Resurfacing works to get underway on King Arthur's Way

Hampshire county councillor for Andover West Chris Donnelly said King Arthur’s Way will be fully resurfaced from August 17 to 25.

The work will take place overnight between 8 pm and 6 am to minimise disruption, particularly to nearby Knights Enham School.

Cllr Donnelly said: "Residents in King Arthur’s Way have been clear that they want the road resurfaced - they’re right.

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"I promised that if I was re-elected I would get it done for them, and I’m pleased to say that a full resurfacing is now happening between August 17 and 25, during the school holidays so it’s less disruptive to Knights Enham School.

"Local residents will receive letters and access will be maintained where possible, with the closure being between 2000-0600 each night.

"The bus service should be unaffected during the day.

"I know this has been a long time coming and thank you for bearing with me whilst I pestered literally everyone I could at County Hall."

The announcement follows longstanding concerns raised by Knights Enham Schools about the condition of the road, which runs directly past the site and is used daily by pupils, staff, buses, and residents.

Executive headteacher Daniel Whitehouse previously described the situation as "getting out of hand", warning that potholes, uneven surfaces, and poor repairs were creating safety risks, particularly during busy drop-off and pick-up times.

He said: "We’ve raised concerns with the council for years and, if anything has been done, it’s only been short-term fixes.

"I just feel that with it being outside a school – just like outside a hospital or a fire station – it should surely be a priority.

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"It’s getting so unsafe."

Staff also raised concerns for wheelchair users and parents with buggies after drivers swerved around potholes.

Administrative officer Joanna Trace said previously that the defects had worsened over time, with some potholes "the size of dinner plates", adding that past repairs had left raised areas that became trip hazards.

Hampshire County Council had earlier confirmed the road was under assessment for resurfacing, with engineers reviewing its condition.

The upcoming works mark a significant step forward in addressing the concerns, with the timing during school holidays expected to reduce disruption for families and staff.

Residents are expected to get more details before work begins.