Dorset - Multiple Temporary Road Closures due to Works

Dorset Council

Temporary Closure of Swyre Road, West Bexington

DORSET COUNCIL intend, for less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Section 14 [1] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along SWYRE ROAD, WEST BEXINGTON, in its entirety. The Order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users. It will come into operation on 30 September 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months, however, it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 06 October 2026.

This Order will enable Dorset Council to carry out carriageway maintenance works.

A locally signed diversion route will be put in place to enable traffic to travel around the closed sections.

If you would like further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, please call Dorset Highways on 01305 228100. For further information concerning this Order, please call the Traffic Team on 01305 221020.

Dated: 10 September 2026

JAN BRITTON, Executive Director for Economy & Environment - Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester DT1 1XJ. Any person who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the Notice will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1000.

Temporary Closure of Fairfield Road, Dorchester

DORSET COUNCIL has made an Order under Section 14 [1] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along FAIRFIELD ROAD, DORCHESTER between its junctions with the car park access and Weymouth Avenue, a distance of approximately 45 metres. The Order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations, which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users. It will come into operation on 28 September 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months, however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 27 November 2026.

This Order will enable Dorset Council to carry out drainage & place-making works.

A locally signed diversion route will be put in place to enable pedestrian, cyclist & equine traffic to travel around the closed sections.

If you would like further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, please call Dorset Highways on 01305 228100, and concerning this Order please call 01305 22 1020. Find this information online: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk//roadworks-events

Dated: 10 September 2026

JAN BRITTON, Executive Director for Economy & Environment - Dorset Council, Dorchester DT1 1XJ. Any person who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the Notice will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1000.

Temporary Closure of B3157, Abbotsbury

DORSET COUNCIL intend, not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Section 14 [1] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along B3157, ABBOTSBURY between its junction with Back Street and its junction with Glebe Close, a distance of approximately 430 metres. The order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations, which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users. It will come into operation on 28 September 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months, however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 09 October 2026

This Order will enable Wessex Internet, safe access to carry out fibre cable installation.

An alternative vehicular route will be signed using; A35 - B3159 - A354

If you would like further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, please call Wessex Internet on 0333 240 7997. For further information concerning this Order please call Dorset Highways Traffic Team on 01305 221020. Find this information online: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk//roadworks-events

Dated: 10 September 2026

JAN BRITTON, Executive Director for Economy & Environment - Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester DT1 1XJ. Any person who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the Notice will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1000.