Travel update in Nottingham 4 February - 11 February
Walking and cycling
Changes to the Highway Code
Changes to the Highway Code will make roads safer for the most vulnerable users. The official updates can be found here.
Ridewise webinars
Sustainable travel charity Ridewise is running a series of webinars aimed at helping people get cycling and improving safety on the roads.
- Tuesday 15 February 6-7pm: Bike maintenance workshop
- Wednesday 16 February 12-1pm: Cyclist awareness course for drivers - understand why people take certain road positions while cycling and how we can safely share the roads.
Book online at https://ridewise.reservio.com/
Public transport
Staying safe
Government guidance on face coverings changed on Thursday 27 January, however we advise that you continue to wear face coverings (unless exempt) on public transport and in other indoor spaces. If you need to travel, follow the safer travel guidance.
Rail services 🚆
EMR: Due to increased staff absence and reduced customer demand, some small timetable reductions are in place. Online journey planners will be updated on a weekly basis. Check EMR's webpage here.
CrossCountry: Due to train crew availability, there will be disruption to services until further notice. Check CrossCountry's website for the latest information.
Please check with your local operator before travelling for the latest information.
All operators in the city continue to clean vehicles thoroughly on a regular basis, and windows on buses will be kept open for ventilation.
- Use contactless payment methods where possible
- Keep wearing a face covering
- Carry hand sanitizer with you to use regularly
- Plan ahead - avoid peak hours and routes
Roadworks
Monday 24 January - Tuesday 8 February: Bells Lane between Dulverton Vale and Nottingham Road Multi-way lights for City Fibre works
Saturday 29 January - Thursday 31 March: Derby Road between Sandfield Road and Harlaxton Drive Lane closure for safety improvement works
Monday 31 January - Monday 7 February: 650 Carlton Road Lane closure and bus lane suspension for Cadent Gas works
Monday 31 January - Monday 7 February: 650 Carlton Road Two-way traffic lights for Cadent Gas works
Thursday 3 February - TBC: Trowell Road near junction with Glaisdale Drive West Two-way traffic lights for Cadent Gas works
Saturday 5 February - Sunday 6 February: Outside New PDSA building next to Selco Builders Warehouse Three-way lights for Western Power Distribution works
Saturday 5 February - Sunday 27 February: Nuthall Road at Junction Bells Lane / Broxtowe Rise Weekend lane closure for City Fibre works (Saturday 8am-5pm; Sunday 9am-5pm)
Monday 7 February - Thursday 10 February: Winchester Street Sherwood Two-way lights for Severn Trent Water works
Monday 7 February - Friday 11 February: Triumph Road, at the junction of the sport centre Three-way lights for hydrant renew works
Wednesday 9 February - Friday 11 February: Hucknall Road outside Busy Bees Day Nursery Closing lanes 2 and 3 from the hospital entrance to roundabout leading to Valley for sewer works
Wednesday 9 February - Monday 14 February: Magdala Road Two-way lights for Severn Trent Water works
Thursday 10 February 9.30am-12pm: BA609 Trowell Rd / A6002 Bilborough Rd / Coventry Ln / Nottingham Rd / Wollaton Vale Taking out 1 lane Westbound before junction with A6002 for traffic signal works
Ongoing roadworks
Friday 23 July 2021 - Friday 22 July 2022: High Cross Street (city centre) Road closure between Heathcoat Street and Western Street due to demolition works.
Monday 20 September 2021 - Spring 2022: Hucknall Road Suspended bus lane for construction of new cycle route. No stopping between Tring Vale and Heathfield Road. For more information visit our webpage.
Severn Trent Water replacement scheme
Severn Trent will be undertaking a scheme to replace water mains on various roads in the Forest Fields area from July 2021. This will include rolling road closures and parking suspensions in 100m sections to excavate and install new water mains in the highway.
12 January 2022 - 23 February 2022: Berridge Road Central Road closure at the junction of Radford Road to the junction of Harcourt Road.
12 January 2022 - 23 February 2022: Berridge Road East Road closure at the junction of Exeter Road to the junction of Harcourt Road.
24 January 2022 - 11 March 2022: Gregory Boulevard Road closure at the junction of Premiere Road to the junction of Radford Road.
24 February 2022 - 2 March: Tissington Road Road closure at the junction of Stanley Road to the junction of Harcourt Road.
14 March 2022 - 23 March 2022: Noel Street Road closure at the junction of Gregory Boulevard to the junction of Bentinck Road and Mount Hooton Road.
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