Improvements on the A78 at Wemyss Bay continues from Monday 18th March 2024

Amey, on behalf of Transport Scotland as part of the Network Management Contract for the South-West Trunk Road Unit, are undertaking essential drainage improvements on the A78 Wemyss Bay (Shore Road – Wemyss Bay Road Junction). This is a continuation of works that were previously halted in February 2024.

These drainage improvements form part of a wider package of improvement works for the area and will benefit around 11,700 vehicles using this route each day, by ensuring the continued safety and reliability of the road, while reducing the need for more extensive maintenance in the future.  
 

During this time, local traffic wishing to access Wemyss Bay Road will follow a signed diversion route that will take road users along Kishorn Road, Lomond Road, Castle Road, Undercliff Road (Private), and Wemyss Bay Road (Private). Local access to affected properties will be maintained throughout the duration of works.

Previous elements of improvements at this location since Autumn 2023 have included the widening of footways, improved and enhanced crossings at the Ardgowan Road junction, as well as the resurfacing of the mainline trunk road carriageway, carriageway surface patching at Knock Castle, and improved road linings on the A78.

Access for emergency service vehicles will be maintained throughout these works.