Various Streets in Bedfordshire Area - Traffic Restrictions

PUBLIC NOTICE ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

STAPLOE ROAD, WYBOSTON 26 – 080

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 Staploe Road, Wyboston.

This temporary road closure is required to surface dressing and reinstatement of road markings 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 11th July 2026 to 21st July 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Mill Road, Church Road, Little Staughton Road, Bushmead Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 11th July 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 20MPH SPEED RESTRICTION ORDER 2026

STAPLOE ROAD, WYBOSTON 26 – 080

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 whole length of Staploe Road, Wyboston at a speed exceeding of 20mph. This temporary 20mph speed restriction is required for safety of the public and workforce for surface dressing and reinstatement of road markings and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary 20mph speed restriction is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 11th July 2026 to 21st July 2026

The Order will come into operation on 11th July 2026, for a period of twelve 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)

WOBURN ROAD, WOOTTON 26 – 023

TEMPORARY 30 MPH SPEED RESTRICTION ORDER 2026

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 that length Woburn Road, Wootton from Field Road Roundabout to approx. 75m past Broadmead Road Stewartby at a speed exceeding of 30 mph. This temporary 30 mph speed restriction is required for safety of the public and workforce for construction of enabling works associated with Universal Destinations & Experiences UK Project and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary 30 mph speed restriction is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 24th June 2026 to 30th March 2027 The Order will come into operation on 24th June 2026, for a period of twelve months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier. For further information please contact 24 HOUR EMERGENCY NO: Wilson James 24hr Security Control Room number – 0345 873 5801.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

A428 BEDFORD ROAD TURVEY, NORTHAMPTON ROAD STEVINGTON 26 – 082

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 A428 Bedford Road Turvey, Northampton Road Stevington from Jacks Lane Turvey to Stagsden/Bromham roundabout. This temporary road closure is required to surface dressing and 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 24 hours from 15th July 2026 to 29th July 2026

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via High Street, Bridge Street, Bedford Road, Northampton Road, The Warrington Bypass To County Boundary, Warrington Road, Redway Olne03 Olney, Wellingborough Road, Dartmouth Road, Market Place, High Street South, Newport Road, Sherington Bypass, Bridleway 16 Sherington, Newport Pagnell Bypass East, Newport Pagnell Road, Stagsden Bypass.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 15th July 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)

A428 BEDFORD ROAD TURVEY, NORTHAMPTON ROAD STEVINGTON 26 – 082

TEMPORARY 20MPH SPEED RESTRICTION ORDER 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 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 that length A428 Bedford Road Turvey, Northampton Road Stevington at a speed exceeding 20 mph from Jacks Lane Turvey to Stagsden/ Bromham roundabout at a speed exceeding of 20mph.

This temporary 20 mph speed restriction is required for safety of the public and workforce for surface dressing and lining and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary 20 mph speed restriction is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 15th July 2026 to 29th July 2026 The Order will come into operation on 15th July 2026, for a period of twelve 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 2026

HIGH STREET, GREAT BARFORD 26 – 064

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, Great Barford junction New Road.

This temporary road closure is required to repair frame and cover 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 15:00 hours from 8th July 2026 to 10th July 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via High Street, Barford Road, Willington Road, Bedford Road, Cambridge Road, Layby A603 Canvins Adjacent Meadow Lane, A603 Cardington Cross Roundabout, A421 J A603 Join Ne, A421 Eb Slip On From A603 Rdbt To A421, A421 Through J A603 Ne, A421 Eb From A603 Cardington Road Junction To Renhold Junction, A421 From J A603 To J A428 Ne, A421 J A428 Leave Ne, A421 Through J A428 Ne, St Neots Road, Bedford Road Service Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 8th July 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 Business (National) Tel: 03457 145 145.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

DUNGEE ROAD AND ODELL ROAD, ODELL 26 – 060

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 Dungee Road and Odell Road, Odell from junction High Street Odell to Forty Foot Lane at county border with Northampton. This temporary road closure is required to surface dressing road marking renewal 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 7th July 2026 and 14th July The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Odell Road, High Street, Lavendon Road, Harrold Road, Northampton Road, London Road, A509 London Road, A509 Bozeat Bypass, Allens Hill.

