The Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP) is continuing improvement works in Barton village as part of the Barton Greenway project – which aims to enhance walking, wheeling and cycling links across Greater Cambridge.

Current works include footway widening, improved street lighting and better signage, new road surfaces and carriage way drainage, and safety features such as speed humps and raised tables at junctions. A new zebra crossing and extended 20mph speed limit will also make the village safer for everyone, particularly pedestrians and cyclists.

Jonathan Camp, senior project manager for the GCP, said: “We understand how important it is to keep Barton moving and accessible during these improvements. Signage is in place throughout the village to guide people looking to access shops and cafes in the village as we work to create a safer, greener, and more accessible village centre for everyone who lives, works, and visits Barton.”

The Parish Council is keen to reassure residents and visitors that local businesses remain open, especially over the Bank Holiday weekend.

“It’s business as usual in Barton,” said a Parish Council spokesperson. “Shops, cafes, pubs and other services are open and ready to welcome you. We encourage everyone to continue supporting our local businesses while these important improvements are underway.”

Temporary road closures and diversions are in place to ensure the safety of workers and road users. However, access to all properties and commercial premises remains open, with signage throughout the village.

Work on New Road is set to run throughout May before moving to the junction on Kings Grove and Burwash Manor where four-way lights will also stand to allow for work on carriage way kerb realignment, signage and preparations for a raised table which will help slow traffic coming into the village.

Residents can stay informed by visiting www.greatercambridge.org.uk/barton-greenway

For queries or concerns during construction, Milestone Infrastructure can be contacted 24/7 on 0800 028 1363 or by email at Greenways@milestoneinfra.co.uk.