Herefordshire Council is pleased to announce that, following a tender exercise, Cambrensis Civil Engineering Ltd has been chosen as the contractor for the new Holme Lacy Road and Quiet Routes East schemes.
The Holme Lacy Road scheme is a package of improvements to the existing road surface and spaces for walking and cycling in the South East of the city. It will run from Oak Crescent at the north-western end to the Thorn Business Park junction at the south-east end, and improvements will include:
Resurfacing of the carriageway
Improved crossing points
Provision of a raised table and high friction surfacing to moderate vehicle speeds
Improved shared space for cyclists and pedestrians
The most notable features will include a new signalised junction between Holme Lacy Road/Chestnut Drive/Hoarwithy Road, and a widened shared surface at Holme Lacy Road railway bridge, including a new ‘shuttle working’ arrangement for vehicles.
The scheme closely complements the Western Bypass phase 1, which will reduce traffic on Holme Lacy Rd and provide better access for cars and safer active travel into Rotherwas, helping to make this key employment site even more attractive to businesses and investors.
The Quiet Routes East scheme will deliver various options to travel throughout Hereford safely, and will include improved signing, lining and crossing points at the following locations:
Route A- The Pastures/Hoarwithy Road/Cider Press Drive
Route B- Putson Avenue/Hinton Road
Route N- Oak Crescent
Route O- Chestnut Drive/Hoarwithy Road
Route P- Winston Road
Cllr Philip Price, Cabinet Member Transport and Infrastructure, said: “It is very pleasing to be able to announce Cambrensis Civil Engineering Ltd as our delivery partners for the Holme Lacy Road and Quiet Routes East schemes.
“The tender process was thorough and competitive, and we are confident that these improvements will be carried out to the high standard that the people of Herefordshire have a right to expect.
“These works will lead to improved options for all modes of transport. There will be improved road surfaces and greater road safety through the installation of a high friction surface to moderate vehicle speeds, as well as important work to the drainage around Holme Lacy Bridge. The benefits will also be felt by those who choose to walk or cycle, with greater shared surfaces and improved crossing points.
“These schemes are part of our ‘Year of Delivery’ that will see us complete several major projects to improve transport and infrastructure in the county. These projects in particular will deliver significant benefits to travel in the Holme Lacy Road area of the city, and I look forward to seeing works as they progress.”
Carwyn Davies, Managing Director of Cambrensis Civil Engineering, said: “We are proud to have been selected as the delivery partner for the Holme Lacy Road and Quiet Routes East scheme, as part of the wider ‘Improving Travel in Hereford’ programme. Cambrensis Civil Engineering Ltd is committed to working in close partnership with Herefordshire Council to ensure these projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest possible standard.”
This scheme is part of the Improving Travel in Hereford programme of works. It is part of a £19,990,000 investment from Levelling Up Funding offered by government for a package of transport and travel measures in and around Hereford city.
More information can be found in the decision papers.
