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This notice contains notice of various road closures in Publow, Clutton, Chelwood and Paulton. Only Lower Bristol Road, Clutton / King Lane, will be closed this Friday 3rd October 2025 between 09:30 – 15:00hrs. The other roads listed will be closed sometime within the next 18 months. Dates to be confirmed once agreed.
Chew Valley Arts Trail – find a treasure and enjoy the Valley Villages
Our local Artists and creatives are looking forward to opening their studios and venues for the 22nd Chew Valley Arts Trail on 11th and 12th October – 10am to 6pm daily.
This year visitors can see 46 exhibitors in 26 venues which includes 17 newcomers and for the first time this includes Pensford Village.
This is a chance to meet artists, talk to them, browse or purchase treasures, get tips or learn about future workshops. Participants across the trail include painters, sculptors, carpenters, jewellers, textilers, lino cutters, photographers, potters and an internationally renowned street artist!”
For more information visit: https://www.chewvalleyartstrail.co.uk
Publow with Pensford Parish Council invites parish residents to attend a drop-in session:
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Date: Thursday 4th September
Venue: The Old School Room, Pensford (formerly Church Room)
A resident has kindly offered to give the Parish a new plot of land at no cost. The plot lies behind the George & Dragon and the offer entails the diversion of a stretch of public right of way. Residents will have the opportunity to find out more about this at the drop-in session.
Feedback: This project is important to the Parish and has already generated significant interest, so we want to hear from as many residents as possible.
Residents can hand-in a feedback form at the drop-in meeting. Just complete, comment and drop it in a box.
If you are unable to make the drop-in meeting, a paper feedback form will be available in Pensford Post Office from Friday morning until Saturday 6th September.
Residents can also have their say by submitting an online form. This will be available until Saturday 6th September on the Parish Council website at: publow-with-pensford-pc.gov.uk/feedback.
Closing date: The Parish Council urges residents to share their views before the deadline. You can hand-in a feedback form at the drop-in session or you can submit it on-line or via the Post Office by Saturday 6th September at the latest.
The Parish Council will carefully consider responses with final recommendations presented to the next Parish Council meeting on 8th September 2025.
Please do make the effort as this your chance to make your voice heard. A brief summary is provided below but we do encourage residents to come and speak to the Parish Councillors to find out more to help you understand what the proposals mean for our area.
Emergency Alert Test Scheduled for Sunday, 7th September 2025
At 3:00 PM on Sunday, 7th September 2025, mobile devices throughout the UK will receive a test alert from the government’s Emergency Alerts system.
This message, which will be distributed across all 4G and 5G networks in the UK, will clearly indicate that it is a test and that no further action is necessary.
This test marks the second occurrence of its kind and is part of the government’s commitment to regularly assess the system to ensure its optimal functionality and to familiarise the public with the alerts.
What to Expect:
Your phone will vibrate, emit a loud siren sound, and display a message on the screen, lasting approximately 10 seconds.
The message will read: “This is a test of Emergency Alerts, a UK government service designed to warn you of life-threatening emergencies in your vicinity. No action is required.”
Reason for This Test:
The government is conducting this test to ensure the system operates effectively in the event of actual emergencies such as floods, fires, or severe weather conditions. No action is required; it is merely a test.
For Those in Vulnerable Situations:
In advance of the national test, the government is implementing a public information campaign to inform individuals about the test, including targeted communications for vulnerable groups such as victims of domestic abuse.
How to Disable the Alert (Opt-Out):
If you need to keep your phone discreet or wish to avoid loud sounds, you can disable emergency alerts:
For iPhones running iOS 14.5 or later:
Navigate to Settings
Search for “Emergency Alerts”
Disable “Severe Alerts” and “Emergency Alerts”
For Android devices running Android 11 or later:
Navigate to Settings
Search for “Emergency Alerts”
Disable “Extreme threats,” “Severe threats,” and “Show amber alerts.”
Available Resources:
A British Sign Language video is available to explain the alert: BSL Info Video
Easy Read guides and audio versions are also available
Additional Information:
Full message and details: Government Press Release
GOV.UK prepare: Emergency preparedness tips
If you are concerned or need support, please contact your local support services or visit Women’s Aid Information & Support
BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL
(THTTC3929 CHURCH STREET, PENSFORD)
(TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF THE ONE-WAY RESTRICTION)
(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF USE BY VEHICLES) ORDER 2025
Notice is given that Bath and North East Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 intends to make an order the effect of which will be to temporarily introduce:
• A road closure in that length of Church Street, Pensford from a point outside 7
Church Street extending north west to a point outside The Rising Sun pub. USRN: 47903999.
