'It will kill this town': High street to close for six weeks with 50-mile diversion
Summary
The main road (A76) through Sanquhar will close for six weeks starting June 1 to fix the stonework on the historic Tolbooth Museum. This closure will force drivers to take a 50-mile detour, which local shop owners say could cause serious problems for deliveries and customers.Key Facts
- The A76 road in Sanquhar will close completely from June 1 to July 10 for repairs on the Tolbooth Museum's stonework.
- The Tolbooth Museum building was constructed between 1735 and 1737 and is an important historic site.
- Before the full closure, temporary traffic lights will manage the road from May 18 for about two weeks.
- Local shops rely on people passing by and deliveries, both of which will be disrupted.
- A 50-mile detour will be in place, using other roads like the A70, B7078, and A702.
- Shop owners are worried about losing customers and supply problems during the closure.
- The council plans signs to show that local businesses are still open during the works.
- The council says the repairs are necessary for safety because the road narrows near the historic building.
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