Overview
Construction on the NEMMDR began early in 2023 with advance works to create access routes for construction vehicles and machinery as well as the setting up of site compounds, removal of vegetation and erection of fencing.
Main works on the scheme started in May 2023 and are now progressing well. The road is expected to be completed and open to traffic in spring 2026.
We’re keeping people updated on this page and with our newsletters, as well as being able to see progress so far with photos on our timeline page.
Road and footpath closures and diversions
From time to time, it is necessary for us to implement traffic management or road/footpath closures for the safety of workers and the travelling public. You can find more details on current closures and diversions below and we will update these regularly:
Footpath closures
It is necessary to temporarily close sections of footpath across the scheme whilst works are undertaken. Alternative routes have been provided across the works and details may be found below, together with signage on site. Please do not deviate from these for your safety and that of our workforce. Note: some of the above are large files and they may only be viewable if downloaded first.Road closures
A606 Nottingham Road & St Bartholomew’s Way
To construct the new roundabout safely, the A606 Nottingham Road will be closed from Monday 7 July to Sunday 31 August 2025. Additionally, St Bartholomew’s Way will be closed at its junction with the A606 Nottingham Road from Monday 16 June to Sunday 28 September 2025.
Access to properties and businesses will be maintained throughout, and diversion routes will be in place, including a short diversion route for pedestrians between the A606 Nottingham Road / St Bartholomew’s Way.
We appreciate that the vehicular diversion route is significant, however as we are closing an A-class road, we are required to provide a formal diversion route on the same type of roads in order to accommodate HGVs. For further details, please see our frequently asked questions document below.
B676 Saxby Road
To construct the new roundabout safely, the B676 Saxby Road will be closed from Tuesday 24 June to Sunday 28 September 2025.
Access to properties and businesses will be maintained throughout, and a diversion route will be in place.
We appreciate that the diversion route is significant, however as we are closing a B-class road, we are required to provide a formal diversion route on the same type of roads in order to accommodate HGVs. For further details, please see our frequently asked questions document below.
A607 Waltham Road (Thorpe Arnold)
To construct the new roundabout safely, the A607 Waltham Road north-east of Thorpe Arnold will be closed between 23 April and 22 June 2025.
Access to properties and businesses will be maintained throughout, and a diversion route will be in place.
We appreciate that the diversion route is significant, however as we are closing an A-class road, we are required to provide a formal diversion route on the same type of roads in order to accommodate HGVs. For further details, please see our frequently asked questions document below.
Lag Lane closure
This closure applies to both road users and pedestrians.
Traffic Signals and Temporary Works
During September 2023 there will be temporary two-way traffic lights on the B676 Saxby Road and A606 Burton Road. These will be in place from time to time as needed and removed as soon as possible.
There may be occasional, short periods of disruption at other locations associated with construction vehicles moving through the site and crossing public roads.
Archaeology of the site
The construction of the road has also given us the opportunity to research the archaeology in the area and you can see more details below.
Construction and archaeology images
Take a look at some of the finds on site.
Queries
For any queries or concerns, not covered on our website or in our newsletters, please contact the NEMMDR team.