Botley Bypass

A scheme for a new bypass for Botley

Last update: June 2026

Spring Traffic Management
All businesses remain open as usual throughout construction of Botley Bypass.

Southern Gateway: Woodhouse Lane Partial Closure (Northbound Only: from Maypole Roundabout to Pavilion Road) – June 2026 to Early Spring 2027

Works will begin on Woodhouse Lane on Monday 22 June to widen the carriageway, complete the new footway and cycleway, and install drainage and utility connections.

To enable the works:

  • A lane closure will be in place between Maypole Roundabout and Pavilion Road
  • This section will operate as a one-way route
  • There will be no access to Woodhouse Lane from Maypole Roundabout
  • A signed diversion route will be in place. The diversion route in place is suitable for all vehicles including HGV's

The closure is expected to remain until early spring 2027. These works are a key part of the wider Botley Bypass project.

Current construction of A334 and A3051

(A334 and A3051 on completion of phased road closures)

One.Network is used for logging road permits ahead of works. Dates may change unavoidably and confirmed dates may not be reflected. Please refer to the Botley Bypass scheme webpage for the latest timings and durations.

Latest drone footage

A334/A3051 - May 2026 Phased Road Closures – Completed

Works along the A3051 have now been completed, with the road reopening as planned in the early hours of Monday 1 June. A new road layout is now in place, including a relocated mini roundabout.

Botley Bypass: Bridge Beams Installation – Completed

See ariel photos of the crane in operation capturing the scale and coordination involved in the lift.

Woodhouse Lane Shared Use Footway – Works completed.

Works completed on schedule on Friday 29 May.

Photo on left shows recreation ground prior to works, photo on right shows shared use footpath installed

(Photo on left shows recreation ground prior to works, photo on right shows shared use footpath installed)

The full Botley Bypass opens in late Summer 2027.

Visit the fly-through visual to see the full scheme

Please be advised that site presence may vary depending on the programme and third party activities. Please allow more time for your journeys during the delivery of this scheme.

Progress Footage and Seasonal Blogs

April 2026 – drone footage
March 2026 - drone footage
February 2026 - drone footage
January 2026 - drone footage
December - drone footage
November - drone footage
October - drone footage
September - drone footage
Autumn Blog
August - drone footage
July 2025 - drone footage
Summer Ecology and Environmental Blog

Frequently Asked Questions

Please read the FAQs.

Scheme Background and Woodhouse Lane Information

To find out more information about the scheme background and Woodhouse Lane.

Botley Findings Report

The Botley Village Findings Report summarises key findings from the feedback survey which took place from 3 February 2025 to 23 March 2025. This was an opportunity for local residents and businesses to provide their views on the proposed improvement scheme. You can still read the information pack (Microsoft Sway document).

Roadworks and Travel Advice

One Network - roadworks information and updates for the UK

My Journey - travel information and travel advice choices in Hampshire

Contact us
Address
Universal Services
Hampshire County Council
The Castle
Winchester
SO23 8UD