The reverse route applies.

Equestrians and Pedestrians will be affected by the order and there will be no access or egress from Forty Foot Lane Byway 34 (Odell), Bridleway 37 (Odell), Footpath 1 (Odell), Bridleway 33 (Odell), Footpath 4, Footpath 40, Footpath 23, Footpath 7 The proposed Order will come into operation on 7th July 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)

DUNGEE ROAD,AND ODELL ROAD ODELL 26 – 060

TEMPORARY 20 MPH SPEED RESTRICTION ORDER 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 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 that length Dungee Road and Odell Road, Odell from junction High Street Odell to Forty Foot Lane at county border with Northampton at a speed exceeding of 20mph.

This temporary 20 mph speed restriction is required for safety of the public and workforce for surface dressing and roadmarking renewal and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary 20mph speed restriction is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours 7th July 2026 and 14th July 2026

The Order will come into operation on 7th July 2026, for a period of twelve 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 2026

SWINESHEAD ROAD, MELCHBOURNE AND MELCHBOURNE ROAD SWINESHEAD 26 – 061

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 Swineshead Road, Melchbourne and Melchbourne Road Swineshead, between junction of Knotting Road Melchbourne to High Street Swineshead.

This temporary road closure is required for carriageway surface dressing and road marking renewal 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 8th July 2026 and 15th July 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Knotting Road, Melchbourne Road, Knotting Green, Rushden Road, Riseley Road, Sharnbrook Road, High Street, Swineshead Road, Pertenhall Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 8th July 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)

SWINESHEAD ROAD, MELCHBOURNE AND MELCHBOURNE ROAD SWINESHEAD 26 – 061

TEMPORARY 20 MPH SPEED RESTRICTION ORDER 2026

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 that length of Swineshead Road, Melchbourne and Melchbourne Road Swineshead between junction Knotting Road Melchbourne to High Street Swineshead at a speed exceeding of 20mph. This temporary 20mph speed restriction is required for safety of the public and workforce for carriageway surface dressing and road marking renewal and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary 20mph speed restriction is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 8th July 2026 to 15th July 2026 The Order will come into operation on 8th July 2026, for a period of twelve 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 2026

LITTLE STAUGHTON ROAD, PERTENHALL 26- 079

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 Little Staughton Road, Pertenhall.

This temporary road closure is required for patching, surface dressing and reinstatement of road markings 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 8th July 2026 to 20th July 2026 Patching and Surface Dressing 08/07/2026 014/07/2026

Reinstatement of Road Markings (one day) 20/7/2026

Sweeping under mobile works within Road Closure dates The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Kimbolton Road, Great Staughton Road, Staughton Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 8th July 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 2026

GOLD LANE, BIDDENHAM 26 – 018

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 Gold Lane, Biddenham J/W Deep Spinney To J/W Thorpe Close. This temporary road closure is required to reinstate/resurface road 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 6th July 2026 to 17th July 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Deep Spinney, Bromham Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 6th July 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.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

HIGH STREET, BEDFORD 26 – 062

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, from proceeding along High Street, Bedford.

This temporary road closure is required for a new gas 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 20:00 to 06:00 hours from 21st July 2026 to 22nd July 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via St Peters Street, St Cuthberts Street, Castle Road, Mill Street, High Street.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 21st July 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 Gas Tel: 07870 894801.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

KIMBOLTON ROAD, BEDFORD 26 – 019

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 from proceeding along Kimbolton Road, Bedford between Pemberley Avenue and Oaklands Road.

