commencing 7th May 2026 and is expected to last until 9th May 2026 (between 09:30 to 15.30hrs). The road will be reopened when no work is taking place.
A map of the affected area (in red), together with the recommended diversion route (in purple) is shown below, along with the link to One. Network.
Works by OpenReach are expected to commence on 29th April 2026 and last for 6 hours (90.30-15.30)
Please can you make a note to take this closure down on 1st May unless I notify you otherwise.
Highways have just advised us that the road works at the triangle have been postponed. We do not have a new date for the proposed works or road closure.
Following the landslip in February, the A30 at Hendford Hill has operated one-way (open downhill only) while the road was cleared and the stability of the slope above the road was assessed.
After a detailed geological inspection the slope is failing, causing small rock and soil falls from weathered sandstone, tree roots loosening sections of the bank, rainwater washing out weaker rock and soil and instability caused by fallen trees.
These conditions mean there remains a risk of debris reaching the southbound carriageway, which is why the current traffic management remains in place.
Engineering consultants have recommended installing a protective barrier at the base of the slope, combined with regular inspections and removal of loose material. This approach would allow the southbound lane to reopen while significantly reducing the risk of debris reaching the road. It may require slightly narrower running lanes.
Engineers are now developing the detailed design and cost estimates for the barrier. The road will continue to operate one-way while these preparations are underway, and a temporary closure will likely be required to install the safety measures.
Work is also ongoing to confirm land ownership near the crest of the slope, particularly around trees, as this may affect how tree-fall risks are managed.
There will be a temporary road closure at Dorchester Road, Berwick and Stoford and East for approximately 1790m from 11 March 2026 and is unexpectedly to last until 15 March between 19.00 & 05.00hrs.
The road will be reopened when no works are taking place. Signage will be placed on site.
We would like to let you know that we are in regular contact with Somerset County Highways Department regarding many aspects of road maintenance and safety matters around the village. We recognise that this is sadly becoming increasingly more necessary.
Please follow the link to view the above road closure;
https://one.network/?tm=GB146936444 and the link for the Notice 2:
https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/03-notice-2_146936444_4065994_5efc02bc1f.pdf
The order becomes effective on 04th March 2026 and will remain in force
for eighteen months.
The works are expected to commence on 10th March 2026 and last for 3
days (08:00 – 18:00) to enable Openreach to replace a pole.
The contractor has indicated that access for Emergency Services through
the site is permitted on this occasion.
We have been advised that from 16th Feb to 4th Mar, the A30 at West Coker will be closed, weekday nights only from 19.00 – 06.00. This is to allow Heidelberg, on behalf of Somerset Highways, to undertake resurfacing. Outside working hours, the road will reopen to two-way traffic.
Prior to the closure advanced signage will be on site to advise the travelling public. While the road is closed there will be a signed diversion in place using the A303 (copy attached). Our reference for this scheme is PR001009.
