East Sussex Area - Various Road Closures & Footpath Orders

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984

The East Sussex (U7474 Mardens Hill, Crowborough)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025

To allow UKPN to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Mardens Hill – from the junction with U7474 St. Johns Road to the junction with U7474 Hubbards Hill.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via U7474 Hubbards Hill – B2188 Church Hill, Lye Green Road – C11 Lye Green, Summersales Hill, London Road – U7475 Ghyll Road – U7474 St. Johns Road and vice versa.

The Order commenced 10 November 2025 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 12 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U5052 Church Lane, Southease)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Church Lane – from the junction with C7 Newhaven Road to the junction with C667 South Downs Way.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C667 South Downs Way – C7 Newhaven Road and vice versa. The Order commences 15 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 15 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U7039 Dern Lane, Waldron/Chiddingly)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026 No.2

To allow UKPN to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Dern Lane – from the junction with C208 Furnace Lane to the junction with U7672 Stalkers Lane.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C208 Furnace Lane – A267 Little London Road, High Street, Horam Road – C114 Chiddingly Road, Stonehill, Hale Green – U7672 Smithlands Lane and vice versa.

The Order commences 14 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 14 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U5141 Cliffe High Street & U5144 Morris Road, Lewes)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow The Sussex Film Office to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following lengths of road;

Temporary Road Closures

Cliffe High Street – from the junction with U5143 South Street to the junction with U5158 Foundry Lane.

Morris Road – for its full extent.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible.

The Order commences 9 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 9 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (B2203 Tower Street, Heathfield)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow South East Water to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Tower Street – from the junction with A265 Burwash Road to the junction with U7064 Marshlands Lane.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via A265 Mutton Hall Hill, High Street, Cross in Hand Road – A267 Little London Road – B2203 High Street, Maynards Green Road, Hailsham Road and vice versa.

The Order commenced 12 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 12 and 13 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (C212 Kings Hill Road, Burwash)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Kings Hill Road – from the junction with C212 School Hill to the junction with C212 Perrymans Lane.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C212 Perrymans Lane, Observatory Road – C18 Brightling Road – B2096 Woods Corner, Battle Road, Carricks Hill, Earls Down, Battle Road, Cade Street – C406 Halley Road – A265 Burwash Road, Heathfield Road, Paygate, High Street and vice versa.

The Order commences 15 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 15 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (C212 School Hill, Burwash)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

School Hill – from the junction with A265 High Street to the junction with U6199 Batemans Lane.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C212 Kings Hill Road, Perrymans Lane, Observatory Road – C18 Brightling Road – B2096 Woods Corner, Battle Road, Carricks Hill, Earls Down, Battle Road, Cade Street, Battle Road – A265 Burwash Road, Heathfield Road, Paygate, High Street.

The Order commenced 18 February 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 15 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U5821 Broomfield Avenue, Telscombe Cliffs)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow SGN to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Broomfield Avenue – from the junction with A259 South Coast Road to the junction with U5823 Buckhurst Road.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via U5821 Broomfield Avenue – U5820 Springfield Avenue, Tyedean Road, Amhurst Road, Highview Road – A259 South Coast Road and vice versa or via U5821 Broomfield Avenue – U5822 Grassmere Avenue – U5823 Fairlight Avenue – A259 South Coast Road and vice versa. The Order commences 12 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 12 October and 22 November 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U7474 St Johns Road, Crowborough)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

St Johns Road – from the junction with U7474 Mardens Hill to the junction with C11 London Road.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via U7474 Mardens Hill, Hubbards Hill – B2188 Church Hill, Lye Green Road – C11 Lye Green, Summersales Hill, London Road and vice versa. The Order commences 26 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 26 and 27 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U5275 Bridge Street, Newhaven)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow UKPN to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Bridge Street – from the junction with U5275 High Street to the junction with A259 North Way.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via U5275 High Street – U5298 Meeching Road – A259 South Way, Lewes Road, North Way. The Order commences 27 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 27 and 30 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (C568 Lake Street, Mayfield)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow South East Water to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Lake Street – from the junction with A267 Mayfield Road to the junction with C14 Tidebrook Road.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via A267 Mayfield Road – B2100 Wadhurst Road, Best Beech Hill – C14 Tidebrook Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 27 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 27 and 28 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U7866 Sandy Lane, Framfield)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Sandy Lane – from the junction with U7507 Gatehouse Lane to the junction with B2102 Hammonds Green.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via B2102 Hammonds Green, The Street – U7507 Gatehouse Lane and vice versa.

The Order commences 29 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 29 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (C340 Chilver Bridge Road, Arlington)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow Network Rail to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Chilver Bridge Road – from the junction with C39 Station Road to the junction with C340 The Street.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C340 The Street, Wilbees Road – C210 Bayleys Lane, Thornwell Road – A27(T) Lewes Road – C39 Station Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 28 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 28 and 29 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U7693 Station Road, Hellingly)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow South East Water to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Station Road – from the junction with C121 Church Road to the junction with C208 Park Road.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via U7693 Station Road – C208 Park Road – A271 Hawkswood Road, Upper Horsebridge, Lower Horsebridge – B2104 North Street – C121 Church Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 26 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 26 and 27 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (C12 Eridge Lane, North Street, Rotherfield)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Eridge Lane – from the junction with B2100 High Street to the junction with C407 Cowford Bridge Lane.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C407 Cowford Bridge Lane, Town Row Green, Spout Hill – B2100 Station Road, High Street and vice versa.

