A BUSY B-road is set to see huge improvements after a resurfacing scheme set to start on Sunday 12.

The B1249 from Foxholes to Staxton Hill willl be resurfaced and North Yorkshire County Council will also be carrying out kerbing works and essential annual maintenance.

READ MORE: Region home to some of the most buried treasure in the country – data shows

The work is set to be carried out from 8pm on Sunday to 6am on the Monday, and due to the nature of the works a full road closure will be in operation.

Councillor Janet Sanderson, local member, said: "It’s clear that the B1249, particularly at Staxton Hill, has deteriorated over the last few years.

“We are now in a position to carry out these essential improvements which need to be completed before the winter weather takes hold.

“These repairs will ensure that this well used route will continue to serve local residents, businesses and those road users travelling from further afield.”

A signed diversion will be in place along the B1253 to Bridlington, the A165 north towards Filey and the A1039 via Muston to Staxton and the A64.

Cllr Sanderson added: “We are urging all road users to follow the signed diversion route rather than attempting to use narrow, unsuitable rural roads.

READ MORE: Region could see mini HEATWAVE this week with 26c temperatures - Met Office say

"We apologise for any inconvenience these essential works will cause but ask the public for their patience and please allow extra time for your journey.”

------

Keep up to date with all the latest news on our website, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

You can also follow our dedicated North Yorkshire Facebook page for all the latest in the area by clicking here.

For all the top news updates from right across the region straight to your inbox, sign up to our newsletter here.

Have you got a story for us? Contact our newsdesk on newsdesk@nne.co.uk or contact 01325 505054