Bridport, Temporary Footpath Closure Due To Sewer Replacement Works

Dorset Council

Temporary Closure of Public Footpath W1/81, Bridport

DORSET COUNCIL intend, not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Section 14 [1] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Public Footpath W1/81, BRIDPORT from grid reference SY 4700 9428 to grid reference SY 4726 9420, a distance of approximately 275 metres. The Order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations, which require the provision of safe areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users.

It will come into operation on 08 September 2025 and will remain in force for 26 weeks however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 02 January 2026.

It can be extended with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport, if necessary.

This closure is required to allow Wessex Water to carry out a sewer replacement.

The alternative route will be; From grid reference SY 4700 9428 head south along the segregated foot and cycleway alongside Pymore Road for a distance of approximately 130 metres. Head east and follow the surfaced foot and cycleway, Gipsy Lane, to grid reference SY 4726 9420, a distance of approximately 320 metres.

If you would like further information about the closure please contact Wessex Water on 0345 600 4600. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Environment and Greenspace Ranger Service on 01305 22100.

Dated: 21 August 2025

JAN BRITTON, Executive Director for Place Services, Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester DT1 1XJ.