The Order commences 27 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 27 and 28 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (C114 Burgh Hill Road, Chiddingly)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow BT Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Burgh Hill Road – from the junction with A22 Golden Cross to the junction with C114 Muddles Green.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C114 Burgh Hill Road, Muddles Green, Scrapers Hill, Hale Green, Stonehill – C330 Pick Hill, Gun Hill, Thunders Hill, Nash Street – A22 Golden Cross and vice versa.

The Order commences 26 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 26 and 27 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (B2100 Wadhurst Road, Mark Cross)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow BT Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Wadhurst Road – from the junction with B2100 Best Beech Hill to the junction with A267 Mayfield Road.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via A267 Mayfield Road, Tunbridge Wells Road, Mayfield Road – B2099 Wadhurst Road, Riverhall Hill, Frant Road, Station Hill, Station Road – B2100 Mayfield Lane, Best Beech Hill and vice versa.

The Order commences 26 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 26 and 27 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (U7077 Marshfoot Lane, Hailsham)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026

To allow South East Water to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Marshfoot Lane – from the junction with U7208 Vicarage Road to the junction with U7350 St Marys Avenue.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic northbound via U7077 Marshfoot Lane – U7350 St Marys Avenue – C718 Mill Road, Market Street – A295 George Street, North Street, High Street – U7208 Vicarage Lane and southbound via U7208 Vicarage Road – C718 Market Street, Mill Road – U7350 St Marys Avenue – U7077 Marshfoot Lane.

The Order commences 26 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 26 and 28 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

The East Sussex (C9 Buckham Hill, Isfield)

(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2026 No.2

To allow South East Water to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Temporary Road Closure

Buckham Hill – from the junction with C9 Station Road to the junction with C255 Beeches Farm Road.

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic via C9 Buckham Hill – C10 Shortbridge Road – A272 Batts Bridge Road – A22 Batts Bridge roundabout, Maresfield Bypass, Blackdown roundabout, Uckfield Bypass, Copwood roundabout, Uckfield Bypass, Little Horsted roundabout – A26 Lewes Road, Rose Hill, Uckfield Road – C9 Isfield Road, Lewes Road, Station Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 26 October 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 26 and 28 October 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

WILDLIFE AND COUNTRYSIDE ACT 1981

THE EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL (LEWES DISTRICT)

DEFINITIVE MAP AND STATEMENT

THE EAST SUSSEX (PUBLIC FOOTPATH LEWES 60)

DEFINITIVE MAP MODIFICATION ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that the above Order, made on 31 July 2026, was confirmed by East Sussex County Council without modifications on 2 October 2026 and took effect from that date. The confirmed Order modifies the Definitive Map and Statement for the area by adding a public footpath as follows:

A route comprised of a public footpath in the civil parish of Lewes as detailed below, and as shown on the Order Plan between points A to E;

The public footpath Lewes 60 commences at the extent of public highway Malling Street (A26), at point A, at TQ 4215 1044. From point A the public footpath passes in a north-north-west direction over an existing track for approximately 9 metres, to reach point B, at TQ 4214 1045.

From point B the public footpath continues in a north-west direction for approximately 22 metres to point C, at TQ 4213 1047.

From point C the public footpath continues in a north-west direction over an existing roadway for approximately 63 metres to point D, at TQ 4209 1050.

From point D the public footpath continues in a westerly direction for approximately 16 metres over an existing roadway to terminate at the extent of public highway Brooks Road (U5137), at point E, at TQ 4206 1050.

Between point A, TQ 4215 1044, and point B, TQ 4214 1045, the public footpath will have an average width of 1 metre.

Between point B, TQ 4214 1045 and point C, TQ 4213 1047, the public footpath will have a width of 2 metres.

Between point C, TQ 4213 1047, and point E, TQ 4206 1050, the public footpath will have a width of 2 metres.

A copy of the confirmed Order and the Order Plan may be inspected free of charge in Reception, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne’s Crescent, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1UE from 9am to 5pm Monday-Thursday and 9am-4.30pm on Fridays between 9 October 2026 and 20 November 2026. Copies of the Order and Order Plan can also be viewed at Lewes District Council, 6 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2AD between the hours of 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday. Copies of the Order and Order Plan can be requested by emailing: definitive.map@ eastsussex.gov.uk quoting reference ‘RWO 330’ and viewed online at: row.eastsussex.gov.uk/standardmap.aspx.

Should you have any problems viewing these documents or require assistance, please email: definitive.map@eastsussex.gov.uk The Order took effect from 2 October 2026 but any person aggrieved by the confirmed Order who wishes to question its validity on the grounds that it is not within the powers of section 53 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 or that any of the requirements of Schedule 15 to that Act have not been complied with in relation to the Order may within 42 days from the date of this Notice make an application to the High Court under paragraph 12 of Schedule 15 of the said Act.

Philip Baker, Deputy Chief Executive, Governance Services Department, County Hall, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1 UE.

9 October 2026.