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A46 critical road closure - Friday 29th September 2023
Critical Road Closure – Friday 29th September 2023 – 9:30PM to 5:30am
This Friday Evening
- Weather Update: We have received an update on the advance weather forecast that will enable us to install the anti-skid material, lining and refurbishment of the cats' eyes etc.
- Anti-Skid Material:- the application of the anti- skid, special surface treatment needs to be done before the onset of the Autumn/Winter season.
The current forecast shows that there is an opportunity to install the anti-skid surface treatment this Friday evening and this would avoid the need for a daytime closure.
- Equipment & Material: We have been able to secure both the material and equipment to undertake the necessary works for this Friday evening 29th September 2023.
- Critical Closure: To enable these works to be undertaken ahead of any weather change, a critical road closure will be required between 9:pm to 5am this Friday evening 29th September 2023.
This means vehicles will not be able to enter or exit Painswick through the worksite. This is to enable the material to be laid and to ensure the safety of the works crew and highway users. - Local access: The on-site traffic management team will be assisting residents/business in respect of access outside of the road closure.
- Once these anti-Skid Works are complete: We can then complete the remaining works under the existing traffic lights without the need for a further road closure.
These works will be completed as soon as practicable before the on-set of the Autumn/Winter season so that the temporary lights can be removed.
We do apologise for the very short notice needed for our Critical Road Closure. More »
We are mindful and do apologise for the impact that this Critical Closure will have , we have delayed the start time 9:30pm and will have the works completed by 5am. This will mitigate the need for any daytime road closure and ensure that we complete the necessary works and remove the temporary traffic lights before the onset of the Winter.
If you require any additional information and or support, please email our Highway Stakeholder Management Team at: Highways Stakeholder highwaysstakeholder@gloucestershire.gov.uk » Less
Posted: Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:22 by Roy Balgobin
Guided walks with Cotswold Wardens near Stroud, Tetbury, & Malmsesbury in August & September, 2023
Guided walks with Cotswold Wardens near Stroud, Tetbury, & Malmsesbury in August & September, 2023
There are a number of warden-led walks coming up within easy reach of these towns. There is no need to book and there is no charge for joining the walks, 'though there is a box for a voluntary contribution towards materials for our work on footpath maintenance. Walks start usually at 10.00 am. & will return to the starting point. A packed lunch is advisable. Additional details are on the Cotswold National Landscape (formerly AONB) website. More »
5.Friday, 25th August, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Sherston
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 5.5 HOURS Distance: 10.0 MILES
Start point: Outside the Sherston village shop and post office in the village square.
From Sherston we will walk along the Sherston branch of the River Avon to Didmarton before returning via Sopworth and Luckington.
6.Friday, 11th August, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Sapperton
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 3 HOURS Distance: 5.5 MILES
Start point: Sapperton Village , by the telephone box near the church. GL7 6LG.
A circular walk in and out (and up and down) the Frome valley, initially towards Edgeworth and its polo grounds, then through the nature reserves of Daneway Banks and Siccaridge Wood. PARK AT THE BELL INN, BUT ONLY IF STAYING FOR LUNCH, OTHERWISE, PLEASE PARK CONSIDERATELY IN VILLAGE.
7.Tuesday, 15th August, 2023 Amberley
Difficulty: EASY Duration: 1.5 HOURS Distance: 2.5 MILES
Start point: Amberley Inn, Amberley. Please do not park in the Inn car park.
Enjoy a summer meander through Amberley lanes and countryside, with views overlooking the Woodchester valley. This is an easy walk suitable for families and buggies.
8.Wednesday, 23rd August, 2023 – Start: 12:10 am Miserden
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 3 HOURS Distance: 5.5 MILES
Start point: Miserden Village Centre.
From Miserden we descend into the Frome Valley and take a wooded path to Edgeworth before returning to Miserden via Sudgrove.
9.Tuesday, 19th September, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am
Wotton Under EDge
Difficulty: moderate Duration: 3 hours Distance 6 miles
Start point:the Chipping car park, Wotton Under Edge , GL12 7AD
This enchanting walk starts from one of the Cotswold's most charming and thriving small towns. It takes us through farmland, woodland tracks and rolling parkland.
Packed lunch needed, or lunch available locally after walk if needed.
