From Newsgroup: uk.railway
On Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:00:59 +0000, Roland Perry <
roland@perry.uk> wrote:
Major road underneath Bletchley Flyover closed for "Preparation Works"
ahead of demolition. Supposed to be replaced as part of E/W Rail.
End of the road(sic) for white elephant (actually it's grey).
As always, a link would be helpful:
https://www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/milton-keynes-motorists-advised-about-week-long-road-closure-needed-for-vital-rail-bridge-surveys
Road users in Bletchley, Milton Keynes are being informed about a seven-day closure of Saxon Street this month needed
ahead of a major project to rebuild a railway bridge.
Saxon Street (B4034) in Bletchley will be closed to motorists between Watling Street and Princes Way from 7am on Monday
12 January until late in the afternoon on Sunday 18 January 2026.
During this time, rail engineers will carry out ground investigation surveys and vegetation clearance needed ahead of
major work to replace the bridge, which is being completed as part of the East West Rail project. When complete, East
West Rail will connect Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Cambridge, improving access to jobs, housing and leisure
opportunities across the region.
Surveys on the 1970s-built bridge are needed to help engineers finalise designs for a replacement structure.
During the road closure, a clearly signposted diversion will be in place. Access for pedestrians and cyclists will
remain open throughout the project's duration.
Network Rail and its East West Rail Alliance partners have written to local people about the road closure and are
working closely with Milton Keynes City Council. During the closure, teams from Milton Keynes City Council will be
refreshing road markings and lining on Saxon Street. Collaborating on closures like this will help to minimise
disruption for road users.
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