Dorset - Multiple Temporary Closures Due To Various Works

Dorset Council

Temporary Closure of Public Footpath E46/10, Horton

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 Trasc Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Footpath E46/10, Horton from grid reference SU 06894 06118 to grid reference SU 07824 06344, a distance of approximately 1000 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 1st July 2026 for a period of 26 weeks, however it is anticipated the works will be complete by 27th September 2026.

This Order is required to allow National Grid to carry out essential works to their power lines.

If you would like further information about the works please contact National Grid on 0800 099 6087. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Dorset Countryside on 01305 224630.

Dated: 11 June 2026

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

Temporary Closure of Public Footpath E46/9, Horton

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 Trasc Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Footpath E46/9, from grid reference SU 07731 06920 to grid reference SU 08101 06481, a distance of approximately 575 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 1st July 2026 for a period of 26 weeks, however it is anticipated the works will be complete by 27th September 2026.

This Order is required to allow National Grid to carry out essential works to their power lines.

If you would like further information about the works please contact National Grid on 0800 099 6087. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Dorset Countryside on 01305 224630.

Dated: 11 June 2026

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

Temporary Closure of Public Footpath E46/7, Horton

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 Trasc Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Bridleway E46/7, from grid reference SU 07728 06922 to grid reference SU 08155 06679, a distance of approximately 500 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 1st July 2026 for a period of 26 weeks, however it is anticipated the works will be complete by 27th September 2026.

This Order is required to allow National Grid to carry out essential works to their power lines.

If you would like further information about the works please contact National Grid on 0800 099 6087. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Dorset Countryside on 01305 224630.

Dated: 11 June 2026

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

Temporary Closure of Public Bridleway E46/11, Horton

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 Trasc Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Bridleway E46/11, Horton from grid reference SU 07967 05700 to grid reference SU 07729 06918, a distance of approximately 1.25 kilometres. 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 1st July 2026 for a period of 26 weeks, however it is anticipated the works will be complete by 27th September 2026.

This Order is required to allow National Grid to carry out essential works to their power lines.

If you would like further information about the works please contact National Grid on 0800 099 6087. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Dorset Countryside on 01305 224630.

Dated: 11 June 2026

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

Temporary Closure of Restricted Byway E54/21, Horton

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 Trasc Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Restricted Byway E54/21, Horton from grid reference SU 08284 07010 to grid reference SU 08596 06877, a distance of approximately 350 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 1st July 2026 for a period of 26 weeks, however it is anticipated the works will be complete by 27th September 2026.

This Order is required to allow National Grid to carry out essential works to their power lines.

If you would like further information about the works please contact National Grid on 0800 099 6087. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Dorset Countryside on 01305 224630.

Dated: 11 June 2026

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

Temporary Closure Of Public Bridleway E54/42, Verwood

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 Trasc Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Bridleway E54/42, Verwood from grid reference SU 08282 07006 to grid reference SU 08160 06675, a distance of approximately 350 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 1st July 2026 for a period of 26 weeks, however it is anticipated the works will be complete by 27th September 2026.

This Order is required to allow National Grid to carry out essential works to their power lines.

If you would like further information about the works please contact National Grid on 0800 099 6087. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Dorset Countryside on 01305 224630.

Dated: 11 June 2026

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

Temporary Closure of Public Bridleway E54/22, Verwood

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 Trasc Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists will be prohibited from proceeding along Bridleway E54/22, from grid reference SU 08884 07419 to grid reference SU 08592 06879, a distance of approximately 675 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 1st July 2026 for a period of 26 weeks, however it is anticipated the works will be complete by 27th September 2026.

This Order is required to allow National Grid to carry out essential works to their power lines.

An alternative route will be provided.

If you would like further information about the works please contact National Grid on 0800 099 6087. For further information about Rights of Way matters, please call Dorset Countryside on 01305 224630.

Dated: 11 June 2026

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