Project Overview
Breheny Civil Engineering is delivering improvements to the Badsell Road (B2017) and Maidstone Road (B2160) junction on behalf of Kent County Council.
The scheme will support the growth of Paddock Wood as three nearby housing developments bring around 1,000 new homes to the area, while increasing junction capacity, helping to ease congestion and improving the way people travel through and around the junction.
What's changing?
🚗 Increased junction capacity
Badsell Road will be realigned and widened to provide two approach lanes at the Maidstone Road junction, helping accommodate future traffic growth and improve traffic flow.
🚶 Better walking and cycling connections
Existing walking and cycling routes will be improved, including a widened footway along Badsell Road, a new shared footway and cycle route connecting to the new housing development and Public Right of Way WT268, and improvements along Maidstone Road.
🚦 Improved crossings and traffic signals
New traffic signals will be introduced at the junction, alongside improved pedestrian crossing facilities and a new crossing on Badsell Road.
💧 Enhanced drainage and flood management
New flood mitigation basins and an underground storage area will help manage water flow and support the long-term resilience of the area.
🌳 New landscaping and planting
The completed scheme will include new landscaping and tree planting, helping to enhance the local environment and replace trees affected by the works.
When is the work happening?
Construction is programmed to begin on 7 September 2026, with completion expected in late Spring 2027.
How will we minimise disruption?
Some temporary traffic management will be needed while we construct the improvements, including lane closures and, at certain stages, road closures. These measures allow us to carry out the works safely within a busy and constrained junction.
We'll plan each phase carefully, making the best possible use of any closures by coordinating activities and completing as much work as practicable while traffic management is in place. This approach will help us minimise the duration and frequency of closures and avoid unnecessary disruption wherever possible.
We'll keep local residents, businesses and road users informed throughout the works, with regular progress updates and advance notice of significant traffic management changes.
Explore the IMPROVEMENT Scheme
Click the image below to enlarge and explore the proposed junction layout, walking and cycling improvements, drainage features and landscaping enhancements.
Latest Project Updates
Stay informed about the latest Badsell Road Junction Improvement Scheme milestones and progress.
Public Information Notice 06 - Badsell Road Diversion Route Update
Maidstone Road (B2160) near the Esso petrol station has reopened following the emergency water main closure. The existing Badsell Road diversion route will remain in place until the road reopens. Weather permitting, we anticipate reopening by the end of the working day on Friday 30 October. Residents can continue to access Mascalls Park via Maidstone Road (B2160). Any changes to these arrangements will be communicated in advance.
Public Information Notice 05 - Update on Weekend Works, 24th-25th October 2026
Weekend surfacing works scheduled for 24–25 October have been postponed due to unforeseen delays to BT’s utility diversion works and poor weather conditions. The Badsell Road closure will remain in place as the road is not safe to reopen to vehicles or pedestrians. Please continue to follow the signed diversion route.
October 2026 Update: Public Information Notice 04 – Emergency Change to Badsell Road Diversion Route
Due to an emergency water main leak, Maidstone Road near the Esso petrol station and Foresters Arms pub is closed, and the Badsell Road diversion route has been changed to use the A21 and A228. Please follow the updated diversion signs. We aim to revert to the original diversion routes as soon as Maidstone Road reopens, and will provide a further update once the repair timescale is confirmed.
October 2026 Update: Public Information Notice 03 – Weekend Surfacing Works, 24th–25th October
Further information for residents about the planned weekend surfacing works as part of the current Badsell Road closure on Saturday 24th to Sunday 25th October. This provides advance warning of the working hours and potential noise during surfacing works, while explaining how completing the works during the existing closure will help minimise further disruption as the scheme progresses.
October 2026 Update: Progress, Key Dates & What's Ahead
An update on construction progress and the next stages of the scheme, including progress with site preparation, improvements to temporary traffic management, upcoming UKPN diversion works and the key dates for works taking place throughout October, including the planned Badsell Road closure from Monday 19th to Friday 30th October 2026.
Get in Touch
If you'd like to get in touch about the project, please contact Emma Bates, Public Liaison Officer. Emma is available to help with questions from local residents, businesses and stakeholders and will ensure your enquiry reaches the right member of the project team.
badsellroad@breheny.co.uk
PHONE
07976 367359 (09:00 to 17:00 Mon-Fri)
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