Yorkshire Route 476 Adapts for Road Work
Route 476 diverts to Main Street for two weeks due to Hollygarth Lane closure
Route 476 Reroutes in Beal for Road Work
Arriva UK Bus riders in Beal will need to adjust their travel plans as route 476 faces a two-week diversion starting April 27. The bus operator announced the temporary route change to accommodate a road closure on Hollygarth Lane, with service modifications running through May 11. Two westbound stops will be unavailable during the closure period, though a temporary boarding location will serve Pontefract-bound passengers.
Road Closure Forces Service Adjustment
The diversion stems from necessary road work on Hollygarth Lane that requires a complete closure of the street, transit officials said. Route 476 typically serves this corridor as part of its regular path through Beal, connecting communities in the region. Bus operators routinely adjust routes when infrastructure projects or emergency repairs block normal travel paths. The closure affects a residential area where the bus provides essential connectivity for local residents who rely on public transit for daily commutes and errands.
Main Street Becomes Temporary Route
During the closure period, route 476 buses will use Main Street in Beal for travel in both directions instead of following the regular Hollygarth Lane routing, according to Arriva UK Bus. Two stops won't be served while the diversion is active: Chapel Garth westbound and Pinfold House westbound. The operator will establish a temporary stop at the junction of Hollygarth Lane, Beal Lane, and Main Street specifically for Pontefract-bound services. Passengers can board at this temporary location following the published timetable, with no schedule changes expected despite the route modification.
Two-Week Timeline Set for Changes
The route diversion takes effect April 27, 2026, and will remain in place until May 11, 2026, transit officials confirmed. Arriva UK Bus said passengers should plan their journeys with the temporary routing in mind during this 15-day period. The operator didn't specify whether the road closure timeline could extend beyond the announced dates if construction work encounters delays.
Riders Advised to Plan Ahead
Passengers who regularly use the affected westbound stops should identify alternative boarding locations before the diversion begins, transit officials said. Those traveling to Pontefract can use the temporary stop at the three-way junction, while riders heading in other directions will need to board at unaffected stops along the modified route. Moovit provides real-time route updates and alternative trip planning for route 476 and other Arriva UK Bus services in the region.
