New proposal for the North Wakefield Gyratory

The North Wakefield Gateway scheme has been revamped and the official consultation is on until the 6th of August 2010

The main features of the new scheme from the councils official letter, delivered today are.

  • 2 Way traffic flow on Leeds Road,Northgate, Wentworth Street and Bond Street is retained
  • The southbound turn from Bond Street to Bell Street is provided
  • Margaret Street is opened up at St Johns Square
  • The right turn from Marsh way to Saville street is permitted
  • One way trffic on Wentworth terrace, Andrew Street  and the exit from Westfield road
  • An improved public pedestrian space provided in front of the County Hall building
  • A bus lane is provided on Leeds road and Northgate
  • Pedestrian crossings are improved
  • A long coach parking bay provided on Wentworth Street

There is a a large scale plan at the Town Hall Entrance, Lightwaves foyer and Netwon Bar foyer during July 2010.

Comments and suggestions should go transplan@wakefield.gov.uk

The consultation closes on Friday August 6th 2010

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A downloadable PDF is available here

North Wakefield Gateway Flyer