Pedestrian access changes for several weeks to facilitate part of Navan Town Scheme
Meath County Council has announced upcoming changes to pedestrian access on Bakery Lane in Navan, to facilitate essential improvement works under the Navan 2030 Public Realm Scheme.
The works are scheduled to begin on Monday, August 11, 2025, and will be carried out over several weeks in three separate phases.
These upgrades form part of Contract 5 of the Navan 2030 project and are aimed at improving the accessibility of the town centre.
The project will involve the installation of new paving, utility upgrades, enhanced public lighting, and landscaping, all designed to modernise and revitalise the public realm in Navan.
During the works, temporary pedestrian diversions will be in place to ensure safety and maintain access through alternative routes.
In the first phase, beginning August 11, the section of Bakery Lane between chainage 0.00 and 28.00 metres will be closed to pedestrian traffic. During this time, access via Trimgate Street will be restricted, and pedestrians will be redirected through the grounds of St. Mary’s Parish, Navan. This phase is expected to last approximately two weeks.
The second phase of the works, covering the stretch from 28.00 to 55.00 metres, is set to begin on Monday, August 25, 2025. During this four-week period, pedestrian access will be maintained, with necessary safety measures in place to allow the public to navigate the area.
Phase three will commence on Monday, September 22, 2025, and cover the remaining section of Bakery Lane from 55.00 to 120.00 metres. Pedestrian access will be closed for the first four weeks of this phase, with pedestrians once again diverted via the grounds of St. Mary’s Parish and access redirected through Fairgreen. These temporary changes will remain in effect while construction continues.
The council also confirmed that the temporary pedestrian management system will be kept under review throughout the project. Adjustments or improvements to the diversions may be introduced where necessary to ensure safety and minimise inconvenience to the public.