Stabilisation works to repair the slipped embankment at the B4373 Ironbridge Road, Broseley are now well underway. Works commenced on 12 September and are now progressing to the next phase, which will require a road closure to traffic for 24 hours from 31 October 2022 until the anticipated completion date of 16 December 2022.

There have been some changes to the current traffic regulations orders (TRO) and implementation of temporary traffic regulations orders (TTRO), and the dates of the road closures are now as follows. This is a change to the information already posted to local residents and businesses in the area and we apologise for any confusion caused.

• 24 October 2022 – one-way system to be installed on Dark Lane, Cockshutt Lane, Barber Street,  High Street (short section between Dark Lane Junction and Barber Street Roundabout)
• 31 October 2022 – road closure on Ironbridge Road, Broseley with diversion for through traffic via Much Wenlock and Buildwas
• Sunday 13 November 2022 – Remembrance Sunday – High Street to be shut in the  morning between 10am and midday. One-way system on Dark Lane, Cockshutt Lane, Barber Street and High Street, Broseley to be temporarily lifted for the duration of the event. Traffic marshalls will be employed between 9am and midday at strategic junctions/ points to control traffic movements
• Saturday 26 November 2022 – Christmas lights switch-on – High Street to be shut between midday and 8pm (exact times to be confirmed) with one-way system on Dark Lane, Cockshutt Lane, Barber Street and High Street, Broseley to be temporarily lifted for the duration of the event. Traffic marshalls will be employed between 9am and 9pm at strategic junctions/ points to control traffic movements
• 16 December 2022 – anticipated completion date and removal of all temporary TROs and traffic diversions

We confirm that no works will be carried out during the two main events in the town, ie Remembrance Sunday and Christmas lights switch-on. During the road closure, HGV and local traffic will be diverted via local roads using a signed one-way diversion route. Through traffic, which would normally use Ironbridge Road, will be diverted via Much Wenlock and Buildwas.

We further agree that all the TTROs that have been applied for will be implemented as part of the works, but we'll continue to review as works progress and implement any tweaks or alteration as the need arises.

A summary of the TTROs that will be implemented from 24 October to 16 December 2022 are as follows:

1. Road closure temporary restriction or prohibition, eg road closure to carry out roadworks:

• 31 October to 16 December 2022 – 24 hour
• TTRO states 'Permanent repair to Ironbridge Road following land slip'
• We confirm that “Pedestrian, Dismounted Cyclist and Dismounted Horse Rider Access will be available along the existing footpath”.

2. Parking bay suspension temporary restriction or prohibition, eg road closure to carry out roadworks:

• 24 October to 16 December 2022 – 24 hour
• TTRO states 'This suspension of the 2 limited time parking bays on High Street, Broseley is to enable the one way diversion route while a permanent repair to Ironbridge Road is undertaken following a land slip'
• Parking restriction on High Street between junction with Dark Lane and the B4373 (Bridgnorth Road)/ B4375 (Church Road) roundabout
• The two parking bays will be restricted outside Numark Chemist, Broseley News, E Davis & Sons Ironmongery and Four Paws Pets Shop & Grooming. Also outside the fish and chip shop, and Zengh Indian Restaurant.

3. 7.5T weight limit suspension temporary restriction or prohibition, eg road closure to carry out roadworks:

• 24 October to 16 December 2022 – 24 hour
• TTRO states “The suspension of the 7.5 Tonne environmental weight limit along Dark Lane and Cockshutt Lane to enable a diversion route for all traffic while Ironbridge Road is being repaired following a land slip”

4. No waiting at any time temporary restriction or prohibition, eg road closure to carry out roadworks:

• 24 October to 16 December 2022 – 24 hour
• TTRO states “No waiting at any time temporary traffic regulation orders required at the following locations:-

• 1. Barber St. (both sides) from its junct with Duke St. for 56m,
• 2. Bridgnorth Rd. (both sides) between The Square and Avenue Rd.
• 3. Cockshutt Lane (west side) between its junct with Duke St. and its junct with Cherrybrook Drive.
• 4. Cockshutt Lane (north side) between its junct with Cherrybrook Drive and its junct Dark Lane.
• 5. Dark Lane (both sides) from its junct with High St. easterly for 25 metres.
• 6. High St. (east side) between its junct with Dark Lane and its junct with The Square.
• 7. High St. (west side) between its junct with Smithy Bank and its junct with The Square”.

