With dry conditions increasing the risk of wildfires, the Rights of Way Team are asking everyone using local footpaths, bridleways and other public rights of way to take extra care.

Please:
• Stay on designated paths and follow any local warnings or restrictions.
• Do not light fires or use disposable barbecues.
• Never drop cigarettes, matches or other items that could start a fire.
• Take all rubbish home with you – including glass.
• Keep dogs under control and be mindful of livestock and wildlife.
• Please keep away from straw bales and do not climb on, move or damage them.

If you see smoke or a fire, move to a safe place and call 999. Do not attempt to tackle the fire yourself.

Parents & carers – please talk to children and young people about the consequences of deliberately starting fires. Setting fire to a straw bale or dry vegetation can have serious and potentially life-changing consequences. Wildfires can spread rapidly, particularly across dry grass, cropped fields and woodland. What may appear to be a harmless act or prank can quickly become a major emergency.

Your care and consideration can help protect our countryside, wildlife, local residents and emergency services.

Thank you for helping keep our local rights of way safe. 🙏

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Should you encounter any issues on public rights of way such as obstructions or vegetation, please report them via Nottinghamshire County Council’s website Submit a public rights of way enquiry – Your request – Section 1 – config – Nottinghamshire County Council. This helps the Rights of Way Team respond more quickly and helps keep the routes safe and accessible.

 

A temporary road closure will be in place on the A52 between RSPCA junction and Bingham Interchange , from Thursday, 16th July to Tuesday, 21st July. This is to enable the inspection and repairs of drainage, lighting, signs, and vegetation clearance.

Work will be carried out overnight, between 8pm and 6am, as follows:

• RSPCA junction to Bingham Road – Thursday 16th July 2026
• Bingham Road to Bingham Interchange – Friday 17th July, Monday 20th July, Tuesday 21st July 2026

There will be fully signed diversion routes in place whilst work is carried out.

Diversion via Stragglethorpe Road, A46 Northbound to Bingham Interchange

Diversion via Bingham Interchange, A46 southbound, Stragglethorpe Road

During closures, there will be escorted access for residents of Grantham Road and side roads. Main Street and Bingham Road will remain open allowing access to Carter Lane without escort. There will be no bus service available.

Every effort will be made to carefully manage noise and lighting levels throughout the works to reduce the impact on the surrounding community.

Everything possible will be done to minimise disruption to local residents and the travelling public while the works are carried out. The Highways Agency will aim to work to the programme, however unforeseen circumstances or adverse weather conditions may mean changes.

If you have any questions, or if you would like to know more about this work, please call them on 0300 123 5000 or email 

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