Traffic management between Bridgwater and Avonmouth
A construction traffic management plan has been agreed with the local authorities which sets out the roads our vehicles can use for construction work and for removing the pylons.
When we’re working on the highways, our contractors need to manage the traffic to keep everyone safe. This will involve using temporary ‘stop/go’ boards, traffic lights and some short-term road closures.
Our contractors put up advance notice signs to let local road users know of any traffic restrictions and road closures.
We have agreed the following timings with the local highway authority.
| Location | Duration | Description of works | Traffic management in place | Map view |
| Southwick Road, Highbridge, Mark | 5-10 October | Reinstatement works involving the removal of a temporary access point on a lane off Southwick Road to restore the area to its original condition. | A daytime road closure will be in place on the lane between Southwick Road and Tile House Road during the works. The closure will be in place from 7.30am to 5pm on weekdays, with the road reopening each evening. There will be no road closure over the weekend. A diversion route will be in place via Tile House Road. Southwick Road will remain open throughout the works, and access for pedestrians and cyclists will be maintained. Timings and dates may change due to adverse weather or unforeseen circumstances. Keep checking this page for updates. | (///unites.direct.messy to ///approvals.padding.providing) |
| A38 at Tarnock | 12 October – 13 November 2026 | Reinstatement works involving the removal of a temporary access point on the A38 at Tarnock to restore the area to its original condition. | Two-way temporary traffic lights will be in place for four weeks, from 12 October to 13 November 2026. The traffic lights will remain in place outside of working hours. A Traffic Management Operative (TMO) will also be on site during working hours, Monday to Friday, from 7am to 5:30pm, to monitor and manage traffic flow. Timings and dates may change due to adverse weather or unforeseen circumstances. Keep checking this page for updates. | |
| Haul road between Cadbury Camp Lane and Clevedon Road | May 2026 – May 2027 | Haul road reinstatement works, including fencing, stone wall reinstatement and ground restoration, following construction activities for the Hinkley Connection Project. | Limited construction vehicle movements will be taking place within the haul road between 7am and 5pm. Residents close to the works may notice temporary increases in construction noise and dust. Dust suppression measures and reduced on-site speed limits will be in place throughout the works to minimise impacts. |
Please note these dates may change at short notice.
We know our work may cause disruption to journeys and we’re sorry for any inconvenience.
We’re working with our contractors to keep traffic moving as best we can and to complete our work as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.