Road Closure: MORDEN WALK FOOTPATHS — Bristol

Morden Walk footpaths in Bristol will be affected by roadworks from 25 August 2026 at 23:00 to 27 August 2026 at 23:00, with the highway authority Bristol City Council overseeing the minor works. The medium-severity disruption is expected to cause some inconvenience to pedestrians and cyclists using the footpaths, and residents are advised to plan their journeys in advance to avoid delays. The roadworks are scheduled to take place in the Morden Walk area of Bristol, and commuters are urged to use alternative routes where possible to minimize disruption to their daily routines.

Bristol City Council has confirmed that the roadworks are necessary to carry out essential maintenance and improvement works to the footpaths, and the authority is working to ensure that the disruption is kept to a minimum. The council has advised pedestrians and cyclists to follow diversion signs and use alternative routes, such as nearby footpaths or cycle lanes, to avoid the affected area. Motorists are also advised to check traffic apps and plan their journeys in advance to avoid congestion in the surrounding areas.

During the roadworks, pedestrians and cyclists can expect to encounter diversion signs and barriers, and some sections of the footpaths may be closed or narrowed. The highway authority has assured that the works will be carried out as quickly and safely as possible, and that the footpaths will be reopened as soon as the works are completed. In the meantime, residents and commuters are advised to exercise caution when using the affected area and to follow the instructions of traffic management personnel.

To minimize disruption, commuters are advised to check traffic apps, such as Google Maps or Waze, for up-to-date information on traffic conditions and roadworks in the area. Alternative routes can be planned in advance, and pedestrians and cyclists can use nearby footpaths or cycle lanes to avoid the affected area. Bristol City Council has also advised residents to sign up for traffic alerts and updates on their website to stay informed about roadworks and disruptions in the area.

The roadworks are expected to be completed by 27 August 2026 at 23:00, and the footpaths will be reopened to pedestrians and cyclists. In the meantime, residents and commuters are advised to plan their journeys in advance and to use alternative routes where possible. For more information on the roadworks and to plan your journey, visit Road Closures UK, which provides up-to-date information on roadworks and disruptions across the UK, including details of diversion routes and traffic management plans.