York - Multiple Temporary Restrictions & Closures Due To Various Works

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS

Notice is hereby given that upon the recommendation of the Chief Constable of North Yorkshire Police, City of York Council intends to make an Anti-Terrorism Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (ATTRO) under Sections 14(1), 22c and 22d, and part iv of Schedule 9 to, of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and section 8 of, and part I of Schedule 5 to, the Local Government Act 1985, City of York Council (the Council), not less than 7 days from the publication of this Notice, intends to make an Order under Section 14(1) of the Act in respect of the locations numbered (1). Additionally, the Council, in exercise of powers under Sections 14(1) & 15(8) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (the Act), the Council made an order on Thursday, 29 October 2026 in respect of the locations numbered (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7) & (8). Furthermore, the Council, not less than 7 days from the publication of this Notice, intends to make an Order under Section 14(1) of the Act in respect of the locations numbered (9) & (10).

(1) YORK CHRISTMAS MARKET, YORK

Upon the recommendation of the Chief Constable of North Yorkshire Police, City of York Council made an Anti-Terrorism Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (ATTRO) under Sections 14(1), 22c and 22d, and part iv of Schedule 9 to, of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and section 8 of, and part I of Schedule 5 to, the Local Government Act 1985 to prohibit vehicles from proceeding and waiting in those lengths of road listed in the schedule below (restricted roads) during the period when York Christmas Markets works are being undertaken thereon, commencing at 1030hrs on Thursday, 12 November 2026 and ending at 1930hrs on Monday, 21 December 2026 (works period) or at a time when the event has been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said event can be carried out safely. It is envisaged that the restriction will only be put into place between 1030hrs and 1930hrs Wednesday to Monday and between 1030hrs and 1700hrs every Tuesday during the event period. Additionally, all ‘on-street’ parking places situated around St Sampson’s Square will be subject to suspension between 0800hrs and 1030hrs daily for the duration of the event (suspension areas).

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(2) FERRY LANE, BISHOPTHORPE

This Order prohibits vehicles from proceeding and waiting in that length of road on Ferry Lane, Bishopthorpe between its junction with Acaster Lane and a point 40 metres north-east of the projected south-eastern boundary of property No 6 (closed roads) during the period when highway maintenance works are being undertaken thereon, commencing at 0930hrs on Monday, 02 November 2026 and ending at 1700hrs on Friday, 06 November 2026 (works period) or at a time when the works have been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said works can be carried out safely. It is envisaged that the road will be closed between 0930hrs and 1700hrs each day of the works period. An alternative route for diverted vehicles will not be signed during the works period. It is envisaged that access for resident, emergency and business vehicles will be maintained throughout the works period.

(3) KEBLE PARK CRESCENT, BISHOPTHORPE

This Order prohibits vehicles from proceeding and waiting in that length of road on Keble Park Crescent, Bishopthorpe between both junctions with Keble Park South (closed roads) during the period when highway maintenance works are being undertaken thereon, commencing at 0730hrs on Monday, 02 November 2026 and ending at 1600hrs on Sunday, 22 November 2026 (works period) or at a time when the works have been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said works can be carried out safely. It is envisaged that the road will be closed between 0730hrs and 1600hrs each day of the works period. An alternative route for diverted vehicles will not be signed during the works period. It is envisaged that access for resident and emergency vehicles will be maintained throughout the works period.

(4) ST DENYS ROAD, YORK

This Order prohibits vehicles from proceeding and waiting in that length of road on St Denys Road, York between its junction with Piccadilly and the projected north-eastern boundary of property No 53 (closed roads) during the period when construction works are being undertaken thereon, commencing at 1800hrs on Tuesday, 03 November 2026 and ending at 1800hrs on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 (works period) or at a time when the works have been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said works can be carried out safely. It is envisaged that access for resident and emergency vehicles will be maintained throughout the works period. An alternative route for diverted vehicles will be signed during the works period via Walmgate, George Street, Lead Mill Lane, Tower Street, Fishergate, Fawcett Street, Paragon Street, Barbican Road. Additionally, the ‘ONE WAY’ direction of traffic flow in St Denys Road are suspended during the period of physical closure to allow two-way traffic flow between its junction with Walmgate and the projected north-eastern boundary of property No 53. Additionally, all ‘on street’ parking places situated on the north-western side of St Denys Road between its junctions with Walmgate and Back Lane from Opposite Parish Hall Dennis Street to Opposite 59 St Denys Road will be suspended during the works period.

(5) MIDDLEWOOD CLOSE, RUFFORTH

This Order prohibits vehicles from proceeding and waiting in that length of road on Middlewood Close, Rufforth (i) between its junctions with Wetherby Road and Hawthorn Fields and (ii) between the south-western boundaries of property No’s 2 and 6 (closed roads) during the period when highway maintenance works are being undertaken thereon, commencing at 0800hrs on Wednesday, 04 November 2026 and ending at 1700hrs on Friday, 06 November 2026 (works period) or at a time when the works have been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said works can be carried out safely. It is envisaged that the road will be closed between 0800hrs and 1700hrs each day of the works period. An alternative route for diverted vehicles will not be signed during the works period. It is envisaged that access for resident and emergency will be maintained throughout the works period.

(6) PROW 15/17/20 (CONTINUATION), KEXBY

This Order, with authorisation from the Secretary of State for Transport, continues in force The Kexby (Public Right of Way 15/17/20) (Temporary Traffic Restriction) Order 2022 (original Order). The effect of which is to continue in force the prohibition on pedestrians from proceeding and waiting in that length of public right of way on Public Right of Way 15/17/20, Kexby (closed public right of way) during the period commencing at 0001 hours on Wednesday, 04 November 2026 and ending at 2359 hours on Wednesday, 03 May 2028 (works period) or on a date when unsafe bridge works being undertaken thereon have been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said works can be carried out safely.

(7) YORK ROAD, ACOMB

This Order prohibits vehicles from proceeding and waiting in that length of carriageway on York Road, Acomb between the projected western boundary of property No 3 and its junction with Link Road (closed carriageway) during the period when gas mains works are being undertaken thereon, commencing at 0800hrs on Saturday, 31 October 2026 and ending at 1800hrs on Sunday, 08 November 2026 (works period) or at a time when the works have been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said works can be carried out safely. It is envisaged that access for resident and emergency vehicles will be maintained throughout the works period. An alternative route for diverted vehicles will be signed during the works period via Acomb Road, Poppleton Road, Boroughbridge Road, A1237, Wetherby Road.

(8) MILLENIUM GREEN FOOTPATH FROM WATER END TO GARNET TERRACE (AMENDMENT), YORK

This Order amends The York (Millenium Green footpath from Water End to Garnet Terrace) (Temporary Traffic Restriction) Order 2026 (original Order). The effect of which is to extend the works period, the said amendment to be effective from 0800 hours on Monday, 02 November 2026 and ending at 1700 hours on Friday, 11 December 2026. An alternative route for diverted vehicles and pedestrians will be signed during the works period via Water End, Footpath from Water End to Garnet Terrace and Bismarck Street.

(9) DENNING MEWS, CLIFTON

This Order will prohibit vehicles from proceeding and waiting in that length of road on Denning Mews, Clifton between its junction with Wigginton Road and a point 21 metres south-west of said junction (closed roads) during the period when telecoms works are being undertaken thereon, commencing at 0800hrs on Monday, 09 November 2026 and ending at 1700hrs on Friday, 20 November 2026 (works period) or at a time when the works have been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said works can be carried out safely. It is envisaged that access for resident and emergency vehicles will be maintained throughout the works period. An alternative route for diverted vehicles will not be signed during the works period.

(10) YORK CHRISTMAS MARKET HVM BARRIER INSTALLATION/REMOVAL, YORK

This Order will prohibit vehicles from proceeding, parking and waiting in the whole or in any length of a road listed in the schedule below (restricted road) during the period when HVM barrier installation/removal works are being undertaken thereon, commencing at 2000hrs on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 and ending at 0600hrs on Wednesday, 23 December 2026 (works period) or at a time when the works have been completed whichever is the earlier. This is to ensure that the said works can be carried out safely. It is envisaged that the prohibition of vehicles proceeding, parking and waiting in the restricted roads will only be put into effect between 2000hrs on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 and 0600hrs on Thursday, 12 November 2026 and between 2000hrs.

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The above temporary Orders will not prohibit works or emergency access nor will they prohibit access to premises provided that access is not prevented by on-going works or safety concerns. Traffic signs/barriers will indicate the extent of the prohibitions/restrictions.

For further information please contact highway.regulation@york.gov.uk

Director of Environmental and Regulatory Services, West Offices, Station Rise, York, YO1 6GA