Roadworks - Forfar and Kirriemuir from January 2026

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We will be carrying out road and pavement repairs in Forfar and Kirriemuir town centres early in the New Year.

Work in Forfar will be done throughout most of January 2026, while the work in Kirriemuir will happen during all of January and February.

Because we know this work will have a significant impact on residents, businesses and the wider public, we are providing this dedicated Engage Angus webpage to provide information and updates about both of these essential road and pavement repairs.

First, you'll find information about the Forfar roadworks, and then details on the work at Kirriemuir further down the page.

After that, we have included some general information, about public transport, taxis and where to find more details on recommended diversions.

This page is where we'll provide information and any updates as work progresses. Businesses requiring support can also contact Invest@angus.gov.uk and we will be happy to speak to them.


Forfar Roadworks:

Scheduled to start from Monday 12 January, these roadworks will be in Castle Street and The Cross, with some repairs to the pavement in Castle Street too. Local businesses chose this time of year as it was the least disruptive to their trade.

Work, carried out by Tayside Contracts, will be completed in three phases to try to minimise town centre disruption. The planned completion date, weather and any unforeseen circumstances permitting, is Friday 6 February.

We’ve included photographs of the current condition of the town centre roads and footways on this page. They make clear the need for these essential repairs and we appreciate your understanding for any inconvenience.

Work in Forfar carried out in three phases:

As mentioned the work in Forfar town centre will be done in three phases. The details are highlighted on this Forfar roadworks map and details of associated traffic/pedestrian management and restrictions are provided below:

Phase 1 (from Monday 12 January)

Road closed between Canmore Street and Queen Street, restricting the movement of pedestrians and vehicles for up to ten days.

Vehicles will not be permitted to exit onto Castle Street from Manor Street, or access Myre Road from Castle Street for the duration of this phase.

Phase 2 (from Monday 26 January)

Road closed at Castle Street restricting the movement of pedestrians and vehicles for up to five days.

Work at The Cross carried out with temporary traffic signals in place.

Traffic movement on West High Street and East High Street will be affected at The Cross, and there will also be no access to Castle Street, Myre Road and Queen Street from The Cross and Castle Street.

Alternative routes are encouraged during this phase, given the likelihood that this work will lead to town centre congestion. Vehicles will not be permitted to exit onto Queen Street from Castle Street for the duration of this phase.

Phase 3 (from Monday 2 February)

The movement of pedestrians and vehicles will be affected for up to five days, with work carried out under temporary traffic signals.

There is likely to be some impact on traffic movement from West High Street to East High Street. Access to and exit from Castle Street will be supported where practical and safe to do so.

Alternative town centre routes are advisable wherever possible during this final phase.

Kirriemuir Roadworks:

Road and pavement repairs will be carried out in Kirriemuir town centre beginning in January and ending in March 2026.

Scheduled to start on Monday 12 January, these works will be undertaken on Bank Street and High Street by Tayside Contracts. To try to minimise disruption in the town centre, the works will be done in two phases.

All work is expected to be complete by Friday 6 March, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.

Phase 1 – Bank Street (Monday 12 to Friday 6 February)

This will involve pavement resurfacing and minor road repairs on Bank Street as shown on the Map of roadworks at Bank Street, Kirriemuir.

All of Bank Street will be closed to all vehicles, from the junction with Kirkwynd to the junction with High Street, during this phase. Pedestrian movement will also be restricted within the working area.

  • Access to Marywell Brae and Kirkwynd will be maintained.
  • Pedestrian access to businesses will be maintained at all times.
  • Designated waiting areas will be provided for pedestrians before being escorted to businesses within the works area.
  • A signed diversion route will be in place for all vehicle traffic.

Phase 2 – High Street (Monday 2 to Friday 27 February)

Work will involve road and pavement resurfacing on High Street as shown on the Map of roadworks at High Street, Kirriemuir. High Street will be closed from the Post Office to past the junction with Glengate, restricting vehicle and pedestrian movement during this phase.

  • There will be no access from High Street to Tannage Brae or Glengate during these works.
  • Access to The Roods will be maintained for deliveries and drop-offs.
  • As with Bank Street, designated waiting areas will be provided for pedestrians and work staff will escort you through the area as required.
  • A signed diversion route will be in place for all vehicle traffic.


