Major northern route closed for pedestrian crossing works
A prominent road in north Aberdeen will be closed for almost three weeks as council contractors replace a pedestrian crossing, prompting warnings of significant disruption for motorists and local journeys.
The closure affects The Parkway through Bridge of Don, between the Danestone Roundabout and Buckie Farm. Works start at 04:00 on Monday 24 August and the road is scheduled to reopen at 17:00 on Friday 11 September.
"Due to replacement of the pedestrian crossing, the Parkway will be closed from 04:00 on Monday, August 24 to 17:00 on Friday, September 11. The closure will be from the Danestone Roundabout to Buckie Farm. An alternative route is via Gordon Brae, Grandholm Drive, Balgownie Drive and Balgownie Road."
— Aberdeen City Council
Who will be affected
The Parkway links several northern suburbs and provides a connection to the A92. The closure therefore has the potential to affect daily travel for residents of Bridge of Don, Danestone and Middleton Park, as well as anyone using the route to reach the A92.
While the council has set out a clear diversion, residents and motorists are being advised to allow extra time for journeys and to expect additional traffic on the alternative roads.
- Closure period: 24 August (04:00) to 11 September (17:00)
- Closed section: Danestone Roundabout to Buckie Farm on The Parkway
- Signed diversion: Gordon Brae → Grandholm Drive → Balgownie Drive → Balgownie Road
Routes and practical information
The city council's traffic update names the diversionary route that will be in place for the duration of the works. Motorists who normally use The Parkway will be routed along an alternative corridor that passes through residential and arterial streets, which could see increased volumes and longer journey times, particularly at peak periods.
Local service providers, workplaces and anyone planning trips across the north of the city during the closure period should review travel plans. The council's notice offers the route details but does not publish revised timetables for public transport or confirm any temporary bus diversions; operators will set out changes if required.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Start | 04:00, Monday 24 August |
| End (planned) | 17:00, Friday 11 September |
| Closed section | Danestone Roundabout – Buckie Farm (The Parkway) |
| Signed diversion | Gordon Brae, Grandholm Drive, Balgownie Drive, Balgownie Road |
Local context and likely consequences
The Parkway is a busy link in the north of the city, used by commuters, school runs and people accessing local shops and services. Disruption of this length over a principal route is likely to concentrate traffic onto the diversion roads and other nearby routes. Residents have previously told local media that even short works on key roads can have a pronounced effect on journey times across Bridge of Don and adjacent communities.
Aberdeen City Council’s decision to carry out the crossing replacement with a full closure — rather than phased or overnight works exclusively — indicates the work will be substantial enough to require uninterrupted access by contractors. The council’s update does not give a detailed timetable of daily working hours beyond the overall start and finish times, nor does it provide an estimate of likely additional journey times along the diversion.
The council and contractors are responsible for signing the diversion clearly and for managing traffic flow around the work site. Road users are urged to follow the temporary traffic signs and to take care in the vicinity of the diversion routes, where drivers, pedestrians and cyclists may be using narrower or busier streets.
Further updates, including any changes to the programme, are expected to be published by Aberdeen City Council and local traffic information channels as the start date approaches.
For those who plan to travel through the Bridge of Don area during the closure dates, early planning and allowing extra time for journeys will help to reduce disruption.
