Two busy north Dorset routes have reopened following surfacing and improvement works.

Zig Zag Hill on the B3081 reopened following a two-week closure for resurfacing from White Pit Lane.

The C13 through Melbury Abbas has also reopened following a five-month closure to replace the traffic signals in Dinahs Hollow and cabling works to enable a vehicle activated sign system to be installed for HGVs travelling through the village.

Over the last 18 months, Dorset Highways has carried out safety and drainage improvements, and surfacing work, at 14 locations on the A350 and C13 between Shaftesbury and Blandford.

Councillor Ray Bryan, Dorset Council's highways, transport and environment spokesman, said: ā€œIā€™d like to thank residents, and the many drivers inconvenienced, for their patience during this project."