In a series of public notices, Hertfordshire County Council has announced several temporary road and footpath closures across the county, set to commence in July 2025. These measures are being implemented under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to facilitate essential utility and infrastructure works.

Footpath Hertford 33 Closure

The council has issued an order to temporarily close Footpath Hertford 33, affecting pedestrians heading east towards its junction with Hertford 99. This closure, necessary for utility works, will be effective from Thursday July 17 2025 for up to eight days. An alternative pedestrian route is available via a path to the south. Queries can be directed to Nicholas Maddex at Hertfordshire County Council on 01992 555243.

Andrews Lane, Goffs Oak Closure

A proposed order will restrict vehicular access on Andrews Lane, Goffs Oak from its junction with Jubilee Close southeastwards for approximately 80 metres. This closure is due to water service repair works and will be in effect from Monday July 28 2025 for up to 18 months, though only active when indicated by signage. Alternative routes include Rags Lane and St James Road. For more information, contact Billy Harty at Morrisons Water Services on 07866 952814 or James Long at Hertfordshire County Council on 0300 123 4047.

Hertingfordbury Road, Hertford Closure

Hertingfordbury Road will be closed westwards from its junction with St Marys Lane for approximately 89 metres starting Wednesday July 30 2025. This closure is required for utility service works and will last up to 18 months as needed. The alternative route includes A414 Cole Green Bypass. Contact Eileen O’Riordan at Affinity Water on 0345 357 2407 or Saitia Gallimore at Hertfordshire County Council on 0300 123 4047 for further details.

Walton Road, Ware Closure

Walton Road will be closed southwestwards from its junction with College Close for approximately 17 metres starting Tuesday July 29 2025 due to utility works. The closure will last up to 18 months as necessary. Alternative routes include A119 London Road and Scotts Road. For queries, contact Eileen O’Riordan at Affinity Water on 0345 357 2407 or Andrew Crosby at Hertfordshire County Council on 0300 123 4047.

Bowling Road, Ware Closure

Bowling Road will be closed northeastwards from its junction with Kibes Lane for approximately 25 metres starting Wednesday July 30 2025 due to utility works. The closure will last up to 18 months as necessary. Alternative routes include B1004 Star Street and A1170 High Street. For more information, contact Eileen O’Riordan at Affinity Water on 0345 357 2407 or Andrew Crosby at Hertfordshire County Council on 0300 123 4047.

Mandeville Road, Hertford Closure

Mandeville Road will be closed southeastwards from its junction with Mandeville Close for approximately 249 metres starting Thursday July 31 2025 due to proposed works. The closure will last up to six months as necessary. For further details, contact Carl Leggett at Ringway on 0300 123 4047.

Traffic Management in Cheshunt

Temporary traffic management measures will affect various roads in Cheshunt starting Monday July 28 2025 for up to six months due to proposed works. These include prohibiting vehicular traffic and certain turning manoeuvres on Church Lane and the A10 slip roads. For more information, contact Terry Bedding at Ringway on 0300 123 4047.

For full details of these notices and additional closures affecting other areas such as Standon, Wareside, Much Hadham, Waltham Cross, Datchworth/Bulls Green, Ware, and Great Amwell, please visit the original public notice here. Those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted are encouraged to reach out using the provided contact details for each specific order.