I would like to ensure constituents are aware of the upcoming Sutton Bank closure. Starting at 7am on Sunday 11th September and running for three weeks until 7pm on Sunday 2nd October, the work will allow for the most extensive maintenance upgrades to date.
I appreciate the impact this closure will have on Thirsk and Malton residents, businesses and visiting tourists and will follow updates closely while work is ongoing. If constituents do have any specific queries or concerns, please do contact my office.
The critical work will mean NYCC can survey the entire slope, stabilising the south hairpin bend to prevent landslips and carrying out essential maintenance on the rock face to prevent any falls, ensuring it remains structurally sound and hopefully reduce the need for longer closures in the future.
For the second year, the diversion will not follow the caravan route and instead the route will be:
• A19 south from Thirsk to York Ring Road
• east along York Ring Road to junction with A64, or
• north on A64, joining A169 to Pickering, and back onto the A170.
Access to homes on Sutton Bank will be maintained whenever possible. However, due to the nature of the works there may be times when access is restricted.
On September 21 and 22, road maintenance will also take place on the A170 Sutton Road between Felixkirk Road and Moor Lane. Access to Sutton-under-Whitestonecliffe will be maintained, but road users are being warned of delays.