5. One-way order temporary restriction or prohibition, eg road closure to carry out roadworks:

• 24 October to 16 December 2022 – 24 hour
• TTRO states “Temporary one way moving traffic regulation orders to be introduced on the following roads in Broseley:-
• Barber St. - Southerly from its junct with Duke St. to its junct with High Street.
• Cockshutt Lane - First westerly then southerly from its junction with Dark Lane to its junct with Duke St.
• Dark Lane - Northerly from its junction with High St. to its junct with Cockshutt Lane.
• High Street – south with junct with Barber St. Roundabout to junct with Dark Lane”.

6. Suspension of single yellow line restriction temporary restriction or prohibition, eg road closure to carry out roadworks:

• 24 October to 16 December 2022 – 24 hour
• TTRO states “Suspension of the no waiting 8am to 6pm restriction on Barber Street (north west side) - From its junct with Duke Street for a distance of 56 metres in a southerly direction, to be replaced by a temporary no waiting at any time traffic regulation order which has been applied for on another form”.

Inevitably there will be some disruption and delays during these works, for which we apologise in advance, and Shropshire Highways would gratefully appreciate your co-operation during the works so that we can be as efficient, and cause as little inconvenience to you, as possible.

The contractor carrying out the work will be Kier, with supervision being carried out by WSP on behalf of Shropshire Council. Normal working hours will be between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

If you have any queries during the works please contact Shropshire Council Highways Customer Services Centre on 0345 678 9006.

The stabilisation works at the B4373 Ironbridge Road, Broseley have been progressing well. Since the implementation of the full road closure on 31 October we have been working closely with all stakeholders, such as Broseley Town Council, traders, local businesses and local residents, to ensure we have kept delays and disruption down to the absolute minimum. With regards to the works the embankment earthworks operations and drainage installation are now 85% and 40% complete respectively. Our contractors are working collaboratively with us and Severn Trent Water to ensure all remaining works are completed by the anticipated completion date of 16 December 2022.

However, this weekend on Saturday 26 November between 3pm and 8pm the High Street will be closed for the annual Christmas lights switch-on spectacular. The closure will be between the junction with Chapel Lane/ Cape Street on the north side and the junction with Delph Side/ Bridgnorth Road/ Church Street on the south side. In addition Fox Lane and Barber Street will be closed to traffic. Whilst these closures are in place the temporary one-way system along Dark Lane, Cockshutt Lane, Barber Street and High Street will be temporarily suspended for the duration of the event. Traffic marshalls will be employed at strategic junctions/points within the Broseley area to control traffic movements and assist motorists.

Through traffic will continue to be diverted via Much Wenlock and Buildwas.

Local traffic cut off by the Ironbridge Road and High Street closures will be able to gain access to Ironbridge and Telford via Dark Lane and Ironbridge Road to the north; and Coalport and Bridgnorth via the B4375 Benthall Lane and B4376 (Barrow) to the south. Take a look at our local diversion route for more information.

Please note that High Street in Ironbridge, Telford will also be closed between 4pm and 9pm on Saturday 26 November for the Ironbridge Christmas lights switch-on, and therefore motorists should expect some delays and are encouraged to allow extra time for their journeys. Please take a look at the OneNetwork website for further details on timings and other roadworks in the area.

Finally, we confirm that the normal Arriva bus service will also be disrupted, and routes will be temporarily changed to allow for the closures. For further details please use the Arriva website.

Inevitably there will be some disruption and delays during these works, for which we apologise in advance, and Shropshire Highways would gratefully appreciate your co-operation during the works so that we can be as efficient, and cause as little inconvenience to you, as possible.

The contractor undertaking the work will be Kier, with traffic management support provided by Amberon TM.

If you have any queries during the works please contact Shropshire Council Highways Customer Services Centre on 0345 678 9006.

We're pleased to inform you that works have progressed well during the period of the full road closure which commenced at the end of October. Despite the recent cold spell we've been able to lay the road surfacing this week and intend to paint the road markings tomorrow to allow the road to be opened under traffic light control from Friday 16 December 2022. The one-way system and traffic management signing within the town centre and surrounding roads will be removed at the same time.

Unfortunately, due to the recent cold weather and some delays incurred with some unforeseen ground conditions encountered during the earthworks operations, the road will be reopened under single lane two-way traffic lights to allow outstanding works to be completed between 19 and 23 December 2022, and from 3 to 13 January 2023. The outstanding works, which will be weather dependant, comprise profiling/grading, topsoiling and coir matting to the embankment slopes; installation of fencing along the top of the embankment; and accommodation works within the site. In addition, we'll need to return to site in spring 2023 to grass/wildflower seed the embankment and plant hedges along the top of the highway boundary.

We'd like to take this opportunity to thank all members of the public and the local community for persevering with us during these essential works, and we apologise for any inconvenience or disruption caused.