Dibden Lane in Ide Hill will be closed for one day on 26 March whilst Openreach completes essential infrastructure works.
Residents and motorists in the Ide Hill area should be aware of a planned road closure affecting Dibden Lane on Wednesday, 26 March 2026. The closure has been scheduled to allow Openreach to carry out necessary works on the local communications infrastructure in the area.
The closure is expected to remain in place for the full day on 26 March. Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes in advance and allow extra time for their journeys if they need to travel through the area. The works are essential for maintaining and improving broadband and telecommunications services for local residents and businesses.
During the closure, access to properties on Dibden Lane may be affected, and residents should make appropriate arrangements beforehand. Traffic management measures will be in place to guide vehicles away from the affected area. Openreach and Kent Highways are working together to minimise disruption to the community.
Key Information
- Road closure: Dibden Lane, Ide Hill
- Date: Wednesday, 26 March 2026
- Duration: Full day closure
- Reason: Openreach infrastructure works on communications networks


