Major work to improve the A595 from Holmrook to Muncaster will begin later this month.

The work, which starts on Monday, September 30, is part of a £14.3m government-funded scheme aimed at enhancing road infrastructure and reducing future disruptions.

The aim is to make travel smoother and safer for everyone, with the upgraded stretch expected to improve journey quality and resilience for residents, commuters, and businesses.

The improvements from Holmrook to Muncaster will encompass a range of upgrades including road network repairs, drainage replacement, traffic sign replacements, and the refreshing of road markings.

The project is expected to take around seven weeks to complete, weather permitting.

The work will be carried out in three phases.

Phase one will cover the stretch from Holmrook to the Ravenglass junction, running from Monday, September 30, to Friday, October 25.

Phase two will focus on the Ravenglass junction to Muncaster Castle, taking place from Monday, November 4, to Tuesday, November 12.

Phase three will cover the Holmrook and Drigg junction, scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, to Tuesday, November 19.

To minimise disruption during the day, the road will be closed at night between 7pm and 5am, Monday to Saturday, for the duration of the project, except during October half-term holidays (Monday, October 28, to Friday, November 1).

During the day, two-way traffic lights will be in operation to keep traffic moving.

Vehicles will be able to pass through the site with escort assistance between 7pm and 10pm during the night closures, but delays of up to 30 minutes may occur.

The road will be fully closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5am, but pedestrians will still be able to get through.

The work is being carried out by the Cumberland Council's contractor, DSD Construction Limited.

Access for emergency vehicles and pedestrians will be maintained at all times.

Cumberland Council has apologised for the inconvenience these road improvements may cause, but insists the long-term benefits will outweigh the disruption.

For more information, please visit the Cumberland Council website or contact Cumberland Council’s Highways Hotline on 0300 373 3736.