Map of works area and diversion route
We will soon be carrying out carriageway works on Ditchling Road, Ditchling Common.
When do they start?
Works will be carried out from Monday 20 July to Saturday 25 July 2026, between 7pm and 6am.
Any changes to the dates or times will displayed on the site advanced warning signs.
How will this impact highway users?
We will be working from Freckborough Manor to St Georges Park Retirement Village. The road will be closed to through traffic with a signed diversion route in place via B2112, B2213, B2036, A273, A272, B2212 and vice versa.
For safety, access to properties within the works area will be limited and managed during our working hours. If you need access, please speak to the team on site, as arrangements and routes may change as work progresses.
Please bear in mind, there could also be a delay while the area is made safe for you to pass and your vehicle may be escorted by site marshalls. This is for properties with direct access within the closure area only and there will be no through route.
Access for emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times.
Please be polite and respectful to the site teams, they are working to keep everyone safe.
Information for residents and businesses
Buses: Any affected bus services have been informed and will be diverted.
Parking: If required, we will put out ‘no parking’ signs and cones on the site to advise where parking is restricted. Please avoid parking in these locations as it will delay our works.
Weather: All of these works are subject to favourable weather conditions, for example heavy rain may affect the progress of the works.
Properties close to the carriageway may experience a temporary disturbance as this can be a noisy process and those properties may experience flashing lights and reversing sirens.
We would like to take this opportunity to apologise in advance for any inconvenience or disruption this work may cause, however this forms part of our continuing improvement for the East Sussex highway network. Should you have any concerns regarding these works, you can contact us at eshcomms@balfourbeatty.com.
Please let us know how we did by leaving feedback. Please note you will be redirected to the East Sussex County Council consultation website.
One.Network Permit reference - EA101HM-0239-217993-02