A £260,000 improvement scheme will soon get underway along Horbling Lane, between Main Road (A16) and East Fen Lane/Midville Lane, as Lincolnshire County Council invests in a brand-new pedestrian pathway to replace the existing one that has reached the end of its serviceable life.
Starting on Monday 27 October, the project will see the complete reconstruction of the current footway and vehicular accesses, alongside upgraded pedestrian crossing points. The works are expected to take around four months to complete, finishing by Tuesday 18 February 2026, weather permitting.
Work will take place Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 5.30pm, with no weekend activity planned at this stage.
To minimise disruption, most of the scheme will be carried out under temporary traffic lights. However, a particularly narrow stretch near East Fen Drain will require a full road closure for approximately five weeks. During this period, access for residents will be maintained, with on-site operatives available to assist where needed.
A signed diversion route will guide motorists via Main Road (A16), Main Road Toynton All Saints, Eastville Road Toynton St Peter, Fen Road Toynton St Peter, Spilsby Road Eastville, Fodderdyke Bank and Midville Road.
Once complete, the new and improved footway will provide a safer, more durable route for pedestrians and better access for vehicles along Horbling Lane. Advance notice boards will be put up ahead of the works, and letters will be sent to local residents with further details.
This investment marks another step in Lincolnshire’s ongoing commitment to improving infrastructure and enhancing safety for both pedestrians and drivers.
Karen Cassar, assistant director of Highways at LCC, said: “I am delighted that we are able to bring in this improvement for Stickney.
“The current path is past its best and needs replacing. It has naturally got to the end of its life cycle and we’re investing into this works scheme so that those who use this route can continue to do so safely.
“These works will cost around £260,000 to deliver including rebuilding crossing points and vehicular access along the route, to make things better for those in the area.
“This improvement is another part of our ongoing footpath uplift across the county and because of the nature of the work on this site – especially where the road narrows up to East Fen Drain – we have to put a diversion route using like-for-like roads in place. This is for the safety of road users and the crew.
“I would like to thank everyone effected for their patience and understanding whilst we are delivering the programme of work for Stickney.”
