Frequently Asked Questions
What are the works for?
The existing network is unable to cope with current volumes resulting in foul smell and overflows during peak usage. Essential works will be carried out to provide a new pumping station for waste water and installation of a new foul water main. The project will benefit Newbury Rugby club and surrounding businesses
How long will the works last?
The works are expected to take around nine months. From approximately May 2026, most activity will be confined to the Newbury Rugby Club grounds and will not affect the public
Where will the works be taking place?
The works will be taking place in the car park of Newbury Rugby Club and will join Monks Lane. Once at Monks Lane works will continue up to the roundabouts at the junction of Andover Road where the main will join the existing network. We expect Monks Lane to reopen mid to late May 2026
Will there be any road closures?
Monks Lane will be closed from 12th January 2026 till 22nd May 2026 from the roundabout joining Andover Road, to the access road to David Lloyd, Newbury Rugby Club and various other businesses. Access to Sutherlands will remain in place for residents. Please refer to the map below for further detail
The road closure is essential for the team to safely gain access to the existing main and complete the works.
There will be access for pedestrians and cyclists on Monks Lane throughout the works.
How will public transport be affected?
Access to the bus depot in Newbury Rugby Club car park will remain throughout the works. Some bus stops on Monks Lane will be suspended and some routes will be diverted.
The following school bus services will be given access into the closure area to drop off and collect students attending nearby schools. (arrival times are approximate times busses will be in the closure area) CCA: morning arrival 0817 hrs; afternoon arrival 1514 hrs 2A: afternoon arrival 1540 hrs 2C: morning arrival 0831 hrs 3: morning arrival 0817 hrs; afternoon arrival 1542 hrs 4C: morning arrival 0809 hrs 6: morning arrival 0820 hrs 8: morning arrival 0750 hrs
Apart from the public bus journeys already listed all other public bus services will not be able to use Monks Lane. Information about how bus services will operate whilst the closure is in place will be made available on West Berkshire Council’s website at the following link: https://www.westberks.gov.uk/transportchanges
Will nearby schools and colleges be affected?
Access to Newbury College and Highwood Primary school will remain the same from the A339 direction, but traffic looking to head East down Monks Lane to access these schools will need to follow the signposted diversion route
Park House School will remain unaffected but again Monks Lane won’t be available to use so traffic looking to head West down Monks Lane to get to Park House School will need to follow the signposted diversion route
Please allow extra time during these works for school drop offs and pick ups
Will my water supply be affected?
There will be no interruption to supply during these works
Will any of the businesses need to close?
All businesses and health care providers will remain open and accessible throughout the project
Who do I contact if I have a query?
Click the below links to contact us, quoting Major Projects and the reference at the top of this page