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Gloucestershire - Multiple Temporary Closures Due To Various Works
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GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
(30, 40 & 50 MPH SPEED LIMITS) (A419) (VARIOUS PARISHES) (STROUD DISTRICT & COTSWOLD DISTRICT) ORDER 2026
Notice is hereby given that Gloucestershire County Council in exercise of its enabling powers under Sections 82 & 84 and Part IV of Schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 has made the above-named order the effect of which will be:
1. To introduce the speed limits detailed in the schedules below; and
2. To rectify anomalies between the existing 30mph speed limit Traffic Order and the on-site situation on Stroud Road in Cirencester, by revoking the existing Traffic Order and introducing a 30mph speed limit by virtue of street lighting (where there is street lighting) and by Traffic Order as detailed in Schedule 1 below (where there is no streetlighting) along Stroud Road, Cirencester.
3. To re-introduce the existing 40mph speed limit on London Road from Stroud to Chalford to consolidate the speed limits on the A419 into one Traffic Order and to rectify anomalies between what is signed on-street and the Traffic Order. There will be no changes to the existing signed 40mph speed limit on-street on London Road between Stroud & Chalford.
Schedule 1 - 30mph Speed Limit to be Introduced by Traffic Order
| Road Name & Number | Description |
|---|---|
| Stroud Road (A419) | From a point approximately 656m west of its junction with Tetbury Road (A429) to a point approximately 746m west of its junction with Tetbury Road (A429) |
Schedule 2 - 40mph Speed Limit to be Introduced by Traffic Order
| Road Name & Number | Description |
|---|---|
| A419 (Known in part as London Road and in part as Cowcombe Hill) | From a point approximately 10m south-east of its junction with Gunhouse Lane (75143) to a point approximately 45m north-west of its junction with Cirencester Road (C268) |
| Stroud Road (A419) | From a point approximately 746m west of its junction with Tetbury Road (A429) to a point approximately 1130m west of its junction with Tetbury Road (A429) |
Schedule 3 - 50mph Speed Limit to be Introduced by Traffic Order
| Road Name & Number | Description |
|---|---|
| A419 (known in part as Cowcombe Hill and in part as Stroud Road) | From a point approximately 45m north-west of its junction with Cirencester Road (C268) to a point approximately 1130m west of its junction with Tetbury Road (A429) |
The lengths of roads fall within the parishes of Brimscombe & Thrupp, Chalford and Minchinhampton in the Stroud District and the parishes of Sapperton, Coates & the Town of Cirencester within the Cotswold District in the County of Gloucestershire.
The Order shall come into effect on 30th September 2026.
A copy of the Sealed Order and Orders to be revoked together with a copy of the Statement of Reasons may be viewed at The Map Room, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2TG and Minchinhampton Library, School Road, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BP during their normal opening hours or online at http://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/tros. (Please quote reference 5227/90).
Any comments that you make concerning this proposal cannot be treated as confidential. For further details found how we deal with your comments and personal details, please go to http://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/tros
Dated: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services
TEMPORARY CLOSURE AND RESTRICTION OF VARIOUS ROADS (EASTINGTON PARISH) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority, has made an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close and restrict part of the lengths of roads as detailed in the Schedule below.
SCHEDULE
| Road Name | Closure Extent (From) | Closure Extent (To) | Closure Length (metres) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A419 Chipmans Platt Roundabout to Motorway Eastington | A419 Chipmans Platt Roundabout | A419 Stroudwater Eastington | 708m |
| A419 Stroudwater Eastington | A419 Chipmans Platt Roundabout to Motorway | Roundabout | 84m |
The reason for the said closures and restrictions is for carriageway resurfacing works. There will be no stopping or waiting and no loading permitted throughout the duration of the said works.
The said roads are expected to be closed and restricted each night between the hours of 20:00 until 07:00, on a rolling programme commencing 21st September 2026 where the presence of approved signage will indicate whether the said closures and restrictions are in force. Further advance warnings of dates/times will be displayed on site prior to the said closures and restrictions taking effect. This Order may permit the said closures and restrictions in any order, or simultaneously as required. It is anticipated all works will be completed by 23rd September 2026. However, if the works are not completed by this date, the Order can remain in force for up to 18 months.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Routes: as signed on site. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will be maintained.
DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. LW/90074, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE 401257 MIDDLE ROAD (BRIMSCOMBE & THRUPP PARISH) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority has made an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the 401257 Middle Road from its junction with London Road to its junction with Hope Walk for a distance of approximately 35 metres.
The reason for the closure is for cable installation works.
The road is expected to be closed from 09:30hrs on 28th September 2026 to 15:30hrs on 30th September 2026. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will be maintained.
DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. GT/89904, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE C262 BATH ROAD (NYMPSFIELD PARISH) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority has made an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the C262 Bath Road from outside of the property known as ‘The Hawthorns’ to outside of the property known as ‘Bath Road Farm’ for a distance of approximately 30 metres.
The reason for the closure is for works on behalf of BT Openreach.
The road is expected to be closed on 28th September 2026 only. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will be maintained.
DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. GT/89922, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE 401185 OXLYNCH LANE (STONEHOUSE TOWN) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority, has made an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the 401185 Oxlynch Lane, from outside the property known as ‘Standish Villa Farm’ for a distance of approximately 30 metres in an eastwardly direction. The reason for the closure is for pole replacement works.
The said road is expected to be closed on 25th September 2026 only. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will be maintained.
DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. LW/89924, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE C207 MAIN ROAD MIDDLEYARD TO THE GROVE (KINGS STANLEY PARISH) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority, has made an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the C207 Main Road Middleyard to The Grove, from outside the property known as ‘Duvella’ to outside the property known as ‘No. 35 Broad Street’ for a distance of approximately 100 metres. The reason for the closure is for pole replacement works.
The said road is expected to be closed on 25th September 2026 only. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will be maintained.
DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. LW/89926, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE 401271 BUSSAGE HILL (STROUD TOWN) STROUD DISTRICT
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Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority, has made an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the 401271 Bussage Hill, from outside the property known as ‘Lynchgate’ for a distance of approximately 30 metres in a northwardly direction. The reason for the closure is for works to repair a retaining wall.
The said road is expected to be closed from 24th September 2026 until 20th November 2026 only. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will not be maintained due to safety reasons. DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. LW/90058, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF A419 COWCOMBE HILL (CHALFORD PARISH) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority, has made an Order under the relevant provisions of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the A419 Cowcombe Hill Road from outside of the property known as ‘Lavender Bakehouse’ to a point 500 metres Southeast for a total distance of approximately 500 metres.
The reason for the said closure is for geotechnical works.
The said road is expected to be closed from 29th September 2026 until 9th October 2026. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Pedestrian and emergency access to premises on or next to the road will not be maintained for safety during major excavations. DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. GT/90081, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE C208 QUEENS ROAD (STONEHOUSE TOWN) (STROUD DISTRICT)
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority, intends to make an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the C208 Queens Road, from outside the property known as ‘Number 21’ to outside the property known as ‘Royan’ for a distance of approximately 30 metres. The reason for the closure is for Network Rail retaining wall inspection works.
The said road is expected to be closed from 21:00hrs on 11th October 2026 until 05:00hrs on 12th October 2026 only. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – not applicable. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will be maintained. DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. LW/90041, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE AND RESTRICTION OF VARIOUS ROAD (VARIOUS PARISHES) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority, intends to make an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close and restrict part of the lengths of various roads at the various times as described in the Schedule below;
Schedule
| Road Name | Closure Extent (From) | Closure Extent (To) | Parish | Closure Length (metres) | Type of Restriction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/200 Old Neighbourhood Chalford | A419 London Road | 4/8258 Tanglewood Way | Chalford | 1.48km | Unrestricted Days |
| 4/1275 Skaiteshill Chalford | 3/200 Old Neighbourhood | 4/1275 Whitegates Brownshill to London Road | Chalford | 410m | Unrestricted Days |
| 4/1324 The Frith Chalford | 3/200 Old Neighbourhood | 4/1324 The Frith | Chalford | 182m | Unrestricted Days |
| 4/1324 The Frith Brownshill | 4/1324 The Frith | 4/5729 Frithwood Park | Chalford | 87m | Unrestricted Days |
| 4/1279 Ahnash Chalford Hill | 3/200 Old Neighbourhood | 4/1280 Ahnash | Chalford | 268m | Unrestricted Days |
| 4/1324 Middle Hill Eastcombe | 3/200 Old Neighbourhood | 3/204 Ashend Farm to Vatch Lane Bussage | Bisley-with-Lypiatt | 406m | Restricted Days (09:30 to 15:30) |
| 3/267 Dudbridge Hill Stroud | A46 Bath Road | A46 Dudbridge Road | Rodborough | 467m | Nights (19:00 to 07:00) |
| 4/7637 Dudbridge Hill Stroud | 3/267 Dudbridge Hill | Entire Length of Road | Rodborough | 80m | Nights (19:00 to 07:00) |
| 4/7597 Dudbridge Hill Stroud | 3/267 Dudbridge Hill | Cross point | Rodborough | 84m | Nights (19:00 to 07:00) |
The reason for the closures and restrictions is for carriageway resurfacing works.
There will be no waiting, stopping, or loading permitted throughout the duration of the said works.
The roads are expected to be closed and restricted between 14th October 2026 until 31st December 2026. However, if the said works are not completed by these dates the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Routes – as signed on site. Pedestrian access to any adjoining premises on or next to the roads, and emergency access will be maintained. Dated: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. GT/90043, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE B4070 SLAD ROAD (STROUD TOWN) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority intends to make an Order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the B4070 Slad Road from outside of the property known as ‘No.118 Slad Road’ to outside of the property known as ‘No.122 Slad Road’ for a distance of approximately 40 metres.
The reason for the closure is for works on behalf of Severn Trent Water.
The road is expected to be closed between 09:30hrs and 14:30hrs on 11th October 2026 only. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will be maintained. DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. GT/90167, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
TEMPORARY CLOSURE 401434 WATER LANE (MINCHINHAMPTON PARISH) STROUD DISTRICT
Gloucestershire County Council, as traffic authority intend to make an order under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to temporarily close part of the 401434 Water Lane from its junction with Brimscombe Hill to its junction with Swells Hill for a distance of approximately 225 metres. The reason for the closure is for works on behalf of the National Grid.
The road is expected to be closed from 14th October 2026 until 16th October 2026 only. However, if the said works are not completed by this date the Order may remain in force for up to eighteen months or until the said works have been completed, whichever is sooner.
For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Pedestrian access to premises on or next to the road, and emergency access, will be maintained. DATED: 23rd September 2026. For Assistant Director of Legal Services. GT/90213, Legal Services, Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2TG
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