Pork Pie Way - The new £131 million distribution road in Melton Mowbray is now open.
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The North East Melton Mowbray Distributor Road will fully open to traffic from today (18 May), with the new route – now named Pork Pie Way.
The £131m, 4.5-mile road runs from the A606 Nottingham Road near St Bartholomew’s Way around the eastern edge of Melton Mowbray to the A606 near Burton Lazars.
It is designed to reduce congestion in the town centre, improve journey reliability and support future housing and economic growth. The scheme also includes new walking and cycling routes.
Delivered by Galliford Try on behalf of Leicestershire County Council, the scheme marks the completion of the council’s largest ever highways project.
Some minor works will continue off‑carriageway following opening including operational monitoring to be completed in line with standard highways practice.
Drivers are asked to take care and follow signage as the route opens.
The name "Pork Pie Way"
Was chosen by local residents in a decisive public vote, Leicestershire County Council’s road will be known as Pork Pie Way. The bold and distinctive name celebrates Melton Mowbray’s world-famous food heritage and its identity as the Rural Capital of Food.
Nearly 4,000 people took part in the poll, with the winning name receiving overwhelming public backing, making the reveal a proud and memorable moment for the town.
Roads and Buses Minister, Simon Lightwood MP, said: “I was absolutely delighted to be in Melton Mowbray today to mark the opening of Pork Pie Way – a name that embraces the history and heritage of the town – which has been backed by nearly £50 million in government investment.
"It’s a proud moment that puts Melton Mowbray firmly on the map, while creating a road that will support new jobs, homes, and opportunities for years to come.”
Total votes: 3,968
Pork Pie Way - 2,563 (65%)
Wolds Way - 286 (7%)
Lazars Way - 256 (6%)
Farrier Way - 229 (6%)
River Eye Road - 174 (4%)
Military Way - 167 (4%)
Veteran Road - 130 (3%)
Victory Road - 104 (3%)
Wreake Road - 59 (2%)
For more information on the history of the Melton Mowbray Distributor Road, visit the webpage.
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