Gordon Road, Wimborne Minster - Temporary Road Closure due to Utility Works

Dorset Council

Temporary Closure of Gordon Road, Wimborne Minster

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 vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along Gordon Road, Wimborne Minster between Barnes Crescent and Leigh Road, a distance of approximately 90 metres. The order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations, which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users. It will come into operation on 26th November 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months, however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 5th December 2025.

This Order will enable Scottish and Southern Power Distribution to carry out electric network reinforcement works.

A locally signed diversion route will be put in place to enable traffic to travel around the closed sections.

If you would like further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, please call Connect It Utility Services (Agents for Scottish and Southern Power Distribution) on 01489 535600. For further information concerning this Order please call Dorset Highways Traffic Team on 01305 221020.

For further information: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

Dated: 30 October 2025

JAN BRITTON, Executive Director for Place Services - Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester DT1 1XJ. Any person who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the Notice will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1000.