WOOD LANE FLYOVER: TfL announces major summer roadworks on London’s A40
Transport for London (TfL) has announced essential maintenance work on the A40 Westway, set to commence in July. This major route, integral to London’s transport network, sees around 90,000 vehicles daily.
Built in 1969, the structures connecting the Wood Lane flyover to the Marylebone flyover are nearing the end of their lifespan. TfL plans to replace four critical joints supporting the slip roads to the A40, ensuring the road remains safe and serviceable.
The maintenance work will occur in two phases to limit disruption.
From 21 July to 22 August 2024, the eastbound slip road from the Westway Roundabout and the southbound A3220 West Cross Route between the Westway and Holland Park Roundabouts will close.
From 2 September to mid-October 2024, the westbound on-slip from the A3220 West Cross Route to the A40 Westway via the Westway Roundabout, and the northbound section of the A3220 West Cross Route from Holland Park to Westway Roundabout, will close.
Drivers should expect increased congestion on diversion routes and local roads. TfL advises planning alternative routes in advance.
Efforts are underway to coordinate this work with other projects and stakeholders to minimise disruption. Notably, work will pause during the Notting Hill Carnival to accommodate the event.
A comprehensive traffic signal strategy will be implemented and continually reviewed to manage traffic flow throughout the maintenance period. TfL remains committed to ensuring London’s road network operates smoothly during these critical works.
Stuart Harvey, TfL's Chief Capital Officer, said: “We’re determined to ensure a safe and well-maintained road network can play a full role in enabling Londoners to travel across the capital. These ageing 1960s structures are reaching the end of their serviceable life and road closures are essential if we are to ensure they can continue to serve Londoners for decades to come. We recognise that these closures will have a significant impact on people travelling in the area and are working hard to minimise disruption as much as possible, including by rescheduling other work and reviewing traffic signals. I’d like to thank people in the area for their patience and would encourage everyone to plan ahead for any journeys in the area from July.”
