A6 Shap Road, Kendal
Cycleway, Footway and Street Lighting Scheme on A6 in Kendal
Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Ltd was appointed by North Yorkshire County Council to deliver major improvements to the A6 Shap Road in Kendal. The scheme involved widening of the existing footpath to accommodate a cycleway, installation of a new Toucan crossing, upgraded drainage, and street lighting across a 1km stretch of a busy main route.
Despite significant pedestrian and vehicle traffic volumes, the project was successfully delivered while maintaining two-way traffic flow throughout the majority of the works — preventing gridlock in Kendal town centre. A comprehensive temporary traffic management plan was implemented in advance of works, and liaison with statutory authorities ensured timely procurement of street lighting power supplies and new crossings.
Works Included
- Widening of existing footway and verge
- New street lighting installation
- Controlled pedestrian crossing with new ducting
- Tarmac surfacing at entrances and access points
- Liaison with statutory authorities for electrical supply upgrades
- Reconfigured layby and drainage improvements
- Road markings and anti-skid surfacing
Project Achievements
- Project delivered with zero accidents
- Kendal town centre remained free of congestion
- No service strikes or environmental incidents
- Effective traffic management plan ensured no complaints
- Embedded learning from previous frameworks and resource continuity
- Completed in 37 weeks under NEC 3 Option A
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