Temporary traffic management arrangements will be implemented at Aberdeen beach from Monday 12 May to allow crucial works on the beachfront regeneration project.
A phased series of restrictions will enable new utility services on the project site to be safely connected to the city’s utility infrastructure network under the surrounding roads and paths.
These works have been planned to keep disruption to a minimum and will be completed before the school summer holiday break. The restrictions will be as follows:
- Monday 12 May to Wednesday 4 June: Links Road southbound at Beach Boulevard will be closed. There will be a left turn from Beach Boulevard northbound and a left turn only from Links Road northbound
- Thursday 5 June to Friday 6 June: Links Road between the Beach Boulevard and Cotton Street will be closed both ways
- Monday 9 June to Wednesday 11 June: Links Road at the Beach Ballroom will be closed both ways
- Thursday 12 June to Friday 29 June: Links Road at the Beach Ballroom will have parking restrictions and a footpath closure
- Monday 30 June to Friday 4 July: The Esplanade from the Beach Boulevard to Innoflate will have parking restrictions and two-way traffic lights at times
Sign posted diversions via the Esplanade/Links Road and/or the Beach Boulevard will be in place for the duration of the works.
Access to all local businesses and premises will remain throughout the works and all car parks can be accessed via the diversions.
The works are part of a £50 million redevelopment to make the beach area a must-visit destination. The improvements include a class-leading beach park, a large events field and the enhancement of the Broadhill.
The beach regeneration is part of a £150 million commitment by Aberdeen City Council towards the City Centre and Beachfront Masterplan. Work is underway on streetscape improvements for the Union Street Central area and a new market building. Work will also begin in the summer on a public realm upgrade for the historic Castlegate.