This temporary road closure is required for a connection of a stormwater pipe 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 20th July 2026 to 30th July 2026

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Kimbolton Road, Goldington Road, Norse Road, Church Lane, Wentworth Drive, St Augustines Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 20th July 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 High Street Homes Ltd Tel: 07901 510518.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

HIGH STREET, HARROLD 26 – 047

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 High Street, Harrold. This temporary road closure is required to various carriageway repairs and refresh of all 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

09:00 to 15:30 hours from 20th July 2026 to 24th July 2026

Phase 1 Odell Road To Roman Paddocks

Phase 2 Brook Lane to Eagle Gardens

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Carlton Road, Bridgend, The Causeway, Turvey Road, Turvey Loop, High Street, Bridge Street, Bedford Road, Harrold Road, Lavendon Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 20th July 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 2026

COTTON END ROAD, WILSTEAD 26 – 094

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 Cotton End Road, Wilstead from the Junction Luton Road to Junction Chapel Lane. This temporary road closure is required to facilitate gas mains 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 24 hours from 20th July 2026 to 11th September 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Cotton End Road, Bedford Road, A6 Wixams Bypass, Elstow Bypass, West End, Progress Way, Mile Road, London Road, Harrowden Road, High Road, Old Harrowden Road, Tinkers Hill, The Highway, Carmichael Drive.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 20th July 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 Core Highways on behalf of Cadent Gas Tel: 0330 043 3030.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

CARTER CLOSE, BEDFORD 26 – 049

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 Carter Close, Bedford. This temporary road closure is required for carriageway resurfacing works and civils 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 20th July 2026 to 6th August 2026

The proposed Order will come into operation on 20th July 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 2026

STATION ROAD, OAKLEY 26 – 057

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 Station Road, Oakley from Reynes Drive to Oakley Primary School.

This temporary road closure is required to trim a large oak tree 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 09:00 to 15:30 hours 23 July 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Station Road, High Street, Church Lane, Lovell Road. The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 23rd July 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 jordan.ratnage@glendale-services. co.uk tel 07447 937474.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 16 A

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

BEDFORD RIVER FESTIVAL 2026

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 various roads as detailed below: High Street, Mill Street, St Pauls Square, Horne Lane, St Marys Street, Duck Mill Lane, The Embankment, Newnham Road, Albany Road, Waterloo Road, Rothsay Road, Bushmead Avenue Shaftesbury Avenue Tennyson Road, Beresford Road, Kingsley Road, George Street, Dudley Street, Denmark Street, York Street, Pembroke Street, Bower Street, Howbury Street.

These temporary road closures are required to facilitate the Bedford River Festival 2026 and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs. This temporary road closures are expected to be in operation between 19:00 to 05:00 hours from 17th July 2026 to 19th July 2026 Please follow local alternative signed routes.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 17th July 2026,for a period of four days. For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2026

HIGH STREET, PODINGTON 26 – 038

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 High Street, Podington Junction Gold Street.

This temporary road closure is required to repack/repair sluice valve 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 17:00 hours from 21st July 2026 to 23rd July 2026 The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via

Hinwick Road, Wollaston Road, Hookhams Path, Irchester Road, High Street, Station Road, Alexander Court, Knuston Road, Knuston Spinney, Wellingborough Road, Duck Street, Church Street, High Street South, Wymington Road, Rushden Road, Podington Road

The reverse route applies

The proposed Order will come into operation on 21st July 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 BUSINESS (NATIONAL) LIMITED Tel: 03457 145 145.

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

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSE TO INTRODUCE A RESTRICTED PARKING ZONE ON SOME ROADS IN SHORTSTOWN

Reason for Proposal:

In accordance with the requirement of a planning condition for the development by Bellway Homes, Bedford Borough Council proposes to introduce a restricted parking zone on various roads at Mason Road and surrounding residential streets. Effect of the Proposal:

1.  To introduce a signed only “No waiting at any time” throughout the zone except within signed and marked parking places. The restricted parking zone will apply to the full extent of each road specified in the Schedule below.

