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 – Now Complete

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 – Now Complete

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.

  • Kirriemuir Update for Friday 13 February

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    Due to forecast low temperature on Friday 13 February, works in Kirriemuir are expected to be disrupted while our contractor carries out essential winter maintenance across Angus.

    Despite challenging weather, the works have continued well this week with significant progress made on the road elements.

    We thank the town for its continued understanding and patience while these essential works are carried out. Town Centre businesses and car parks remain open, with pedestrian access maintained at all times.

  • Forfar works: Phase three completed

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    We're pleased to confirm that Phase 3 of the Castle Street project in Forfar has been completed today.

    The road will be fully reopened to traffic, with the temporary traffic lights and associated signage being removed soon after.

    There are still some minor pavement works to be carried out as a part of the Phase 1 works and these are scheduled to be finished over the coming days.

    Thanks again for your patience and remember that town centre businesses are open as usual.

  • Kirrie works: Roods now open to vehicles, roadworks progressing well

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    Works have progressed well on Kirriemuir High Street this week with around half of the pavement works being completed.

    Roods is now open to vehicle traffic, however, the current diversion routes associated with the High Street closure will remain in place over the weekend as they have for the since Thursday.

    From Monday (9 February), as we have indicated through earlier posts, the High Street closure extents will revert to the original layout following completion of Scottish Water emergency repairs on the Roods.

    Town centre businesses and car parks remain open as normal.

    Thanks once again for your patience and understanding during these necessary works.

  • Forfar works: Castle Street reopened for the weekend

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

    Phase three (see the roadworks maps on this page) will continue on Monday 9 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 (9 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 at The Cross beside The Queens Hotel from 7.30am on Monday (9 Feb) so we can progress with the remainder of phase three.

    Many thanks again for your patience and cooperation while we carry out these necessary works.

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

  • Scottish Water's Roods emergency repairs continue into Friday

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    Regrettably, Scottish Water have advised us that their emergency repairs on Roods are not yet complete and will continue on Friday (6 February).

    This means that the temporary change to the diversion route for the road works on High Street, allowing for access via The Glengate to Reform Street and the Town Centre will also continue into Friday while the emergency closure of Roods remains in place.

    Diversion signs in the town centre reflect this and, once Scottish Water has completed its emergency works, diversion signage at Roods will revert back to the original routes.

    Businesses on Roods and within the town centre remain open and parking within town centre car parks is available as normal.

    Slight changes to the planned bus service diversions to accommodate this emergency closure will continue into Friday.

    Details on the bus timetables specific to journeys affected by this emergency closure can be found on our roads and road closures page.

    Thank you once again for your appreciation and understanding while this additional unforeseen and unplanned work is carried out.

  • Update: Kirrie roadworks diversions change to accommodate Thursday's emergency closure

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    As mentioned in our earlier post that highlighted the impact on bus services caused by Scottish Water's emergency road closure of The Roods by Scottish Water, we can now confirm the following tweaks to the the scheduled roadworks plan.

    The diversion route for the road works on High Street will be temporarily changed to allow for access via The Glengate to Reform Street and the Town Centre while the emergency closure of The Roods is in place.

    Diversion signs in the town centre will be amended to reflect this and, on the completion of Scottish Water's emergency works, The Roods the diversion signage will reverted back to the original routes.

    Businesses on The Roods and within the town centre remain open and parking within town centre car parks is available as normal.

    Thank you for your appreciation and understanding while this additional unforeseen and unplanned work is carried out.

  • Kirrie works: burst water main means one day road closure

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    A burst water main in Kirriemuir means there will be a full emergency road closure of The Roods on Thursday (5 Feb) to allow Scottish Water to carry carry out repairs.

    This will impact on bus services, but please be aware that while proposed diversions will deviate slightly from the publicised diversions for phase 2 of the roadworks, this will only be for one day - Thursday 5 February.

    Details on the bus timetables specific to journeys affected by this emergency closure can be found on our roads and road closures page.

  • Winter maintenance commitments put a pause on work at both sites

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    We've been doing our utmost to power through the challenges presented by the awful weather we are having just now but, with a drop in temperatures expected, our contractors must commit to carrying out winter maintenance tonight and tomorrow.

    This means that both sites - at Forfar and Kirriemuir - will experience some disruption.

    We apologise for any inconvenience but are confident that you all know how essential winter maintenance is towards keeping our roads network safe. Thank you again for your understanding.

  • 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).