Working closely with GW Highways, Kent County Council is helping to bring smoother roads, safer routes and more reliable everyday journeys to local communities. These upgrades are already making a noticeable difference for residents travelling to work, school or around their local area.
Several projects have already been completed during January and February.
The newly resurfaced Thames Way in Gravesend
Thames Way, Gravesend – Improving a busy Town Centre route
In Gravesend, crews have completed 1km of resurfacing on Thames Way, renewing 11,000m² of road surface - roughly the size of 1.5 football pitches. This important stretch through the town centre now has a durable new surface.
The A20 London Road in West Kingsdown now has a new surface
A20 London Road, West Kingsdown – A fresh surface for a well‑used route
In West Kingsdown, 1.5 miles of the A20 London Road have been resurfaced, improving 31,000m² of road - about twice the length of The Mall in London.
The A20 London Road in Maidstone has also been resurfaced
A20 London Road, Maidstone – Making road improvements more sustainable
On the Maidstone stretch of the A20 London Road, a trial looking at a more environmentally friendly resurfacing method was used. By reusing the old road surface, 60% of the new asphalt is made from recycled material (the existing road that was there). This approach:
- Reduces the need for newly quarried stone and bitumen
- Cuts carbon emissions by around 40% per tonne
- Requires no additional energy to produce
- Performs just as reliably as traditional asphalt, even in winter.
It’s a step towards lowering the environmental impact of road maintenance while keeping quality high.
Quantock Drive in Ashford has been resurfaced
Quantock Drive, Ashford – A helpful upgrade for the local community
In Ashford, work was completed on 550m of Quantock Drive, improving 4,000m² of road. This residential stretch has been refreshed to support reliable daily trips for people living in the area.
The A2027 Bough Beech Road in Hever has been resurfaced
B2027 Bough Beech Road, Hever – Enhancing a key rural route
The rural B2027 Bough Beech Road in Hever has also been resurfaced. Crews have renewed 1km of road, upgrading 6,500m² - around the size of 25 tennis courts. This helps keep this important countryside route in good condition for those travelling through the area.
A positive start to the year
These improvements show how much work is already underway to keep Kent’s roads in good condition. Residents are already benefiting from safer, more reliable and better‑quality routes, and there is plenty more to come as the programme continues throughout 2026.
Thank you to everyone for their patience while these essential works have taken place and keep an eye out for our newsletter and social media [ADD LINKS] to see where our crews will be throughout the year.
