Sutton Bank on the A170 between Helmsley and Thirsk will be closed for two weeks later in the month as it's annual maintenance work takes place.
Sutton Bank on the A170 between Helmsley and Thirsk will be closed for two weeks later in the month as it's annual maintenance work takes place.
North Yorkshire County Council say their highways team will carry out the work which includes the inspection and maintenance of the rock face to ensure the route remains structurally safe in the future.
A full road closure will be in place from the morning of Sunday, September 12 until the evening of Sunday, September 19, weather permitting.
Sutton Bank will then remain closed until Sunday, September 26, for utility works by BT.
Councillor Gareth Dadd, member for the Thirsk division said:
“We have worked incredibly closely with BT to keep the timescale of their work to two weeks,”
“They are able to carry out part of their work during our annual maintenance which will minimise disruption as much as possible.
“We ask road users for their cooperation during the closure as the work is essential in keeping this important route in good condition to meet the traffic demands placed on it.”
For the first time the diversion will not follow the caravan route and instead the route is:
- A19 South from Thirsk to York Ring Road;
- East along York Ring Road to junction with A64; or
- North on A64, joining A169 to Pickering, and back onto the A170.
Access to homes on Sutton Bank will be maintained whenever possible. However, due to the nature of the works there may be times when access will be restricted.
Because this year’s closure is for two weeks the decision has been made to re-route the diversion away from Ampleforth, where many residents lack off-street parking. The impact of coronavirus has left more people working at home, with more cars at the roadside. Ampleforth Parish Council is also looking for ways to alleviate congestion while Sutton Bank is closed.
County Councillor Don Mackenzie, Executive Member for Access, said:
“Residents have welcomed the decision to change the diversion route as we realise parked vehicles in Ampleforth will be a real problem, especially with more people working from home.
“We have also considered the implications of the extended closure. If the usual diversion was in place this would direct traffic through the small village of Ampleforth for an extra week.
“We apologise in advance for any inconvenience, but ask you to familiarise yourself with the diversion route and allow extra time for your journeys.”
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