Lynn Road junction, Heacham - bus service improvement work

Overview

Estimated finish date: This scheme was completed Autumn 2024

This work saw the improvement of the left-hand turn from the Lynn Road in Heacham on to the A149, making it easier for large and long vehicles to now make the turn. We also removed the 'pinch-point' on the bend of Lynn Road as it approaches the junction. We also widened the kerb line at the left-hand turn on to the A149 and Lynn Road bend, and resurfaced the surrounding roads. 

This scheme were made to improve traffic flow through the area and improve journey times and reliability of bus services in the area. 

We will achieve this improvement by widening:

• The kerb line at the left-hand turn on to the A149
• The road on the Lynn Road bend

At the end of the construction period we will also carry out resurfacing of the A149, Lynn Road and B1454 junction. 

Background to the project 

This project is part of a series of improvements we're making in the county. The aims are to improve bus journey times and reliability of services across our public transport network. We're using funding awarded to us by the Department for Transport for our Bus Service Improvement Plan to:

• Invest in infrastructure at strategic locations
• Relieve specific areas of congestion that affect buses
• Deliver better, more punctual services

The improvements are alongside funding for additional and extended services, the current £2 fare cap, and zero-emission buses. We hope the result is that more people will choose the bus for their everyday journeys. 

The Department for Transport (DfT) awarded the county council nearly £50m of funding for its Bus Service Improvement Plan. You can read more about our work on the project by visiting www.norfolk.gov.uk/busstrategy.