Fleet faces up to eight weeks of traffic disruption as developer-funded roadworks begin on Cove Road and Bramshot Road from 26 May 2026. Hart District Council has approved the improvements, which include overnight road surfacing and the construction of a new pedestrian crossing. Daytime traffic management will be in place between 9:30am and 4:30pm, with full overnight closures expected throughout the programme.
The new crossing on Bramshot Road, about 25 metres east of Southwood Lane, is designed to make walking to local schools and the town centre safer. Pavement upgrades and other safety measures are part of the project. Hart District Councillor Steve Forster announced the works on his official Facebook page, warning residents to expect delays and plan alternative routes.
The scheme is funded by developer contributions from ongoing housing growth in Fleet, including estates like Edenbrook Village and Hartland Village. A similar project in 2024 saw Hampshire County Council approve £368,200 from developers and an Active Travel England grant for a parallel crossing on Hitches Lane outside Calthorpe Park School. That crossing addressed long-standing safety concerns raised by parents and staff.
Hart District Council is currently run by a joint administration of Liberal Democrats and the Community Campaign group, with no single party holding a majority. The council has a track record of delivering pedestrian safety improvements through Section 106 agreements tied to new housing permissions. Residents are advised to check the council’s roadworks page for updates during the eight-week disruption.
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