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Essex - Multiple Traffic Notices including 20mph Zone and Temporary Road Closures
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Essex County Council
(Various Roads (East of Bromley Road) Lawford)
(20mph Zone) Order 202*
Notice is hereby given that the Essex County Council proposes to make the above Order under Sections 84(1)(a) and (2), and Part III of Schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended)
Effect of the order: To Implement: a ‘20mph Zone’ on the following length of roads, including any turning heads and private drives
| Road | Description |
|---|---|
| The Avenue | From a point approximately 20 metres east of its junction with Bromley Road, for its entire lengths, to a point approximately 20 metres south of its junction with the B1352 Long Road. |
| Sienna Grove | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| Lennox Drive | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| Tavistock Place | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| Somerset Gardens | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| The Hollies | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| Hebe Gardens | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire lengths. |
| Rose Fields | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| William Way | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| Pax Drive | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| The Ramblings | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length, to its junction with Amelia Drive. |
| Amelia Drive | From its junction with Hebe Gardens, for its entire length, to its junction with Ellis Walk. |
| Ellis Walk | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length. |
| Barleylands | From its junction with Ellis Walk, for its entire length. |
| Badger Grove | From its junction with Ellis Walk, for its entire length. |
| Skylark Lane | From its junction with The Avenue, for its entire length, to its junction with Rose Fields. |
| The Shrublands | From its junction with Skylark Lane, for its entire length. |
www.essexhighways.org/traffic-regulation-orders
If you need to view a hard copy of these documents, please call (or text) 07761 758317 to arrange a suitable time to inspect the documents quoting the below reference number. Documents can be made available for inspection 8.30am–5.30pm Mon-Thurs and 8.30am–5pm on Friday at Essex County Council, County Hall E block main reception, Market Road, Chelmsford, as required. Alternatively, documents can be posted to you upon request.
Objections: Anyone who wishes to make an objection to the proposed scheme should send the grounds for their objection to the above address or via e-mail to TrafficRegulation.Order@essexhighways.org quoting reference TRAF/8693 by 07 August 2026
(Footpath 36, West Mersea)
(Temporary Prohibition of Use) 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, as amended.
Effect of the order: To temporarily close Footpath 36, West Mersea in the City of Colchester, from its junction with Reymead Close to its junction with Vince Close for approximately 38 metres.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 30 July 2026 to 3 August 2026 or where appropriate signs are showing and weather permitting.
The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while footpath patching is undertaken, between the times of 08:00 and 16:00.
Alternative route: Vince Close, Bardfield Road B1025, High Street North, Upland Road, Reymead Close and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 30 July 2026 and may continue in force for 6 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Chapel Street, Rowhedge)
(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 Chapel Street, Rowhedge in the City of Colchester, from a point approximately 20m north west of its junction with Head Street for a distance of approximately 30m in a north westerly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 11th August 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03166463826/G – Anglian Water Business (National)). 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 stop tap replacement works are undertaken by Anglian Water Business (National).
An alternative route is available via Marsh Crescent, Head Street and vice versa. (with access only into Chapel Street).
The Order will come into effect on 23rd July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Kelvedon Road, Tiptree)
(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 Kelvedon Road, Tiptree in the City of Colchester, from its junction with Townsend Road for a distance of approximately 220m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 10th August 2026 – (20:00–05:00) for 3 nights, or where stated on a valid permit (EP4004503799 – Power On). 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 carriageway and footway works are undertaken by Power On.
An alternative route is available via B1023, B1024, A12, B1408, A1124, B1026, B1022, and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 23 July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Recreation Way, Brightlingsea)
(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 Recreation Way, Brightlingsea in the District of Tendring, from its junction with George Avenue to its junction with Bayard Avenue a distance of approximately 90m. The closure is scheduled to commence on 14th August 2026 for 5 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP201EH2396273A – Essex County Council). 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 carriageway patching works are undertaken by Essex County Council.
An alternative route is available via George Avenue, Stanley Avenue, Bayard Avenue and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 23 July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Various Roads, City of Colchester)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway) (No.11) 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 roads in the City of Colchester as specified in the schedule.
- A temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ restriction will be introduced on both sides of carriageway on the above lengths of road for the duration of the closures to facilitate the works. Signs will be installed indicating when the No Waiting restriction will be in force.
The Essex County Council (Colchester Borough) (Prohibition of Waiting, Loading and Stopping) and (On Street Parking Places) (Civil Enforcement Area) Consolidation Order 2019” will be temporarily amended to include the temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping at Any Time’ restriction and suspending any existing parking and waiting restrictions on the above lengths of roads only. All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The works being undertaken will take place within an 18-month period from 23rd July 2026 exact dates will be specified on One.Network. The roads will be closed to facilitate each phase of works 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 roads.
For all enquiries, please contact our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7631.
The Order will come into effect on 23rd July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule V11
| Road | Description | Alternative Route |
|---|---|---|
| Church Lane/The Commons, Colchester | From the junction with Norman Way to the junction with Lexden Road a distance of approximately 1965m | Norman Way, B1022, A1124 and vice versa |
(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 Bakers Lane, Colchester in the City of Colchester, from its junction with The Chase Way for a distance of approximately 20m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 27th July 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03168107606 – Anglian Water Business (National)). 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 stop tap replacement works are undertaken by Anglian Water Business (National).
An alternative route is available via Bakers Lane, B1508, Packards Lane, Fordham Road, Wormingford Road, Plummers Road, Chappel Road, Penlan Hall Lane, A1124, London Road, Cymbeline Way, Spring Lane Roundabout, Spring Lane North and vice versa.
