DRIVERS using the M56 through Cheshire are being reminded the motorway will be closed for the next two weekends The section close to Runcorn will be shut as National Highways’ 18-month, £27 million A533 bridge replacement project nears completion. The… Read More ❯
When section of M56 will be closed over next two weekends
Upcoming closures as part of the A533 (M56) Expressway bridge replacement scheme.
We plan to close the A533 Expressway, between Preston Brook and Murdishaw roundabout for two days on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 February. This is so that communication lines across the new bridge can be connected to the… Read More ❯
A533 (M56) Expressway bridge replacement – Overnight closures postponed!
A533 (M56) Expressway bridge replacement We’re replacing the existing bridge that carries the A533 Chester Road over the M56. Latest Updates 20 January 2023 M56 overnight closures postponed The full overnight closures of the M56, due to take place… Read More ❯
National Highways: Full weekend closures planned for M56 J11-12 and A533 Expressway bridge
M56 closure dates and times revealed as bridge works commence
The existing structure, which was built almost 52 years ago, is being replaced with a new 67m two-span concrete bridge (Image: National Highways) In order for bridge works to take place the M56 will close overnight, between junctions 11 and 12,… Read More ❯
A533 Expressway bridge replacement scheme update
Dear Resident, A533 Expressway bridge replacement scheme update As part of the A533 Expressway bridge replacement scheme, this letter is to update you regarding upcoming roadworks. A533 From 14 February for around four weeks, we plan to have temporary two-way… Read More ❯
New Motorway Junction Cancelled
Highways England will not be progressing plans for the M56 New Junction 11a scheme. Government assessments suggested the scheme would not provide value for money because of improved traffic flows due to recent improvements to the roundabout at junctions 12… Read More ❯
M56 – new junction 11a
Latest details of proposals for a new junction to link the M56 to the A533 at Runcorn, creating an improved link to the new Mersey Gateway bridge from the south can be found on Highways England’s website.Read More ❯
Planned M56 Motorway Closures September & October 2016
Highways England are undertaking work to the Weaver Viaduct on the M56 motorway near Frodsham These works are to replace the bridge joints and resurface the motorway. A letter from Highways England has been sent out to residents in the… Read More ❯