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A38/B4008 junction (Hunts Grove)

Update: 15 July 2026

We are waiting for the conclusion of the TRO consultations to reduce the speed limit from 40mph to 30mph and to alter the location of the No Entry. The TROs are currently going through the required legal process. When the TRO consultations have concluded, we will need to ensure all signing and lining is fully in accordance with the TRO before opening the road to motor vehicles.

Previous updates

10 July 2026

With regard to the Cross Keys Roundabout signalisation scheme, the Stage 3 Road Safety Audit has now been completed. We have identified a number of actions that need to be addressed before the traffic signals can be brought into operation.

The scheme is relatively complex as elements of the work were delivered by Gloucestershire County Council on behalf of the developer under a separate agreement. We are currently working with the developer to agree responsibility for the remaining outstanding items and are making good progress towards a clear allocation of actions between the developer and the County Council.

The overbridge presents a separate and more complex issue. During the development process, the proposed use of the bridge changed and the implications of introducing two-way traffic in closer proximity to the existing bridge parapets were not fully considered at the time. As a result, we are awaiting an addendum to the structure's Approval in Principle (AiP) from the developer.

Once this information has been submitted, it will be reviewed by the County Council's Structures Team. That review will determine whether any further assessment or physical works are required before the bridge can safely accommodate two-way traffic.

Given the technical nature of the review process, and the potential for additional works to be identified, it is likely to be several months before all matters are resolved and the necessary changes can be implemented.

We will continue to work closely with the developer and provide updates as the position becomes clearer.

10 July 2026

With regard to the Cross Keys Roundabout signalisation scheme, the Stage 3 Road Safety Audit has now been completed. We have identified a number of actions that need to be addressed before the traffic signals can be brought into operation.

The scheme is relatively complex as elements of the work were delivered by Gloucestershire County Council on behalf of the developer under a separate agreement. We are currently working with the developer to agree responsibility for the remaining outstanding items and are making good progress towards a clear allocation of actions between the developer and the County Council.

The overbridge presents a separate and more complex issue. During the development process, the proposed use of the bridge changed and the implications of introducing two-way traffic in closer proximity to the existing bridge parapets were not fully considered at the time. As a result, we are awaiting an addendum to the structure's Approval in Principle (AiP) from the developer.

Once this information has been submitted, it will be reviewed by the County Council's Structures Team. That review will determine whether any further assessment or physical works are required before the bridge can safely accommodate two-way traffic.

Given the technical nature of the review process, and the potential for additional works to be identified, it is likely to be several months before all matters are resolved and the necessary changes can be implemented.

We will continue to work closely with the developer and provide updates as the position becomes clearer.

19 December 2025

We are pleased to confirm that developer Crest Nicholson has reopened the A38/B4008 junction at Hunts Grove. 

The southbound section of B4008 Bristol Road (sometimes referred to as Bath Road), will remain closed initially while the rest of the signalised junction opens. 

The junction upgrade is being carried out to support housing growth and improve connectivity for the community. Further work will be carried out in the new year and updates will be provided.

December 2025

Work by developer Crest Nicholson is essential to supporting housing growth and improving long-term connectivity for the community. We are all disappointed with the time it is taking to complete the works, resulting from the granted planning permission, and fully appreciate the inconvenience caused and we are grateful for your continued patience during this period. 
 
The A38 Hunts Grove development is highly complex, and Crest Nicholson was initially aiming to complete all the works, estimated by 20 December. Faced with the challenges and complexity this project has presented we continue to work collaboratively with all parties to achieve the opening of the junction by this date.
 
The bridge will be reopened to one-way working as it was previously, as there will be additional work required in the new year to implement further safety measures. Updates will be provided.
 
The developer acknowledges the challenges faced with the project and we are working collaboratively with the developer and their contractors to help the works progress as quickly as possible. The developer remains optimistic that the new junction will be open over the Christmas period pending heavy rain or hard frosts that could delay resurfacing works.
 
Please be assured that we will continue to monitor progress closely and do everything we can to support Crest Nicholson in addressing any risks to the opening of junction. Our priority is to keep disruption to an absolute minimum while supporting delivery of the long-term benefits this infrastructure will bring to residents and businesses.

