Road Plan to keep West Berkshire on the move

West Berkshire Council has approved its ambitious 2025/26 Highway Improvement Programme (HIP) which will significantly improve the condition of our roads by resurfacing almost 65km of roads, doubling the number of schemes compared to previous years. This programme will invest extensively in roads, infrastructure, drainage, and sustainable transport, all funded through the Council's Capital Programme.

This ambitious programme enhances roads, drainage and transport networks, making our district more resilient to climate change. These improvements will benefit residents, businesses and visitors across West Berkshire and reflect our commitment to creating a safer, greener and more efficient transport network for all

Councillor Stuart Gourley, Executive Member for the Environment and Highways

Key highlights include:

• £12m investment in highway resurfacing - £4m more than 2024/25 - covering major routes like the B4009 Long Lane, A4 Woolhampton, A329 south of Streatley and A339 near Newbury
• £1.7m for drainage and flood risk improvements, nearly doubling last year's funding, with works at Burghfield Bridge, Paices Hill in Aldermaston and Membury Industrial Estate.
• Increased funding for white line maintenance (£300k), footpath improvements (£400k) and pothole repairs (£400k).
• £1.6m for active travel initiatives to promote walking and cycling, and further rollout of 20mph zones, involving Town and Parish Councils.
• Investments in Theale Station (£3.5m) and bus services (£1m), alongside £1m for expanding electric vehicle charge points.