• The one-way restriction will be temporarily suspended on Church Street, Pensford to
allow residents to enter/exit at either end of Church Street. A traffic marshal will be
on site to ensure vehicles can safely enter/exit the area.
This order is required because works are being or are proposed to be executed on or near the road to enable Bristol Water to carry out a stop tap replacement and confirm service material from the 26th August 2025 for a maximum period of 6 months. The road will only be restricted as and when traffic signs are in position and may not be effected for the whole of the period but only for so long as is necessary to execute the works. This is anticipated to be for TWO DAYS.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: Church Street (remainder) – A37 – Vice versa.
Link to One.network: https://one.network/?tm=144616159
Applicant Details: Ryan Clarke Telephone: Bristol Water – 0117 9662267 Email: ryan.clarke@bristolwater.co.uk
Dated: 7th August 2025
Traffic Management Team Lewis House Manvers Street, Bath BA1 1JG
Chris Major Director of Place Management
BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL
(THTTC3925 SHORT LANE, PENSFORD)
(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF USE BY VEHICLES) ORDER 2025
Notice is given that Bath and North East Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under
section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 intends to make an order the effect of
which will be to temporarily introduce a road closure in that length of Short Lane, Pensford
from its junction A37 New Road extending north east to its junction with Hillcrest.
USRN: 47903939.
This order is required because works are being or are proposed to be executed on or near
the road to enable contractors to carry out repairs to a damaged wall from the 24th
August 2025 for a maximum period of 6 months. The road will only be restricted as and
when traffic signs are in position and may not be effected for the whole of the period but only
for so long as is necessary to execute the works. This is anticipated to be for SIX WEEKS.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: A37 New Road – Police Lane – Hillcrest Rear Lane – Vice versa.
Link to One.network: https://one.network/?tm=144459785
Applicant Details: Hailey Stephenson
Telephone: GTM – 01787 237509
Email: Hailey.Stephenson@gtm.co.uk
Dated: 7th August 2025
Traffic Management Team
Lewis House
Manvers Street,
Bath
BA1 1JG
Chris Major
Director of Place Management
Are you aged over 50? Do you live in rural North Somerset? Are you looking for additional support with your computer, tablet or mobile phone?
WERN’s North Somerset Tech Ready service provides 1:1 home support sessions for anyone living in rural North Somerset and aged fifty or above, who is looking to gain confidence with using technology. The project aims to support people in developing their digital skills for use in a rapidly evolving technological world.
Whether it’s offering additional support finding your way around a mobile phone, navigating a computer, or getting to grips with a tablet, WERN’s Digital Inclusion Officer offers personalised support to make using digital devices more accessible and less intimidating. In addition to home visits, WERN is also able to attend community sessions or village groups to offer additional support.
WERN’s Digital Inclusion Officer, Will Marcombe, can help with things such as:
If you would like to access this service or discuss in more detail, please contact Will by phone or email.
Call: 07787 358 982
Email: will@wern.org.uk
For more information visit WERN’s website at https://www.wern.org.uk/digital-inclusion
Bath & North East Somerset Council will be carrying out footway improvement works in High Street, Chew Magna for five weeks from Monday 28th July to Friday 29th August 2025.
High Street (B3130) in Chew Maga will be closed to all vehicles between its junctions with Harford Square and Battle Lane throughout this period.
Diversion routes through Chew Magna can be seen on one.network.
The council have planned the work to coincide with the school summer holidays to minimise disruption.
Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times via a barriered walkway; cyclists will need to dismount. As works progress sections of footway will be reopened where possible.
The X91 Chew Valley to Bristol (Chew Valley Sprint) bus service will be unaffected.
The WESTlocal Route 99 will be affected, and diversions and disruptions can be seen on the Big Lemon website.
Bath and North East Somerset Council issued the following Traffic Regulation Order affecting a section of High Street, Pensford on 10th July. Any objections and representations must be sent to Bath & North East Somerset Council by 31st July 2025.
Update: Chewton Road, Compton Dando has now been re-opened.
Charlton Road and Allotment Lane remain closed as repair works continue.
Charlton Road, Allotment Lane and Queen Charlton Road are closed immediately due to a burst water main. Closures are expected to last for 9 days. This notice is in effect for 21 days. Please use alternative routes set out in the official notice.
