Weybridge Town Centre Improvements Due To Be Finished In December

Town centre road works

The latest round of Weybridge town centre upgrades began on 23 October 2025 and will continue until December. This marks a significant step towards completing the long-running improvement programme. 

Works Delivered in Three Phases

At this stage, the works are focused on the Monument Hill/Monument Green Junction area, as it’s been a pinch point for traffic, pedestrians, and cyclists for several years.

The other phases of the works are as follows:

  1. Widening the pedestrian crossing at Monument Green and refurbishing the traffic lights.
  2. Widening pavements and resurfacing the road at the Monument Green and Thames Street junction.
  3. Repairing pavements on the south side of High Street between Diggers Lane and No. 15 High Street (these works are already complete). 

To keep the site safe, several temporary measures are in place. Monument Hill car park will remain closed throughout. Plus, partial lane closures are active along the A317, and Thames Street is currently inaccessible from the A317. 

A temporary pedestrian crossing is in use during Phase 1, and an overnight closure of the A317 High Street/Monument Hill is scheduled from 4 to 5 December.

These works form part of Surrey County Council’s wider plan to make Weybridge more accessible, safer for walking and cycling, and easier to navigate during busy periods.

A Better Town Centre for Leisure

As pavements widen, crossings improve, and pedestrian routes become easier to navigate, the town centre is sure to become more attractive and comfortable. This is particularly true for dining, shopping, and community events. Additionally, local businesses are likely to benefit as footfall patterns stabilise and the area becomes more appealing.

While local dining and shopping remain central to Weybridge’s social life, digital habits increasingly shape leisure time too. People use their phones for everything from audio apps to mobile casino sites for quick sessions during breaks or travel. 

As the town centre becomes a more enjoyable place to spend time in, that mix of offline and online leisure will naturally continue.

Completed Works Already Making a Difference

Several improvements were delivered earlier in the programme and have already helped ease congestion while improving safety. 

At the Monument Hill/Baker Street junction, new yellow box markings introduced in May 2024 have improved traffic flow during peak hours. A new zebra crossing on Queens Road, completed in August 2024, has made school drop-offs safer for families. 

Meanwhile, a raised table at the Bridge Road/Old Wharf Way junction has encouraged slower driving and improved visibility for pedestrians.

These early outcomes give residents a sense of what the full programme aims to achieve. Namely, a town centre that prioritises safer movement and reduces the dominance of short car trips.

What’s Coming Next Year: Road Safety, Cycling & Better Public Spaces

There are also upcoming works which are likely to begin in 2026. Key improvements will include:

  • New zebra crossings and a raised junction table at the Portmore Park Road/Balfour Road roundabout.
  • A contraflow cycle lane on Old Wharf Way.

These changes aim to make cycling more practical and safe for shorter local trips.

The footway on Church Street will also be widened and enhanced with seating, planters, new lighting, and a repositioned zebra crossing. This will be better aligned with pedestrian routes from the High Street. 

On top of that, bollards will be installed on Old Wharf Way to address concerns about driver behaviour. Plus, the council is exploring the possibility of introducing 20mph limits in selected areas near schools.

Managing Traffic and Keeping Residents Informed

Traffic management continues to be carefully planned to minimise disruption. However, delays are expected at peak times. To help residents plan ahead, they’ll receive letters ahead of major changes, and updates will be posted on local signage.

It should also be noted that over 600 people contributed feedback during public consultations, which has shaped the proposals now being rolled out. 

Local planning updates are continuing across the area, too. For example, the NHS shared progress on the revised application for the new Weybridge Health Campus, which has been approved.