Roads, highways and street scene

All pages relating to roads, highways and street scene.

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Seaton will be getting a spruce up!

Cumberland Council is pleased to inform the local community in Seaton that they will be investing a total of £165,000, for infrastructure improvements.
10 July 2023
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Improvement works on the A596

Cumberland Council is informing residents and businesses that there will be improvement works on the A596.
10 July 2023
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Improvement works on the A689, Brampton

Cumberland Council is informing residents and businesses that there will be important improvement works on the A689, Brampton. The carriageway improvements will commence on Sunday 2 July with a scheduled completion of Saturday 8 July. The work will be carried out in the evenings to ensure there is no disruption to traffic during the day.
3 July 2023
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Blaze Bridge in High Lorton to undergo repairs

Cumberland Council is informing residents, visitors, and businesses that Blaze Bridge located in High Lorton will be undergoing repairs in July. The Highways team is scheduled to start the refurbishment work on Monday 3 July. The project is expected to take between six to eight weeks to complete and the team will be working from 9am – 4pm Monday to Friday.
3 July 2023
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Gritters get a summer run out

Cumberland Council is informing residents not to worry if they see a gritter out and about during the next week. Cumberland Council's fleet of gritters will be a familiar sight during the colder months, working tirelessly to keep the roads clear of snow and ice. However, as the council gears up for another winter season, the Highways teams are currently in the process of planning their winter routes.
22 June 2023
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Resurfacing Loweswater: Cumberland Council invests £179,000

Cumberland Council has announced that it is investing £179,000 in a resurfacing project at Loweswater. The resurfacing project will involve the use of high-quality materials and modern techniques to ensure that the road is durable and long-lasting.
21 June 2023