19 December 2025

We are pleased to confirm that developer Crest Nicholson has reopened the A38/B4008 junction at Hunts Grove. 

The southbound section of B4008 Bristol Road (sometimes referred to as Bath Road), will remain closed initially while the rest of the signalised junction opens. 

The junction upgrade is being carried out to support housing growth and improve connectivity for the community. Further work will be carried out in the new year and updates will be provided.

December 2025

Work by developer Crest Nicholson is essential to supporting housing growth and improving long-term connectivity for the community. We are all disappointed with the time it is taking to complete the works, resulting from the granted planning permission, and fully appreciate the inconvenience caused and we are grateful for your continued patience during this period. 
 
The A38 Hunts Grove development is highly complex, and Crest Nicholson was initially aiming to complete all the works, estimated by 20 December. Faced with the challenges and complexity this project has presented we continue to work collaboratively with all parties to achieve the opening of the junction by this date.
 
The bridge will be reopened to one-way working as it was previously, as there will be additional work required in the new year to implement further safety measures. Updates will be provided.
 
The developer acknowledges the challenges faced with the project and we are working collaboratively with the developer and their contractors to help the works progress as quickly as possible. The developer remains optimistic that the new junction will be open over the Christmas period pending heavy rain or hard frosts that could delay resurfacing works.
 
Please be assured that we will continue to monitor progress closely and do everything we can to support Crest Nicholson in addressing any risks to the opening of junction. Our priority is to keep disruption to an absolute minimum while supporting delivery of the long-term benefits this infrastructure will bring to residents and businesses.

September 2025

Cllr Joe Harris, Cabinet Member for Highways, said: “We recognise how disruptive the A38 lane and road closures have been for residents and businesses. These works are being delivered by Crest Nicholson as part of the Hunts Grove development and are required to make the junction safe and fit for the future.

“We have been clear with the developer that closures must be kept to an absolute minimum and that diversion routes must be safe and suitable. The official signed diversion is along the A38 and Bristol Road and does not include narrow country lanes. We continue to press the developer and their contractors to manage the works responsibly, to minimise disruption and to provide clear information to local communities.

“While we appreciate people’s frustration, the only way to deliver the infrastructure needed is to carry out these works. We will hold the developer to account to ensure they are completed as quickly and safely as possible.”

September 2025

Cllr Joe Harris, Cabinet Member for Highways, said: “We recognise how disruptive the A38 lane and road closures have been for residents and businesses. These works are being delivered by Crest Nicholson as part of the Hunts Grove development and are required to make the junction safe and fit for the future.

“We have been clear with the developer that closures must be kept to an absolute minimum and that diversion routes must be safe and suitable. The official signed diversion is along the A38 and Bristol Road and does not include narrow country lanes. We continue to press the developer and their contractors to manage the works responsibly, to minimise disruption and to provide clear information to local communities.

“While we appreciate people’s frustration, the only way to deliver the infrastructure needed is to carry out these works. We will hold the developer to account to ensure they are completed as quickly and safely as possible.”

 

What is happening?

Property developer Crest Nicholson and their contractors O'Brien Contractors Limited are carrying out roadworks to improve connectivity south of Gloucester city.

A new signalised junction is being installed across the A38 and the flyover will be altered to carry two-way traffic. This will give residents of Hunts Grove an additional access to the estate, alleviating pressure on the Waterwells Roundabout.  With further development coming to the South of Hunts Grove, the junction will serve as the main access for those new future residents, for the two primary schools and other facilities within Hunts Grove.

The junction improvements are being delivered as part of the planning agreement for the wider Hunts Grove development. 

To carry out this major infrastructure improvement a series of lane closures will be needed, detailed below.

When will the junction be open? 

O'Brien Contractors Limited currently expect the junction to be open and finished on the 20 December. This is a target date which could be subject to change and updates will be provided. 

Overnight closures on the A38 

Monday 8 – Friday 12 December, 8pm to 6am – 5 nights

Monday 15 - Tuesday 16 December, 8pm to 6am – 2 nights

Aerial photo of earth works across building site

Further information

For further information and work updates, please visit the Hunts Grove Parish Council website. 

