Roads - closures and diversions

Closures and diversions

It is sometimes necessary to temporarily close roads and divert traffic via an alternative route. There are several reasons for this, and these include:-

• Public Safety - To protect the public from imminent danger such as landslips or buildings which have been damaged
• To protect the road or structures from damage
• Work on or adjacent to the highway - Sometimes it is not possible to carry out work in or near the road with traffic on the road. For example, the road may be too narrow for the workforce to operate safely alongside traffic
• Markets - Some markets take place on the public highway, and the road is closed during the market time
• Sporting events - Roads can be closed to facilitate certain sporting events such as the Brampton - Carlisle road race
• Demonstrations and parades - The police may close roads to allow such events to pass safely.
• When the road is likely to be 'thronged' by people - Roads can be closed to facilitate events like the Cumberland Show in Rickerby Park, Carlisle and the May Day activities in Penrith. 

For current information on -

• Road Works
• Closures and Diversion

Cumbria County Council provide Road safety as part of their Transport & Roads service.