Barnsley Council's Cabinet is being asked to approve the next stage of a major scheme to improve the A633/A635 corridor and Stairfoot roundabout, one of the borough's most congested routes.
The scheme focuses on Stairfoot roundabout and the surrounding A633 and A635 routes, including Grange Lane, Doncaster Road, Wombwell Lane, Hunningley Lane and Bleachcroft Way. It aims to reduce congestion, improve journey times and make it safer and easier for people to walk, cycle, use public transport and drive through the area.
What the scheme will do
The improvements are expected to benefit around 50,000 vehicle journeys each day by increasing capacity and reducing delays at Stairfoot roundabout and along the A633/A635 corridor. The scheme will also improve links to the Trans Pennine Trail, supporting more active and sustainable ways to travel.
The scheme is part of a wider package of transport improvements across Barnsley and South Yorkshire, funded through the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement.
Next steps
Cabinet is being asked to approve the next stage of work, including the use of compulsory purchase powers if needed, so the scheme can stay on track. If approved, detailed design, procurement and preparatory work will continue. Construction is expected to begin once the next stages of the programme are complete, with the scheme currently expected to be completed by March 2028.
Councillor Paul Kelly, Cabinet Spokesperson for Environment and Highways, said: "We know Stairfoot is one of the busiest and most challenging parts of Barnsley's road network, and people have been clear that they want to see improvements. This scheme is about investing in long-term improvements that will support residents, businesses and everyone travelling through the area."
