This new page introduced in 2023 is used to catalogue any footpath for which Essex Highways has issued some form of closure notice.
Ardleigh: Bridleway 13 which runs 228 metres linear down to the edge of the reservoir is barred by a two-metres high fence and pin-pad gated entry. According to Essex Highways it has been blocked since 2011.
Ardleigh: Footpath 18 is closed and obstructed by a house constructed on site in the early 1990s with planning approval from Tendring District Council. It's with Essex Highways, although it is unlikely realistically that the path with ever be reinstated.
Ardleigh: Footpath 27 now only leads to the closed New Hall railway foot crossing, which has been closed temporarily to the public for years, although only officially since 21/9/2017. Its closure by late 2024 is permanent, as Network Fail has removed the crossing along with its warning lights and erected a two metre high wire fence.
Boxted Bridge: The bridge remains temporarily closed to all vehiclar traffic. It is back open for pedestrians and cyclists - click here for Essex Highways article.
Mistley: Temporary closure of Footpath 29, Mistley in the District of Tendring, from its junction with Footpath 30 in a predominantly south west direction for approximately 100 metres effective from 4th March 2024 and may continue in force for six months or until the path has been made safe, whichever is the earlier - click here for the ECC Notice. This temporary closure needs to be checked for completion.
Weeley: Temporary closure of Footpath 3 Weeley from a point 56 metres north of Footpath 5, north then east for approximately 348 metres and Footpath 4 Weeley from its junction with Footpath 5 north west for approximately 125 metres Weeley has been continued in force with the consent of the Secretary of State for the Department for Transport until 24 August 2025 while construction works are completed. Click here for the ECC Notice. This temporary closure needs to be checked for completion.
Wrabness: The permanent clossure of a rail crossing is reported 3rd April 2025 on FP184_19. Click here for the details