The Order came 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.
(Collingwood Road, Colchester)
(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 Collingwood Road, Colchester in the City of Colchester, from its junction with London Road for a distance of approximately 20m in a south easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 29th July 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03010709913/1 – Anglian Water Business (National)). 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 reinstatement defect works are undertaken by Anglian Water Business (National).
An alternative route is available via Collingwood Road, Clairmont Road, Straight Road, London Road and vice versa.
The Order came 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.
(Greenfield Drive, Great Tey)
(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 Greenfield Drive, Great Tey in the City of Colchester, from a point approximately 40m north east then north of its junction with The Street for a distance of approximately 20m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 27th July 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03168161254 – Anglian Water Business (National)). 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 communication pipe repair works are undertaken by Anglian Water Business (National).
An alternative route is available via The Street, Chappel Road and vice versa (with access only into Greenfield Drive).
The Order came 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.
(Mill Road, West Mersea)
(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 Mill Road, West Mersea in the City of Colchester, from its junction with East Road to its junction with Colchester Road a distance of approximately 320m. The closure is scheduled to commence on 27th July 2026 – (19:30–05:00) for 4 nights, or where stated on a valid permit (EP201EH2392842 – Essex County Council). 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 carriageway patching works are undertaken by Essex County Council.
An alternative route is available via Colchester Road, High Street North, B1025 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, City of Colchester)
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) (Streetworks No.7) 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 those lengths of road in the City of Colchester, as detailed in the Schedule.
The works are scheduled to commence after 16th July 2026, as stated on 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 roundabout improvement works are undertaken by Jackson Civils.
The Order came into effect on 16th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule SW6
| Road | Description | Alternative Route |
|---|---|---|
| St Botolphs Street, Colchester | From its junction with St Botolphs Circus to its junction with Osbourne Street a distance of approximately 55m in both directions | Osbourne Street, Stanwell Street, Southway Eastbound, St Botolphs Circus, Magdalen Street, Brook Street, East Hill, High Street, Queen Street |
| A134 Southway Eastbound, Colchester | From its junction with Headgate to its junction with St Botolphs Circus a distance of approximately 535m | Maldon Road Roundabout, A1124, A133, Greenstead Roundabout, A134, Maldon Road Roundabout and vice versa |
| A134 Southway Westbound, Colchester | From its junction with St Botolphs Circus to its junction with Chapel Street South a distance of approximately 395m | Maldon Road Roundabout, A1124, A133, Greenstead Roundabout, A134, Maldon Road Roundabout |
| St Botolphs Circus, Colchester | Gyratory closure in all approaches | Maldon Road Roundabout, A1124, A133, Greenstead Roundabout, A134, Maldon Road Roundabout and vice versa |
| St Johns Green, Colchester | From its junction with Southway Westbound for a distance of approximately 80m in a westerly direction | Diversion 1: B1025, Napier Road, Circular Road North, Circular Road West, B1026, Wellington Street, Chapel Street South, South Street, Walsingham Road, Flagstaff Road, St Johns Green. Diversion 2: St Johns Green, Flagstaff Road, Walsingham Road, South Street, Chapel Street South, Southway Westbound, B1022, B1026, Wellington Street, Chapel Street South, South Street, Walsingham Road, Flagstaff Road, St Johns Green. |
(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) &
(Temporary Suspension of Bus Gate)
(Osborne Street, Colchester) (Streetworks No.8) 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 those lengths of road in the City of Colchester, as detailed in the Schedule.
- To temporarily suspend the Bus Gate on Osborne Street as cited in “Essex County Council (Osborne Street, Colchester) (Bus Gate) Order 2025” for the phase durations of the closure on Stanwell Street, Colchester only. Signs will clearly be put in place at this location when the suspension of the Bus Gate is in force.
The works are scheduled to commence after 16th 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 and bus gate suspension is required for the safety of the public and workforce while roundabout improvement works are undertaken by Jackson Civils.
The Order came into effect on 16th July 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule SW8
| Road | Description | Alternative Route |
|---|---|---|
| Military Road, Colchester | From both of its junctions with Magdalen Street to its junction with Golden Noble Hill a distance of approximately 125m | Military Road, Roberts Road, B1025, St Botolphs Circus and vice versa |
| Mersea Road, Colchester | From both of its junctions with St Botolphs Circus to its junction with Cromwell Road a distance of approximately 105m | B1025, Berechurch Hall Road, B1026, A1124, B1022 |
| Magdalen Street, Colchester | From its junction with St Botolphs Circus for a distance of approximately 95m in a south easterly direction | A134, A133, A134 and vice versa |
| Magdalen Street, Colchester | From its junction with Military Road to its junction with St Botolphs Circus a distance of approximately 90m | A134, A133, A134 and vice versa |
| Stanwell Street, Colchester | From its junction with Osborne Street to its junction with Southway Eastbound a distance of approximately 90m | Osborne Street, St Johns Street, Crouch Street East, Balkerne Hill Southbound, Maldon Road Roundabout, A1124, A133, Ipswich Road Roundabout, A12, East Street, East Hill, Queen Street, Osborne Street, Brook Street, A134 |
| Osborne Street, Colchester (Directional Eastbound Lane Only) | From its junction with Whitewell Road to its junction with Vineyard Gate a distance of approximately 25m | Crouch Street East, Balkerne Hill Southbound, Maldon Road Roundabout, A1124, A133, Ipswich Road Roundabout, A12, East Street, East Hill, Queen Street, Osborne Street |
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16-Jul-2026
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