Blake’s Boulevard      

Mason Road

Burney Avenue        

Oughton Close

Burns Road                

Pugsley Close

Cackett Way          

Rampton Close

Colmore Place     

Richmond Close

Cook Close                

Rosier Road

Disley Close             

Savidge Close

Eastwick Close           

Savory Close

Ford Road               

Shute Close

Gent Court                 

Taylor Close

Johnston Avenue       

Tinkers Road

Lipscomb Avenue      

Wallis Avenue

Relevant proposal documents may be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. They will also be available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro. The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal. For further information, please email highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk

Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 16h July 2026 to highway.consultations@ bedford.gov.uk. Order Title if made will be:

1.  Bedford Borough Council (Mason Road and Other Roads, Shortstown) (Prohibition of Waiting and Parking Places) Order 2026.

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSES TO INTRODUCE A 20MPH ZONE ON SOME ROADS IN SHORTSTOWN

Reason for Proposal:

A planning condition associated with the Bellway Homes development at Cardington, Shortstown requires a 20mph speed limit on Mason Road and surrounding residential streets. The proposed 20mph speed limit is intended to provide a safer road network for all highway users, including motor cyclists, pedal cyclists, and pedestrians.

Effect of the Order:

1.  To introduce a 20mph zone covering the entire length of each of the following roads in Shortstown:-

Blake’s Boulevard      

Mason Road

Burney Avenue        

Oughton Close

Burns Road                

Pugsley Close

Cackett Way          

Rampton Close

Colmore Place           

Richmond Close

Cook Close        

Rosier Road

Disley Close               

Savidge Close

Eastwick Close           

Savory Close

Ford Road

Shute Close

Gent Court               

Taylor Close

Johnston Avenue       

Tinkers Road

Lipscomb Avenue      

Wallis Avenue

Relevant proposal documents may be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. They will also be available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro. The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal. For further information, please email highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk

Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 16th July 2026 to highway.consultations@ bedford.gov.uk. Order Title if made will be:

1.  Bedford Borough Council (20mph Zone) (Mason Road and Other Roads, Shortstown) Order 2026.

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL (BUS LANES AND BUS ONLY STREETS, THE BOROUGH OF BEDFORD) CONSOLIDATION ORDER 2014 (AMENDMENT NO.9) ORDER 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on 11th June 2026 Bedford Borough Council made the above Traffic Regulation Order, the effect of which is detailed below:Effect of the Order:

1. To revoke parts of the bus lane in the following locations:

Ampthill Road, Bedford (Northbound)

(i)    From a point approx. 11 metres north of the projected centre of the Technology House south access road and extending southwards for approx. 36.2 metres.

(ii)   From a point approx. 33.9 metres south of the projected centre of the access road leading to the supermarket service yard and extending northwards for approx. 45.6 metres.

(iii)   From a point approx. 7 metres north of the projected centre of the road to the Osborne Court access road and extending southwards for approx. 28.1 metres.

(iv)  From a point approx. 6.4 metres north of the projected centre of Victoria Road and extending southwards for approx. 48.2 metres.

(v)   From a point approx. 15.8 metres south of the projected centre of Ombersley Road and extending northwards for approx. 21.6 metres.

(vi)  From a point approx. 6.5 metres south of the projected centre of the hospital access road and extending southwards for approx. 7 metres.

2.  To introduce “No Waiting at Any Time” and “No Loading at Any Time” restrictions in the following locations: Ampthill Road, Bedford

(i)    From a point approx. 7.7 metres north east of the projected centre of Sexton Avenue and extending northwards for approx. 125 metres.

(ii)   From a point approx. 4.7 metres north west of the projected centre of the Technology House south access road and extending northwards for approx.159.5 metres.

(iii)   On the southern kerb of the Technology House north access road starting from the projected centre of the junction with Ampthill Road and extending westwards for approx. 13.7 metres

(iv)  From a point approx.12.6 metres north west of the projected centre of the Technology House north access road and extending northwards for approx. 79.1 metres.