General Information:

Varying Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders (TTROs)

These are the measures to allow for associated road restrictions, parking, loading, and no waiting to be put in place at different stages of works being carried out. They ensure the safety of the contractors and the public.

Information about these measures will be available on our Traffic Orders webpage. Notices will be displayed on the extent of the areas affected and this information will also be made available through the relevant communication channels, including local newspapers.

Closures/Diversions

Road Closures and associated diversion routes will be needed for works at Forfar and Kirriemuir. These will differ according to the phase of each of the projects, due to their complexities and extents and are publicised on our Roadworks and Road Closures webpage.

Taxi Information

Forfar: Locations where people can hail a Taxi in the town centre will change as the project progresses.

During Phase 1, taxis will only be available from outside the Royal Hotel and on West High Street alongside the Forfar Meffan Museum; in Phase 2 taxis will be available from a taxi rank alongside the Nationwide Building Society; and during Phase 3 taxis will be available from normal taxi rank locations.

Kirriemuir: Town centre taxi arrangements are not expected to be affected. However, any changes will be advised through the relevant communication channels.

Public Transport

Public transport will be affected in both Forfar and Kirriemuir town centres by the respective works.

Details about changes relating to necessary temporary bus stop closures and temporary relocations will be displayed on the relevant bus stops and you can find any relevant information on our Public Transport bus timetables webpage.

Car Parks

Car parks and parking provision is available within close proximity of the areas affected by the temporary restrictions to on-street parking in both town centres, and we thank you for your patience and understanding while these works are carried out.

Contact us:

We’ve been in touch with businesses regarding deliveries and how these can be maintained. If you’ve not spoken with us and need specific delivery arrangements, please email the Angus Council Roads Department at Roads@angus.gov.uk. If you wish to contact Angus Council with regards to the project, please contact us via the following routes:

Telephone: 03452 777 778 │ e-mail: roads@angus.gov.uk

Businesses requiring support can also contact Invest@angus.gov.uk and we will be happy to speak to them.

To sign up for email updates on these roadworks, enter your email address in the "Stay Informed" box.

Scroll down to the news feed for latest updates on both projects,

We will be carrying out road and pavement repairs in Forfar and Kirriemuir town centres early in the New Year.

Work in Forfar will be done throughout most of January 2026, while the work in Kirriemuir will happen during all of January and February.

Because we know this work will have a significant impact on residents, businesses and the wider public, we are providing this dedicated Engage Angus webpage to provide information and updates about both of these essential road and pavement repairs.

First, you'll find information about the Forfar roadworks, and then details on the work at Kirriemuir further down the page.

After that, we have included some general information, about public transport, taxis and where to find more details on recommended diversions.

This page is where we'll provide information and any updates as work progresses. Businesses requiring support can also contact Invest@angus.gov.uk and we will be happy to speak to them.


Forfar Roadworks:

Scheduled to start from Monday 12 January, these roadworks will be in Castle Street and The Cross, with some repairs to the pavement in Castle Street too. Local businesses chose this time of year as it was the least disruptive to their trade.

Work, carried out by Tayside Contracts, will be completed in three phases to try to minimise town centre disruption. The planned completion date, weather and any unforeseen circumstances permitting, is Friday 6 February.

We’ve included photographs of the current condition of the town centre roads and footways on this page. They make clear the need for these essential repairs and we appreciate your understanding for any inconvenience.

Work in Forfar carried out in three phases:

As mentioned the work in Forfar town centre will be done in three phases. The details are highlighted on this Forfar roadworks map and details of associated traffic/pedestrian management and restrictions are provided below:

Phase 1 (from Monday 12 January)

Road closed between Canmore Street and Queen Street, restricting the movement of pedestrians and vehicles for up to ten days.

Vehicles will not be permitted to exit onto Castle Street from Manor Street, or access Myre Road from Castle Street for the duration of this phase.

Phase 2 (from Monday 26 January)

Road closed at Castle Street restricting the movement of pedestrians and vehicles for up to five days.

Work at The Cross carried out with temporary traffic signals in place.

Traffic movement on West High Street and East High Street will be affected at The Cross, and there will also be no access to Castle Street, Myre Road and Queen Street from The Cross and Castle Street.

Alternative routes are encouraged during this phase, given the likelihood that this work will lead to town centre congestion. Vehicles will not be permitted to exit onto Queen Street from Castle Street for the duration of this phase.

