Works to improve safety of London’s ‘most dangerous junction’
Works to improve the safety of London’s most dangerous junction for cyclists are due to begin at the end of the month.
Transport for London (TfL) will start to install new safety measures at Lambeth Bridge on January 30.
Improvements include replacing the un-signalised roundabouts at either end of Lambeth Bridge with signal-controlled junctions.
TfL recorded 31 collisions at the roundabouts between September 1, 2021 and August 31, 2024.
Of these incidents, 22 took place at Lambeth Bridge’s northern junction making it the most dangerous junction in the capital in terms of cycle collisions, TfL said.
Other improvements include the addition of a cycle lane on the bridge itself and new signalised pedestrian crossings to improve pedestrian safety and access.
It will connect to the existing Cycleway 8 route on the north side of the bridge and Cycleway 5 on the south, improving cycling journeys towards Battersea, Waterloo and beyond.
The Grade II listed structure also requires urgent maintenance, including waterproofing, bridge deck repairs and replacing temporary security measures with permanent measures.
TfL will complete these works at the same time to reduce the need to close the bridge at a future date.
From January 30, until December 15, 2025, there will be a series of full and partial closures to enable the works to take place.
There will be restrictions for drivers during this period and segregated cycle lanes will be in place across the bridge.
Roads in the surrounding area and alternative nearby routes across the river are expected to be busier than usual, the rail network warned.
TfL is encouraging Londoners to consider alternative transport options, and for drivers to use alternative river crossings where possible.
Julie Lewington, TfL’s head of projects and programmes, said: “These changes will play a vital role in reducing danger at this key junction.
“We’d like to thank Londoners for their patience while these works are taking place and would encourage drivers to use alternative crossings where possible.”
Pictured top: Lambeth Bridge (Picture: TfL)