Map of works area and diversion route
We’ll soon be carrying out road stud replacements on Upper Beacon Road, Ditchling.
When do they start?
Work will be carried out on Wednesday 2 September 2026, between 8pm and 6am.
We will inform you of any changes to the dates or times via advanced warning signs on site.
How will this impact highway users?
We will be working between Upper Lodge car park and Wick Farm.
The road will be closed with traffic diverted via diversion via the B2112, the B2116, the A275, the A277, the A27, Ditchling Road and vice versa.
Information for residents and businesses
Public Transport: Local bus services have been informed of these works 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 - EA222-RS149258-03