Cumberland Council would like to provide an update on road improvements on Lorton Street, Cockermouth, this is an ambitious project to enhance the local road network and ensure safer, smoother travel for residents and businesses.
The improvements are being delivered by the council's contractor, DSD Construction Limited.
Due to engineering difficulties with the construction of the new road surface at the B5292 Lorton Street, Cockermouth, the scheme has been extended until 11 April 2026 under a formal road closure. During this time the three-way temporary traffic lights at Kirkgate and Market Place junction will remain in place to help to ease any congestion.
As the works are still ongoing, the closure will remain active for the bank holiday weekend. This means that there will be no access to Lorton Street via Station Road. However, access for residents, Mitchells Auction, and the methodist church will be granted for the bank holiday weekend via Kirkgate and down Victoria Road. Works will resume as normal on Tuesday 7 April.
Access for emergency services will also be via Kirkgate and down Victoria Road during this bank holiday weekend. Access for emergency services will be maintained through the road closure from Tuesday 7 April.
Please see the traffic marshals who will be back onsite when the works recommence on Tuesday 7 April, who will assist in any way they can, when it is safe to do so.
Cumberland Council recognises that this road in question is a key route through the town, and some temporary inconvenience is occurring during these works. The council is working closely with local stakeholders, including Parish Councils and local members, to reduce disruption as much as possible.
Cumberland Council wishes to thank the community for their continued support and patience while they improve the road network and apologise for any inconvenience.
If there are any questions regarding the road improvements, please visit Cumberland Council website, or contact Cumberland Council’s Highways Hotline on 0300 373 3736