A513 Beaconside-Redhill roundabout A34
Major highway improvement works will be taking place on A513 Beaconside and at the roundabout junction of A34 Stone Road with A513 Beaconside. These works began January 2024.
These works are part of the planning obligations for the Taylor Wimpey Marston Grange residential development off A513 Beaconside and are funded and managed by Taylor Wimpey.
The works include the following:
- The dualling of the A513 Beaconside, between Stone Road and Marston Lane including the signalisation of the existing junction with Parkside Avenue
- The creation of a new signalised junction on the north side of the A513 and the signalisation of Newbold Drive
- The reconfiguration of the existing A34 roundabout at the junction with A513 Beaconside and A34 from M6 roundabout at Creswell, to a signalised roundabout.
- Carriageway widening and installation of permanent traffic signals.
Further details of the proposed works can be seen on the scheme layout plans.
This can also be seen as a combined overview plan as shown below:
Taylor Wimpey are carrying out the scheme communications and will provide updates that will be published on this web page. The following frequently asked questions have been provided by Taylor Wimpey however if you have any further questions please contact the team directly at beaconside@taylorwimpey-pr.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Update provided by Taylor Wimpey September 2024
Background to the works
Why has it taken so long for this work to start?
Taylor Wimpey have been engaged in detailed discussions with Staffordshire County Council to confirm arrangements on a number of points, such as the phasing of works, the overall programme and some land ownership issues.
The decision has been made to combine the Redhill roundabout improvement works with the widening of the existing Beaconside road layout that was previously scheduled to ensure there’s minimal disruption to both residents and commuters as the works take place.
Why have you chosen this approach?
The traffic management proposals have been created to minimise the disruption to local residents and to ensure emergency vehicles have safe passage through the works site at all times.
The traffic management arrangements will vary over the duration of the works as the teams move between different activities.
How will these works benefit me?
These works were a condition of the planning permission that was granted for the Taylor Wimpey Marston Grange development and were requested by Stafford Borough Council in order to ensure the road layout around the A513 Beaconside can accommodate an increased number of road users, whilst also bringing a number of benefits.
These benefits include:
- Reducing journey times
- Easing congestion
- Improving safety for all road users
Are there plans as part of the Beaconside works to widen the whole road?
This is not part of the highway improvement works associated with the Taylor Wimpey development. For further information please contact Stafford Borough Council, who are the local planning authority.
Impact on road users
This is going to add long delays to my journey time
Taylor Wimpey are sorry for any disruption that these works will cause. Taylor Wimpey will be doing everything they can to minimise disruption whilst working to complete these works as quickly and safely as possible.
Taylor Wimpey and their Contractor will engage regularly with Staffordshire County Council to ensure the correct traffic management plan is implemented at all times.
Will there be any road closures in the area as a result of the works?
Road closures took place during the week commencing 9th September 2024 to provide a temporary surface to allow the roundabout to reopen.
Overnight road closures will be required towards the end of the works schedule to ensure surfacing works are completed seamlessly.
Any lane closures that need to take place later on in the works schedule will be clearly communicated by Taylor Wimpey to residents at future public information sessions.
How long will diversions be in place?
The next phase of the traffic management plan is due to be implemented in September 2024.
The entire works programme is expected to be completed by summer 2025.
The following updated traffic Management plans have been provided by Taylor Wimpey to host on the SCC web page on Taylor Wimpey’s behalf.
What is the speed limit during the works and once the works have been completed?
The temporary speed limits have been determined by McPhillips, the Principal Contractor for the A513 Beaconside works, as part of their traffic management proposals. These temporary speed limits will be clearly displayed for road users who are travelling in the vicinity of the works site.
The permanent speed limit is shown on the A513 Beaconside and Redhill Roundabout combined scheme plan, which is linked above in the introductory section of this web page.
Will larger vehicles, including those carrying wide loads, still be able to travel as they normally do in the Beaconside area while the works are taking place?
Larger vehicles will still be able to navigate around the works site as the works take place. Abnormal load access will be maintained and managed by McPhillips, the Principal Contractor for the A513 Beaconside works.
Will I be able to turn in both directions when coming out of both Parkside Avenue junctions?
Traffic can turn in all directions out of both Parkside Avenue junctions, as show in the following plans:
There is a ‘no right turn’ instruction in place for road users from A513 Beaconside westbound turning right into Andrus Way.
Why are U-turns prohibited on the A34?
The A34 U-Turn prohibition has been implemented as vehicles have been making unsafe manoeuvres and causing safety concerns. This prohibition is enforceable by the police.
Will the public transport links be impacted?
The public transport operators in the A513 Beaconside area have been informed of and consulted on the works that are to take place. The details for each service will be directly managed by the relevant operator.
How will access to the local schools be impacted?
This is not part of the highway improvement works associated with the Taylor Wimpey Marston Grange housing development. For further information please contact Stafford Borough Council, who are the local planning authority.
Is it possible to open one lane up during weekends / evenings when work is not taking place to ease congestion?
Some areas of the works necessitate a full closure for the health and safety of road users, in line with the approved traffic management plans.
Taylor Wimpey acknowledge that these closures cause delays and we apologise for this. However, unfortunately it is not currently possible to open any lanes at weekends at this stage of work.
Can more crossing points for pedestrians be considered, as it’s currently difficult to navigate the island?
Existing crossing points will be maintained throughout the duration of the works. However, the traffic management plan is regularly reviewed and any changes will be made as necessary, and communicated with residents.
Traffic lights
Why are there so many traffic lights?
The Highway Improvement Works are being delivered in accordance with Taylor Wimpey Development approved planning layout.
The temporary traffic signals near Parkside Avenue will remain in place for the duration of the construction works.
How will the permanent traffic light system operate?
The permanent traffic signals will be connected to the Staffordshire County Council Urban Traffic Control system. All traffic signal stages will be demand dependent on traffic and pedestrian activity.
Communication
How will residents be kept updated?
Taylor Wimpey have committed to keeping local residents up to date as work progresses. They have committed to holding public information sessions at regular intervals. The next session is expected to take place in October 2024.
They will be writing to those that are directly affected by the works every three months. In each letter, they will confirm the current status of the works and the date of the next resident event, which will be held every three months from the point of work starting on site.
People can get in touch with the Taylor Wimpey team directly at:
beaconside@taylorwimpey-pr.co.uk
They will endeavour to answer all questions as quickly and thoroughly as possible.
Who can we contact in the event that the traffic light system temporarily goes down?
Any highway-related issues should be reported to Staffordshire County Council at https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/reportit
In the case of an emergency relating to the temporary traffic management, the Traffic Management sub-contractor (Traffix) can be contacted on 0800 819 9001.