See the Bridgwater Dunball Roundabout upgrade progress near M5 J23 in new drone footage shared by Somerset Council.
The council got funds four years ago for this project. They received £10 million to improve the area. Rising costs created some delays. They had to move money from one part.
Work started last November and is going well. A company named CentreGreat leads the project. Many people want to see the upgraded roundabout. The new video is exciting for them.
The footage shows before and after shots of the work. The roundabout will become a ‘throughabout.’ This will help traffic flow better. It will allow easier access to the M5. A new factory worth £4 million is also coming.
The project includes better paths for walking and biking. These paths link to existing bike lanes. The new roundabout is similar to one in Yeovil. The council finished that project in 2019.
A council member talked about the importance of this work. The roundabout can get really busy at peak times. It’s hard for walkers and bikers to use right now. Improving it is important for growth.
The next road closure happens March 3 to 14. This allows them to finish more roundabout work. Drivers can still use the M5, Junction 23. They will need to follow detour signs. You can find more details on the council website. There, people can view all the plans. This will help them understand the entire project better.