A47 Guyhirn junction improvement

Closed 21 Apr 2017

Opened 13 Mar 2017

Contact

0300 123 5000

info@highwaysengland.co.uk

Results updated 22 Aug 2017

Having reviewed the feedback following the consultation, and completed a number of other assessments, we are proceeding with the option presented at consultation. This will now be developed further prior to statutory consultation.

This preferred route will reduce congestion and provide good value for money. The scheme will look to improve pedestrian crossings and footpaths particularly between March Road, Guyhirn village and local amenities.

You can find more detailed information on the Preferred Route Announcement in the leaflet below.

We have also published the consultation report linked below.

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Overview

The A47 trunk roads form part of the strategic road network and provides for a variety of local, medium and long distance trips between the A1 and the east coast.  The corridor connects the cities of Norwich and Peterborough, the towns of Wisbech, Kings Lynn, Dereham, Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft and a succession of villages in what is largely a rural area.

In 2014 the government published the Road Investment Strategy. This includes a package of 6 schemes to improve journeys on the 115 mile section of the A47 between Peterborough and Great Yarmouth. Together, the proposals will relieve congestion and improve the reliability of journey times for drivers.

The proposals include converting almost 8 miles of single carriageway to dual carriageway and making improvements to junctions across the route. The 6 schemes are:

  • A47 Wansford to Sutton dualling
  • A47 Guyhirn junction improvement
  • A47 North Tuddenham to Easton dualling
  • A47 Blofield to North Burlingham dualling
  • A47/A11 Thickthorn junction improvement
  • A47 Great Yarmouth junction improvements

The scheme

We are consulting on proposals to improve the A47 Guyhirn junction. This junction on the A47, located to the east of Peterborough, regularly experience congestion and delays.

This consultation provides you with an opportunity to view, discuss and help shape our proposals.  This will help us understand what is important to our customers and local communities and will help inform the selection of a preferred option.

Venue Date Time
Peterborough Town Hall (pick up point) Mon 13 March to Fri 21 April  
Wisbech Library (pick up point) Mon 13 March to Fri 21 April  
March library (pick up point) Mon 13 March to Fri 21 April  

Wisbech St Mary’s Sports and

Community Centre		 Thu 16 March 3pm to 8pm
Guyhirn Village Hall Fri 17 March 10am to 5pm
Wisbech St Mary Sports and Community Centre Sat 18 March 10am to 2pm

 

To see the details of our proposals, we recommend you read our consultation brochure before completing the questionnaire.

Audiences

  • All members of the public

Interests

  • Roads