Beenham, Bradfield and Stanford Dingley mains replacement
We’re upgrading ageing water pipes across parts of Beenham, Bradfield and Stanford Dingley, and surrounding RG7 areas, with some locations extending into RG8.
This work forms part of our wider programme to improve the reliability of our network, helping to reduce leaks and provide a more resilient water supply for homes and businesses.
Replacing ageing pipes with modern materials will help to:
- Reduce leaks and bursts
- Improve water supply reliability
- Provide a more reliable service for homes and businesses
When and where we're working
Work is set to start in mid‑June 2026 and will continue in phases until early 2027. We’ll be replacing ageing water pipes across several rural roads, including:
- Rotten Row and Rotten Row Hill
- Bishops Road
- Green Lane
- Cock Lane (also known as Stanford Road)
- Hungerford Lane
- Picklepythe Lane, Back Lane and Stoneyfield
- Beenham Hill
- The Avenue (between Southend Road and Bucklebury Common)
To minimise disruption, we’ll complete this work in planned, rolling phases. This means we won’t be working in all locations at the same time.
Working hours
Our usual working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm.
Occasionally, we may need to work at weekends. If this is required, we’ll let you know in advance.
Planned phases of work
In your area, work will last about 4 to 12 weeks at a time. This depends on location, traffic management, and ground conditions.
As the programme progresses, you may also notice activity in nearby roads.
Phase 1
The Green
Currently suspended*
- Remaining works are on hold pending future traffic management approvals
Phase 2
Clay Lane
From late June 2026 for around 4 to 6 weeks*
- Main construction activities have been completed, with only final connection works remaining
Phase 3
Rotten Row
From early July 2026 for around 4 to 6 weeks*
- Main installation works are substantially complete, with testing and final connection activities continuing
Phase 4
Rotten Row Hill
From mid- to late July 2026 for around 8 to 12 weeks*
- Works continue under road closure, with access maintained where possible
Phase 5
Picklepythe Lane, Back Lane and Stoneyfield
Late summer 2026 for around 8 to 10 weeks*
- Following the summer holiday period, traffic management has changed from road closures to multi-way traffic signals while service transfers, customer connections and reinstatement activities continue
Phase 6
Green Lane
Autumn 2026 for around 4 to 12 weeks*
Phase 7
Bishops Road and Cock Lane
Autumn to winter 2026 for around 12 to 16 weeks*
Phase 8
Beenham Hill and surrounding sections
Late 2026 into early 2027 for around 1 to 2 weeks*
*Updated 1 September 2026. Timings are indicative and may change as the programme progresses. We’ll provide further updates ahead of works taking place in your area.
How this may affect you
We’ll do everything we can to minimise disruption, but while we carry out this work you may notice:
- Temporary traffic management and changing road layouts
- Lane restrictions or access‑only arrangements on narrower roads
- Short-term parking restrictions near our work areas
- Temporary changes to some bus stops
- Increased activity from construction vehicles and equipment
Traffic management and access
We'll use different types of traffic management depending on the road and phase of work. This may include temporary traffic lights, road closures, access-only or controlled access arrangements on narrower roads.
Traffic management arrangements may change as works progress and are agreed with the Highway Authority. We'll provide updates where changes may affect local communities.
Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times. Access to homes, businesses, and emergency services will be kept open whenever possible. If any temporary restrictions are needed, we’ll contact affected customers in advance.
Get in touch
If you have any questions, please call us on 0800 316 9800 or you can email us. Please quote reference: BB01593882.
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Emergency systems
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