HomeLive AlertsTrafficALERT: Charing roads close for Openreach pole and cabling works

ALERT: Charing roads close for Openreach pole and cabling works

⚠️ TRAFFIC

Egerton Road and Charing Heath Road in Charing will close for two days from 26th March for essential infrastructure works.

Egerton Road and Charing Heath Road in Charing will be subject to a temporary closure from 26th March to allow Openreach to undertake essential pole and cabling works. The closure is scheduled to last for two days whilst engineers complete the necessary infrastructure installation and upgrades to the area.

The roads will be closed to through traffic to ensure the safety of both the public and the workforce carrying out the operations. Appropriate signage and barriers will be displayed on site to guide residents and motorists away from the affected areas during this period.

Residents and commuters are advised to plan their journeys in advance and consider using alternative routes around Charing during the closure dates. Pedestrian access will be maintained where possible, though some temporary diversions may be necessary. For the most up-to-date information on these works, residents can check One.Network, the county council’s traffic information system.

Kent County Council urges all road users to follow the signed diversions and exercise caution around the work site. If you have any queries about these works, you can contact Kent Highways on 03000 418181 or 03000 419191, where staff will be able to provide further information about the scope and duration of the project.

Key Information

  • Egerton Road and Charing Heath Road will close from 26th March for two days
  • Closure required for Openreach pole and cabling infrastructure works
  • Alternative routes will be signposted; use diversion routes where indicated
  • Pedestrian access will be maintained during works
  • Contact Kent Highways on 03000 418181 for further information

Source: @KentHighways

Published: 18 March 2026

Transparency Notice: This article was produced with AI assistance and reviewed by our editorial team before publication. Kent Local News uses artificial intelligence tools to help deliver fast, accurate local news. For more information, see our Editorial Policy.
Kent Local News Team
Kent Local News Teamhttps://kentlocalnews.co.uk/
The KLN editorial team delivers fast, accurate local news for Kent.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

Local Travel Alerts

Local News

Business & Economy

Health