News

  • Update on pathway surfacing works around Archers Lake – January 2024

    Contractors have been back on site this week continuing works to the paths surrounding Archers Lake. Weather permitting, it is anticipated that this phase of work will now be completed before the end of February.

     

  • Temporary Traffic Signals – Tithby Road, Bingham (at its Junction with Langar Road), 19th of January

    Temporary three-way traffic signals will be in operation on Tithby Road, Bingham (at its Junction with Langar Road) between 9:00am and 3:00pm on Friday the 19th of January. Frame and cover repair works will be carried out by BT. For further information, please see the attached document.

  • Road Closure – Long Acre East, Bingham, 12th – 15th February

    A temporary road closure will be in effect on Long Acre East, Bingham, for its full length from 8:00am on Monday, 12th February 2024 until 3:30pm on Thursday, 15th February 2024. This closure is due to large-scale patching repairs and will be removed each evening. Alternative routes include Cogley Lane, Butt Road, Grove Road, Rutland Road, East Street, and Fosters Lane. For more information, please refer to the attached document.

  • Essential Safety Improvement Works – A52 Saxondale

    Essential safety improvement works on the A52 from Saxondale Roundabout to New Lane will commence on January 29, 2024, and are expected to be completed by March 28, 2024. This includes night-time full carriageway closures, Monday to Friday, between 8pm and 6am. Signed diversion routes will be in place. Efforts will be made to minimize disruption and maintain access to local businesses and residences. For more information or inquiries, please refer to the attached document.

  • Moor Lane Crossing

    Network Rail is making small alterations to the fencing and gates at Moor Lane level crossing in Bingham. This will create more space for crossing users to stand at a safe distance from the railway and the work is expected to be carried out between 15 and 26 January. The crossing will be closed whilst the work is completed to keep everyone safe.

  • Road Closure and Temporary Prohibitions – Bingham Gas Mains Replacement Scheme, 15th January – 17th February 2024

    As part of the Bingham Gas Mains Replacement Scheme, temporary road closures and prohibitions will be in place at various locations, including the entire length of the footpath from Rowan Close to Cogley Lane, and Dark Lane from its junction with Grantham Road to Perry Grove. These restrictions are scheduled from 07:00 hours on Monday, 15th January 2024, to 18:00 hours on Saturday, 17th February 2024. For detailed information, please refer to the attached document.

  • Road Closure – Nottingham Road, Bingham, 22nd-23rd January

    Please be advised that Nottingham Road, Bingham, will be closed from its junction with Chestnut Avenue to outside house number 21. This closure will be in effect from 9:30am on Monday 22nd January until 5:00pm on Tuesday 23rd January 2024. The closure is due to damaged carriageway repairs by Severn Trent Water. An alternative route via Fairfield Street, Kirk Hill, Chapel Lane, and others will be available. For more information, please refer to the attached document.

  • High Winds – Cemetery Closure (21 December 2023)

    Due to the high winds being experienced today the cemetery is closed for the safety of visitors and staff. The cemetery will re open tomorrow after a site inspection has taken place.
    We apologise for any inconvenience this causes and thank residents for their understanding.

  • Rushcliffe Borough Council: Key contacts for flooding emergencies

    Key Contacts for Flooding Emergencies

    Key reminders

    1. During a flood event RBC will prioritise the delivery of sandbags to those most vulnerable and at risk of immediate internal flooding of habitable rooms (not garages or gardens).
    2. Please use the RBC contact details below so that your call can be correctly logged and information shared with our teams.
    3. RBC do not deliver sandbags to commercial businesses.
    4. Be aware that during a flood event the road network may flood which can mean access and the delivery of sandbags to homes may not be possible therefore being prepared in advance is vital.
    5. Check if you have a local flood resilience store in your area operated by local Town and Parish Councils as you may be able to obtain sandbags during an event from this location.
    6. Finally please be prepared – if you’re at risk of flooding it’s vital to take steps to protect your home by fitting flood protection measures and keeping your own stock of sandbags.

    Contacting Rushcliffe Borough Council

    Phone: 0115 981 9911 (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm)

    Phone: 0115 981 1143 (all other times)

    Website: www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/flooding

    Partner Agencies

    RBC work closely with key partner agencies in a multi-agency approach to emergency planning and response.

    If your community is affected by a flooding emergency please see useful contact details and information below.

    Environment Agency

    Phone: 0345 988 1188 (Floodline: For advice and information)

    Website: www.gov.uk/sign-up-for-flood-warnings (Sign up online to receive flood warnings in your area)

    Severn Trent Water

    Phone: 0800 783 4444 (24 hours, For reporting emergencies such as sewer flooding)

    Nottinghamshire County Council

    Phone: 0300 500 8080 (Customer contact centre)

    Phone: 01253 502 776 (Out of hours, For reporting drainage problems on the highways network)

    Phone: 105 (Free number to call for Power cut)

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  • Road Closure – Meadowsweet Hill, Bingham, 19th – 20th December

    A temporary road closure will be in place on Meadowsweet Hill, Bingham, between Nottingham Road and Betony Close, from 09:50 hours on Tuesday 19th December to 16:00 hours on Wednesday 20th December 2023, for water pipe repair works by Severn Trent Water. An alternative route will be via Nottingham Road – Mallow Way – Meadowsweet Hill. For further information, please see the attached document.