Investing in your roads - July 2026

In Airedale, the team has replaced the birds mouth fencing at The Square, providing a stronger and more durable barrier.

The team has completed carriageway surfacing and crossing improvement works on Bosworth Avenue, Altofts. These works have enhanced the condition of the road surface and improved crossing facilities to provide a more accessible environment for all.

In Castleford, the team has been busy completing a range of highway improvements. On Elizabeth Drive, both the carriageway and footway have been resurfaced for smoother surfaces for motorists and pedestrians.

On Redhill Walk, block paving has been relaid to restore the footway, creating a safer path for pedestrians.

Bollards have also been installed on Albion Street and Lower Oxford Street, helping to protect pedestrian areas and improve safety for all.

In addition, the puffin crossing near Castleford College on Leeds Road has been refurbished for an accessible and safe route for pedestrians in the area.

General highways maintenance work has been completed on Eastwood Close, Durkar, where the team carried out a trial hole investigation.

On Windhill Road in Eastmoor the team have constructed a new concrete base as part of general highways maintenance work for a more resilient road infrastructure.

The team has resurfaced the carriageway on Homestead Drive, improving driving conditions.

In Ferrybridge, the team has completed footway patching works on Pontefract Road and carried out footway patching and edging improvements on Vale Walk.

In addition, 10 metres of pedestrian guardrail (PGR) has been replaced on Pontefract Road, helping to improve pedestrian safety

The team has completed carriageway resurfacing works on Hollings Mount and Westcroft Road in Hemsworth, improving the quality of the road surface for local road users. 

In addition, carriageway patching has been carried out on Pontefract Road to address areas of deterioration. 

And footway patching and kerbing improvements have been completed on Hawthorn Avenue, to enhance pedestrian safety.

The footway has been improved on Racca Green.

The team has also repaired a barrier on the A162 near Knottingley, helping to improve safety for road users.

The carriageway on Sherwood Grove in Lupset has been resurfaced, to provide a smoother journey for drivers. And the 4m pedestrian guardrail (PGR) on Horbury Road has been replaced to help improve safety for pedestrians and road users.

In Newmillerdam, the team has completed maintenance works on Almshouse Lane, including the installation of new kerbing, channelling and ACO drainage channels, along with carriageway patching. These improvements will help manage surface water more effectively and improve drainage.

A range of improvements has been completed in Normanton. A footway slurry seal has been applied on Queensway, helping to improve the condition of the footway.

As part of general maintenance works, tree pit works have been carried out on Gladstone Street, and a bollard has been replaced on Assembly Street to help keep pedestrians safe and help keep the street safe and in good condition. 

In North Elmsall, the team has completed carriageway patching works on Bailey Crescent, planing 50mm of the road surface to improve the condition of the carriageway.

On Woodcock Way, a burnt tarmac area has been reinstated, ensuring it remains safe for local residents and road users.

We have refurbished the junction at Manor Road/Sowood Lane, helping to improve safety and ease of travel for road users.

On Towngate, tree pit works have been completed as part of ongoing maintenance, while in South Ossett, two speed ramps on Sowood Grange have been replaced to help manage vehicle speeds and improve road safety.

There’s been a range of improvements in Pontefract. This included the laying of one tonne of recycled material on Cobblers Lane to help maintain the road surface.  

We have replaced 18 metres of pedestrian guardrail (PGR) on Southgate to improve safety for pedestrians and road users. And completed footway levelling and channel repairs on Wakefield Road to create smoother walking routes and support drainage.

We have completed carriageway patching works on Katrina Grove in Purston Jaglin for a safer journey for road users. 

In Ryhill, we have completed maintenance works on Willow Drive, including the replacement and relaying of speed ramps and block paving. These improvements help maintain effective traffic calming measures and enhance road safety for all.

Resurfacing works have been carried out in South Kirkby, with carriageway repairs on West Street to improve the road surface and provide safer travel for road users.

In South Ossett, the team has completed footway patching works on Teall Street to provide a safer and more comfortable route for residents and pedestrians.

Our hard-working team have been out in Stanley carrying out a variety of improvements. This includes carriageway resurfacing on Samuel Drive and Firth Close, providing smoother and safer journeys for road users.

The team have also been busy cutting back foliage on walking routes 28, 34 and 37, helping to keep them clear, safe and accessible for residents and visitors.

On Bottom Boat Road, drainage improvements have been completed to help water drain away more easily.

The team has completed carriageway resurfacing works on Whinney Close in Streethouse to provide a smoother journey for drivers.

In Thornes, the footway on Field Lane has been resurfaced, making it easier and safer for people to walk along.

A new crossing has also been built on Thornes Road, helping people cross with improved safety.

It’s been very busy in Wakefield, with a range of improvements completed across the district. On Thornes Lane, carriageway repairs and the installation of a new Wakefield bollard have helped improve road safety and maintain the highway network.

At Ferry Lane Canal Bridge, refurbishment works have been completed and foliage has been cut back along the footpath, helping to keep the route safe for all.

Bollards have been re-installed on Westgate (Silver Street) and Burton Street to help protect pedestrian areas and improve safety. Nine bench slats have also been replaced on the Bullring, helping to keep public spaces well looked-after.

Investigative works have also taken place on Zetland Street and Brook Street, including sinkhole and highway investigations to help identify issues early and support future maintenance work.

We have completed carriageway resurfacing on Oak Tree Meadow and Chestnut Avenue, providing smoother and safer journeys for road users.

On The Grove, drainage improvements have also been made to help stop water collecting on the road surface.

As part of drainage improvements, the team has carried out drainage connection work on Whitwood Common Lane, and installed a 6m road drain on Wood Lane to help prevent water from collecting on the road.