Local drivers and residents in Blackburn have been advised of a sequence of temporary road closures taking place across the borough over the next month. The scheduled works, which start on 29 July and continue into late August, will affect a mix of residential streets and connecting routes and are expected to restrict access at specific times and locations.
Planned closures and affected sections
The council-provided schedule shows staggered start and end dates. Several closures will be in place continuously during their stated periods, while others are limited to set evening hours. Drivers using the town centre and surrounding neighbourhoods should expect changes to normal traffic flows and possible delays.
- Hamilton Street – closed on 29 July from 7pm to 10pm at the junction with Hollin Bridge Street.
- Sudellside Street – closed from 30 July at 8am until 2 August at 6pm, affecting traffic between Sudell Road and Norris Street.
- Honiton Avenue – closed 3–10 August, with access restrictions outside number 3.
- Pleasington Lane – closed from 3–18 August, impacting traffic between Preston Old Road and Old Hall Lane.
- Heys Lane – closed 3–28 August, affecting the route between Farmers Row and Bank Hey View.
- Rear 1–21 Westwell Street – closed 4–6 August, restricting access to the rear of number 19.
| Location | Dates | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Street (junction with Hollin Bridge St) | 29 July | 19:00 22:00 | Evening closure |
| Sudellside Street (Sudell Rd to Norris St) | 30 July 2 Aug | 08:00 18:00 | Full-time during period |
| Honiton Avenue (outside No.3) | 3 Aug 10 Aug | All day | Access restrictions |
| Pleasington Lane (Preston Old Rd to Old Hall Ln) | 3 Aug 18 Aug | All day | Full-time during period |
| Heys Lane (Farmers Row to Bank Hey View) | 3 Aug 28 Aug | All day | Extended closure |
| Rear 1 21 Westwell Street (rear of No.19) | 4 Aug 6 Aug | All day | Access to rear of properties affected |
What residents and drivers should know
While details are limited to the dates, times and locations published by the local authority, those who live or run businesses in the affected streets should expect:
- restricted vehicular access to specific addresses during the closures;
- temporary diversions or alternative parking requirements for nearby properties;
- possible delays on connecting routes as traffic is re-routed.
Commuters planning journeys into or through Blackburn on the listed dates are advised to allow extra travel time, check local signage on the day and consult Lancashire County Council or local ward communications for any last-minute changes.
If you are affected by a closure and require further information, contact details for the council are available on its website. The authority typically publishes diversion maps and contractor contact details for prolonged works; residents who need to maintain access for medical, emergency or business reasons should raise this directly with the council so arrangements can be considered.
The scheduled restrictions form part of routine maintenance and works in the borough. InfoRadar will publish updates if the council issues revised timings or additional closures are announced.