Phase 3 (from Monday 2 February)

The movement of pedestrians and vehicles will be affected for up to five days, with work carried out under temporary traffic signals.

There is likely to be some impact on traffic movement from West High Street to East High Street. Access to and exit from Castle Street will be supported where practical and safe to do so.

Alternative town centre routes are advisable wherever possible during this final phase.

Kirriemuir Roadworks:

Road and pavement repairs will be carried out in Kirriemuir town centre beginning in January and ending in March 2026.

Scheduled to start on Monday 12 January, these works will be undertaken on Bank Street and High Street by Tayside Contracts. To try to minimise disruption in the town centre, the works will be done in two phases.

All work is expected to be complete by Friday 6 March, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.

Phase 1 – Bank Street (Monday 12 to Friday 6 February)

This will involve pavement resurfacing and minor road repairs on Bank Street as shown on the Map of roadworks at Bank Street, Kirriemuir.

All of Bank Street will be closed to all vehicles, from the junction with Kirkwynd to the junction with High Street, during this phase. Pedestrian movement will also be restricted within the working area.

  • Access to Marywell Brae and Kirkwynd will be maintained.
  • Pedestrian access to businesses will be maintained at all times.
  • Designated waiting areas will be provided for pedestrians before being escorted to businesses within the works area.
  • A signed diversion route will be in place for all vehicle traffic.

Phase 2 – High Street (Monday 2 to Friday 27 February)

Work will involve road and pavement resurfacing on High Street as shown on the Map of roadworks at High Street, Kirriemuir. High Street will be closed from the Post Office to past the junction with Glengate, restricting vehicle and pedestrian movement during this phase.

  • There will be no access from High Street to Tannage Brae or Glengate during these works.
  • Access to The Roods will be maintained for deliveries and drop-offs.
  • As with Bank Street, designated waiting areas will be provided for pedestrians and work staff will escort you through the area as required.
  • A signed diversion route will be in place for all vehicle traffic.


General Information:

Varying Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders (TTROs)

These are the measures to allow for associated road restrictions, parking, loading, and no waiting to be put in place at different stages of works being carried out. They ensure the safety of the contractors and the public.

Information about these measures will be available on our Traffic Orders webpage. Notices will be displayed on the extent of the areas affected and this information will also be made available through the relevant communication channels, including local newspapers.

Closures/Diversions

Road Closures and associated diversion routes will be needed for works at Forfar and Kirriemuir. These will differ according to the phase of each of the projects, due to their complexities and extents and are publicised on our Roadworks and Road Closures webpage.

Taxi Information

Forfar: Locations where people can hail a Taxi in the town centre will change as the project progresses.

During Phase 1, taxis will only be available from outside the Royal Hotel and on West High Street alongside the Forfar Meffan Museum; in Phase 2 taxis will be available from a taxi rank alongside the Nationwide Building Society; and during Phase 3 taxis will be available from normal taxi rank locations.

Kirriemuir: Town centre taxi arrangements are not expected to be affected. However, any changes will be advised through the relevant communication channels.

Public Transport

Public transport will be affected in both Forfar and Kirriemuir town centres by the respective works.

Details about changes relating to necessary temporary bus stop closures and temporary relocations will be displayed on the relevant bus stops and you can find any relevant information on our Public Transport bus timetables webpage.

Car Parks

Car parks and parking provision is available within close proximity of the areas affected by the temporary restrictions to on-street parking in both town centres, and we thank you for your patience and understanding while these works are carried out.

Contact us:

We’ve been in touch with businesses regarding deliveries and how these can be maintained. If you’ve not spoken with us and need specific delivery arrangements, please email the Angus Council Roads Department at Roads@angus.gov.uk. If you wish to contact Angus Council with regards to the project, please contact us via the following routes:

Telephone: 03452 777 778 │ e-mail: roads@angus.gov.uk

Businesses requiring support can also contact Invest@angus.gov.uk and we will be happy to speak to them.

  • Forfar works - Castle Street re-opens for weekend

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    We're happy to report that works at Castle Street in Forfar have been completed up to the junction of The Cross and the road is reopening today for the weekend.

    Due to work-related carriageway complexities and traffic management associated with the phases in Castle Street, it was necessary to make a late amendment to the phase two extents during this week.

