Yarborough Hill Embankment repairs - September 2026 update

Yarborough Embankment Lincoln - Sept 2026

An overview of progress on the Yarborough Hill embankment repair project.

What we achieved in August

  • Completed new groundwater drainage in the park
  • Completed Southern section of earthworks
  • Started on Northern section of earthworks
  • Completed new block retaining wall
  • Started new footpath works in the park

What’s happening in September

  • Carry out road reconstruction along Yarborough Road
  • Complete earthworks and construction of new footways
  • Construct new fencing
  • Reinstall streetlights

Current/ongoing traffic restrictions and closures

  • Layby permanently closed
  • Narrowed lanes and temporary traffic signals when required throughout the project

Upcoming traffic restrictions and closures

  • Night-time road closure from 7pm to 6am on Yarborough Road, weekday evenings only, from early September


 

Published: 1st September 2026