Route closures and diversions in England and Wales

Broad Street bridge over the Erewash Canal on Route 6 in Long Eaton is closed from 6 November 2025 for replacement.

During the works, route users must follow the signed diversion via Derby Road to cross the canal. The new bridge is expected to open in August 2026.

A section of Route 67, known as the Nutbrook Trail, between Crompton Road and the Erewash Canal in Ilkeston will be closed from early September 2025. This closure is due to the redevelopment of the adjacent New Stanton Park.

A new, improved path is being constructed through the business park to replace the existing route. This will provide a safer and more direct connection between the Nutbrook Trail and the Erewash Canal, removing the need to cross Crompton Road.

Works to relocate the current path will take place throughout the autumn. During this time, this section of the trail will be inaccessible.

An alternative route is available via Crompton Road and Hallam Fields Road. Please plan your journey in advance and allow extra time if travelling in this area.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience during these improvements.

A section of Route 7 (also known as C2C) at Hylton Bridge, between Sunderland and Washington, will be subject to a full closure from November 2025 until March 2026 to allow construction works to improve the path.

This closure has been extended due to a delay in laying the new surface as a result of the poor weather.

A diversion is available during the closure which follows an entirely sealed surface suitable for all users and is largely traffic-free, with some quiet on-road sections. Please be aware that this route is indirect and is expected to add approximately 20 minutes to journey times (via bicycle).

Unfortunately, due to the section of the route our contractors are currently working on the shorter diversion route we had previously signposted is no longer available to use.

Route 14 will close between Hamsterley Mill and Rowlands Gill from Monday 9 March 2026 until Friday 3 July 2026 while refurbishment works take place on Rowlands Gill Viaduct and Pontburn Viaduct.

Contractors will carry out structural repairs, including installing scaffolding and completing masonry works. To maintain continuity, teams will move directly from one viaduct to the next, meaning there will be no through route between Rowlands Gill and Hamsterley Mill for the duration of the works.

Signed alternative routes will be in place. Suggested options include the B6314 and B6310 via Burnopfield, or the A694 via Lintzford. Route users should plan journeys in advance and follow all signage.

A section of Route 7 (Coast to Coast, C2C) from Moor Row to Cleator Moor in Cumberland will be closed from Monday 26 January 2026 until Monday 9 March 2026 (approximately six weeks) for path resurfacing and widening. The path will be upgraded to a 2.5m width, creating more space for all users and providing smoother, more comfortable journeys.

Diversions will be in place during the works, which could add time to journeys. While an alternative route is limited, the path will be kept open where possible. More information is available here.

Route users are advised to plan journeys in advance and follow all signage during this period.

The bridge over the River Calder that connects the eastern and western sections of the Padiham Greenway is temporarily closed.

This is due to concerns about the structural condition of the bridge.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We are working with the necessary parties to identify a solution to enable us to reopen the greenway as soon as possible.  

Suggested diversions in place are:

• Diversion 1, following Park Road, Station Road, A671 (Burnley Road, Church St), Blackburn Road (A678), Bridge Street and Padiham Memorial Park. The route is suitable for all users via on-road cycling or pedestrian footways.
• Diversion 2, following Park Road, Mill Street (one-way flow), Calder Street, Shuttleworth Street, Dragon Street, Albert Street, King Street, A671 (Church Street), Blackburn Road (A678), Bridge Street, Padiham Memorial Park. This diversion involves sections of cobbled road and pavement and may not be suitable for some users.

A section of Route 21 (Worth Way) in Rowfant, West Sussex will be fully closed from mid-January 2026 for approximately 7 weeks to allow essential surfacing works to take place.

There is no alternative route available during this period. We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause.

Please follow all on-site signage and instructions from contractors to ensure safety.

For further information, please contact countryside@westsussex.gov.uk.

A section of Route 21 in Redhill, Surrey remains subject to a temporary diversion due to ongoing flooding. Please follow diversion signage around this area.

The route has been diverted for several years and, as flooding has worsened, the affected section is now underwater throughout the year. Although classed as a temporary measure, the diversion is expected to remain in place for the foreseeable future.

A number of studies have been undertaken to explore potential long-term solutions. In the meantime, route users are advised to continue following the signed diversion on the ground.

Route 23 is currently closed near Winchester due to National Highways works on junction 9 of the M3.

A diversion is currently in place between Easton Lane (eastern side) and Winnall Manor Road (western side). Please follow diversion signage. The closure is expected to be in place until early 2026. We will provide further updates as we receive them.

If you have further enquiries, please contact the Public Rights of Way team at Hampshire County Council.

The Hythe to Southampton ferry is currently suspended until further notice.

An alternative route is available here (please note that this is not an official diversion).

Alternatively bus service 9 from Southampton to Langley, Fawley or Calshot takes approximately 30 minutes.

A section of Route 27 on the Portbury Dock path, at the bridge under Royal Portbury Dock Road in North Somerset, is subject to a temporary diversion due to construction works. The diversion is in place immediately and will remain until further notice.

An alternative route is available, however it is sub-standard and requires users to make an uncontrolled crossing of a busy road.

Please take extra care and use caution when crossing the road.

The Tumble section of Route 47 is closed for the foreseeable future as a result of a major landslide. A road diversion is being put in place and will be signed as soon as possible.

The site has been fenced off and no-one should approach the site. We apologise for the inconvenience this will cause.

A section of Route 46 at Gilwern Station will close for two weeks from Monday 16 March until Friday 27 March.

Walk Wheel Cycle Trust is carrying out work to resurface the section of path around Gilwern Station.

The rest of the path will remain open but there is no through access from the path to Station Road or vice versa while the work is being carried out. The work will improve the path and will soon be complete.