New Forres Academy Development

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New Forres Academy Construction Works

Construction works for the new Forres Academy development began on Monday 22 June 2026, following the completion of the mobilisation works.

Information about the planned construction works, timings, traffic management and access arrangements is provided below.

Drainage Works – Albert Street, Castle Street and Orchard Road

As part of the new Forres Academy development, a new surface water drain will be installed along sections of Albert Street, Castle Street and Orchard Road, between the new Forres Academy site and the Mosset Burn.

These works are scheduled to begin on Monday 22 June 2026 and are expected to continue for approximately 10 weeks, subject to weather conditions and operational requirements.

During this time, traffic management measures will be in place. These will include temporary traffic lights, road closures and clearly signed diversion routes.

These works will be carried out in phases to help minimise disruption where possible and keep residents, pedestrians and road users safe.

Site drawing showing planned drainage works

You can view an enlarged image showing the planned drainage works here.

Phase 1 – Blue Section

  • During Phase 1, a section of the footpath on the north side of Orchard Road will be temporarily closed.
  • Pedestrians will be directed by signs to use the footpath on the south side of the road.
  • A road closure will also be in place on sections of Burdshaugh Road and Strathcona Road, with diversion signs provided.
  • Temporary traffic lights will be in operation along this section of road.

Phase 2 – Pink Section

  • During Phase 2, temporary traffic lights will be in operation.

Phase 3 – Red Section

  • During Phase 3, a road closure will be in place in two stages along Albert Street.
  • The first closure will run from the junction of Castle Street and Albert Street to Cicely Place.
  • The second closure will continue from Cicely Place along Albert Street.
  • During these stages, access to individual driveways will be restricted while the works are taking place.
  • Access to Cicely Place will be maintained throughout this period, although there may be some minor delays while plant is moved to allow access.

Orchard Road Highway Improvement Works

As part of the new Forres Academy development, planned highway improvement works are due to take place on Orchard Road from Monday 29 June 2026.

The works are expected to continue for approximately eight weeks and will include the construction of the new school entrance and changes to the footpath on Orchard Road, near Applegrove Primary School.

Site drawing showing Orchard road works and traffic management arrangements

You can view an enlarged image showing the planned works and traffic management arrangements here.

What will happen?

  • Works to build the new school entrance and widen the footway will begin on 29 June 2026 and will be carried out under an agreed traffic management plan.
  • A temporary “no waiting” restriction will be in place for the duration of the works and will be managed using cones.
  • Temporary traffic lights will be used on Orchard Road where footpath widening works are taking place.
  • Part of the footpath on the south side of Orchard Road will be closed while the widening works are carried out, with pedestrians clearly signposted to use the footpath on the north side of Orchard Road.
  • Access to all properties on Orchard Road will be maintained at all times throughout the construction period.
  • These arrangements will help keep construction vehicles, drivers, pedestrians, residents and businesses safe while the works are taking place.

The temporary restriction relates only to waiting and parking. It will not prevent vehicles from accessing or leaving properties, including for business operations, deliveries or customer visits.

The site and traffic management arrangements have been designed to minimise disruption as far as reasonably practicable, while maintaining the safety of all road users. The contractor will continue to monitor the arrangements throughout the works and will take reasonable steps to address any unforeseen issues that may arise.

Roysvale Park Footpath and Cycleway

As part of the new Forres Academy development, a new footpath will be built on the west side of Roysvale Park.

These works are expected to commence on 13 July 2026 and will take approximately five weeks to complete. Access to the Pavilion will be maintained throughout the works.

Site drawing showing Roysvale Park footpath works

You can also view a readable image which can be enlarged here.

The works will be carried out in the following phases:

Phase 1 – New Footpath Construction (Blue Section)

A new footpath will be constructed on the west side of Roysvale Park, providing an accessible connection between Burdsyard Road and the existing core path adjacent to Applegrove Primary School.

Phase 2 – Temporary Diversion Route

Once the new footpath has been completed and opened for use, the new path (Blue Section) and the existing footpath (Pink Section) along the northern edge of Roysvale Park will be used as a pedestrian diversion route.

The temporary diversion route maintains pedestrian access through Roysvale Park during the construction period.

Phase 3 – Existing Footpath Closure (Red Section)

Following completion of the new footpath (Blue Section), the existing footpath and cycleway adjacent to Sanquhar Road (Red Section), will be closed and fenced off to accommodate the contractor compound and construction activities.

This will remain closed until completion of Phase 1 of the new Forres Academy development, which is currently anticipated to be Autumn 2028, after which it will reopen for public use.

A printed copy, including full details and drawings of the planned mobilisation and construction works, is available for viewing at Forres Community Centre.

The safety of pupils, staff, residents and the wider community remain the priority throughout these works. Construction areas will be securely fenced at all times, with clear separation maintained between school operations and site activities.

Balfour Beatty and Moray Council are working closely to minimise disruption to residents and the wider community during this period. Should any issues or concerns arise during the works, residents can contact the Balfour Beatty team directly at ForresAcademyBB@balfourbeatty.com and a member of the project team will aim to assist where possible.

Further updates will be provided as the project progresses.

