Thurston Fishwick Corner, near Bury St Edmunds, to undergo improvements in September, Bloor Homes confirm

A developer has confirmed that improvements to a road junction - the site of repeated accidents - will start in September

Bloor Homes will first set up the developer’s compound near Fishwick Corner, Thurston, on Monday July 8 to start initial infrastructure and enabling works works.

It will then begin the work in full, at the end of September.

Fishwick corner has caused constant concern for residents and motorists where there has been repeated accidents over recent years. They have dubbed the junction ‘lethal’.

The work to build a staggered junction is part of a plan to build 210 new homes, by the developer, and will come first.

A spokesperson from Bloor Homes said: “We remain committed to providing the upgraded junction at Fishwick Corner in line with the approved planning permission as a priority, and prior to the superstructure of the new homes being built.

“We can now confirm that the anticipated start date for works to the junction is the end of September which will last approximately 14 weeks.

“Meanwhile, from Monday July 8, we will be setting up our compound at the site and starting on-site infrastructure and enabling works.”

In addition, the developer also anticipates works to the Southern access in September, which will last approximately four weeks.

Works to the Beyton Road access is not due to start until early 2025 and will last around six weeks, while works to Pokeriage Corner are expected to be completed prior to the 50th occupation.

Finally, Bloor Homes is also coordinating with Thurston Parish Council to ensure the works to Barton Road Roundabout take place during school holidays at a future date.

These are on target to be completed prior to the 100th home occupation.

The spokesperson added: “We are working to a schedule of works but at this point they could be subject to third party agreements and road space bookings in order to to align with any other Highways Works within the area to minimise disruption.

“We will keep all parties informed of any changes.”

Bloor Homes is building 210 number of new homes including 73 affordable homes at Thurston.