Ronver Road in Lewisham to Close for BT Works on May 8

April 22, 2026

Lewisham residents are advised of an upcoming road closure on Ronver Road, scheduled for May 8, 2026. The temporary measure is necessary to allow for essential utility works by BT, impacting local traffic and parking.

The Details

Ronver Road will be closed between its junction with Baring Road and the area opposite numbers 25 and 27 Ronver Road. The closure is planned for a single day, May 8, 2026, to accommodate the BT works. During this period, parking and waiting will be prohibited along the affected stretch of the street. A diversion route will be in place, directing traffic via Baring Road, Summerfield Street, and back onto Ronver Road.

Community Impact

The temporary closure is expected to affect local residents and commuters in the Grove Park ward of Lewisham. While the works are scheduled for one day, drivers should anticipate minor delays and plan alternative routes. The parking restrictions will also require residents to find alternative arrangements for their vehicles on the day of the closure.

Planning Your Visit

Ronver Road is located in the SE12 0NR postcode area of Lewisham. The nearest TfL station is Lewisham DLR Station, approximately a six-minute walk away.

Pro-Tip: Allow extra time for journeys in the area on May 8, and consider using public transport where possible to minimise disruption.

Source Verification

This report is based on data from the Public Notice Portal, which publishes notices from the London Borough of Lewisham.

Source Link: https://www.publicnoticeportal.uk/notice/5186

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