New Forres Academy Construction Works

Construction works for the new Forres Academy development began on Monday 22 June 2026, following the completion of the mobilisation works.

Information about the planned construction works, timings, traffic management and access arrangements is provided below.

Drainage Works – Albert Street, Castle Street and Orchard Road

As part of the new Forres Academy development, a new surface water drain will be installed along sections of Albert Street, Castle Street and Orchard Road, between the new Forres Academy site and the Mosset Burn.

These works are scheduled to begin on Monday 22 June 2026 and are expected to continue for approximately 10 weeks, subject to weather conditions and operational requirements.

During this time, traffic management measures will be in place. These will include temporary traffic lights, road closures and clearly signed diversion routes.

These works will be carried out in phases to help minimise disruption where possible and keep residents, pedestrians and road users safe.

Site drawing showing planned drainage works

You can view an enlarged image showing the planned drainage works here.

Phase 1 – Blue Section

  • During Phase 1, a section of the footpath on the north side of Orchard Road will be temporarily closed.
  • Pedestrians will be directed by signs to use the footpath on the south side of the road.
  • A road closure will also be in place on sections of Burdshaugh Road and Strathcona Road, with diversion signs provided.
  • Temporary traffic lights will be in operation along this section of road.

Phase 2 – Pink Section

  • During Phase 2, temporary traffic lights will be in operation.

Phase 3 – Red Section

  • During Phase 3, a road closure will be in place in two stages along Albert Street.
  • The first closure will run from the junction of Castle Street and Albert Street to Cicely Place.
  • The second closure will continue from Cicely Place along Albert Street.
  • During these stages, access to individual driveways will be restricted while the works are taking place.
  • Access to Cicely Place will be maintained throughout this period, although there may be some minor delays while plant is moved to allow access.

Orchard Road Highway Improvement Works

As part of the new Forres Academy development, planned highway improvement works are due to take place on Orchard Road from Monday 29 June 2026.

The works are expected to continue for approximately eight weeks and will include the construction of the new school entrance and changes to the footpath on Orchard Road, near Applegrove Primary School.

Site drawing showing Orchard road works and traffic management arrangements

You can view an enlarged image showing the planned works and traffic management arrangements here.

What will happen?

  • Works to build the new school entrance and widen the footway will begin on 29 June 2026 and will be carried out under an agreed traffic management plan.
  • A temporary “no waiting” restriction will be in place for the duration of the works and will be managed using cones.
  • Temporary traffic lights will be used on Orchard Road where footpath widening works are taking place.
  • Part of the footpath on the south side of Orchard Road will be closed while the widening works are carried out, with pedestrians clearly signposted to use the footpath on the north side of Orchard Road.
  • Access to all properties on Orchard Road will be maintained at all times throughout the construction period.
  • These arrangements will help keep construction vehicles, drivers, pedestrians, residents and businesses safe while the works are taking place.

The temporary restriction relates only to waiting and parking. It will not prevent vehicles from accessing or leaving properties, including for business operations, deliveries or customer visits.

The site and traffic management arrangements have been designed to minimise disruption as far as reasonably practicable, while maintaining the safety of all road users. The contractor will continue to monitor the arrangements throughout the works and will take reasonable steps to address any unforeseen issues that may arise.

Roysvale Park Footpath and Cycleway

As part of the new Forres Academy development, a new footpath will be built on the west side of Roysvale Park.

These works are expected to commence on 13 July 2026 and will take approximately five weeks to complete. Access to the Pavilion will be maintained throughout the works.

Site drawing showing Roysvale Park footpath works

You can also view a readable image which can be enlarged here.

The works will be carried out in the following phases:

Phase 1 – New Footpath Construction (Blue Section)

A new footpath will be constructed on the west side of Roysvale Park, providing an accessible connection between Burdsyard Road and the existing core path adjacent to Applegrove Primary School.

Phase 2 – Temporary Diversion Route

Once the new footpath has been completed and opened for use, the new path (Blue Section) and the existing footpath (Pink Section) along the northern edge of Roysvale Park will be used as a pedestrian diversion route.

The temporary diversion route maintains pedestrian access through Roysvale Park during the construction period.

Phase 3 – Existing Footpath Closure (Red Section)

Following completion of the new footpath (Blue Section), the existing footpath and cycleway adjacent to Sanquhar Road (Red Section), will be closed and fenced off to accommodate the contractor compound and construction activities.

This will remain closed until completion of Phase 1 of the new Forres Academy development, which is currently anticipated to be Autumn 2028, after which it will reopen for public use.

A printed copy, including full details and drawings of the planned mobilisation and construction works, is available for viewing at Forres Community Centre.

The safety of pupils, staff, residents and the wider community remain the priority throughout these works. Construction areas will be securely fenced at all times, with clear separation maintained between school operations and site activities.

Balfour Beatty and Moray Council are working closely to minimise disruption to residents and the wider community during this period. Should any issues or concerns arise during the works, residents can contact the Balfour Beatty team directly at ForresAcademyBB@balfourbeatty.com and a member of the project team will aim to assist where possible.

Further updates will be provided as the project progresses.

Page last updated: 29 Jun 2026, 02:22 PM