10.Wednesday, 20th September, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am
Difficulty: Moderate Duration: 2.5 hours Distance: 4.5 miles
Start point: Prinknash Abbey car park, signposted off the A46, GL4 8EX
This is a walk over the hills around Prinknash Abbey with glorious views over the Severn Vale. It takes in Buckholt Wood and Pope's Wood as well as Painswick Beacon. There is a café serving lunches at Prinknash adjacent to the car park. » Less
Posted: Mon, 21 Aug 2023 10:08 by Roy Balgobin
Guided Walks near Stroud July and August 2023
Guided walks with Cotswold Wardens near Stroud in July & August, 2023
There are a number of warden-led walks coming up within easy reach of Stroud. There is no need to book and there is no charge for joining the walks, 'though there is a box for a voluntary contribution towards materials for our work on footpath maintenance. Walks start usually at 10.00 am. & will return to the starting point. A packed lunch is advisable. Additional details are on the Cotswold National Landscape (formerly AONB) website. More »
Thursday, 6th July, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Dursley
Difficulty: moderate Duration: 4.0 Hours Distance: 6.5 miles
Start point: Dursley Market Hall, GL11 4BS
The walk takes paths around the hillsides of Cam Peak, Long Down and Downham Hill and explores the centres of Dursley and Upper Cam. We pass through the redeveloped Lister Engineering site with its newly revealed sections of the River Cam. The walk has several moderate climbs and great views.
Wednesday, 12th July, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Brimscombe
Circumnavigation of the Toadsmoor Valley
Difficulty: Moderate Duration: 3 HOURS Distance: 5 MILES
Start point: Brimscombe Port car park in Port Lane Brimscombe GL5 2QJ
The walk will follow trails and roads around Toadsmoor Valley including sections of the
Chalford Biodiversity Trail. It provides excellent views, not only over Toadsmoor, but also
the Golden Valley
Wednesday, 19th July, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Rodmarton
Problems with Halts And Houses
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 4.5 HOURS Distance: 9.0 MILES
Start point: Rodmarton Church. Please park considerately in the village.
Discover the troubled history of a public house and the rich history of the environs of Rodmarton and Ashley.
Packed lunch needed. Possible Café/Bar for drink only
Monday, 24th July, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Nailsworth
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 3.5 HOURS Distance: 5.0 MILES
Start point: Nailsworth Garden centre on the B4014, about 0.3 miles on the road towards Avening.
Join us for coffee in the cafe at 10 am. The walk starts at 10:30 and takes us first to the Weighbridge Inn, before a steep climb to Hazel Wood and onto Avening via field footpaths. We return via a footpath through Longman's Farm.
Wednesday, 26th July, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Painswick
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 2.5 HOURS Distance: 5.5 MILES
Start point: Walkers' Car Park, Golf Course Road, Painswick.
Starting from Painswick Beacon we cross the A46 to reach the hamlet of Paradise from where we descend to the Painswick stream which we follow in the village. Passing between weavers cottages we reach the Quakers Meeting House. We then rejoin the stream passing several mills before re-crossing the A4
Difficulty: EASY Duration: 1.5 HOURS Distance: 2.5 MILES
Start point: Amberley Inn, Amberley. Please do not park in the Inn car park.
Enjoy a summer meander through Amberley lanes and countryside, with views overlooking the Woodchester valley. This is an easy walk suitable for families and buggies.
Tuesday, 8th August, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Hawkesbury Upton
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 3.0 HOURS Distance: 6.0 MILES
Start point: Hawkesbury Upton Village hall car park
Discover the area around Hawkesbury Upton where the famous landmark of the Somerset Monument can be seen and explore the beauty of two ancient commons.
Friday, 25th August, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Sherston
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 5.5 HOURS Distance: 10.0 MILES
Start point: Outside the Sherston village shop and post office in the village square.
From Sherston we will walk along the Sherston branch of the River Avon to Didmarton before returning via Sopworth and Luckington.
Friday, 11th August, 2023 – Start: 10:00 am Sapperton
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 3 HOURS Distance: 5.5 MILES
Start point: Sapperton Village , by the telephone box near the church. GL7 6LG.
A circular walk in and out (and up and down) the Frome valley, initially towards Edgeworth and its polo grounds, then through the nature reserves of Daneway Banks and Siccaridge Wood. PARK AT THE BELL INN, BUT ONLY IF STAYING FOR LUNCH, OTHERWISE, PLEASE PARK CONSIDERATELY IN VILLAGE.
Wednesday, 23rd August, 2023 – Start: 12:10 am Miserden
Difficulty: MODERATE Duration: 3 HOURS Distance: 5.5 MILES
Start point: Miserden Village Centre.
From Miserden we descend into the Frome Valley and take a wooded path to Edgeworth before returning to Miserden via Sudgrove. » Less
Posted: Tue, 04 Jul 2023 14:28 by Roy Balgobin
