All the Blackpool roadworks starting this week including closures and traffic lights
All the major roadworks set to start and continue across Blackpool and Fylde between 8 May and 22 May.
The works mainly consist of temporary traffic signals, lane closures and carriageway restrictions linked to ongoing utility upgrades and routine highway maintenance by local authorities and contractors.
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Motorists are being advised to plan ahead where possible, avoid affected routes if they can, and allow extra time when travelling through impacted areas.
With several schemes set to begin between May 8-22, we’ve focused on the disruptions involving closures, stop/go systems and temporary traffic management, so you know exactly where delays may occur.
Henry Street, Blackpool
Prohibit all vehicles from parking in any direction along the length of the permit parking bays on the western side of Henry Street from its junction with Loverose Lane to the northern point of 28 Henry Street.
Prohibit all pedestrians from entering or proceeding in any direction along the length of the footways on the western side of Henry Street from its junction with Loverose Lane to the northern point of 28 Henry Street.
The proposed Order will commence on 11 May 2026 and continue in force for eighteen months or until the sooner completion of the aforesaid works. It is expected that the works will take 103 days.
Dorchester Road, Blackpool
Prohibit any vehicle from entering or proceeding in any direction along Dorchester Road from its junction with Cambray Road to its junction with Leckhampton Road.
No left or right turn onto Dorchester Road from the rear alley to the west of Dorchester Road and east of Seafield Road.
REASON: Because of the likelihood of danger to the public during works being undertaken to allow for the Carriageway resurfacing.
DURATION A period of 5 days from 11 May 2026.
ACCESS: Limited access will be maintained for: Emergency service vehicles, Vehicles being used in connection with the works.
Warren Drive, Thornton-Cleveleys
Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and all other enabling powers to carry out utility works.
Pedestrian access to premises will be maintained at all times.
Vehicular access will be maintained wherever possible.
All diversion routes will be clearly signed and maintained on site.
The proposed Order will commence on 18 May 2026 and continue in force for eighteen months or until the sooner completion of the aforesaid works. It is expected that the works will take 25 days.
Deansgate, Blackpool
Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and all other enabling powers to utility works. Prohibit any vehicle from entering or proceeding in a westerly direction along Deansgate from its junction with Cookson Street to a point which is approximately 40 metres west of its junction with Cookson Street.
Pedestrian access to premises will be maintained at all times.
Vehicular access will be maintained to Talbot Road Car Park and for service yards.
All diversion routes will be clearly signed and maintained on site.
The proposed Order will commence on 6 May 2026 and continue in force for eighteen months or until the sooner completion of the aforesaid works. It is expected that the works will take 14 days.