These essential works are designed to areas of uneven road surface caused by the clay soil under the road. While this resurfacing is not a permanent long‑term solution, it will significantly improve driving quality and safety for road users while longer-term options continue to be explored.
The works will take place in a series of phases between 1 June and 21 July 2026, covering multiple sections in both the London‑bound and coast‑bound directions.
The timing of these major works has been carefully planned to avoid conflicts with other National Highways work taking place in the area and to ensure they are completed ahead of the school summer holidays, helping to minimise disruption to drivers as much as possible.
These essential works are designed to areas of uneven road surface caused by the clay soil under the road.
To ensure the works can be carried out safely, night-time road closures will be required while resurfacing takes place. All closures will be clearly signed, and road users are advised to allow extra time for their journeys and follow diversion routes where necessary.
Once the resurfacing works are completed and it is safe to do so, the temporary speed restrictions currently in place will be removed and the road will return to the national speed limit of 70mph.
“These resurfacing works will make a meaningful difference to driving conditions and help keep people safe.”
Peter Osborne, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, said: “The A299 is a vital route for residents, businesses and visitors travelling to and from east Kent. These resurfacing works will make a meaningful difference to driving conditions and help keep people safe.
“We recognise the inconvenience road closures can cause, which is why these works are being carefully phased and carried out overnight wherever possible. Thank you to everyone for their patience while we carry out these essential improvements.”
These works will help restore a smoother, more reliable road surface across key stretches of the Thanet Way, ensuring the route remains safe and serviceable while longer-term solutions are developed.
Programme of works
The following are subject to weather and operational conditions:
| Location | Date |
|---|---|
| A299 London bound (Eddington Interchange to Clapham Hill) | 1 to 18 June 2026 |
| A299 Coast bound (Clapham Hill to Eddington Interchange) | 18 June to 3 July 2026 |
| A299 Coast bound (Herne Bay off-slip) | 3 to 9 July 2026 |
| A299 Coast bound (Herne Bay on-slip) | 10 to 11 July 2026 |
| A299 Coast bound (Eddington to St Nicholas at Wade) | 13 to 14 July 2026 |
| A299 London bound (St Nicholas at Wade to Eddington) | 14 to 17 July and 17 to 21 July 2026 |
Although the Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) connected with these works is valid for up to 18 months, this does not mean the road will be closed continuously for that period.
The extended TTRO provides the legal flexibility to deliver the works safely in a series of shorter, planned phases and allows for any unforeseen changes, such as adverse weather or programme adjustments, without the need to issue multiple separate orders. Road closures will only be in place during the specific dates outlined above.
