Drivers warned to 'expect delays' as £300K footpath works in Skegness to last almost 4 months
Drivers have been warned to 'expect delays' as £300,000 footpath works in Skegness are set to last almost four months – according to Lincolnshire County Council (LCC).
The authority is about to begin a major footway reconstruction scheme on Burgh Road as part of its ongoing investment in the county's highways network.
“The programme will replace sections of footway that have deteriorated over time and are now nearing the end of their serviceable life,” a spokesperson for LCC said.
“Once complete, pedestrians will benefit from a smoother, more reliable surface, while nearby residents will also see improvements to vehicular access points serving their properties.”
The programme will take place on sections of footpath on the southern side of the road between Lyndhurst Avenue and Huw Gray Builders' Merchant.
The scheme is due to begin on Monday, 2nd November, and is expected to be completed by Thursday, 25th February 2027.
The first week of the programme will focus on tree maintenance works ahead of the main footpath reconstruction activity.
All works will take place Monday to Friday between 7.30am and 5.30pm. No weekend working is currently planned.
The spokesperson continued: “Temporary traffic lights will be in place throughout the works to allow the scheme to be carried out safely.
“Drivers should expect some delays while work is underway.
“The scheme will involve removing and reconstructing worn sections of footway, together with pedestrian crossing points and vehicular accesses within the affected area.”
Coun David East, executive member for highways and transport at LCC, said: "This scheme will rebuild sections of footway that have deteriorated over time and provide a much better surface for people using this route every day.
"As well as improving conditions for pedestrians, we're also renewing vehicle crossing points along the route, helping to improve access for residents.
"At around £300,000, this is a significant investment in local infrastructure and one that will help keep this route in good condition for years to come."
He added: "I know that roadworks can be frustrating, with footpath works being particularly so, and I'd really like to thank residents, businesses and road users for their patience while the improvement scheme is carried out."