Smaller Transport Schemes - Silchester Road/The Street, Bramley

Scheme Title:-

   Silchester Road/The Street Pedestrian Improvements Scheme.

Scheme Location:-

   Silchester Road, Bramley Lane & The Street, Bramley.

Local landmarks:-

   Bramley Railway Station.

Scheme Objectives and Description:-

   

Scheme Objectives

The purpose of this scheme is to improve pedestrian accessibility through easier road crossing and better access to local facilities such as the railway station, Bramley Village Hall and Bramley Primary School. It is also aiming to improve driver behaviour and moderate traffic speeds.

Scheme Description

The works consist of new footway's and pedestrian crossings; refuge islands and build-outs to slow traffic, new road surfaces to aid vehicle braking and reduce speeds, new bus stop hard standings, junction improvements and various items of landscaping.

Scheme Drawings

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Scheme Status:-

   The contract has been awarded to Caroway Contractors Ltd and is scheduled to start on 21st May 2012.

Public Consultation Done:-

   11^th March 2010

Site Dates:-

   Start:-    21st May 2012    Finish:-    20^th July 2012

Client Manager:-

   Tom Robison

Project Manager:-

   Phillip Marston

Resident Engineer:-

   John Cookson

Additional Information:-

The contractor for works is Caroway Contractors Ltd. During construction, pedestrian access to all properties will be maintained at all times and works will be carried, if required, using single file traffic controlled by temporary traffic signals.  There is a road closure in place for a small section of the works, to ensure safety for the Contractors and residents.