The Armley Gyratory is a key junction on the Inner Ring Road to the west of Leeds city centre. It is a major entry/exit point for traffic travelling through and into the city with an estimated 100,000 vehicles passing through it daily (pre Covid-19).
In March 2021, following extensive public consultation and feedback, plans were finalised to develop and improve the key route.
In the past few months, the route has seen the removal and installation of footbridges with the new bridges constructed to the latest specifications, providing a wider bridge deck of four metres and accessible ramps.
Last week, Spence Lane, the second of three footbridges completed around the Gyratory, was transported to the route under police escort.
Here is a selection of 15 pictures showcasing how the Armley Gyratory has changed since work began...
1. Work begins on the Armley Gyratory
Armley Gyratory is an extremely busy signalised roundabout to the west of Leeds city centre. It acts as a major entry/ exit point for traffic as a key junction on the A58 (M) Leeds Inner Ring Road. | Leeds City Council Photo: Leeds City Council
2. Traffic at Armley Gyratory prior to works starting
There have been two rounds of public consultation on the proposals. Between February and April 2018, a consultation was held on the different design options, and this provided initial feedback to help inform the development of the design. | Gary Longbottom Photo: Gary Longbottom
3. Traffic at Armley Gyratory prior to works starting
A preliminary design consultation was then conducted in August and September 2019, which included two public events. This gave attendees the opportunity to listen to the proposals, find out more information from the project team and provide feedback. | Gary Longbottom Photo: Gary Longbottom
4. Road closures causing disruption
In March 2021, following extensive public consultation and feedback, plans were finalised to develop and improve the Gyratory - which prior to Covid-19 had an estimated 100,000 vehicles passing through it daily. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
5. Works to improve existing carriageway
Widening and realignment of the existing carriageway will also increase the junction’s capacity, helping to create capacity for traffic displaced from elsewhere in the city. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
6. The reason for improvements
The improvements are needed to allow traffic to flow more freely at the gyratory, as the junction currently experiences large queues of traffic at peak times, causing delays for motorists and bus users. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty