Suffolk - Multiple Temporary Closures Due To Various Works

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL ROAD
TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF FOOTPATH 3, SANTON DOWNHAM

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing Footpath 3, Santon Downham from the junction with Thetford Road for 2km southbound to facilitate sewage infrastructure works. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

The diversion route will be the junction with Green Road for 740 metres eastbound then going southbound until the junction with footpath 3 and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 29/01/2027 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 6 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Alex Bowers of Forestry England. Tel: 07920 722382.
Email: alex.bowers@forestryengland.uk

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U2030 CLAPGATE LANE, U2022 POWLING ROAD AND U2025 BENACRE ROAD, IPSWICH

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the following roads
● U2030 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich from Cliff Lane to Raeburn Road
● U2022 Powling Road, Ipswich from Clapgate Lane to number 33 Powling Road
● U2025 Benacre Road, Ipswich from Clapgate Lane to number 57 Benacre Road

This is to facilitate footway slurry sealing works. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Clapgate Lane, Landseer Road, Nacton Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 11/09/2026 from 9am - 3pm. If necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Suffolk Highways. Tel: 0345 606 6171.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U2666 BRITANNIA ROAD, IPSWICH

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the U2666 Britannia Road, Ipswich from Woodbridge Road to Spring Road to facilitate a new electricity supply. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Woodbridge Road, Woodbridge Road East, Spring Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 11/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Highway Safety Management. Tel: (01473) 554385.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE B1067 THE STREET, BRAMFORD

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the B1067 The Street, Bramford from the junction with Acton Road to the junction with Stoddard Road to facilitate bus stop access improvement works. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be The Street, Fitzgerald Road, the B1113, The Street and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 08/09/2026 from 9.30am - 2.30pm. If necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Suffolk Highways. Tel: 0345 606 6171.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE C733 DORKING TYE, ASSINGTON

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the C733 Dorking Tye, Assington from Stantons Farm to Abbots Meadow to facilitate ducting works. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Dorking Tye, Assington Road, Cuckoo Hill, the B1508, Spout Lane, Upper Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 11/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to C and L Construction Ltd. Tel: 07549 856716.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE F8940 REDE WAY UNASSOCIATED FOOTWAY, GREAT CORNARD

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the F8940 Rede Way Unassociated Footway, Great Cornard from number 60 for 20 metres south eastbound to facilitate stop tap replacements. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

The diversion route will be Rede Way Unassociated Footway, Raydon Way Unassociated Footway and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 09/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to TBF Traffic. Tel: (01449) 490865.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U5686 HEATHERHAYES, IPSWICH

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the U5686 Heatherhayes, Ipswich from Belstead Road to LaurelHaves to facilitate gas mains replacement. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Belstead Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 28/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to TMO Highways Limited. Tel: 01379 676462.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U4005 HIGH STREET AND C41 FONNEREAU ROAD, IPSWICH

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the following roads
● U4005 High Street, Ipswich
● C41 Fonnereau Road from Anglesea Road to Bridle Way

This is to facilitate carriageway resurfacing. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Fonnereau Road, Crown Street, St Matthews Street, Berners Street, Anglesea Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 12/09/2026 from 7pm - 5am but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Suffolk Highways. Tel: 0345 606 6171.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE C427 THE GREEN AND THE STREET AND U4929 HEATH ROAD, HESSETT

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the;
● C427 The Green, Hessett from the junction with Heath Road for 140 metres southbound
● C427 The Street, Hessett from the junction with Heath Road for 40 metres northbound and;
● U4929 Heath Road, Hessett from the junction with The Street for 50 metres westbound

This is to facilitate the installation of a water main. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Bury Road, Ipswich Road, New Road, Kingshall Street, Rougham Road, Church Road, Hollybush Corner, Felsham Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 27/10/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to TBF Traffic. Tel: (01449) 490865.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U4040 SHERRINGTON ROAD, THE 4047 PINE VIEW ROAD, THE U4046 PARK VIEW ROAD, THE U4048 PINE AVENUE, THE U4050 COTSWOLD AVENUE AND THE U4049 CHELTENHAM AVENUE, IPSWICH

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the following roads in the following phases:

1.      

• The U4040 Sherrington Road, Ipswich from no. 30 to Pine View Road
  ● The U4047 Pine View Road, Ipswich from Park View Road to Sherrington Road

2.      

