Shropshire and Herefordshire roads to close for gas and patching works

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Roads in Shropshire and Herefordshire are to close for gas connection and patching works this month.

A major Shropshire A-road will undergo a 24-hour closure for new gas connection works, with a 17-mile diversion planned during the closure.

Killhorse Lane in Richards Castle, Herefordshire, will close to vehicles between Evenhay Farm Access Lane and Woodhouse Lane for five days starting 26 October. The closure is for patching works to ensure public safety. The closure order is in place for up to 18 months if needed, though the works are expected to take five days.

The alternative route during the Killhorse Lane closure will be via Dick's Pitch, The Wylde, Novel Lane, C1019, and back onto Killhorse Lane. Residents can contact Herefordshire Council on 01432 261800 or via herefordshire.gov.uk/contactus for more information.

Shropshire and Herefordshire roads to close for gas and patching works — Image: Ludlow Advertiser

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Road closure planned for five days during patching worksKillhorse Lane will be closed for patching works.Ludlow Advertiser · 16 Oct, 05:00
Five-day closure of south Shropshire road planned - with 17-mile diversionThe road will be closed during the day for five daysShropshire Star · 15 Oct, 14:16
24-hour closure planned for major Shropshire A-road due to gas worksNew gas connection works will close roadShropshire Star · 14 Oct, 13:01

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