M4

• When was the M4 builT?

  1960s
• Describe the M4?


  Replaced the A4 as a major east-west route across the south
• What impact does the M4 have on Marlborough's character?

  • Combined with railway opening in 1800s, this diminished marlborough's position as a market town because TRAFFIC NO LONGER FLOWED THROUGH
• What impact does the M4 have on Marlborough's character?

  Made Marlborough a better location for commuters as it is more accessible

  Birth of Marlborough as a 'Dormitory' town