The second phase of bridge maintenance works on Crossway, Thamesmead begins on 27 May 2008 and will result in diversions on a number of bus routes.

The works are being carried out by Tilfen Land, a local developer.

They are expected to last three months and will affect routes 177, 229, 401, 472, 601, 602 and N1.

These will be diverted as follows:

  • Buses from Thamesmead will follow the northern arm of Crossway to the Summerton Way roundabout, where they will double back, returning along the northern arm of Crossway to Carlyle Road
  • From the Carlyle Road/Bentham Road roundabout all routes will continue with their journey as usual
  • Buses travelling in the other direction (towards Thamesmead) will follow the same diversion in reverse

Due to these diversions, buses will be unable to serve the stops located on the southern arm of Crossway.

Passengers are advised to check posters on local bus stops for more information about the diversions.

These arrangements ensure that residents around Crossway continue to be served as effectively as possible while maintaining through buses for all other users.

Other parts of the routes are unaffected.

Notes to editors:

The first phase of works on Crossway began on 10 March 2008 and involved maintenance on the Eastern bridge
  • The second phase will begin on 27 May 2008 and involve works on the Southern bridge
  • For more information on the maintenance works along Crossway contact Tilfen Land on 01322 528580
  • The Crossway works will continue to impact on bus services in the area over the coming months. Transport for London will continue to provide information on any diversions