    Phase three (see the roadworks maps on this page) will begin from this coming Monday (2 February). The works will be supported by temporary traffic lights. Access and egress from Castle Street onto both East High Street and West High Street will not be possible during this phase.

    From 7.30am on Monday (2 Feb), access to Castle Street will only be available via the one-way system from Canmore Street at the north side to Queen Street. Please do not park between Queen Street and The Cross from 7:30am to that we can progress with phase three.

    Thank you again for you patience and cooperation while we carry out these necessary works.

    Please remember, town centre businesses and car parks remain open as usual during this time and we encourage you to support your local businesses.


  • Bank Street now open

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    Bank Street is now open, with works there now completed.

    The dreadful weather has presented a challenge, but contractors have worked hard to deliver this phase of the project a week ahead of schedule. Many thanks to you for your patience and understanding while these necessary works have been carried out.

    Work will begin on Kirrie High Street from Monday (2 February).

  • Kirrie High Street works to begin from Monday (2 Feb)

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    Works have progressed well on Bank Street in Kirrie, with road resurfacing now complete and pavement works almost finished.

    Works are expected to be completed this week, weather and any unexpected issued permitting and we'll share a post here once all roadworks are complete and the road is open.

    We now plan to start works on High Street from this coming Monday (2 February).

    This will involve resurfacing both the road and pavement from the Post Office to beyond the junction with Glengate.

    Due to the narrow width of the carriageway, these works must be carried out under a full road closure and this will remain in place for the duration of the works, scheduled to take four weeks to complete.

    Further details of the High Street works are:

    • There will be no access from High Street to Tannage Brae or Glengate during these works.
    • Access to The Roods will be maintained for deliveries and drop-offs.
    • Pedestrians will be asked to wait at the barriers before being escorted through the works to businesses/properties.
    • A signed diversion route will be in place for all vehicle traffic.

    As ever, we thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

  • Progress made despite challenging weather

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    Works at Bank Street in Kirriemuir have progressed well this week despite the difficult weather conditions. However, the road will remain closed this weekend, while businesses and the town centre car parks remain open as usual.

    Phase one of Castle Street, Forfar reopened to vehicle traffic today. It has been necessary to keep some areas associated with the works barriered off, but we have made every effort to keep this to a minimum.

    Phase two is scheduled to begin in Forfar from Monday (26 January). Businesses and the town centre car parks will be open as usual during this period and we ask you to support your local businesses in both Forfar and Kirriemuir.

  • Good progress at both Kirrie and Forfar work sites

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    Work has progressed well at both Bank Street, Kirriemuir, and Castle Street, Forfar, during the first week of these projects. This is despite sub-zero temperatures presenting a challenge and and winter maintenance service delivery needs.

    The contractor has made very good progress on the south side of Bank Street, Kirriemuir, and it's hoped this section will be completed in the early part of this week. Work will then begin on the north side of Bank street later this week.

    Phase one of Castle Street, Forfar has made some good progress, and it's anticipated that a good amount of works in this phase will be achieved by the end of this week - weather and any unforeseen circumstances permitting.

    Both projects remain on schedule.

    Businesses are open as usual in both Kirriemuir and Forfar town centres, car parking is available within the town car parks which are all within close proximity and we would encourage you to support your local traders.

  • Plunging temperatures bring pause to work

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    Plunging temperatures overnight mean that works on Bank Street, Kirriemuir and Castle Street, Forfar have, unfortunately, been suspended today. Road closures remain in place for reasons of public safety.

    Please be aware that town centre businesses and car parks remain open.

    Pedestrian access to businesses is maintained this weekend and at all times. Please continue to support our local businesses while these essential works are carried out.

  • Kirrie town centre businesses remain open

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    Despite ongoing road works and road closures, Kirrie town centre businesses and nearby car parks remain open. Pedestrian access to businesses is maintained at all times. Please continue to support our local businesses while these essential works are carried out.

  • Winter maintenance 15 and 16 January

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    Due to a drop in temperatures, the contractor will be carrying out winter maintenance tonight and tomorrow. As a result, both sites - at Forfar and Kirriemuir - are expected to experience disruption. Winter maintenance is essential to keep the road network safe across Angus, and we appreciate the public’s understanding while it is carried out.