• The U4046 Park View Road, Ipswich from Cotswold Avenue to Pine Avenue
  ● The U4047 Pine View Road, Ipswich from Sherrington Road to Park View Road
  ● The U4048 Pine Avenue, Ipswich from Park View Road to Pine View Road

3,4 and 5.
● The U4046 Park View Road, Ipswich from Dales View Road to Cotswold Avenue
● The U4047 Pine View Road, Ipswich from the junction with Park View Road for 20 metres southbound
● The U4048 Pine Avenue, Ipswich from the junction with Park View Road for 20 metres southbound
● The U4050 Cotswold Avenue, Ipswich from Park View Road to Cheltenham Avenue

6.      

• The U4049 Cheltenham Avenue, Ipswich from Cotswold Avenue to no. 51 Cheltenham Avenue
  ● The U4050 Cotswold Avenue, Ipswich from no. 15 to no. 3

7.      

• The U4049 Cheltenham Avenue, Ipswich from number 49 to Cotswold Avenue
  ● The U4050 Cotswold Avenue, Ipswich from Cheltenham Avenue to Dale Hall Lane

This is to facilitate a gas replacement scheme. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion routes will be:

1. Norwich Road and vice versa
2. Norwich Road and vice versa
   3, 4 and 5. Norwich Road, Valley Road, Dale Hall Lane and vice versa
3. Dale Hall Lane, Valley Road, Norwich Road, Sherrington Road, Pine View Road, Park View Road and vice versa
4. Park View Road, Sherrington Road, Norwich Road, Valley Road, Dale Hall Lane and vice versa

It is intended that the closure will operate from:

1. 07/09/2026 - 21/09/2026
2. 21/09/2026 - 05/10/2026
   3, 4 and 5. 05/10/2026 - 19/10/2026
3. 19/10/2026 - 02/11/2026
4. 02/11/2026 - 16/11/2026

If necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister). Enquiries should be made to TMO Highways Limited. Tel: (01379) 676462.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF BRIDLEWAY 21, DEBENHAM

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing Bridleway 21, Debenham from Bridleway 24 for 100 metres north eastbound to facilitate the installation of a drainage pipe. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

The diversion route will be Bridleway 24, Bridleway 20 and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 11/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 6 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Peter Roberts of Sustainable Water Solutions Ltd. Tel: 07836 402894. Email: pete@sustainablewatersolutions.co.uk

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U6136 BACK STREET, LAKENHEATH

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the following roads in the following phases:

1. The U6136 Back Street, Lakenheath from the junction with Summerfield for 30 metres northbound
2. The U6136 Back Street, Lakenheath from number 13 for 40 metres southbound

This is to facilitate remedial works to fix a water leak. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Back Route, Mill Road, the B1112, Back Street and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from:

1. 07/09/2026 from 8am - 11.59pm
2. 08/09/2026 - 10/09/2026

If necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to KHS Traffic Management. Tel: 07745 647799.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U6026 WILDMERE LANE, HOLYWELL ROW

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the U6026 Wildmere Lane, Holywell Row from the junction with Fen Street to the junction with The Street to facilitate the installation of a fibre network. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be St Johns Street, Aspal Lane, Wildmere Street and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 15/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to ABC Telecoms Limited.
Tel: 07498 904219.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U8018 LINKWOOD ROAD, LITTLE WHELNETHAM

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the U8018 Linkwood Road, Little Whelnetham from the junction with Bury Road for 800 metres northbound to facilitate waterworks. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Bury Road, Church Road, Rougham Road, Kingshall Street, Moat Lane, The Green and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 16/10/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to TBF Traffic. Tel: (01449) 490865.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U5506 BENNETT AVENUE AND U5512 DETTINGEN WAY, BURY ST EDMUNDS

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the following roads in the following phases:

1. U5506 Bennett Avenue, Bury St Edmunds from the junction with Newmarket Road for 10 metres westbound
   U5512 Dettingen Way, Bury St Edmunds from the junction with Newmarket Road for 30 metres southbound
2. U5512 Dettingen Way, Bury St Edmunds from Hal Leonard for 30 metres southbound

This is to facilitate gas mains replacement. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion routes will be:
Bennett Avenue - Oliver Road, Newmarket Road and vice versa.
Dettingen Way - Dettingen Way, Newmarket Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closures will operate from:

1. Bennett Avenue - 07/09/2026 - 05/10/2026
   Dettingen Way - 14/09/2026 - 05/10/2026
2. 17/10/2026 - 07/11/2026

If necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to TMO Highways Limited. Tel: (01379) 676462.

