Loddon and Chedgrave - Proposed Speed Limits, Cycle Track and Bus Stop Clearways

THE NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

(LODDON AND CHEDGRAVE)

PROPOSED SPEED LIMIT REDUCTION AND CYCLE TRACK/FOOTWAY AND BUS STOP CLEARWAY NOTICE 2026

Norfolk County Council propose to make the following Orders under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984:

The Norfolk County Council (Loddon and Chedgrave, Various Roads)

(20 mph Speed Limit) Consolidation and Variation Order 202X

The effect of the Order is to:

1. consolidate The Norfolk County Council (Loddon and Chedgrave, Various Roads) (20 mph Speed Limit) Consolidation Order 2019 whereby the 20 mph speed limit on the existing lengths of road specified in that Order will not be changed apart from the length of road set out in point 2 below; and

2. vary the existing reference to the C554 Beccles Road/High Street/Bridge Street/Norwich Road and replace the current description with "From a Point 281 metres south-east of its junction with the C385 Norton Road northwards to a point 85 metres north-west of its junction with the C202 Langley Road". This is an extension of 101 metres into the existing 30 mph restriction.

3. vary the existing Order whereby the lengths of the existing restrictions remain the same, but road descriptions are updated for clarity.

The Norfolk County Council (Loddon and Chedgrave, Various Roads)

(30 mph Speed Limit) Consolidation and Variation Order 202X

The effect of the Order is to:

1. consolidate The Norfolk County Council (Loddon and Chedgrave, Various Roads) (30mph Speed Limit) Order 2013 whereby the 30 mph speed limit on the existing lengths of road specified in that Order will not be changed apart from the C554 Beccles Road set out in point 2 below; and

2. vary the existing reference to the C554 Beccles Road and replace the current description with "From a Point 281 metres south-east of its junction with the C385 Norton Road south-eastwards and eastwards to a point 147 metres east of its eastern junction with U71280 Little Money Road". This is a reduction of 101 metres which would become a 20 mph restriction as set out above.

3. vary the existing Order whereby the length of the existing restriction on U71280 Little Money Road remains the same, but the road description is updated for clarity.

Speed Limit Orders are proposed to be consolidated for clarity and efficient administration of the restrictions. As part of the consolidation the existing Orders are being updated to reflect current legislation, or are being clarified to make them clearer, or are being amended to correct minor errors. The reference of ‘vehicles’ is being updated to ‘motor vehicles’ to reflect current legislation.

Norfolk County Council give notice of the following shared use cycle track and bus stop clearways:

The Norfolk County Council (Loddon, Beccles Road)

Shared Use Footway/Cycle Track Notice 2026

As required under Sections 65(1), 66(1) and 66(4) of the Highways Act 1980, Notice is hereby given that Norfolk County Council propose to install a shared-use footway/cycle track (with rights of way on foot) at the following location in the Town of Loddon:-Installation of Shared Use Footway/Cycle Track

The reason for the proposals is to enable pedestrians and cyclists to use the route safely and conveniently while accommodating increased demand generated by the adjacent housing development. The existing footway will be converted to a Shared Use Footway/Cycle Track and will be widened to have a width of 3 metres. Pedestrians and cyclists will have joint use and will not be segregated.

The Norfolk County Council (Loddon, Beccles Road)

(Bus Stop Clearway) Notice 2026

Notice is hereby given that Norfolk County Council propose to introduce bus stop clearways as defined in Schedule 7 of the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016 and the associated no stopping at any time restrictions for any vehicles, except buses at the following locations in Loddon:

The bus stop clearways will ensure unhindered access for bus services. These measures are intended to keep the area around the bus stop free from vehicles, ensuring buses can safely and efficiently pull in and out without obstruction. This helps maintain smooth traffic flow, enhances passenger safety by providing a clear boarding zone, and improves visibility for both bus drivers and other road users.

A copy of the draft Orders, a plan and Statement of Reasons for making the Orders and existing orders can be viewed online at www.norfolk.citizenspace.com. Copies are also available for inspection at Norfolk County Council, County Hall, Martineau Lane, Norwich, NR1 2DH and at the offices of South Norfolk Council, Horizon Business Centre, Peachman Way, Norwich, NR7 0WF, during normal office hours. Online viewing is recommended.

Any objections and representations relating to the proposed Orders must be made in writing and must specify the grounds on which they are made. Comments may also be made in relation to the Cycle Track/Footway Conversion Notice and Bus Stop Clearway Notice. All correspondence for these proposals must be received at the office of nplaw, Norfolk County Council, County Hall, Martineau Lane, Norwich, NR1 2DH, marked for the attention of the nplaw Traffic Regulation Order Team by 29th September 2026. They may also be emailed to trafficorders@norfolk.gov.uk

The officer dealing with the public enquiries concerning these proposals is Mr A Chase and can be contacted by telephone 0344 800 8020.

DATED this 4th day of September 2026

Katrina Hulatt, Director of Legal Services (NPLaw), County Hall, Martineau Lane, Norwich NR1 2DH

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