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Oxfordshire - Multiple Temporary Closures Due To Various Works
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OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)
Notice of Temporary Traffic Order
Chinnor to Thame Road, B4445
Date of Order: 14 September 2026
Coming into force: 21 September 2026
This Order is being introduced because of highway improvements to surfacing, drainage and associated work which is anticipated to take until 8 October 2026 to be completed. This is a 24 hour daily road closure. The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding in that part of the B4445 from Chinnor Road junction to the entrance to Waterlands Farm Bungalow. Exemptions are included for emergency vehicles, the Works and for access to property. Appropriate traffic signs will be displayed to indicate when and where the measures are in force. Access will be maintained for cyclists and pedestrians. The alternative route for traffic is via Thame Road, Station Road, Oakley Road, Chinnor Road, A40 London Road, B4012, Thame Park Road, Wenman Road, Howland Road, Tewersley Road and Chinnor Road and vice versa. This Order will remain in force for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed whichever is the sooner.
Notice of Temporary Footpath Closure
Abingdon, Elizabeth Avenue Footpath
Date of Order: 14 September 2026
Coming into force: 21 September 2026
This Order is being introduced because of essential gas main maintenance work which is anticipated to take 4 weeks to be completed. The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit vehicles proceeding in the section of footpath between Elizabeth Avenue and the footpath between Charney Avenue & Wick Close. Appropriate traffic signs will be displayed to indicate when and where the measures are in force. Exemptions are included for emergency services and for the works and for access to premises which are only accessible from the closed section of footpath. The alternative route will signed locally. This Order will remain in force for a maximum period of 6 months or until the works have been completed whichever is the sooner. (Ref: T18074/MR)
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Gibson Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Description of Works: Microsurfacing works being carried out by OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL.
TTRO reference: 148
Duration: Starting on 28/09/2026
The anticipated completion date is 01/10/2026 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Oxfordshire County Council intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
This Order follows the Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice previously issued under Section 14(2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (Reference 146). The restriction remains necessary to allow the works to continue and this Order continues the temporary restriction under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Fox Close, Bampton, Oxfordshire
Description of Works: Road closure to facilitate Microsurfacing works being carried out by M Group Highways Limited on behalf of OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL.
TTRO reference: 146
Duration: Starting on 28/09/2026 08:00
The anticipated completion date is 01/10/2026 16:00
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Oxfordshire County Council intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
This Order follows the Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice previously issued under Section 14(2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (Reference 258). The restriction remains necessary to allow the works to continue and this Order continues the temporary restriction under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Ickford Road, Tiddington, Thame, Oxfordshire.
From the junction with Road Running Through Waterstock to the junction with the A418
Description of Works: Water mains replacement inc service relays and connections being carried out by THAMES WATER.
TTRO reference: 258
Duration: Starting on 28/09/2026 00:00
The anticipated completion date is 16/11/2026 23:59 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Diversion via Road Running Through Waterstock, Oxford Road and vice versa.
Oxfordshire County Council intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
This Order follows the Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice previously issued under Section 14(2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (Reference 246). The restriction remains necessary to allow the works to continue and this Order continues the temporary restriction under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Nature of Restriction: Footpath Closure
Location: Plumbe Court, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Description of Works: Gas replacement works being carried out by SOUTHERN GAS NETWORKSPLC.
TTRO reference: 246
Duration: Starting on 28/09/2026
The anticipated completion date is 24/10/2026 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for properties within the closed section of footpath where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Witan Way, Fawley Close.
Oxfordshire County Council intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
This Order follows the Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice previously issued under Section 14(2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (Reference 41). The restriction remains necessary to allow the works to continue and this Order continues the temporary restriction under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
Nature of Restriction: Other
Location: Unnamed – Slip Road (V1602179), Longworth, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Description of Works: Crossover closures between Charney Bassett and Longworth to facilitate daytime TM to maintain safety of public until night time road marking and signing works are complete. Works being carried out by OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL.
