Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Cumwhinton & Wetheral Pastures to replace the ageing metal pipework with new, more durable plastic pipes.
This work will ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers in the area, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.
The project, which is expected to last until around mid August, has been planned in collaboration with Cumberland Council. So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.
From Monday 5 January, work will be taking place in the area. To minimise disruption, this work will coincide with resurfacing works planned by Cumberland Council. The work will take place in various phases:
- From Monday 5 January, Station Road/B6263 will be closed from the junction of Townhead Court to Wetheral Pastures. This closure will be in place until around mid April
- From Monday 30 March, the same road will be closed from the junction of Wetheral Pastures to the Waterworks, this closure will be in place until around mid June
- From Tuesday 26 May, the road off Station Road/B6263 (leading to Broomfallen Road and Cumwhinton Road) will be closed until around the start of July
- From Monday 15 June, the road off Station Road/B6263 from Murray House Livery to How Croft will be closed until around the middle of July
- From Monday 29 June, Peter Gate will be close from the junction of Croft Close until around mid August
Dan Hind, Operations Lead at Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it’s vital we complete them to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply in this area.
“The majority of the work will be carried out in the street, however our engineers will need to access some homes and businesses to complete the project. Our team will be visiting customers to inform them about the work, offer help and support and put measures in place to minimise disruption.”
All local businesses will remain open as usual.
For further information about the work please contact NGN’s Customer Care Team on 0800 040 7766 or email: customercare@northerngas.co.uk.
Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.