£10m boost for major A66 improvements as part of Workington Gateway project
The scheme will create better walking and cycling routes
Cumberland Council is pressing ahead with a major upgrade to the A66 at Ramsay Brow, as part of the wider Workington Gateway project.
The council has secured just over ten million pounds from central government to improve road links to the Port of Workington and key employment sites.
The scheme will also create better walking and cycling routes between the town centre and Workington’s cultural and heritage attractions.
The local authority says the Workington Gateway project is central to the town’s regeneration plans, backing growth in manufacturing, logistics and clean energy.
Hall Park is also set for new attractions and activities, with improved walking and cycling access to Workington Hall.
The council says the changes will encourage healthier lifestyles and help people connect more easily with local heritage.
“an exciting step forward"
Highway works at Ramsay Brow and Hall Brow aim to cut congestion and make journeys through the town smoother.
Three weekend closures of the A66 are scheduled from Friday 12 September, with a contingency weekend set aside in October.
During the closures, bus services on the X4 and X5 routes will not be able to serve stops at Ramsay Brow, Stainburn and Clifton, though waste and recycling collections will continue as normal.
Councillor Denise Rollo, Executive Member for Sustainable, Resilient and Connected Places, said the work is “an exciting step forward for Workington,” adding:
“By reducing congestion and creating better walking and cycling links, we’re not only making everyday journeys easier but also opening up access to jobs, culture and heritage.”
The £10m scheme forms part of more than £33m of government investment into Workington’s regeneration, aimed at creating a greener, healthier and more connected town ready for future growth.