Resurfacing work on the A40 through Crickhowell is due to begin on Monday, April 27, it has been announced.

The work, commissioned by the Welsh Government and carried out by Amey on behalf of the North and Mid Wales Trunk Road Agency (NMWTRA), is the second phase of a programme to improve the road.

Phase two covers the stretch from the zebra crossing by Crickhowell Fire Station to the access for the petrol station. Phase one, completed in early 2025, ran from the junction at Castle Road to the Fire Station crossing.

The resurfacing will include improvements to drainage and pedestrian infrastructure. Linear drains and kerb drainage will be replaced, defective underground drainage assets renewed, and traffic signs updated. The zebra crossing outside the Bear Hotel and several dropped crossings along the route will also be improved.

Work will take place between April 27 and June 19. Night-time full closures will be used when traffic flows are lower, with daytime lane closures under traffic signals in some areas. Certain phases will involve weekend closures. Marshals will assist pedestrians and delivery vehicles through the works.

A detailed breakdown of the proposed restrictions and programme is provided on the Traffic Wales website: https://traffic.wales/current-projects/crickhowell-phase-2-resurfacing-works-footway-and-drainage-improvements

The trunk road agency said access will be maintained for businesses, homes, emergency services and buses. Drivers are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for journeys.

Work has been scheduled to limit disruption to residents and businesses. No work will take place during the May Day and Whit holiday week at the end of May. Most resurfacing will take place at night, with daytime lane closures and traffic signals used where necessary. Some weekend working, both during the day and overnight, is planned to reduce the overall length of the scheme. Free parking for up to one hour will be available at Beaufort Street Car Park while the work is carried out.

The temporary traffic management has been designed to keep Crickhowell accessible for all vehicles, including daytime bus services. Powys County Council has been informed and will notify schools and local bus operators about possible travel delays during the work.

The work had originally been scheduled for February but was delayed due to design changes to a pedestrian crossing included in the scheme.

Queries about the works should be directed to Traffic Wales at 0300 123 1213 or [email protected]