A27 East of Lewes

Closed 8 Dec 2016

Opened 27 Oct 2016

Results updated 26 Sep 2017

Having reviewed the feedback following the consultation, and completed a number of other assessments, we have now decided on our preferred route:

  • Drusillas Roundabout widening
  • Wilmington Junction Option 7
  • Gainsborough Lane junction
  • Polegate Option 13
  • Walking and cycling path 

You can find more detailed information on the Preferred Route Announcement in the leaflet below along with a report on the feedback from public consultation.

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Overview

We would like to hear your views about our proposals to improve the A27 East of Lewes.

This is the first of several opportunities you will have to help influence the scheme design.

Why your views matter

The A27 East of Lewes scheme is a package of proposals up to £75 million included in the government’s 2015 – 2020 Road Investment Strategy. It is part of a programme of investment across Sussex that includes schemes in Chichester, Arundel, and Lancing and Worthing.

We have prioritised options that address capacity, safety, sustainability and access issues, and which offer localised benefits.

Following a review of issues and evidence, and in consultation with stakeholders, we are focusing on improving these areas:

  • Selmeston section
  • Drusillas Roundabout
  • Wilmington junction
  • Polegate junction
  • Corridor-wide facilities

A number of different options have been considered in each location and the options presented in our consultation brochure have been assessed as the most suitable.

We are holding a number of consultation events during the consultation period. Do come along and talk to us about the proposals.

Can't make one of our events? You can view our exhibition displays and exhibition panels online.

What happens next

Once the consultation is closed, we‘ll combine your feedback with further technical analysis and use this to decide our “preferred route”; the option we’ll recommend to the Planning Inspectorate when we seek planning permission.

Events

  • Alciston & Selmeston Village Hall: consultation exhibition

    From 27 Oct 2016 at 15:00 to 27 Oct 2016 at 19:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    Alciston & Selmeston Village Hall, The Street, Selmeston, BN26 6UG

  • Alciston & Selmeston Village Hall: consultation exhibition

    From 28 Oct 2016 at 11:00 to 28 Oct 2016 at 15:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    Alciston & Selmeston Village Hall, The Street, Selmeston, BN26 6UG

  • Hailsham Civic Community Hall: consultation exhibition

    From 31 Oct 2016 at 11:00 to 31 Oct 2016 at 18:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    Civic Community Hall, Vicarage Lane, Hailsham, BN27 2AX

  • Trinity Church Willingdon: consultation exhibition

    From 5 Nov 2016 at 10:00 to 11 Nov 2016 at 14:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:


    Trinity Church, Coppice Ave, Willingdon, BN20 9QD

  • Polegate Free Church: consultation exhibition

    From 9 Nov 2016 at 12:00 to 9 Nov 2016 at 19:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    Polegate Free Church, High Street, Polegate, BN26 6AE

  • Eastbourne William and Patricia Venton Centre: consultation exhibition

    From 16 Nov 2016 at 12:00 to 16 Nov 2016 at 19:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    The William and Patricia Venton Centre, Junction Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3QY

  • Public consultation exhibition

    From 23 Nov 2016 at 12:00 to 23 Nov 2016 at 19:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    The William and Patricia Venton Centre, Junction Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3QY

  • Berwick Village Hall: consultation exhibition

    From 26 Nov 2016 at 10:00 to 26 Nov 2016 at 14:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    Berwick Village Hall, Station Road, Berwick, BN26 6TD

  • Lewes Town Council: consultation exhibition

    From 28 Nov 2016 at 12:00 to 28 Nov 2016 at 19:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    Lewes Town Council, High Street, Lewes, BN7 2QS

  • Lewes Town Council: consultation exhibition

    From 29 Nov 2016 at 12:00 to 29 Dec 2016 at 19:00

    Come and talk to us about our proposals at:

    Lewes Town Council, High Street, Lewes, BN7 2QS

Audiences

  • Industry
  • Business
  • Commerce
  • All members of the public
  • Anyone from any background

Interests

  • Roads