Essex County Council has published a package of traffic orders for Brentwood and surrounding areas, including a proposed toucan crossing on Eagle Way and a series of temporary road closures, clearways, and a 30mph speed limit over summer 2026. The notices were published on the Public Notice Portal and in print in the Brentwood Gazette on July 15, 2026.
Eagle Way Crossing and Parking Changes
Under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, the council proposes to relocate and upgrade the existing zebra crossing on Eagle Way to a toucan crossing for pedestrians and cyclists, with associated zigzag markings and revised waiting restrictions. The zebra crossing will be removed where its centre line is about 39 metres west of the extended centre line of Peregrine Drive, and the toucan crossing will be installed where its centre line is about 32 metres west of the extended centre line of Peregrine Drive. The width between give way lines will be approximately 7 metres. Zigzag extents will be about 17 metres either side on the north side, and about 9 metres west and 17 metres east on the south side of the crossing.
Waiting restrictions include no waiting at any time on Eagle Way (north side) from about 10 metres east of The Drive, east for about 22 metres; on Eagle Way (south side) from Falcon Drive junction, west for about 13 metres; and on Falcon Drive (both sides) from Eagle Way junction, south for about 5.5 metres. No waiting Monday to Saturday 8am to 6pm will apply on Eagle Way (north side) from Peregrine Drive junction, west for about 6 metres; on Eagle Way (south side) from the extended centre line of Peregrine Drive, west for about 11 metres; and on Peregrine Drive (west side) from Eagle Way junction, north for about 5.5 metres.
This scheme will be incorporated into the Brentwood Borough Consolidation Order 2019 by map update. Those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted are encouraged to submit representations. For the Eagle Way proposals, quote reference TRAF/8758 by August 6, 2026. Scheme documents can be viewed on the Essex Highways traffic regulation orders page or by arranging a hard-copy inspection at County Hall, Chelmsford (call or text 07761 758317; 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 5pm Friday).
Temporary Road Closures and Clearways
The council intends to make the following temporary orders. Dates may vary; look for signage and updates on one.network.
Ashwells Road, Pilgrims Hatch (closure): From August 11, 2026 for three days, about 225 metres northwest of Well Lane, for about 270 metres northwest, for cabling works by UK Power Networks (permit EC30080853119). Diversion via Ongar Road and vice versa (access only to Ashwells Road and Crow Green Road). Order effective period from July 22, 2026 for up to 18 months.
Church Lane, Doddinghurst (closure – proposed order): From August 11, 2026 for four days, about 15 metres northeast of Warren Lane, for about 45 metres northeast, for new connection works by Affinity Water (permit MX06162593JB). Diversion via Church Lane, Place Farm Lane, Blackmore Road, Stocks Lane and vice versa. Order effective period from July 22, 2026 for up to 18 months.
Docklands Avenue, Ingatestone (closure): From August 3, 2026 for five days, from High Street junction for about 60 metres southeast, for reinstatement works by Essex and Suffolk Water (permit EN013348999). Diversion via Docklands Avenue, Pine Close, Park Drive, High Street and vice versa.
Little Warley Hall Lane, Little Warley (closure): From August 12, 2026 for two days, about 235 metres south of Magpie Lane, for about 545 metres southwest, for pole replacement by Openreach (permit BC411001WGSNMR6J). Diversion northbound via Little Warley Hall Lane, Magpie Lane, Bird Lane, Warley Street, A127, Little Warley Hall Lane; southbound via Little Warley Hall Lane, A127, Childerditch Lane, Magpie Lane, Little Warley Hall Lane. Order effective period from July 22, 2026 for up to 18 months.
Various roads, Ingatestone (temporary clearways): From August 11, 2026 for 21 days, 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday, on The Furlongs (about 255 metres), Pemberton Avenue (about 320 metres), Fryerning Lane (about 500 metres), and Willows Green (about 250 metres), for portakabin deliveries by Portakabin. Effect: no waiting, no loading, no stopping at any time when signed; existing restrictions suspended on signed lengths only. Order effective period from July 22, 2026 for up to 18 months.
Various roads, Borough of Brentwood (No. 6) – closures and clearways: Programme within 18 months from July 22, 2026; phases will be signed and dates letter-dropped to residents. Weald Road, South Weald/Brentwood: Chequers Road to Park Road (about 4,580 metres). Diversion via Chequers Road, Coxtie Green Road, A128, Western Avenue, Weald Road and vice versa. Access for emergency services maintained.
Temporary 30mph Speed Limit
A128 Tilbury Road, East Horndon: from Halfway House roundabout to Thurrock border (about 1,475 metres). A 30mph temporary speed limit and a signed clearway during works phases within 18 months from July 22, 2026.
Orders Already Made
Church Lane, Doddinghurst: closure from July 28, 2026 for three days for chamber replacement by Affinity Water Ltd (diversion via Church Lane, Stocks Lane, Blackmore Road, Place Farm Lane and vice versa); order came into effect on July 8, 2026. Little Warley Hall Lane, West Horndon: overnight closure on July 28, 2026, 11pm to 6am, for retaining wall inspection by Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd; diversions signed via Little Warley Hall Lane, Magpie Lane, Bird Lane, Warley Street, A127 and Childerditch Lane as appropriate; order came into effect on July 8, 2026.
Questions Readers May Have
How can I view the full orders? You can read the documents on the Essex Highways traffic regulation orders page or consult the Public Notice Portal notice. Hard copies can be inspected at County Hall, Chelmsford by appointment (call or text 07761 758317; 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 5pm Friday).
How do I submit an objection to the Eagle Way proposals? Send written representations quoting TRAF/8758 by August 6, 2026 to Essex County Council via Essex Highways. State your reasons and include your address.
Will emergency access be maintained during closures? Yes. The council states access for emergency services will be maintained where works allow.
Where will parking be suspended? Temporary clearways mean no waiting, no loading and no stopping when signs are displayed on the specified sections in Ingatestone and on phases within the wider Brentwood programme.
Motorists and residents should check signage on the ground and plan journeys accordingly, observing temporary 30mph speed limits and clearway restrictions when in force.
