A major water leak repair has caused the closure of Bridge Street in Folkestone from yesterday, with disruption expected to continue for up to five days.
Affinity Water engineers have closed Bridge Street to carry out emergency leak repair works, beginning on 19 March 2026. The closure is expected to remain in place for up to five days, depending on the complexity of the repairs required. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and plan alternative routes whilst the work progresses.
The closure affects through traffic on the road, but pedestrian access is being maintained where safe to do so. Residents within the immediate closure area should expect continued disruption as engineers work to locate and repair the water leak beneath the road surface. Such works require full road closure for the safety of both workers and the public.
Affinity Water has prioritised this work due to the scale of the leak and its impact on water supply and road safety. Once repairs are completed ahead of schedule, the road will reopen promptly. Motorists should allow extra time for journeys and follow signed diversions around the closure.
Key Information
- Bridge Street, Folkestone closed from 19 March for up to 5 days
- Affinity Water leak repair works in progress
- Pedestrian access maintained during repairs
- Diversions in place; allow extra journey time
- Work may complete ahead of schedule
