Motorists and residents in a West London borough are being warned to prepare for significant disruption as a series of essential roadworks are scheduled for January 2026. Hammersmith and Fulham Council has published its latest bulletin, detailing a list of planned closures that will affect various streets throughout the month.
Confirmed Road Closures for January 2026
The following closures, for which permits have already been granted, are set to go ahead. The list has been compiled from the council's weekly roadworks bulletin issued on December 27, 2025. It includes works planned by the local authority and several major utility companies.
Hammersmith Bridge will remain closed due to ongoing works from April 2025 until at least January 30, 2026.
From January 5 to January 10, the whole of South Africa Road will be shut for works organised by Hammersmith and Fulham Council.
A closure on Townmead Road, stretching from the junction with Lindrop Street to the junction with Tynemouth Street, is planned for January 9 and 10, also under the council's remit.
Utility Works Causing Disruption
Several key closures are the result of infrastructure projects by utility firms. On January 12 and 13, works by broadband provider Hyperoptic will affect the side of 73 Hartswood Road on Wendell Road.
Thames Water will carry out works at the junction of Fulham Palace Road and Yeldham Road on January 17 and 18. The water company will also be working at 313 North End Road from January 25 to 30.
Cadent Gas has scheduled works for the junction of Kings Road and Holmead Road on January 19 and 20.
Telecoms giant BT has two significant projects planned. The first will see works on the carriageway and footway on Southcombe Street beside the junction with Hammersmith Road from January 19 to 24. Concurrently, BT will also be working at the Vernon Street junction with North End Road during the same dates.
Planning Your Journey
Residents and commuters are advised to allow extra time for travel and to seek alternative routes where possible during these periods. The council notes that this list only includes closures with granted permits; other submitted applications may result in further disruptions.
For the most up-to-date information on all planned roadworks, including those submitted but not yet approved, visitors should regularly check Hammersmith and Fulham Council’s official website.