3.  To introduce “No Waiting at Any Time” restrictions in the following location Ampthill Road, Bedford

(i)    On the southern kerb of the junction of the access road leading to the supermarket service yard (starting from end of existing double yellow lines), extending in a south westerly direction for approx. 6.3 metres.

4.  To introduce “No Loading at Any Time” restrictions in the following locations Ampthill Road, Bedford

(i)    From a point approx. 6.5 metres west of the projected centre of Westville Road and extending southwards for approx. 164.1 metres.

(ii)   From a point approx. 7.5 metres west of the projected centre of the Osborne Court access road and extending southwards for approx. 252.8 metres.

(iii)   From the projected centre of the Victoria Road junction and extending southwards for approx. 61.7 metres

(iv)  From the projected centre of the Victoria Road junction and extending northwards for approx. 57.9 metres.

(v)   From the projected centre of the Ombersley Road junction and extending southwards for a length of 15.5 metres.

(vi)  From the projected centre of the Ombersley Road junction and extending northwards for approx. 85.2 metres

Date of Operation This Order will come into force on 29th June 2026 or as soon as practicable after this date.

A Copy of the Order may be viewed at www.bedford.gov.uk implementedtro 

High Court Challenge: Any person who desires to question the validity of this Order or any provision contained therein on the grounds that it is not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 or on the grounds that any requirement of that Act has not been complied with in relation to the Order may, within six weeks of the date of this Notice, make application for that purpose to the High Court.

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

(BUS LANES AND BUS ONLY STREETS,  

THE BOROUGH OF BEDFORD) CONSOLIDATION  

ORDER 2014 (AMENDMENT NO.11)  ORDER 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on 11th June 2026 Bedford Borough Council made the above Traffic Regulation Order, the effect of which is detailed below:Effect of the Order:

1.  To revoke short sections of the bus lane in the following locations: Bedford Road, Kempston (Northbound)

(i)    From a point approx.106 metres north of the projected centre of Marlborough Park and extending northwards for approx. 22.2 metres.

(ii)   From a point approx. 6.7 metres north of the projected centre of Austin Canons and extending southwards for approx. 27.9 metres.

(iii)   From a point approx. 5.4 metres north of the projected centre of Stafford Road and extending southwards for approx. 9.6 metres.

2.  To introduce “No Loading at Any Time” restrictions in the following locations Bedford Road, Kempston

(i)    From the projected centre of the Marlborough Park junction and extending northwards for approx. 220.4 metres.

(ii)   From the projected centre of the Austin Canons junction and extending northwards for approx. 125.6 metres.

(iii)   From the projected centre of the Stafford Road junction and extending northwards for approx. 21.8 metres.

Date of Operation This Order will come into force on 29th June 2026 or as soon as practicable after this date.

A Copy of the Order may be viewed at www.bedford.gov.uk/implementedtro 

High Court Challenge: Any person who desires to question the validity of this Order or any provision contained therein on the grounds that it is not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 or on the grounds that any requirement of that Act has not been complied with in relation to the Order may, within six weeks of the date of this Notice, make application for that purpose to the High Court.

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSES TO INTRODUCE A DESIGNATED “DOCTOR PERMIT  HOLDER PARKING PLACE” IN STATION ROAD, SHARNBROOK

Reason for Proposal:

Bedford Borough Council proposes to introduce a “Doctor Permit Holder Parking Place” to facilitate the operational needs of the medical practice by ensuring that authorised medical practitioners have ready access to parking when undertaking essential duties, including home visits. Effect of the Proposal:

1.  To introduce a “Doctor Permit Holder Parking Place” on the following length of road:

A  Station Road, Sharnbrook

On its south western kerb, starting 20.5 metres west of the projected centre of Tythe Close and extending in a south westerly direction for 7.8 metres.

