 (Fiddler’s Green Lane) on both sides of the junction to integrate the new link road smoothly with the existing network.

Environment and Flood Management

The route will cross agricultural land and include:
- Flood mitigation measures
- A new bridge over the River Chelt
The bridge will:
- Allow sufficient space for floodwater to pass
- Maintain existing public rights of way along the riverbanks

Drainage

Attenuation basins will be located at both ends of the link road to manage surface water runoff from the highway.

The A4019 will be upgraded to improve capacity, reduce congestion, and support safer travel for all users.

Road Widening and Layout

The A4019 will be widened to a two-lane dual carriageway from Withybridge Lane (west) to Gallagher Retail Park (east), where it will connect to the existing dual carriageway.
Widening through Uckington will take place mainly on the southern side of the road.
Widening east and west of Uckington will be on the northern side.
To the west of M5 Junction 10, the existing dual carriageway will be replaced with single-lane carriageways.

Walking and Cycling

A segregated cycleway and footway will be provided along the northern side of the A4019.
The route will run from the A4019/Stanboro Lane junction (west) to the Gallagher junction (east).
This will create an active travel corridor, improving connections for pedestrians and cyclists between:
- North-west Cheltenham
- Stanboro Lane
- M5 Junction 10

Public Transport Improvements

A new eastbound bus lane will be introduced on the A4019 between:
- West Cheltenham Fire Station
- B4634 (Hayden Road) / Gallagher junction
This will help improve bus journey times and reliability.

The A4019 will be upgraded to improve capacity, reduce congestion, and support safer travel for all users.

Road Widening and Layout

The A4019 will be widened to a two-lane dual carriageway from Withybridge Lane (west) to Gallagher Retail Park (east), where it will connect to the existing dual carriageway.
Widening through Uckington will take place mainly on the southern side of the road.
Widening east and west of Uckington will be on the northern side.
To the west of M5 Junction 10, the existing dual carriageway will be replaced with single-lane carriageways.

Walking and Cycling

A segregated cycleway and footway will be provided along the northern side of the A4019.
The route will run from the A4019/Stanboro Lane junction (west) to the Gallagher junction (east).
This will create an active travel corridor, improving connections for pedestrians and cyclists between:
- North-west Cheltenham
- Stanboro Lane
- M5 Junction 10

Public Transport Improvements

A new eastbound bus lane will be introduced on the A4019 between:
- West Cheltenham Fire Station
- B4634 (Hayden Road) / Gallagher junction
This will help improve bus journey times and reliability.