The eagerly awaited link road connecting Hedge End to Fair Oak, named The Avenue, is set to open this Summer.
This 1.2-mile stretch will connect Burnetts Lane (south) to Allington Lane (north), featuring shared footways, cycle routes, and future bus connections, along with additional trees as part of our ecology-inspired ‘infrastructure first’ approach.Key Features
- Includes 5 bridges - 3 linked with the road and 2 for pedestrians and cyclists - complete with mammal tunnels and bee bricks 🐝
- The road was built first, not only to connect the new homes as part of the build (which is quite unusual) but to help with local traffic flow and construction traffic 🧱
- Over 10 kilometers of cycleway & footpaths connecting people to the surrounding areas, future schools and facilities 🚶🚲
During construction, 16,500 cubic meters of earth was excavated and repurposed on-site - a volume 53 times the height of London’s Shard! This cut down lorry trips and reduced the environmental footprint.
The road also boasts sustainable drainage systems (SUDS) with ponds and natural methods to manage rainfall, control surface water, and reduce flooding risks - a win for the environment and the community.
Luddon Construction is adding the finishing touches to ensure this new link road is safe, efficient, and ready for all users. The plan is to complete the work by early March and open after any remedial work is completed, which could be a couple of weeks.
Stay tuned for the grand opening!