Wildmoor Roundabout

THE PROJECT

We will be upgrading Wildmoor Roundabout on the A46 Alcester Road near Stratford-upon-Avon. The scheme enlarges the existing roundabout and constructs a new southern arm to improve traffic flow and connectivity.

THIS INVOLVES

• New roundabout construction (A46 Western Relief Road)
  
  • Formation and capping to the south of the roundabout.
  • Beany kerb ring to the southern half of the central island; splitter islands on Arms C & D.
  • Sub-base trimming and base and binder courses to the south of the roundabout.
• Carriageway widening / kerb realignment (Arm D, westbound)
  
  • “Narrow-width” excavation and reconstruction along Arm D Ch 0–140, including sub-base, kerbs and surfacing preparation.
• Drainage
  
  • Type 8 filter drains along:
    • Arms C & D (Ch 140–200) and Arms B & C (Ch 75–140)
    • Arm D (Ch 0–140)
  • 225 mm carrier drains linking new chambers:
    • CP43, CP40, CP36, CP31, CP30, CP25, CP51, CP24 (8 no.)
  • Beany outfall connections to:
    • Central island, Arm B and Arm D (3 no.)
  • Gullies: 9 no. on Arm D (Ch 0–140)
  • Works to existing chambers EX44/EX45 (break-in and cover raising)
• Footway / cycleway and verges
  
  • New shared cycleway on Arms C & D and on Arm D (Ch 0–140): excavation, sub-base, edging kerbs, tactile paving and surfacing.
  • Topsoil and verge reinstatement to the south of the roundabout.
• Street lighting and electrical
  
  • Road-lighting ducts across Arms B & C, along the rear of beany kerbs, and to splitter islands.
  • New lighting columns: 4 no. (HE/LP08, LP09, LP10, LP12), erected and connected.
• Signs and bollards
  
  • Illuminated bollards: 2 no. (RS09, RS10).
  • Installation of multiple traffic signs (RS19, RS20, RS22, RS23, RS25, RS26, RS33, RS34, RS35, RS37).
• Traffic management and safety
  
  • 3-way temporary signals (night) 20:00–06:00 (Phase 1A) and 2-way temporary signals (day) 09:30–15:30 (Phase 1B).
  • Temporary vehicle restraint system (VRS) to works area; removal where indicated.
  • Trial holes for utility location and staged traffic-management changes.
• Enabling and site setup
  
  • Compound setup (topsoil strip, stone placement), perimeter fencing and welfare.
  • Site clearance (vegetation/stumps) and disconnection/removal of existing street lighting (southern verge).

THE SCHEME AIMS TO

• Improve safety and capacity at the A46 junction by constructing a new roundabout.
• Reduce congestion and improve journey time reliability on the local network.
• Upgrade drainage (new carrier and filter drains) to manage surface water more effectively.
• Provide new shared footway/cycleway links with tactile paving and signage.
• Renew kerbs, road markings, lighting and traffic signs to modern standards.
• Reinstate verges and landscaping to enhance the roadside environment.

WHICH CONTRACTOR IS DOING THE WORK?

• Montel Civil Engineering (principal contractor).

WILL YOU BE WORKING AT NIGHT OR WEEKENDS?

• Approximately six night shifts are planned between September 2025 and March 2026 to install/remove temporary VRS barriers.
• Main overnight works are expected for approximately one week in April 2026 and one week in July 2026 to carry out resurfacing.
• If any weekend working is required, we will provide advance notice.

COST AND DELIVERY

• How much will the scheme cost?
  Circa £3.5 million.
• How long will it take to deliver?
  Construction is expected to begin in September 2025 and complete by the end of August 2026.

BENEFITS OF THE SCHEME

• How will this improve traffic flow?
  
  • New roundabout layout keeps traffic moving and reduces stop–start delays.
  • Extra capacity on approaches (widening, new kerb lines and splitter islands) reduces queuing at peak times.
  • Better lane guidance and signage improve positioning and exits, cutting hesitation.
  • Improved drainage reduces standing water and spray, helping steady flow in poor weather.
  • Upgraded lighting improves visibility at night and in winter.
  • Forms the final connection of the Shottery Relief Road, allowing road users to bypass the town centre and improving journey times within Stratford-upon-Avon.

How will this benefit local communities, including residents and businesses?

• • Safer junction design reduces the risk of collisions and near-misses.
  • More reliable journey times for residents, school runs, deliveries and public transport.
  • New footway/cycleway links with tactile paving and lighting improve access and active travel options.
  • Clearer wayfinding and modern signs make the area easier to navigate for visitors and customers.
  • Reduced rat-running on nearby residential streets as the main route becomes more efficient.
  • Verges and reinstatement improve the local street scene.
  • Planned overnight working (April and July 2026) targets the noisiest/most disruptive activities outside daytime hours.

