Key dates announced for two major Workington regeneration projects
The Town Centre Public Realm and Connectivity Project, alongside the Workington Gateway scheme, form part of a wider regeneration plan supported by more than £33 million in UK taxpayer funding.
Cllr Mark Fryer, leader of Cumberland Council, said: "This is an exciting new chapter for Workington.
"These projects are not just about improving roads, buildings, and public spaces, they are about creating opportunities, attracting investment, and making our town an even better place to live, work, and visit.
"We are committed to working closely with the community and local businesses every step of the way to ensure these plans bring the greatest possible benefits for the area."
The money will be used to fund works in the town centre, transport links, support growth in the manufacturing and renewable energy sectors, business support, and new sports facilities.
The regeneration programme also includes the Innovation Centre, Port of Workington Logistics and Energy Hub, new cycleways, upgrades in Hall Park, and the proposed Cumberland Sports Village.
The council says the Town Centre Public Realm and Connectivity Project, funded through the Town Deal, will receive £3 million to transform the area into a 'pedestrian-friendly' space designed to boost footfall and attract private investment.
Early site access for contractor Thomas Armstrong Limited began earlier this month.
Main construction is set to begin on Monday, September 1, starting with Murray Road, which will see overnight closures but remain open during the day.
The Workington Gateway Project, backed by £10 million in UK taxpayer funding, aims to improve key transport routes, with major upgrades planned for Ramsay Brow and Hall Brow.
The Workington Gateway Project aims to improve key transport routes (Image: Cumberland Council) The scheme is designed to reduce congestion, improve road safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists to Hall Park and Workington Hall.
From Friday, September 12 at 8pm to Monday, 14 at 6am, the A66 will see a closure at Ramsay Brow for utilities diversion.
This closure is set to return from Friday, September 19 at 8pm to Monday, 21 at 6am.
From Monday, September 22 to the end of the project (scheduled for March 2026), Ramsay Brow junction works will see three-way lights implemented.
An additional full weekend closure is planned for Friday, September 26 at 8pm to Monday, 28 at 6am.
There is also a contingency closure which will go ahead 'if required' from October 3 to 6.
Construction is set to pause for a festive break from Friday, December 19, 2025, until Monday, January 5, 2026.
During the Ramsay Brow roadworks, Stagecoach X4/X5 services will not serve stops on Ramsay Brow, Stainburn, and Clifton during the three consecutive weekend closures.
A public drop-in event will take place at Workington Market on Wednesday, August 20, from 10am to 4pm.
A 'meet the contractor' event is also scheduled to be held at the Carnegie Theatre on Thursday, August 28, from 2pm to 6.30pm.
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