If you have any questions regarding the Hunts Grove development, please email: customerservicesw@crestnicholson.com

If you have any concerns about these roadworks, please report them with FixMyStreet.

Buses

Please visit www.stagecoachbus.com for the latest updates about affected services.

Location of works

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Aerial view of earth works around new junction site

Work updates

Week beginning 24 November 2025
  • Footways being surfaced around A38 and on bridge
  • Slip road being surfaced
  • Traffic signals final installation at the new junction
Week beginning 10 November 2025
  • VRS system being installed
  • Tarmacking the new footways
  • Landscaping the embankment

 

Week beginning 24 November 2025
  • Footways being surfaced around A38 and on bridge
  • Slip road being surfaced
  • Traffic signals final installation at the new junction
Week beginning 10 November 2025
  • VRS system being installed
  • Tarmacking the new footways
  • Landscaping the embankment

 

Week beginning 27 October 2025
  • Kerbing getting installed up to the A38
  • Streetlights and Traffic Signals being installed
  • New signs being erected
Week beginning 13 October 2025
  • Traffic signals being installed on the slip road,
  • Ducting being installed for the traffic signals at the cross keys roundabout,
  • Further kerbing and foundations laid for the new road linking the junction to Hunts Grove.
Week beginning 27 October 2025
  • Kerbing getting installed up to the A38
  • Streetlights and Traffic Signals being installed
  • New signs being erected
Week beginning 13 October 2025
  • Traffic signals being installed on the slip road,
  • Ducting being installed for the traffic signals at the cross keys roundabout,
  • Further kerbing and foundations laid for the new road linking the junction to Hunts Grove.
Week beginning 29 September 2025
  • Handrails and edge protection going in on the bridge
  • Kerbs and splitter island in on the slip road, getting ready for tarmac
  • New signs being installed
Week beginning 15 September 2025
  • Night closures this week for 4 nights for major work
  • National Grid finalising the last diversion required
  • New footways and kerbing continuing to be installed
Week beginning 1 September 2025
  • Cross Keys signals work has begun
  • Footways on slip road being tarmacked so can be opened for the public
  • Finalising improvements to Davy Way
Week beginning 29 September 2025
  • Handrails and edge protection going in on the bridge
  • Kerbs and splitter island in on the slip road, getting ready for tarmac
  • New signs being installed
Week beginning 15 September 2025
  • Night closures this week for 4 nights for major work
  • National Grid finalising the last diversion required
  • New footways and kerbing continuing to be installed
Week beginning 1 September 2025
  • Cross Keys signals work has begun
  • Footways on slip road being tarmacked so can be opened for the public
  • Finalising improvements to Davy Way
Week beginning 8 August 2025
  • New support plinth for the Bristol Road fly over bridge
  • Pit and duct system for the street lighting on the slip road
  • Drainage works on Bristol Road being finalised
Week beginning 8 August 2025
  • New support plinth for the Bristol Road fly over bridge
  • Pit and duct system for the street lighting on the slip road
  • Drainage works on Bristol Road being finalised
Week beginning 21 July 2025
  • Drainage works on Bristol Road
  • Embankment works finished
  • Final utility diversions being put in place
Week beginning 14 July 2025
  • Extending the culvert works are ongoing, working on the east side of the dual carriageway.
  • Street lighting and telematic works to the slip road.
  • Gully connections to the east side being installed.
Week beginning 7 July 2025
  • Drainage pipe works and manholes to the West side of the A38 – 90% complete.
  • Extension to the 2.4x2.4m culvert under the A38.
  • Utility diversions adjacent to the A38.
Week beginning 21 July 2025
  • Drainage works on Bristol Road
  • Embankment works finished
  • Final utility diversions being put in place
Week beginning 14 July 2025
  • Extending the culvert works are ongoing, working on the east side of the dual carriageway.
  • Street lighting and telematic works to the slip road.
  • Gully connections to the east side being installed.
Week beginning 7 July 2025
  • Drainage pipe works and manholes to the West side of the A38 – 90% complete.
  • Extension to the 2.4x2.4m culvert under the A38.
  • Utility diversions adjacent to the A38.