The people of Hull are expressing their frustrations about the extended delays on the A63 Castle Street project, now set to finish in 2026
Hull: The folks in Hull are pretty fed up with the delays on the A63 Castle Street project. It was supposed to wrap up in Spring 2025, but now we’re looking at Spring 2026. That’s a whole extra year of roadworks!
National Highways said they hit some unexpected ground issues near the Humber, which is why everything’s pushed back. They claim the project is still moving along well, but many locals aren’t buying it.
People are really voicing their disappointment. Tony, for instance, has been rerouting his drives and finds it a real hassle. He even called it a “b*** ache.” Ouch!
Then there are twin sisters Joan and Sandra, who think the roadworks are making Hull less attractive to visitors. Joan said it’s a letdown for the city. Others echoed that sentiment, especially those who have to navigate the roadworks regularly.
But not everyone is bothered. Anthony and Angela, who live nearby, don’t use the A63 much, so the delay isn’t a big deal for them. They just walk over the bridge instead. Still, they’re worried about other projects in the city getting delayed too.
Even their neighbor Sandy is trying to stay positive, saying it’ll all be worth it in the end. Meanwhile, Dave mentioned that heading west on the A63 is fine, but going east is where the trouble starts.
Daily commuter Mikey chimed in, saying the roadworks can double his travel time and that the closures are often poorly announced. He finds weekends particularly frustrating, calling the road a “write off” at times.
On social media, many residents weren’t surprised by the delay. Comments like “Roadworks in Hull delayed? I won’t believe that for a second” popped up, showing just how fed up people are with the situation.
