Footpaths S2/12 and S2/13, Dorchester - Temporary Closure due to Sewer Relining Works

Dorset Council

Temporary Closure of Public Footpaths S2/12 & S2/13, Dorchester

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. 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 the 1 of June 2026 until 17 July 2026.

All pedestrians and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Footpath S2/12, between grid reference SY 69110 91138 to grid reference SY 69072 91016, a distance of approximately 130 metres. All pedestrians will be prohibited from proceeding along Footpath S2/13 between grid reference SY 69080 91034 to grid reference SY 69546 90779, a distance of approximately 570 metres. The Notice 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. This Order is required to allow Wessex Water to reline the public sewer.

Access to the allotments only will be available via the bridge at the bottom of Friary Hill.

On this occasion there will be no suitable alternative.

If you would like further information about the closure, please contact Wessex Water on 03456004600. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Dorset Countryside on 01305 221000.

Dated: 21 May 2026.

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