Update on Salisbury's Fisherton Street Project

Inside Salisbury: Good news for Salisbury residents

by Annette J Beveridge

NEWS that the Fisherton Gateway scheme is almost complete will come as a relief to many Salisbury residents.

The project led to one-way traffic and many delays travelling into the city centre and exiting it via Castle Street. Although snagging work will continue until the end of October, two-way traffic will be restored from approximately 6pm today, (Friday, October 18).

Wiltshire Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways, Street Scene and Flooding, Councillor Nick Holder, said: “Creating vibrant, well-connected communities is a key priority for us and this scheme delivers this for Salisbury. For many, the journey into Salisbury begins at the railway station, and previously South Western Road and Fisherton Street gave a poor first impression, with narrow pavements and heavy traffic dominating the area.

“These improvements - including wider pavements, new street lighting, enhanced landscaping, upgraded street furniture, improved wayfinding and continuous footpaths at junctions to prioritise pedestrians – create a much more welcoming environment. These changes make it easier for people to navigate the city centre, encouraging visitors to spend more time in the area which will benefit the local economy.”

The project was funded by the £9 million Future High Streets Fund with the aim of revitalising public spaces and improving pedestrian areas. The Fisherton Gateway scheme is the first of two projects to complete.

Cllr Holder added: “We are aware this work has caused some disruption to local businesses and residents, and we apologise for any inconvenience caused. We are pleased to revert Fisherton Street back to two-way traffic and sincerely thank everyone for their patience as we deliver this important scheme for Salisbury.”