Rake Lane

Project Overview

Rainton Construction was appointed by Capita to deliver road improvement works at Rake Lane incorporating a new cycle priority system. Surfacing was undertaken by our in-house team using materials provided by Tynedale Roadstone. All markings were designed according to the Traffic Signs Manual 2019.

North Tyneside Council secured funds from the Government’s Active Travel Fund (ATF), which supports local authorities in improving cycling and walking facilities along key commuter routes.

Scope of Works

The scope of works was as follows:

• Roundabout proposals were developed to provide safe cycle movements at a junction that will link to proposed improvement works along Rake Lane and New York Bypass 3.
• Segregated cycle circulatory through junction.
• Roundabout approaches reduced from 2 lanes to 1 lane in line with LTN 1/20.
• Parallel crossings in line with LTN 1/20.
• Cycle facilities designed in line with LTN 1/20.
• Roundabout circulatory to remain 4.5m to enable large vehicle movements.
• Cycle circulatory to be 2.5m wide to enable maintenance.

Summary

Works were completed on time and within budget, to the satisfaction of the client. We were delighted to be part of this innovative and ambitious scheme which makes it easier and safer for people to use sustainable forms of transport.