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Uttlesford, Essex - Multiple Temporary Road and Footpath Closures for Utility and Highway Works
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Essex County Council
(Footpath 91, Thaxted) (Temporary Prohibition of Use) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended).
Effect of the order: To temporarily close Footpath 91, Thaxted in the District of Uttlesford from its junction with Bolford Street north for approximately 20 metres.
Diversion will be around the compound area.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 06 July 2026 to 17 July 2026 where appropriate signs are showing and weather permitting. The closure is required for the safety of the public, while the installation of the compound takes place, which is needed to complete the strengthening works at Borough Bridge.
The Order will come into effect on 06 July 2026 may continue in force for 6 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Chrishall Grange Road, Chrishall) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Chrishall Grange Road, Chrishall in the District of Uttlesford, from a point approximately 340m north east then north west of its junction with Crawley End Road for a distance of approximately 100m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 30th July 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC4110101WGNKDH5V – Openreach). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while pole replacement works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Chrishall Grange Road, Hertford Lane, Mill Causeway, Heydon Lane, Fowlmere Road, Heydon Road, Newmarket Road, Chrishall Road, Chrishall Grange Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 9th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Crawley End Road, Chrishall) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Crawley End Road, Chrishall in the District of Uttlesford, from its junction with Engleric to its junction with Pinkneys a distance of approximately 70m. The closure is scheduled to commence on 30th July 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411001WGNTVG1C – Openreach Limited). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while pole replacement works are undertaken by Openreach Limited.
An alternative route is available via Crawley End Road, Mill Causeway, Abrams Lane, Palmers Lane, Crawley End Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 9th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Frambury Lane, Newport) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Frambury Lane, Newport in the District of Uttlesford, from a point approximately 195m south west of its junction with Cherry Garden Lane for a distance of approximately 30m in a south westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 28th July 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (MX04410291816 – Affinity Water Limited). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while fire hydrant repair works are undertaken by Affinity Water Limited.
No alternative route is available.
The Order will come into effect on 9th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Hertford Lane, Elmdon) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Hertford Lane, Elmdon in the District of Uttlesford, from a point approximately 450m south east of its junction with Mill Causeway for a distance of approximately 535m in a south easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 28th July 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411001WGNT4C9M – Openreach Limited). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while pole replacement works are undertaken by Openreach Limited.
An alternative route is available via Hertford Lane, Mill Causeway, Crawley End Road, The Green, High Street, Hollow Road, Royston Road, Essex Hill, Heydon Lane and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 9th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Littlebury Green Road, Elmdon & Littlebury) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order:
- To temporarily close that length of Littlebury Green Road, Elmdon in the District of Uttlesford, from a point approximately 340m north east of its junction with Royston Road for a distance of approximately 100m in a north easterly direction.
- To temporarily close that length of Littlebury Green Road, Littlebury in the District of Uttlesford, from a point approximately 1110m north east, south east then north east of its junction with Roydon Road for a distance of approximately 100m in a north easterly direction.
The closures are scheduled to commence on 27th July 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on valid permit (BC411001WGMV674T & BC411001WGMV5W7X – Openreach). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closures are required for the safety of the public and workforce while pole replacement are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via Littlebury Green Road, B1029, B1383, Chestnut Avenue, Littlebury Green Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 9th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Langley Lower Green, Langley) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Langley Lower Green, Langley in the Uttlesford, from a point approximately 800m south east of its junction with Bull Lane for a distance of approximately 25m
.in a south easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 27th July 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (MX04410314944 – Affinity Water Limited). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while water mains repair works are undertaken by Affinity Water Limited.
An alternative route is available via Park Lane, Bull Lane, Valance Road, Langley Road, Langley Lower Green and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 9th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Various Roads, District of Uttlesford) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) (Streetworks No.2) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council intends, not less than seven days from the date of this notice, to make the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close those lengths of road in the District of Uttlesford, as detailed in the Schedule.
The works are scheduled to commence after 9th July 2026, as stated on a valid permit. The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on One.Network. The roads will be closed to facilitate each phase and then re-opened to the public. Access will be maintained for emergency services. Diversion routes will be signed at each location and residents will be informed of the dates of each phase via letter/leaflet drop and advanced warning signs on the road.
The closures are required for the safety of the public and workforce while gas main upgrade works are undertaken by Cadent.
The Order will come into effect on 9th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule
| Road | Description | Alternative Route |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Kiln Lane, Rickling Green | From a point approximately 30m north west of its junction with Rickling Green Road for a distance of approximately 95m in a south easterly direction. | B1383, B1038, Stortford Road and vice versa (with access only into Rickling Green Road, Poor Bridge Road, Church End and Brick Kiln Lane) |
| Belchams Lane, Rickling Green | From its junction with Rickling Green Road for a distance of approximately 30m in a south easterly direction. | (Not visible in the provided image) |
| Rickling Green Road, Rickling Green | From both of its junctions with Brick Kiln Lane to its junction with Cambridge Road a distance of approximately 550m. | (Not visible in the provided image) |
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Bartlow Road, Hadstock in the District of Uttlesford, from a point approximately 375m south east then north east of its junction with Moules Lane for a distance of approximately 100m in a north easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 13th July 2026 for 2 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411NL002WG6F431C – Openreach Limited). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while pole replacement works are undertaken by Openreach Limited.
An alternative route is available via Bartlow Road, B1052, A1307, Bartlow Road, Dean Road, Hadstock Road, Bartlow Road and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 25th June 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Debden Road, Saffron Walden) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Debden Road, Saffron Walden in the District of Uttlesford, from a point approximately 295m south east of its junction with Landscape View for a distance of approximately 25m in a south easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 15th July 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (MX04410271927 – Affinity Water Ltd). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while framed and cover installation works are undertaken by Affinity Water Ltd.
An alternative route is available via Water Lane, Elder Street, Thaxted Road, Peaslands Road, Mount Pleasant Road and vice versa (with access only into Debden Road, Pleasant Valley, Landscape View, Debden Road, Purton End and Walden Road).
The Order came into effect on 25th June 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Howe Lane, Great Sampford) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Howe Lane, Great Sampford in the District of Uttlesford, from a point approximately 140m north west, north then north west of its junction with Calthorpes Lane for a distance of approximately 50m in a north westerly then north easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 16th July 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (EC30094725462 – UK Power Networks). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while installation upgrade works are undertaken by UK Power Networks.
An alternative route is available via B1055, B1053 and vice versa. (with access only into Howe Green, Church Road).
The Order came into effect on 25th June 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Station Road, Wendens Ambo) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council has made the above Order under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close that length of Station Road, Wendens Ambo in the District of Uttlesford, from its junction with London Road for a distance of approximately 400m in a westerly then south westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 13th July 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (KA1906CECCTNA01209-TG – Gigaclear). The scheduled dates may vary for these works with appropriate signs showing and/or displayed on one.network. The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while remedial reinstatement works are undertaken by Gigaclear.
An alternative route is available via B1383, B1038, B1368, B1039 and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 2nd July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
DATED: 2ND JULY 2026
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