Relevant proposal documents may be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. They will also be available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro. The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal. For further information, please contact email highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 16th July 2026 to highway.consultations@ bedford.gov.uk. Order Title if made will be:

1.  Bedford Borough Council (Station Road, Sharnbrook) (Doctor Permit Holder Parking Place) Order 2026

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSES TO INTRODUCE A NEW WAITING RESTRICTION IN PARK LANE, SHARNBROOK

Reason for Proposal:

Bedford Borough Council proposes to introduce a “No Waiting at Any Time” restriction to ensure safety and visibility. Effect of the Proposal:

1.  To introduce a ‘No waiting at any time’ restriction on the following length of road:

A   Park Lane. Sharnbrook

On the eastern kerbline, from the northern boundary of No.2 Park Lane, extending south-eastwards for 24 metres.

Relevant proposal documents may be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. They will also be available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro. The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal. For further information, please contact email highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 16th July 2026 to highway.consultations@ bedford.gov.uk. Order Title if made will be:

1.  Bedford Borough Council (Park Lane, Sharnbrook)(Prohibition of Waiting) Order 2026

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSES TO INTRODUCE NEW WAITING RESTRICTIONS ON VARIOUS ROADS IN THE DE PARYS WARD, BEDFORD

Reason for Proposal:

Bedford Borough Council proposes to introduce new waiting restrictions in various roads within the De Parys Ward, Bedford. These restrictions are to improve Highway Safety and to maintain junction visibility and safety for drivers and pedestrians alike.

Effect of the Order:

1.  To introduce ‘No waiting at any time’ restrictions on the following lengths of roads:

A    Abrahams Close, Bedford From the projected centre line on its eastern kerb extending in a northerly direction and continuing around the extent of Abrahams Close, no waiting 9am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday.

B     Appledore Road, Bedford

(i)    On its eastern kerb, adjacent to properties 33 and 17, new

(ii)   no waiting at any time, extending for a distance of approx. 8.5 metres. On its western kerb, extending from existing no waiting at any time restriction, for a distance of approx. 24 metres in a northerly direction.

C     Park Avenue, Bedford

(i)    From existing no waiting at any time restrictions, for a distance of approx. 7.2 metres in a north westerly direction.

D     Caves Lane, Bedford Extending in a southerly direction for approx. 7.5 metres from the existing no waiting at any time restriction.

E     Mallard Hill, Bedford

(i)    From the projected centre of Rooksmead and Mallard Hill, on its eastern kerb for a distance of approx. 11 metres in an easterly direction.

(ii)   From the projected centre of Rooksmead with Mallard Hill, on its western kerb, for a distance of approx. 50 metres in a westerly direction.

(iii)   From the projected boundary line of 124 Mallard Hill, on its  western kerb, extending for a distance of approx. 45 metres in a north westerly direction.

(iv)  From the projected boundary line of 124 Mallard Hill, on its  eastern kerb, extending for a distance of approx. 45 metres in a westerly direction.

(v)   From the projected boundary line of 124 Mallard Hill, on its  eastern kerb, extending for a distance of approx. 15 metres in a easterly direction.

(vi)  From the projected boundary line of 13 Mallard Hill on its northeastern kerb, extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of approx. 25 metres. From the projected boundary line of 14 Mallard hill, on its southern kerb extending for a distance of approx. 24.5 metres in a westerly direction.

F     Robin Hill, Bedford

(i)    From the projected centre line of Robin Hill and Rooksmead,  on its northern kerb, extending in a northerly direction for  approx. 13.5 metres.

(ii)   From the projected centre line of Robin Hill and Rooksmead, on its western kerb, extending in a westerly direction for approx. 13.5 metres.

Relevant proposal documents are available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro and may also be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal. For further information, please email highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk

Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 16th July 2026 to highway.consultations@ bedford.gov.uk. Order Title if made will be:

1.  Bedford Borough Council (Bedford Urban Area (North of the River Excluding Queens Park and CPZ Areas)) (Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting and Loading and Parking Places) Order 2009 (Amendment No.118) Order 2026.

Dated: 25th June 2026

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