IMPORTANT UPDATE – CHANGES TO DATES OF CLOSURES 

We are currently experiencing an unexpected delay to our works programme. Many of the dates on this page are currently subject to change, and in some cases, activities are shown as TBC while we review the programme and assess next steps.

We will update this page as soon as revised timings are confirmed. Please check back regularly for the latest information. 
We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work through these changes and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. 

A construction traffic management plan has been agreed with all relevant local authorities. This sets out the roads our vehicles can use for construction works.

You can find our upcoming traffic management plans and temporary closures below. Please note that these dates are indicative and may change at short notice.

We are working with our contractors to keep disruption to a minimum, and we will keep this webpage up to date with new information once confirmed. You can register your details with us here and we will let you know when more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
 

Temporary Footpath Closures and Traffic Management Measures

FootpathLocationDateActivity and diversions
Intermittent footpath closures across Walthamstow WetlandsMultiple locations Ongoing

Intermittent footpath closures will be in place across sections of Walthamstow Wetlands to allow critical overhead line works to be carried out safely.

All works and access arrangements have been agreed with the park management team and the local authority.

Closures will be clearly signposted throughout the area. Alternative walking routes will be provided where possible and access will be maintained where it is safe to do so.

Lea Bridge, Waltham Forest - Footpath closure.

There will be no access to Lea Valley Riding School from Argall Road during this time.
 
What3words location: 
///wizard.bronze.breed to ///hung.necks.necks 
 
 13 April - 21 September 2026 

This footpath including the bridge connecting Argall Way and the Black Path adjacent to the Lea Valley Riding School will be completely closed.


Works within this area include critical overhead line rewiring works, the laying of protective trackway, installing new fencing and vegetation clearance.


The closure will be clearly signposted. For access to the Lea Valley Riding Centre, please use the main entrance at Lea Bridge Road.
 

Lea Valley Park - Nazeing 10 public right of way running north–south along the River Lea from Holyfield LakeWhat3words location: ///dock.avoid.wells to ///robots.invent.yards20 April – TBC

This footpath will be fully closed to enable overhead line works and essential upgrades to pylons.

Diversions will be clearly signposted, with an alternative route via Green Lane.
 

Lea Valley Park - Footpath running from Fishers Green Car Park to the bird hide near Aqueduct LockWhat3words location: ///strain.taped.cube to ///gossip.pocket.sweat22 April– 1 TBC

This footpath will be closed to enable trackway installation and facilitate overhead line works.

The closure will be clearly signposted. An alternative route will be in place via the towpath along the River Lee Navigation.
 

Footpath behind Avenue Road, Blyde Road, Clyde Road, Derby Road and Eldon Road adjacent to the River Lee NavigationWhat3words location: ///faced.half.shows to ///grape.also.stuff11 May – TBC

Access will be restricted during overhead line wiring activities.

Traffic management operatives will be present to manage access and allow safe passage where possible.
This footpath will be fully closed to enable overhead line works and essential upgrades.

Diversions will be clearly signposted, with an alternative route via Dobbs Weir Road and a nearby footpath to Dobbs Weir Lock.

Lea Valley Park - Nazeing 8 public right of way running east–west across the north edge of Holyfield LakeWhat3words location: ///help.buddy.gosh to ///wipe.mirror.peanutIntermittently from 20 May - TBC

The footpath will be closed during overhead line wiring activities.

Traffic management operatives will be present to manage access and allow safe passage where possible.
 

Footpath from Rushy Mead bus stop to Nursery RoadWhat3words location: ///fame.lined.vibrates to ///bids.patch.stacksIntermittently from 20 May - TBC

Access will be restricted during overhead line wiring activities.

Traffic management operatives will be present to manage access and allow safe passage where possible.
 

Footpath across the reservoir from Meadgate Road to Dobbs Weir RoadWhat3words location:
///voted.smart.outer to ///clubs.knots.leads
Intermittently from 20 May - TBC

Access will be restricted during overhead line wiring activities.

Traffic management operatives will be present to manage access and allow safe passage where possible.
 

Pelham, Hertfordshire - Bridleway closure at the Junction with East End road What3words location: ///fetch.pacemaker.meaty to ///fishery.workbench.cools7 June - 2 November
 

This section of the bridleway will be completely closed for critical overhead line rewiring works. 


An alternative route is available, with signs installed to help direct traffic and remind drivers to be mindful of horses using these roads.

Byway between Fryars Lane and Nethers Street

Fryars Lane to Nethers Street

What 3 words: ///deep.both.afford to ///sorry.boom.urgent
 

15 June 2026 – TBC

The byway between Fryars Lane and the junction with Nethers Street will be closed from 15 June to 7 September.

The closure is needed to allow work on a nearby pylon.

Clearly signposted diversion routes will be in place during the works.
 

Eastwick and Gilston Footpath 022 closure

Eastwick and Gilston Footpath 022, near Eastwick Hall Lane and Eastwick Hall Farm


What3words location:
between ///civic.tape.stale and ///bland.filed.cubs

6 July – 2 NovemberA section of Eastwick and Gilston Footpath 022 will be temporarily closed for critical overhead line rewiring works
The closure will be clearly signposted. An alternative route will be in place directing footpath users along roads.
River Lee Navigation footpath North of Dobbs Weir Road and east of Rye House Power Station

What3words location: 
///moves.third.oven
to 
///sweat.input.enable
On hold

The footpath north of Dobbs Weir Road and east of Rye House Substation will be temporarily closed. 

The closure is needed for safety reasons, as there will be a platform overhanging the footpath to facilitate overhead line works.

Clearly signed notices will be installed at appropriate access points and approaches to the closure ahead of the works commencing.  

Enfield footpath (within the Prince of Wales Open Space between Aldridge Avenue and Mollison Avenue).What3words location: ///jumps.notice.begin to ///book.shares.goods4 August –December. We will endeavour to reopen these paths as soon as possible.

This footpath will be closed to install an access platform, complete the overhead line works, and remove the trackway.

The closure will be clearly signposted. An alternative route will be in place via Mollison Avenue.

Lee Valley path (from Navigation Drive to Prince of Wales Open Space).What3words location: 
///crazy.agenda.tour to ///attend.detail.sheet
 
4 August – December. We will endeavour to reopen these paths as soon as possible.

The footpath over the bridge into Prince of Wales Open Space, via the River Lee Navigation towpath, will be closed to install the access platform, complete the overhead line works, and remove the trackway.


The closure will be clearly signposted, and a diversion route will be in place via the River Lee Navigation towpath. The route will pass through Swan Pike/Enfield Lock, rejoin the main footpath across Prince of Wales Open Space, and continue via Mollison Avenue towards Bancroft Way.

 

Contact us

If you would like any further information or to speak to a member of the community relations team about the works, please use the contact form on our website or via the contact details below.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0800 538 5398

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