East Sussex Highways

Official news on the roads across East Sussex from the County Council's Highways team - 0345 60 80 193. Reports will be processed the next working day.

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⚠️ Bardown Road, #Stonegate ⚠️ Emergency road closure | 28 October 2026

The road is closed between Lymden Lane and Stonegate Road due to a fallen tree in the carriageway. The road will be reopened once the area has been made safe. Thank you.

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@MoonieNo5 @EastSussexCC @SussexTW @brightonsnapper These repairs have now been agreed and we are currently consulting on potential dates for the works, which will need to be carried out under a road closure at night. Thank you for your patience whilst this is sorted - L 3/3

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@MoonieNo5 @EastSussexCC @SussexTW @brightonsnapper Since the traffic lights were installed, site investigations have been carried out to determine the existing road construction and the site has been surveyed and measured to determine the repairs required.  2/3

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@MoonieNo5 @EastSussexCC @SussexTW @brightonsnapper Hi Phil. The temporary two-way traffic lights were installed at this site to make the carriageway safe, as the concrete slabs on both sides of the road have subsided. 1/3

[East Sussex Highways @esccroads]

⚓ The Newhaven swing bridge will be opening at 12pm today, Wednesday 28 October 2026.

If you're travelling through the area, please plan your journey accordingly.

#ESHNews #Newhaven

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@Derek68036001 Good morning, this road has been reopened. Many thanks- M

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⚠️ Jevington Road, #Jevington⚠️ Emergency road closure | 26 October 2026

The road is closed today between Wannock Road and Church Lane due to a fallen tree in the carriageway. The road will be reopened once the area has been made safe. Thank you.

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⚠️ Friars Walk, #Lewes ⚠️ Emergency road closure | 26 October 2026

The road is closed between Eastgate Street and Station Street due to an oil spill. A signed diversion is in place. The road will be reopened once the area has been made safe. Thank you.

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📍 A28 Cackle Street, #BroadOak
ℹ️ Rescheduled carriageway works
📆 10 November 2026
🚦 Possible delays 9:30am - 2:30pm
https://t.co/1Vn2KcBXHc

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📍 Bodiam Drive, #Hastings
ℹ️ Electrical works
📆 9 November 2026
⚠️ Minimal disruption 8am - 4pm

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📍 Combe Valley Way, #Bexhill
ℹ️ Bridge inspections
📆 18 - 19 November 2026
🔴 Road closed 8pm - 6am
https://t.co/F9TWxOcqtW

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📍 Collington Avenue & Birk Dale #Bexhill
ℹ️ Electrical work
📆 Wednesday 11 - Tuesday 17 November 2026
⚠️ Minimal disruption 8am - 4pm

[East Sussex Highways @esccroads]

This week, our pothole and street lighting teams will be working across the county in St. Leonards, Westfield, Bexhill, Hastings and Crowborough.

Please be advised we will also be working in other locations and may be required to attend emergencies outside of our schedule.

[East Sussex Highways @esccroads]

📍 Harley Shute Road, #StLeonards
ℹ️ Sign installation
📆 13 - 14 November 2026
⚠️ Minimal disruption 7pm - 6am

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📍 A267 Frant Road, #Frant
ℹ️ Safety barrier repair
📆 6-7 November 2026
🚦 Possible delays 7pm-6am
https://t.co/Xatz27JdUL

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@Karen4459386597 Good morning, this road has been reopened. Many thanks- M.

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⚠️ Ashcombe Road, #Kingston⚠️ Emergency road closure | 23 October 2026

The road is closed due to a fallen tree in the carriageway. The road will be reopened once the area has been made safe. Thank you.

#ESHNews

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⚠️ Jevington Road, #Jevington⚠️ Emergency road closure | 23 October 2026

The road is closed today between Wannock Road and Willingdon Lane due to a fallen tree in the carriageway. The road will be reopened once the area has been made safe. Thank you.

#ESHNews

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⚠️ Kingsley Hill, #RushlakeGreen⚠️ Emergency road closure | 23 October 2026

The road is closed today between Cowbeech Road and Hammer Lane due to a fallen tree in the carriageway. The road will be reopened once the area has been made safe. Thank you.

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⚠️ Church Road, #Herstmonceux⚠️ Emergency road closure | 23 October 2026

The road is closed between Lower Road and Chapel Row due to a fallen tree in the carriageway. The road will be reopened once the area has been made safe. Thank you.

#ESHNews