EFFECT ON ROAD USERS AND RESIDENTS

• What hours will you be working?
  07:30–17:00.
• Have you considered the impact on residents from construction noise, dust and vibration? What measures will be put in place to mitigate any impact?
  
  • Working hours: Noisiest activities planned in daytime wherever practicable; limited overnight working only where essential.
  • Noise control: Quieter plant, acoustic shrouds where suitable, no-idling policy, and toolbox talks for operatives.
  • Vibration control: Low-vibration methods; monitoring at sensitive locations if required; stop and review if trigger levels are approached.
  • Dust control: Water suppression, damping down in dry weather, wheel-wash/jet-wash facilities, sheeting of loads, and regular road sweeping.
  • Communication: Advance notice of particularly disruptive activities and a single point of contact for queries.

How much delay will be caused by the roadworks/traffic management?

Delays may occur, but works will be phased to keep traffic moving and temporary signals used only where necessary. We will monitor queues and adjust signal timings and layouts to reduce delays wherever possible.

Will there be any loud construction activities?
Some activities are inherently noisy (e.g. breaking out kerbs, compacting stone, planing/surfacing, HGV deliveries). These will be scheduled in daytime where practicable, with short overnight operations only when needed to keep the network open. Residents will receive advance notice of particularly noisy works.

Will the project increase noise and visual impacts for residents living close to the motorway?

• During construction: Temporary increase in activity, lighting and signage within the works area, controlled as outlined above.
• Once complete: Smoother traffic flow generally reduces harsh braking/acceleration noise. New lighting and signs will comply with standards and be directed to minimise light spill.

Will there be more noise as a result of the improvement works?
There will be temporary construction noise while works are underway. In operation, no material increase in noise is anticipated; improved traffic flow can reduce peak engine and brake noise near the junction.

I live close to the motorway and understand there may be a visual impact, what will I see?

• Temporary (during works): Traffic-management barriers and cones, temporary signs, site fencing, plant and work lighting.
• Permanent (after completion): A new roundabout layout with refreshed road markings and signs, new lighting columns, and improved footway/cycleway links with verge reinstatement and landscaping.
• How long will the diversion routes add to my journey?
  Diversions are designed for all vehicles and prioritise safety and clarity. Additional time will vary by time of day and destination. Please follow signed diversions and allow extra time.
• Overnight and weekend working
  Some overnight works are planned in April 2026 and July 2026 to complete activities that are safest and least disruptive outside daytime hours. If any weekend working becomes necessary, we will provide advance notice.

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

• Why are there reduced speed limits within the works area?
  
  • Safety for everyone: Lower speeds protect road users and the workforce while lanes are realigned and barriers are in place.
  • Changed road layout: Temporary kerbs, ramps, lane shifts and narrower verges reduce stopping sight and recovery space.
  • Temporary surfaces: Fresh asphalt, raised/lowered ironwork and temporary markings can affect grip and visibility.
  • Heavy plant movements: Construction vehicles may be entering/exiting the site.
    We set limits following a risk assessment and national highway guidance and remove them as soon as it is safe.
• Why have you implemented narrow lanes?
  
  • Keep traffic moving: Narrow lanes maintain two-way traffic and avoid longer full closures.
  • Create a safe work zone: Provides clearance between live traffic and the work area/barriers.
  • Fit essential protection: Space is required for temporary barriers, cones, signs and drainage/lighting works behind them.
    Where narrow lanes are not needed, we widen them back out as quickly as practicable.
• Why is the 40 mph speed restriction still in place when there is no one working in a particular area?
  
  • 24/7 temporary layout: Even when crews aren’t present, hazards remain (narrow lanes, altered alignments, barrier ends, temporary markings or unfinished edges).
  • Reduced recovery space: With barriers and narrowed verges, the consequences of a mistake at higher speed are greater.
  • Consistent, predictable driving: One limit through the works reduces late braking and lane weaving.
    We review limits regularly and relax/remove them once inspections confirm they are no longer required. If you notice a location that looks ready for change, please let us know and we will check it.

SAFETY

• Will this project improve safety?
  Yes. Improvements include:
  
  • Increased visibility.
  • New/improved lighting and signage.
  • New road surfaces improving skid resistance.
  • New drainage reducing flooding.
  • Wider lanes.
  • Dedicated pedestrian/cycle paths.