TEMPORARY 30 MPH SPEED RESTRICTION ON THE A137 IPSWICH ROAD, BENTLEY AND WHERSTEAD

Suffolk County Council has made an order for a temporary 30mph speed restriction on the following roads:
● A137 Ipswich Road, Bentley from 80 metres north of Church Road to Ipswich Road, Wherstead.
● A137 Ipswich Road, Wherstead from Ipswich Road, Bentley to Ipswich Road, Tattingstone.

This is to facilitate safety during carriageway improvement works. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

It is intended that this measure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 28/09/2026 from 9pm - 5am but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to National Highways. Tel: 0300 123 5000.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE C520 ABBEY HILL, HOXNE

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the C520 Abbey Hill, Hoxne from property Abbeview to property Appleton to facilitate pole testing. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Abbey Hill, Goldbrook, Eye Road, Nuttery Vale, Cross Street and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate on 08/09/2026 from 9.30am - 3.30pm but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Sunbelt Rentals. Tel: 0370 050 0792.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE 30MPH SPEED RESTRICTION ON PART OF THE B1121 ROAD FROM THE A12 TO THE A1094, FRISTON

Suffolk County Council has made an order for a temporary 30 mph speed restriction on the B1121 road from the A12 to the A1094, Friston from 280 metres east of the junction with Sandy Lane to 55 metres north of the junction with Church Road to facilitate construction works, kerb lines and drain installation. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

It is intended that this measure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 25/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Taylor Woodrow. Tel: 07809 366218.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE C569 WORKHOUSE ROAD, THORNHAM MAGNA

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the C569 Workhouse Road, Thornham Magna from the junction with the A140 for 270 metres westbound to facilitate pole testing. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be the A140, the A143, the B1113, Wickham Road, Finningham, Finningham Road, The Street, Wickham Road Thornham Magna and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate on 08/09/2026 from 9.30am - 3.30pm but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Sunbelt Rentals. Tel: 0370 050 0792.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE C344 THE STREET, BOYTON

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the C344 The Street, Boyton from Sea Horse for 30 metres westbound to facilitate the replacement of water frame cover. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Dock Farm Road, Holesley Road, Capel St Andrew Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 09/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to TBF Traffic. Tel: (01449) 490865.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U4900 HEATH ROAD, NORTON

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the U4900 Heath Road, Norton from the junction with Ixworth Road to property Sweet Briers to facilitate the installation of fibre network. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be Heath Road, Norton Road, The Green, Church Road, Woolpit Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 25/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to ABC Telecoms Limited. Tel: 07498904219.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE U3126 MARCUS ROAD, FELIXSTOWE

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the U3126 Marcus Road, Felixstowe from the junction with High Road for 20 metres southbound to facilitate a gas disconnection. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be High Road East, Golf Road and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 09/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to Sunbelt Rentals. Tel: 0370 050 0792.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE C311 POTASH FARM ROAD, DALLINGHOO

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the C311 Potash Farm Road, Dallinghoo from Potash Farm for 30 metres southbound to facilitate repairs to a water manhole cover. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period. Access will be open for pedestrians and cyclists.

The diversion route will be the B1078, Woodbridge Road, Debach, Debach Road, Boulge, Scotts Lane, Boulge, Scotts Lane, Bredfield and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 08/09/2026 from 8am - 6pm but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to TBF Traffic. Tel: (01449) 490865.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PART OF THE FOOTWAY BESIDE NUMBER 8 ELM LANE, CAPEL ST MARY

Suffolk County Council has made an order closing the Footway beside number 8 Elm Lane, Capel St Mary from Rembrow Road to The Street Footway for 40 metres eastbound to facilitate laying ducts in footway and verge to link communication boxes. Other co-ordinated works may also take place during this period.

The diversion route will be Rembrow Road to The Street Footway, Rembrow Road, Elm Lane and vice versa.

It is intended that the closure will operate from 07/09/2026 - 11/09/2026 but, if necessary, the order may remain in force for 18 months (or longer if extended by the Minister).

Enquiries should be made to C and L Construction Ltd. Tel: 07549 856716.

Date: 05/09/2026
Nigel Inniss, Head of Governance, Suffolk County Council, Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX