(Footpaths AY-577, Abberley & AD-523, Astley & Dunley) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (As Amended)

(Footpaths AY-577, Abberley & AD-523, Astley & Dunley) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026

NOTICE is hereby given that the Order made by Worcestershire County Council on 5 March 2026 the effect of which is to close the entire lengths of Footpaths AY-577, Abberley & AD-523, Astley & Dunley from their junction with Footpath AY-573 at Birch Hall (grid ref: 377446, 269005) to their junction with Footpaths AD-525 & AD-531 (grid ref: 377943, 269055). which was due to expire on 20 August 2026 has been continued in force with the approval of the Secretary of State for the Department Transport until the works to which it relates have been completed or until 20 February 2028 whichever is sooner.  Any further extension will require the approval of the Secretary of State.

The Order has been made due to a dangerous bridge.

Alternative route: There is no suitable alternative route.

Thomas Pollock Head of Commercial Law (Legal and Governance) County Hall Spetchley Road Worcester.

14 August 2026