Road Closure Alert: Essential Works Set to Affect Travel Across Rutland County

Road Closure Alert: Essential Works Set to Affect Travel Across Rutland County

Motorists in Rutland are advised to plan ahead as Rutland County Council (RCC), in partnership with contractors like Thomas Bow, announces a schedule of road closures and traffic light installations across the county for essential maintenance and utility works throughout October and November 2025.

Residents should anticipate delays and diversions, particularly with major resurfacing projects underway in key villages.

Full Road Closures: Resurfacing and Pole Renewal

Several locations will face temporary full closures to allow for necessary works, including highway maintenance and utility upgrades. These works are scheduled to take place during the day, with times varying by location.

Location Start Date End Date Requester (Reason) Time

Belton in Rutland (College Farm Road) 13/10/2023* 17/10/2025 Thomas Bow/RCC (Resurfacing) Day

Ketton (Barrowden Road) 21/10/2025 22/10/2025 RNR UK Ltd (Renew deteriorated telegraph pole) Day (8am to 4pm)

Uppingham (Cottesmore Road) 21/10/2025 22/10/2025 Thomas Bow/RCC (Resurfacing) Day (8.30am to 4.30pm)

Wing (Middle Street) 27/10/2025 28/10/2025 Thomas Bow/RCC (Ground radar surveys) Day

*Note: The College Farm Road closure in Belton has a long start date, suggesting a long-running project or an ongoing closure period within the specified window.

The collaborative work between Thomas Bow and Rutland County Council is part of a wider highways maintenance contract aimed at improving road quality across the area.

Temporary Traffic Light Systems

To facilitate tree maintenance and utility access, several key routes will be managed by temporary multi-way traffic lights. Motorists should be prepared for potential queues and longer journey times at these sites.

Location Start Date End Date Requester (Reason) Signal Type Time

Ryhall (Turn Pike Road) 02/10/2025 02/10/2025 George Walker Tree Care Ltd (Tree surgery) 3-way Day

North Luffenham (Station Road) 08/10/2025 10/10/2025 M J Quinn (Replace / renew frame and cover) 2-way Day

Oakham (Burley Park Way) 05/11/2025 05/11/2025 Ben Creasley Tree Services (Tree works) 3-way Day

Oakham (Ashwell Road, Springfield Stables, Barleythorpe) 06/11/2025 06/11/2025 Ben Creasley Tree Services (Tree works) 3-way Da

Advice for Rutland Road Users

Rutland County Council urges all residents and commuters to check the latest roadwork information before travelling. These closures are essential to maintain and improve the local highway network.

Check Diversion Routes: Plan alternative routes in advance, especially for closures in Belton, Ketton, and Uppingham.

Allow Extra Time: Expect delays when travelling through areas using temporary traffic signals, particularly in Ryhall and North Luffenham this month, and in Oakham in November.

Exercise Caution: Be mindful of on-site workers and follow all temporary signage and speed restrictions.

For the most up-to-date information on roadworks and closures, visit the Rutland County Council's official website or local travel alert platforms.

www.rutland.gov.uk/roads-transport-parking/highways/roadworks-road-closures