Hemingford Grey Parish Council

Proud to serve the people of Hemingford Grey

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Clerk: Gail Stoehr
30 West Drive, Highfields
Caldecote, Cambridge CB23 7NY

Tags: Highways

A1307 Spittals to Fenstanton Biodiversity Improvements

A1307 Spittals to Fenstanton Biodiversity Improvements

A1307 Spittals to Fenstanton Biodiversity Improvements

Work continues to improve the biodiversity at 12 sites along the A1307 between Spittals Interchange and Fenstanton. The sites are in poor condition and require improvement to help them thrive. This will include rotovating the sites and planting new greenery to mature and grow over the coming months.

It is planned to complete the work overnight on... Read More »

Posted: Thu, 09 Feb 2023 12:11 by Kim Loader

Tags: Environment, Highways, News

Roadworks & Traffic Control The Thorpe

Roadworks & Traffic Control The Thorpe

Please be aware that, as part of the ongoing repairs at the Thorpe pumping station, there is currently three way traffic light control at the junction with Manor Road.

Posted: Tue, 24 Jan 2023 11:40 by Kim Loader

Tags: Environment, Highways, News

A1307 Spittals to Fenstanton Biodiversity Improvements

A1307 Spittals to Fenstanton Biodiversity Improvements

Beginning tonight, Monday 9th January, work to improve the biodiversity at 12 sites along the A1307 will be carried out between Spittals Interchange and Fenstanton. The sites are currently in a poor condition and require improvement to help them thrive. This will include rotovating the sites and planting new greenery to mature and grow over the coming months.

It is planned to complete the work overnight... Read More »

Posted: Mon, 09 Jan 2023 18:10 by Kim Loader

Tags: Highways, News, Travel

The Thorpe Pumping Station Rising Main Burst

The Thorpe Pumping Station Rising Main Burst

There is currently a serious mains burst within the pumping station at the entrance to the Thorpe which is causing considerable disruption and spillage on the road and also involves a stream of heavy tankers using the village roads. Earlier today. Councillor Robin Waters contacted Anglian Water for an update on the situation and this is the response:

"Thank you for your email. I am very sorry that our... Read More »

Posted: Tue, 20 Dec 2022 17:14 by Kim Loader

Tags: Environment, Highways

Cycling at Night - Be Seen and Be Safe

Cycling at Night - Be Seen and Be Safe

Now that the winter nights and early mornings are darker cyclists should make sure they can be easily seen at night on the road. Being visible is the best way to stay safe.

The minimum legal requirement for riding a bike at night in the UK is as follows:

A front lamp showing a white light, positioned up to 150cm from the ground and facing forwards. If capable of emitting only a flashing light, it must... Read More »

Posted: Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:50 by Kim Loader

Tags: Highways, News, community

Cambridge Road Closure Events

Cambridge Road Closure Events

Upcoming events in Cambridge will entail some road closures and diversions.

Details of all highway events can be found on: https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/travel-roads-and-parking/roads-and-pathways/highway-events/

Posted: Thu, 03 Nov 2022 09:35 by Kim Loader

Tags: Highways, News

Winter volunteers for this winter season 2022-23

Winter volunteers for this winter season 2022-23

Winter volunteers for this winter season 2022-2023.

The County Council would like to say a big thank you to all the volunteers that took part in the Community Gritting Scheme last winter.

For those hearing about the Community Gritting Scheme for the first time, this is a scheme where local volunteers can help to keep their community moving in freezing weather. Under this scheme, the parish or town council... Read More »

Posted: Sat, 29 Oct 2022 12:46 by Kim Loader

Tags: Environment, Highways, News

Proposed Roadworks to A1307 commencing 9th August 2022

Proposed Roadworks to A1307 commencing 9th August 2022

A quick reminder that roadworks have commenced on the A1307 trunk road between Little Stukely and Swavesey and may cause some delays. The Traffic Order will remain in force until the 23rd December 2022.

Full details of the Order can be viewed by clicking on the pdf link below.

Posted: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 10:25 by Kim Loader

Tags: Highways, News

Temporary Closure of Footpath No. 4

Temporary Closure of Footpath No. 4

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Footpath 4, Hemingford Grey (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF USE)

ORDER 2022/685

NOTICE is given that Cambridgeshire County Council has made an Order pursuant to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended by the Road Traffic (Temporary Restrictions) Act 1991, the effect of which is to stop any pedestrian from proceeding along Footpath 4, Hemingford Grey as lies between Braggs... Read More »

Posted: Wed, 03 Aug 2022 13:08 by Kim Loader

Tags: Environment, Event, Highways, News

Road Safety Day of Action

Road Safety Day of Action

Hello,

I work as the Events Project Manager for the Vision Zero Partnership and as part of the Road Safety Team at Cambridgeshire County Council. We are holding a community event in Huntingdon on Thursday 14th July and would like to let the parishes and their residents know.

For more information about the Vision Zero Partnership: https://www.cprsp.co.uk/

The Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1164343414409209... Read More »

Posted: Tue, 05 Jul 2022 11:47 by Kim Loader

Tags: Event, Highways, News