The final phase of a programme to improve the A78 through Largs will commence on Friday, 7 October for one weekend.

Scotland TranServ, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will carry out the works to renew over 400 metres of road surface through Largs Main Street.

With over 4,500 vehicles passing through the town centre each day, a full road closure will be in operation between Bath Street and Gogo Street, to ensure the safety of both operatives and road users. The closure will be in place continually from 8.00pm on Friday 7 October until 6.00am on Monday 10 October.

Scotland TranServ’s operating company representative, Andy Fraser said:“The works in Largs Main Street are the final phase in a £650k investment to deliver essential road improvements to the A78 through Ayrshire.

“We understand the importance of this route for tourists, road haulage companies, ferry operators and the local community of Largs and have carried out extensive consultation to ensure the works are delivered out with the busy summer season.

“We would like to thank the local community and road users for their patience whilst this final round of improvements are delivered.”

Scotland TranServ will also install a high friction road surface overnight, on Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 October, with convoy working during the hours of 8.00pm until 6.00am.

Largs Main Street will remain open to pedestrians however road users should follow a signed, local diversion.

Visitors to the area can access live traffic information by visiting Traffic Scotland’s website or following @TrafficScotland on Twitter.

Diversion route: Southbound traffic will travel along Bath Street via Mackerston Place and Charles Street. Northbound traffic will follow signage via John Street, Broomfield Place, Mackerston Place and Bath Street.