Duration: Starting on 21/09/2026
The anticipated completion date is 30/09/2026 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route:
For Westbound traffic A420 Westbound to A417 Standford Roundabout – A420 eastbound For eastbound traffic – A420 Eastbound to A415 Kingston Bagpuize roundabout – A420 westbound.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, has made a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order on 14/09/2026, as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: High Street, Cuddesdon and Road Running East From Cuddesdon, from the junction with High Street, Cuddesdon to outside the property known as Mill House.
Description of Works: Water mains replacement incl. service relays and connections being carried out by Browne.
TTRO reference: 228
Duration: Starting on 28/09/2026 00:00
The anticipated completion date is 14/12/2026 23:59 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Routes: Diversion via High Street, Wheatley Road, Ladder Hill, Station Road, High Street, Friday Lane, Church Road, London Road, Sowerford Lane, Road Passing Hollands Farm, Road Running East From Cuddesdon (one way).
Diversion via Road Running East From Cuddesdon, Road Passing Hollands Farm, Sowerford Lane, London Road, Church Road, Holloway Road, Station Road, Ladder Hill, Wheatley Road, High Street (one way).
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, has made a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order on 14/09/2026, as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Old Road, Wheatley, Oxford, Oxfordshire.
For its full extent
Description of Works: Water mains replacement including service relays and connections being carried out by Browne.
TTRO reference: 288
Duration: Starting on 28/09/2026 00:00
The anticipated completion date is 21/12/2026 23:59 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Diversion for the Closure of Old Road (at the Junction with Road Running Through Littleworth) via Road Running Through Littleworth, Gidley Way, CuddesonRoad, Wheatley Road, Ladder Hill, Church Road, Littleworth Road and vice versa.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: West End, Cholsley, Wallingford, Oxfordshire.
Outside 20-24
Description of Works: Pole replacement being carried out by BARR ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD.
TTRO reference: 523
Duration: Starting on 06/11/2026 08:00
The anticipated completion date is 06/11/2026 18:00 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Diversion via West End, Sandy Lane, Station Road, West End and vice versa.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Road Running Through Brightwell Baldwin, Brightwell Baldwin and Road Running Through Cuxham, Cuxham, Watlington, Oxfordshire. From the junction with Cadwell Lane to the junction with Road Between Cuxham and Chalgrove.
Description of Works: Cabling work being carried out by Openreach.
TTRO reference: 427
Duration: Starting on 06/11/2026 09:30
The anticipated completion date is 06/11/2026 14:30 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months, or 6 months for footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and byways that are open to all traffic).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Diversion via Section Of Road Between Brightwell Baldwin And Norton Cottages, Road Running From Junction With Grove Lane To Junction At Norton Cottages, Grove Lane, Section Of B4009 Between Turners Green And Grove Lane, Britwell Road, Cuxham Road, Road Running Through Cuxham and vice versa.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Sydenham Road, Sydenham, Chinnor, Oxfordshire (outside of the White House).
Description of Works: New water connection and potential disconnection being carried out by Network Plus.
TTRO Case Reference: 704
Duration: Starting on 24/11/2026 00:00
The anticipated completion date is 28/11/2026 23:59 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months for roads, or 6 months for other public rights of way).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Diversion via Sydenham Road, B4445, B4009, Stert Road, Sydenham Road and vice versa.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Westbrook Street, Blewbury, Didcot, Oxfordshire (close to London Road)
Description of Works: Ferrule exchange in footway and carriageway being carried out by Thames Water.
TTRO reference: 433
Duration: Starting on 02/11/2026
The anticipated completion date is 04/11/2026 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months for roads, or 6 months for other public rights of way).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: London Road, Bessels Way, South Street, Berry Lane, Church End and vice versa.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Church Street, West Hanney, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Description of Works: Essential Drainage Works being carried out by M Group Highways.
TTRO reference: 409
Duration: Starting on 09/11/2026
The anticipated completion date is 20/11/2026 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months for roads, or 6 months for other public rights of way).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Main Street, Church Street and vice versa.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Goosey Lane, Goosey, Faringdon, Oxfordshire
Description of Works: Essential drainage works being carried out by M Group Highways.
