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Essex - Multiple Temporary Road Closures and Clearway Restrictions
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Essex County Council
(Coach Road, Great Horkesley) (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 Coach Road, Great Horkesley in the City of Colchester, from a point approximately 65m south west of its junction with Nayland Road for a distance of approximately 2180m in a south westerly then north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 28th September 2026 for 18 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP201EH2408606 – 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 London Road, A134, Coach Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 10th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Cowdray Avenue Service Road, Colchester) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway) 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:
1. To temporarily close that length of Cowdray Avenue Service Road, Colchester in the City of Colchester, from a point approximately 65m north then north west of its junction with Cowdray Avenue for a distance of approximately 20m in a westerly direction.
2. To temporarily introduce a ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ in the above length of road for the duration of the closure only.
The Essex County Council (Borough of Colchester) (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 suspend any existing parking and waiting restrictions on the above length of road only. All other restrictions and exemptions contained in the aforementioned Order and Amendments to that Order shall remain in force.
The closure/clearway is scheduled to commence on 28th September 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03168539920/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/clearway is required for the safety of the public and workforce while pipe repair works are undertaken by Anglian Water Business (National).
An alternative route is available via Cowdray Avenue. (with access only into Cowdray Avenue Service Road).
The Order will come into effect on 10th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Coggeshall Road, Ardleigh/Dedham) (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 Coggeshall Road, Ardleigh/Dedham in the District of Tendring and City of Colchester, from the junction of Harwich Road to the junction of Long Road West a distance of approximately 1430m. The closure is scheduled to commence on 30th September 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP201EH2412081 EP201EH2412081A – 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 A137, B1029, Long Road, West and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 10th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Cymbeline Way, Colchester) (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 Cymbeline Way, Colchester in the City of Colchester, from its junction with Spring Lane Roundabout for a distance of approximately 100m in a north easterly direction and from its junction with Spring Lane Roundabout for a distance of approximately 60m in a south easterly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 1st October 2026 for 5 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC311001WH3FLP2R – 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 duct laying works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via: A133, A1124, A134, A133 and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 10th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Mill Lane, Dedham) (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 Mill Lane, Dedham in the City of Colchester, from a point approximately 215m north east of its junction with High Street for a distance of approximately 220m in a north easterly then north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 28th September 2026 for 5 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC311001WH3D222R – 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 ducting works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via B1029, A12, A1232, A133, A137, B1029 and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 10th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Various Roads, District of Tendring) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic & Temporary Introduction of a Clearway) (No.15) 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 Tendring as specified in the Schedule.
A temporary ‘No Waiting, No Loading and No Stopping’ restriction will be introduced on both sides of the 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 (Tendring District) (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 suspend 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 10th September 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 road.
For all enquiries, please contact our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7631.
The Order will come into effect on 10th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
Schedule
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Road |
Description |
Alternative Route |
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Frinton Road, Kirby Cross |
From its junction with Holland Road to its junction with Connaught Avenue a distance of approximately 2005m. |
B1033, B1034, B1336 and vice versa. |
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Clacton Road, Thorrington/Great Bentley & Holly Bush Hill, Great Bentley & Flag Hill, Great Bentley/St Osyth & Colchester Road, St Osyth |
From the junction of Frating Abbey Farm Road for a distance of approximately 4170m in a south easterly, south westerly then south easterly direction. |
B1027, A133, B1029, B1027 and vice versa. |
(The Tye Road/Wick Road, Great Bentley & Bentley Road, St Osyth)
(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:
1. To temporarily close that length of Bentley Road/Wick Road, Great Bentley/St Osyth in the District of Tendring, from a point approximately 480m south west of the junction with High Birch Road for a distance of approximately 830m in a south westerly, north westerly then south westerly direction.
2. To temporarily close that length of The Tye Road, Great Bentley in the District of Tendring, from both of its junctions with Wick Road for a distance of approximately 480m in a north easterly then north westerly direction.
The closures are scheduled to commence on 28th September 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC311003WGPWM35H, BC311004WGPWM35H & BC311005WGPWM35H – 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 cabling works are undertaken by Openreach.
An alternative route is available via:
1. Wick Road, Aingers Green Road, Plough Road, Weeley Road, Shair Lane, A133, B1441, Bentley Road and vice versa.
2. The Tye Road, Lovers Lane, St Marys Road, Aingers Green Road, Wick Road and vice versa.
The Order will come into effect on 10th September 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Bakers Lane, 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 Bakers Lane, Colchester in the City of Colchester, from a point approximately 40m south west of its junction with Braiswick for a distance of approximately 130m in a south westerly then north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 17th September 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03768455348 – 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 manhole cover repairs works are undertaken by Anglian Water Business (National).
An alternative route is available via Bakers Lane, Spring Lane North, Spring Lane Roundabout, A133, A1124, Wood Lane, Porters Cottages, Fiddlers Hill, Mill Road, Church Road, Plummers Road, Wormingford Road, Fordham Road, Packards Lane, B1508 and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 27th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Old House Road, Great Horkesley) (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 Old House Road, Great Horkesley in the City of Colchester, from its junction with The Causeway to its junction with Coach Road a distance of approximately 1210m. The closure is scheduled to commence on 14th September 2026 for 4 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP201EH2385407 – 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 Coach Road, A134 and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 27th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Station Road, Thorrington) (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, Thorrington in the District of Tendring, from its junction with Church Road for a distance of approximately 555m in a south westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 14th September 2026 for 3 days, or where stated on a valid permit (KA250GCX006221 – 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 ducting works are undertaken by Gigaclear.
An alternative route is available via B1029, B1027, A133 and vice versa (with access only into B1029).
The Order came into effect on 27th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(West Street, Wivenhoe) (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 West Street, Wivenhoe in the City of Colchester, from its junction with High Street for a distance of approximately 10m in a north westerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 14th September 2026 for 14 days, or where stated on a valid permit (EP02231014977 – T.H Moss & Sons). 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 scaffolding works are undertaken by (T.H Moss & Sons).
An alternative route is available via B1028, High Street and vice versa. (with access only into West Street).
The Order came into effect on 27th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Station Road, Tiptree) (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, Tiptree in the City of Colchester, from its junction with Surrey Lane for a distance of approximately 60m in a south westerly direction.
The closure is scheduled to commence on 16th September 2026 for 1 day, or where stated on a valid permit (AD03768412069 – 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 manhole replacement works are undertaken by Anglian Water Business (National).
An alternative route is available via Station Road, B1022, B1023, Station Road and vice versa.
The Order came into effect on 27th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
(Woodside Close, 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 Woodside Close, Colchester in the City of Colchester, from its junction with Churnwood Road for a distance of approximately 65m in a southerly direction. The closure is scheduled to commence on 14th September 2026 for 12 days, or where stated on a valid permit (BC411002WH2K3G9Z – 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 joint box repairs works are undertaken by Openreach.
No alternative route is available.
The Order came into effect on 27th August 2026 and may continue in force for 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.
DATED: 3RD SEPTEMBER 2026
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