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Moving Around the Borough

We're still following communications restrictions that apply to all councils in the run-up to today's (7 May) elections. From next week, we'll go back to looking at wider highways and transport issues alongside routine updates.

(click to enlarge) The completed works in this area, including the new link road which opens soon

New route to be available once link road built

We're planning to open a new link road between Easthampstead Road and Waterloo Road, at the southern outskirts of Wokingham, on Friday 29 May.

This will run from opposite the junction of Heathlands Road to the roundabout at the junction of William Heelas Way, near Montague Park.

It's part of the South Wokingham Distributor Road project, which will see a section of Easthampstead Road to the north of Heathlands Road become a cul-de-sac.

The distributor road, connecting Finchampstead Road near the Tesco superstore with Waterloo Road, will provide access to planned new homes in this area.

See our latest South Wokingham newsletter for a detailed update. The link road opening date is subject to final testing and we'll share any changes here.

Main road works will continue to year's end

Easthampstead Road remains closed between Star Lane, north of the level crossing, and just north of the Heathlands Road junction.

This is while we tie it in with the new distributor road, which crosses Easthampstead Road to the south of the railway and is due to be finished by early 2027.

Until the link road opens, the best way to Holme Grange Craft Village is from the south off Heathlands Road (via Nine Mile Ride) or Easthampstead Road (via Old Wokingham Road). It's still open seven days a week, with free parking.

Change of date for Woodley road closure switch

As work progresses on a new active travel route between Woodley and Reading, the road closures will be moving further west along Woodlands Avenue soon.

In the next few weeks, the road between Woodwaye and Howth Drive will reopen, with a new closure and diversion between Howth Drive and Fairwater Drive.

We said this would happen on Tuesday (12 May) but it's been delayed by the need to redirect underground power cables, which is common with projects like this.

We now expect to change over on Thursday 28 May, but this may be subject to further change so keep an eye on this newsletter.

We'll also let you know revised dates for any future works along Woodlands Avenue, and for additional planned works on Church Road and Culver Lane.

Roads reopen this week after works completed

The A329(M) is now open as usual after repairs to a damaged central barrier between Winnersh Triangle and the M4 were completed earlier this week.

Thank you for your patience while we worked to source the materials we needed. These works followed an earlier collision by a vehicle, which then required an immediate lane closure for everyone's safety.

Meanwhile, Edneys Hill and Evendons Lane between Barkham and Wokingham are open again after Scottish and Southern Energy Networks (SSEN) completed their underground investigations earlier than expected.

Don't forget, tomorrow (Friday 8 May) there'll be overnight temporary lights at the Tesco roundabout on Finchampstead Road for final works to the junction of Molly Millars Lane. This will be followed by overnight closures on Saturday and Sunday, marking the final steps in this improvement scheme.

Don't miss spectacular BMX displays at Bikeathon

Our My Journey Wokingham team are holding a cycle festival at this year's Wokingham Bikeathon, which takes place at Cantley Park on Sunday 28 June.

There's lots planned including BMX stunt team displays, fun cycling activities for the whole family, Dr Bike workshops and more.

That's on top of the Bikeathon itself - a popular, family-friendly, volunteer-run ride offering routes for all ages and ability levels. Book a place online.

We'll tell you more about our festival nearer the time, but save the date!

While you're here - more dates for your diary

Dr Bike will also be appearing at the following (workshops must be booked in advance on My Journey's events page):

• St Paul’s Parish Hall, Wokingham – Saturday, 13 June
• Winnersh Summer Fete – Saturday, 20 June
• Winnersh Community Centre – Sunday, 21 June
• Shinfield Parish Hall – Saturday, 11 July
• Stables Café, Arborfield Green – Saturday, 11 July

You can also meet My Journey at the Friday Funday event at the School Green Centre in Shinfield (RG2 9EH) on Friday 29 May, from 10am to 1pm.

We're still putting the finishing touches to our next electric vehicle and e-bike event at Elms Field in Wokingham on Saturday 4 July.

We'll announce more nearer the time but there'll be a chance to meet dealers and suppliers, view the latest models, enjoy fun family activities and more.

We're also offering the chance to have a free go at Nordic walking at various locations and dates - check out My Journey's events page for more.

Upcoming roadworks

We think these works will be the most disruptive, but you can see a list of all upcoming works in your area or browse our interactive map.

Binfield

Temporary lights - Forest Road
Wednesday 13 to Saturday 16 May (9.30am to 4pm)

There'll be multi-way lights at the junction with Foxley Lane while Scottish and Southern Energy Networks dig investigative holes.

Farley Hill

Road closure - Swallowfield Road
Tuesday 12 to Friday 15 May

The road will be closed outside Old Grain Store, with a diversion in place, while Thames Water carry out a new customer connection.

Keeping up to date

• For planned and emergency roadworks, follow us on Facebook
• To find out about roadworks near you, visit our interactive map
• For active and sustainable travel, visit My Journey Wokingham 
• Visit our major new roads page for plans and updates
• Find out more about resurfacing and repairs including potholes
• Report any issues with roads and streets online - including street lights, problems with traffic lights, potholes, damaged street furniture, problems with road markings and removal of dead animals. 
• Find out more about parking and permits including car park locations and costs, resident permits, park and ride services and appealing a parking fine
• Our transport and travel page includes applying for a senior citizen's or disabled person's bus and train pass, as well as public transport information
• The blue parking badges page has information on applying for, using, replacing and returning your blue badge