TTRO reference: 398
Duration: Starting on 22/10/2026 09:30
The anticipated completion date is 23/10/2026 15:30 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months for roads, or 6 months for other public rights of way).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Diversion via Goosey Lane, Cow Lane, Circourt Road, A417 and vice versa.
Notice of Temporary Traffic Order
Culham, Thames Valley Path/Footpath No.183/11/8
Appleford on Thames, Bridleway No.106/3/10
Date of Order: 23 February 2026
Came into force: 6 March 2026
This Order was introduced because of Construction of the Didcot to Culham Thames River crossing and associated drainage, earthworks and highway work which is anticipated to be completed November 2027. These are 24 hour closures. The effect of the Order is as follows:
1). to close that part of Footpath No.183/11/80 from south of Zouch Farm – between east Culham and the railway line.
2). to close that part Appleford Bridleway No.106/3/10 between Collett Roundabout and Appleford Sidings/level crossing.
Exemptions are included for emergency services, for Works and for pedestrian access to property up to the point of closure.
There is no nearby alternative route available. Appropriate signs will be displayed to indicate when and where the measures are in force. This order with the consent of the Secretary of State for Transport will remain in force until 30. November 2027 or until the works are completed, whichever is the sooner.
(Ref: T17198/AC)
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Calcroft Lane, Clanfield, Oxfordshire (from Calcroft Lane end to Broadwell Road)
Description of Works: Tree works to tree overhanging and adjacent to Calcroft Lane – Clanfield end being carried out by Boward Tree Surgery Ltd.
TTRO reference: 404
Duration: Starting on 28/10/2026 09:30
The anticipated completion date is 29/10/2026 15:30 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months for roads, or 6 months for other public rights of way).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Diversion via B4020, Main Road, Road towards Broadwell, Calcroft Lane and vice versa.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Whites Orchard, Blewbury, Didcot, Oxfordshire. Junction of Bessels Way to outside Shupards Ley, Whites Orchid.
Description of Works: Excavate to Install Pressure Monitoring Point – Backfill and Reinstate being carried out by M Group Water.
TTRO reference: 690
Duration: Starting on 30/11/2026 00:00
The anticipated completion date is 02/12/2026 23:59 (inclusive)
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months for roads, or 6 months for other public rights of way).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: N/A
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Church Street and School Road (at junction with North Green), West Hanney, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Description of Works: Essential Drainage Works being carried out by M Group Highways.
TTRO reference: 407
Duration: Starting on 02/11/2026 09:30
The anticipated completion date is 03/11/2026 15:30
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months for roads, or 6 months for other public rights of way).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles, buses and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: School Road, Church Street and vice versa.
Notice is hereby given that Oxfordshire County Council, in exercise of its powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, intends to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order as detailed below:
Nature of Restriction: Road Closure
Location: Milton Hill, Section of A4130 Between Milton Interchange and Abingdon Road, and Steventon Hill, Milton, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Description of Works: Full road closure for resurfacing works as part of the Steventon Lights Scheme being carried out by M Group Ltd.
TTRO reference: 514
Duration: Starting on 01/12/2026 20:00
The anticipated completion date is 12/12/2026 06:00
(Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders have a maximum duration of 18 months for roads, or 6 months for other public rights of way).
Access: Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for properties within the closed section of road where reasonably practicable.
Suggested Alternative Route: Steventon Hill Closure 01/12/2026 20:00 to 02/12/2026 06:00 – B4017 (High Street), B4017 (Drayton Road), A415 (Marcham Road), A34, A4130 (Milton Interchange Roundabout) and vice versa. Milton Hill Closure 03/12/2026 20:00 to 12/12/2026 06:00 – A34, A4185 (Newbury Road), A4130 (Abingdon Road) and vice versa.
Traffic Regulations Team for the Head of Network Management: Environment and Place, County Hall, Oxford OX1 1ND. 0345 310 1111.
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