Bedford / Renhold / Great Denham / Wymington / Odell / Ravensden / Sharnbrook / Wilstead / Biddenham / Turvey / Cardington - Temporary Road & Footpath Closures

PUBLIC NOTICE

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

LURKE STREET, BEDFORD 25 – 122

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, from proceeding along the length of Lurke Street, Bedford from Gadsby Street to St Cuthberts Road.

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate install new water main and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 18th February 2026 to 25th February 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via St Cuthberts Street, Castle Road, Mill Street, Gadsby Street, Lurke Street.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 18th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Anglian Water Tel: 08457 145 145.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

SHAKESPEARE ROAD, MILTON ROAD BEDFORD 25 – 138

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of Shakespeare Road, Bedford from Junction Clapham Road to Junction Bromham Road including MIlton Road This temporary road closure is required to facilitate various remedial works throughout Shakespeare Road, replacement of columns, footway repairs, stump grinding of tree stumps and installation of new tree pits. Carriageway repairs, gully cleansing and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 09:15 to 15:30 hours from 16th February 2026 to 20th February 2026

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Bromham Road, Union Street, Union Street Junction Roff Avenue Roundabout, Clapham Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 16th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

CHURCH END, RENHOLD 25 – 116

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of Church End, Renhold from Renhold Primary School to All Saints Church. This temporary road closure is required to facilitate new surface water system and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 16th February 2026 to 20th February 2026 09:00 to 15:00 hours from 23rd February 2026 to 27th February 2026

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Wilden Road, Hookhams Lane, Church Lane, Norse Road, Goldington Road, St Neots Road, Water End, Green End, Top End, Church End.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 16th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

GREENKEEPERS ROAD, GREAT DENHAM 25 – 118

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, from proceeding along the length of Greenkeepers Road, Great Denham outside Great Denham Primary School.

This temporary road closure is required to install A zebra crossing civils and carriageway resurfacing and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 16th February 2026 to 20th February 16:00 hours 21st February 2026 09:00 to 15:30 hours 23rd February 2026

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Kingswood Way, Greenkeepers Road, Saxon Way.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 16th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

RUSHDEN ROAD, WYMINGTON 25 – 115

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of Rushden Road, Wymington between 124 and 134.

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate a new water supply and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 16th February 2026 to 18th February 2026

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Rushden Road, High Street, Wymington Lane, Bedford Road, High Street South, Wymington Road. The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 16th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Anglian Water Tel: 08457 145 145.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

CLYDE CRESCENT, BEDFORD 25 – 126

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, from proceeding along the length of Clyde Crescent, Bedford outside 31 - 33.l

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate re surfacing carriageway and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 16th February 2026 to 6th March 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Bourneside, Humber Avenue, Clyde Crescent.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 16th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Parrott Construction Tel: 01234 849680.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

HIGH STREET, ODELL 25 – 119

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of High Street, Odell outside 215.

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate a stop tap replacement and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 16:00 hours from 16th February 2026 to 18th February

2026

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Odell Road, Carlton Road, Bridgend, Felmersham Road, Hunts Lane, Felmersham Bridge, High Street.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 16th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Anglian Water Tel: 08457 145 145.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

OMBERSLEY ROAD, ASPLEY ROAD, ENDESLEIGH ROAD, BEDFORD 25- 134

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of Ombersley Road, Aspley Road, Endesleigh Road, Bedford.

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate carriageway resurfacing works, ironworks, civil works, lining and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 16th February 2026 to 27th February 2026

The proposed Order will come into operation on 16th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

VICARAGE CLOSE, RAVENSDEN 25 – 096

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of Vicarage Close, Ravensden.

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate carriageway resurfacing works and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 16th February 2026 to 20th February 2026

The proposed Order will come into operation on 16th February 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

ODELL ROAD, SHARNBROOK 25 – 146

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along Odell Road, Sharnbrook. This temporary road closure is required to facilitate carriageway patching and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 09:15 to 15:00 hours from 2nd March 2026 to 4th March 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Odell Road, Church Lane, High Street, Kennell Hill,

Templars Way, Rushden Road, C26 Bletsoe From A6 Rushden Road Sharnbrook To Uc33 Mill Road Thurleigh, New Road, Radwell Road, Bridge End, Felmersham Road, The High Road, Hunts Lane, Felmersham Bridge.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 2nd March 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718002.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

DUCK END LANE, WILSTEAD 25 – 164

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along Duck End Lane, Wilstead. This temporary road closure is required to lay 8m new duct and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 09:30 to 15:30 hours from 2nd March 2026 to 4th March 2026 The proposed Order will come into operation on 2nd March 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact surveys@sunbeltrentals.co.uk on behalf of Openreach Tel: 03700 500792.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2025

MAIN ROAD, BIDDENHAM 25 – 128

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along Main Road, Biddenham from Darlow Drive to Gold Lane.

This temporary road closure is required to replace approx. 880m of 6” si with 125mm and any associated services and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 2nd March 2026 to 24th April 2026

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Gold Lane, Deep Spinney, Bromham Road, Biddenham Turn.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 2nd March 2026, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact TMO Highways on behalf of Cadent Tel: 07870 894801.

Paul Pace Service Director – Public Realm, Highways & Waste Management, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9 AP

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

(TURVEY: PART OF FOOTPATH A4)

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC) ORDER 2020

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Order made by Bedford Borough Council on the 31st July 2020, extended on 4th February 2021, 28th January 2022, 3rd January 2023, 2nd January 2024 and 22th January 2026 the effect of which will be to prohibit any person proceeding on foot along the length of Turvey Part of footpath No A4 which extends from Ordnance Survey Grid Reference (OS GR) SP 9568 5202 to (OS GR) SP 9579 5185 has been continued in force with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport until 31st August 2027.

This closure is required for construction works to continue on site.

The closure will continue from Tuesday 10th February 2026 until 31st August 2027.

There will be a minor diversion on site, please refer to site plan. The Order will come into operation on 10th February 2026 for a period not exceeding eighteen months or until the works which it is proposed to carry out on or near to footpath have been completed, whichever is the earlier. If the works are not completed within eighteen months the Order may be extended for a longer period with the consent of the Secretary of State for Transport.

For further information please telephone Highways Helpdesk (01234 718003)

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

(CARDINGTON: BRIDLEWAY NO 2 AND COPLE BRIDLEWAY NO 14)

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC) ORDER 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an Order made by Bedford Borough Council on 2nd August 2024, extended on 31st January 2025 and 8th January 2026 the effect of which will be to prohibit any person proceeding on horseback or lead a horse along Cardington Bridleway No 2 and Cople Bridleway No 14, which extends from Ordnance Survey Grid Reference OS GR TL 1057 4711 to OS GR TL 1120 4535 has been continued in force with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport until 8th February 2027.

This closure is required due to holes in the surface of the bridleway caused by animals. The closure will continue from Monday 9th February 2026 for a period of one year.

There is no alternative route for users while the closure is in place. The Order will come into operation on 9th February 2026 for a period not exceeding one year or until the works which it is proposed to carry out on or near to the bridleways have been completed, whichever is the earlier. If the works are not completed within one year the Order may be extended for a longer period with the consent of the Secretary of State for Transport. For further information please telephone Highways Helpdesk on (01234) 718003

Dated: 5th February 2026

Craig Austin, Director of Environment, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9 AP